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A Bideford couple who lived but two doors away from each other in their childhood celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on Saturday.

11.7.1958 Horrell golden wedding

Mr and Mrs H Horrell, who were married at Bideford Parish Church in 1908 and live at 13 New Road, Bideford, were guests of honour at a surprise party given for them by their son, Mr Charles Horrell, 62 Stucley Road, Bideford.

Mrs Horrell, who is 72, seven years younger than her husband, does all her own housework. For many years Mr Horrell worked as a stevedore on Bideford Quay and now likes to spend his leisure time chatting to old friends.

Mr and Mrs Horrell have a daughter living in Chelsea, London.

Full Gazette article is dated 11 July 1958

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