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Liverpool: Gangs, Vices and Packet Rats: 19th Century Crime and Punishment | Malcolm Archibald
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Now world famous for football and music, in the nineteenth century Liverpool had a very different reputation. One of the greatest ports in the world, and Europe's western gateway to the Atlantic, Liverpool's emerging wreath and prosperity brought with it a huge influx of crime to the streets, and a new breed of men whose job it was to try to enforce law and order on the increasingly unruly city streets. Much of Liverpool's crime was based around the docks and the sea. Crimps and runners waited to lure the homecoming seamen to dens of immorality where over 2,000 known prostitutes and rot-gut spirits would separate them from their money and their liberty. Tough, hardcore sailors - known as Packet Rats - caused mayhem at sea while in the stinking alleys around Scotland Road, the High Rip gang wielded vicious power. Liverpool in the nineteenth century was a place full of stories of assault, robbery and murder as well as poachers, footpads and highwaymen who preyed on the unwary. Against this this tide of lawlessness stood men like Constable Casey of the Liverpool police, who disarmed two pistol wielding terrorists, and his police colleagues who not only dealt with the day to day crimes but more unusual crimes such as bombs in the town hall and redcoats rioting in the street. Liverpool was, without doubt, a challenging and exciting place to live and work in the nineteenth century as the battle for the streets between the criminals and lawmen raged on.
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Andrew65
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We‘ve hit the big city today with Liverpool, possibly shou,d have let Trish do this one as sure missed out sone key landmarks. Also apologies for any Everton fans out there fir only including Anfield, the home of Liverpool FC. However if like me you grew up in the 70s and the 80s there was only one team! Lived in London but real treat when aunt took me to see Emilyn Hughes and all when they hit town!

Now hit midweek. How was your Wednesday?

CocoReads Wednesday is ok so far. Another hour of work. The sun is out so it‘s not too cold. My schedule changed for tomorrow so I‘m working the evening shift instead of the early morning one but that‘s no big deal. 4y
IamIamIam Okay so far... today my son's class read quotes from this book for teacher appreciation day! Cue the waterworks... I don't think there was a dry eye in the house. Another dreary day so I'm not doing much at all! 4y
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Birdsong28 It was ok. More movement as to when my shop will be open and when I will be going back so I am trying to stay positive as I will be with my work friends but I am starting to feel apprehensive about going out. 4y
Andrew65 @Birdsong28 That‘s the key issue. Have you been getting a lot of anxiety about this during this week and spent most of the last two days on this and will be doing likewise tomorrow. 4y
Andrew65 @IamIamIam Great weather here but not had a chance to get out in it. 4y
Andrew65 @CocoReads Sun most definitely helps. 4y
TheSpineView I think I am still adjusting to being back in the office. I wake up each morning and it takes a minute to realize that it is a week day and I can't go back to sleep. It is still slow and will be for a bit to come. Therefore I will sneak more reading in. 4y
IamIamIam @Andrew65 Those days are officially the worst kind!!! Mother Nature is clearly mocking us when that happens!! Lol 4y
Birdsong28 @Andrew65 I have been getting a bit anxious about it and I am not normally an anxious person which is what is making me feel worse in a way. I probably won't be going back till June as I am a classed as a vulnerable colleague with my Asthma and being in a household with another vulnerable person ( my mum has back issues, diabetes and asthma) ,but it's just the thought that I could go back anytime as we are staggering people going back. 4y
Itchyfeetreader Aha - in the town where I was born!! Oh to be in Liverpool ! Not a bad day here though but not sure when I will see the family again 4y
Andrew65 @Birdsong28 Even the most level headed of my staff are struggling at the moment. It‘s the uncertainty and the fear that is causing most of the issues. Anxiety levels with the possible reopening of schools is putting people at breaking point. Hope you and your mum can stay safe. (edited) 4y
TrishB Home ♥️♥️ you‘ve got a good selection there 👍🏻 Emlyn was my first footballing hero, my Mum used to babysit his kids so I met him a few times when very young. Ok day again, low key, just general anxiety about whatever might be the next set of changes. 4y
Andrew65 @Itchyfeetreader There‘s something very special about people born in Liverpool. (edited) 4y
Andrew65 @TrishB He was a hero of mine then as a footballer and a person, but also as a leader. For me it was him and Kevin Keegan. Hay a phenomenal team they were - like gods! Wow! To have met him. Those anxiety levels are at a real high at the moment for people in the U.K. with not knowing what is next. The numbers show we are far far from over this and this week people seem to be forgetting all about lockdown! (edited) 4y
TrishB Missing Anfield and football. I‘m not suggesting anything should start again when lives are at risk, but it doesn‘t mean I‘m not missing it ☹️ 4y
TrishB @Birdsong28 I don‘t have any of your worries, but it is a very anxious time. Sending hugs ❤️ I haven‘t got a clue when we‘re likely to return. But thinking of being on a campus with 30000 students and 5000 staff is overwhelming. (edited) 4y
Andrew65 @TrishB Without that football and sport it has shown how important it is to our lives. 4y
Andrew65 @IamIamIam So true! 4y
TrishB They were like gods - then we got Kenny. Also a football hero and a great man. Now I‘m all nostalgic! 4y
Andrew65 @TheSpineView so surreal at the moment, it hits you in waves! 4y
Andrew65 @TrishB For me Alan Hansen and Kenny Dalglish were the next set of gods, and of course the super sub! 4y
Birdsong28 @Andrew65 @TrishB Thank you so much for your wishes and understanding. I just feel that I am being stupid having these feelings as many braver people are risking their lives everyday so I can eventually go back out. I think Trish and Andrew that your scenarios have put mine into perspective as I know you both have been working through it all and it has helped and will continue to help me get my head around it. It is overwhelming for all of us. 😘 4y
TheBookHippie The anxiety of school and students and illness is a trigger for me too. I stepped out even though 54 sat in sunshine an hour and I replanted 2 pots of flowers ...making carbonara for supper and some brown bread... comfort food. I hope things get sorted for you Andrew. I personally was looking forward to the Olympics this summer. I feel bad for the athletes. 4y
TheBookHippie @Birdsong28 I feel the same way! So many others risking life for us all, and yet our whole worlds are flipped and fear is stalking us so anxiety is totally normal . Sending light! 4y
TheBookHippie @TrishB I just says this having 711 kids ages 4-10 and all the staff is so overwhelming to me. Then the alternative school with all the one to one ratios I just can‘t wrap my brain around it. 4y
TheSpineView @Andrew65 Yes! 😍 4y
kezzlou85 Been an okay day if i ignore the backache from bending in and out if the trolley, clearly I need to exercise more 😛 The school situation is worrying, its going to be so hard to get it right for those who need to go back to work but keep everyone safe at the same time. 4y
TrishB @Birdsong28 everyone‘s worries are equal ❤️ my daughter says she‘s happy to sit around a lot longer but my son is sick of it all. Going to have to balance the two out when lockdown eases.... 4y
TrishB @TheBookHippie it is so hard sometimes. When I feel overwhelmed I just get through hour by hour and write a lot of lists and keep my fingers crossed it will get better, one day 🤞🏻 4y
Andrew65 @Birdsong28 @TheBookHippie It‘s totally overwhelming for us whether working or not, it‘s the anxiety, the fear, and the unknown. Remember this section from A Game of Thrones, It‘s Bran asking the question‘ Can a man still be brave if he's afraid?' 'That is the only time a man can be brave,' his father told him. 4y
Birdsong28 @Andrew65 @TrishB @TheBookHippie Thank you for hearing and helping me with this. I also hear your experiences and wish you lots of love to get through it all 😘❤️📚📖 4y
Andrew65 @kezzlou85 I think we need to realise we can‘t start to open up society and keep everyone safe. Even if part classes return to school there will be a big increase in risks whatever we do! 4y
Andrew65 @TrishB Amen to that! ❤️ 4y
kezzlou85 @Andrew65 I think you‘re right. There's just so many risks and they can't all be worked around. 4y
Andrew65 @kezzlou85 All we can do is put in controls to reduce and minimise risk levels. 4y
Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks Our state, just like everywhere, is just chaotic... It just seems like everyone is bickering and not “all in this together.” It‘s getting stressful! I‘m going to have to stop watching the news for a couple of days... I‘m working today and tomorrow and then off a week so I will decompress! I hope everyone is safe and well! Sending love ❤️❤️❤️ 4y
Andrew65 I‘m not watching the new at all @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks Look after yourself and sending a virtual hug to everyone. 🥰 (edited) 4y
kezzlou85 @Andrew65 yep you're right there. Its all we can do. 4y
Kelly_the_Bookish_Sidekick Well I made it through the workday. Frustration is setting in as most existing clients don't have needs and many others aren't even answering phones. I can't just take off and do nothing, but efforts are useless. Feeling off today physically. I'll be honest...I never go to a doctor but I'm starting to think I need to find one. My BF thinks it's stress & anxiety, but I'm not so sure. Of course, that adds to it. It's a vicious circle. 4y
tracey38 @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks I can't watch much anymore. I just flipped through and saw this woman on the news say COVID is just a hoax. How is it possible the human race has survived this long with so much stupidity?!? These people need to go work just one day in a NYC ER and come back and say it's a hoax. I just can't... 😥 4y
tracey38 Today started very rough at work. Of course, I work at a cancer center, so this happens, but we found out one of our favorite patients has just passed away. It was heartbreaking. On a more positive note, I finally got my Rx so only missed one day, and my mom is feeling better so fingers crossed she stays that way. Hugs to all! 💛 4y
Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks @tracey38 I‘m so sorry!!! 😓😓 4y
Velvetfur They're great pics of my city Andrew, thank you! I went out on a nice big walk today, then came home and made a lovely tikka massala (potatoes, sweetcorn, broad beans and spinach), so it was a bit of an achievement day 😊 I'm about to fall asleep now so I'll check all the other comments in the morning. Nighty-night everyone xxx 4y
Andrew65 @Velvetfur Are there any key locations I missed? 4y
Andrew65 @Velvetfur Love Tikka Masala! 😋 4y
Andrew65 @Kelly_the_Bookish_Sidekick Highly likely it is stress and anxiety. My back and stomach playing me like a fiddle at the moment! 4y
Andrew65 @tracey38 I know what is wrong with people! Sorry to hear about the patient. 😢 4y
Velvetfur @Andrew65 You could have put a picture of the John Lennon statue opposite the Cavern Club instead of the picture of the wrong football team! Only joking (as Trish knows too!), I'm not actually into football, but my Mum and sis are blues so they told me I am too 😂😂 For the tikka massala I used the Pataks paste pots, and it was quite spicy 😅 (which I loved btw) 4y
Velvetfur @Birdsong28 I'm another one that's with you on this, I only leave the house about once a week or week-and-a-half when I need to buy food. Even then I hate being around other people, even at a distance. I don't know how I feel about getting a job now, I'd prefer to do something from home if I can, I mean being around people again could bring the virus back full force and cause lots more deaths. Do you feel that too? 4y
Velvetfur @Birdsong28 Oh and keep in mind that's it's ok to feel like this, your feelings are valid and you're allowed to be scared. I think our fear means we're respecting the key workers, not wanting to spread the virus and either give it to them or make life harder for them. Many hugs to you xxx 4y
Velvetfur @Itchyfeetreader You're one of us!! Where do you live now? 😊 4y
Velvetfur @TrishB That's so cool about your Mum having babysat (babysitted?) Emlyn's kids! Claim to fame 😁 4y
Velvetfur @Kelly_the_Bookish_Sidekick I hope you do go and find a doc, even if it's just to put your mind at rest, things could be taking a toll on you without you even realising... Sending hugs xxx @tracey38 I'm so sorry to hear that, sending love to you xxx 4y
Velvetfur @Andrew65 Sorry to hear about your back and stomach, you've been under too much stress lately, I hope you get some time to yourself soon xxx 4y
Birdsong28 @Velvetfur Yes. I do feel that if I go out and interact with people or the fact that more people are out that the virus will spike again, I would rather stay in a but longer so that I know that there is less chance of it happening . Thank you for your support and hugs and lisyening to me. ❤️❤️❤️❤️📚📖 4y
gradcat @Velvetfur Hey you! Haven‘t had a chance to say hello to you lately, so here I am! Hope things are okay with you! 😘 4y
Birdsong28 @Velvetfur Meant to say a bit longer rather than but. Damm autocorrect! 😂📚📖 4y
gradcat @Andrew65 Please take some time for yourself...I fear you will run yourself down. But never forget how much we all appreciate your doing this each day. I hope that you‘re aware of that...♥️ 4y
Velvetfur @Birdsong28 you're welcome 💜 4y
Velvetfur @gradcat I've just replied to your reply to my comment on your post, haha 😂 4y
Andrew65 @Velvetfur I like a spicy curry. Can‘t see any time to myself in the near or distant future at the moment. If not careful school staff will start breaking down as not getting any rest, being constantly criticised and anxiety this week at fever pitch due to talk about reopening. (edited) 4y
Andrew65 @gradcat Thanks 🥰❤️ but do not see much rest ahead. Demands unrealistic at the moment, now talking about possibly taking the Summer holiday off us. We haven‘t be off work we have been working constantly. My leadership team showing signs of cracking yesterday had to do a lot of work with them over past two days. 4y
Kelly_the_Bookish_Sidekick @Velvetfur Thanks! I'm tracking my symptoms and will look over the weekend to see who is nearby that might take a chance on me. I'm sure I'll be a handful!😁 @Andrew65 I'm story to hear ther is so much stress on you with no end in sight. Sending hugs 💓 4y
Itchyfeetreader @Velvetfur yup born and bred and all the family are still there. I‘ve been away for probably 16 years. Last 6 in London ! 4y
Velvetfur @Itchyfeetreader I lived in and around London for 12 years, there's loads of us down there, haha! 4y
Andrew65 @Velvetfur @Itchyfeetreader I was born and brought up in London. Spent the first 21 years of my life there. Now in Yorkshire. (edited) 4y
Velvetfur @Andrew65 ey oop lad, which bit o' Yorkshire are thee in? (I just LOVE Yorkshire accents!) 😊 4y
Andrew65 @Velvetfur Put a pin midway between Doncaster, Rotherham and Barnsley and you‘d find us. About 7 miles from each. Also lived in North-East. (edited) 4y
Velvetfur @Andrew65 I haven't been to any of those places specifically but I know it's a fine area because Yorkshire just is. 👍 I don't know anything about the North East I'm afraid as I'm crap with the geography of my own country, haha! 4y
JaclynW Liverpool! 4y
JaclynW Last Friday our state started re-opening. It just so happened that it was my day to go to the store. From the moment I turned into the main street, I was shocked. There was so much traffic compared to previous weeks. All of the stores and restaurants I passed had many cars in the parking lots. In the grocery store, hardly anyone wore a mask. It's like they all assumed this virus had taken off. It was terrifying. The outcome? I'm nervous to see. 4y
JaclynW @Andrew65 I'm sorry to hear about the stress you and your staff are facing. Take care!💕 4y
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MicheleinPhilly
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HA! That explains it @TrishB and @suzie.reads

This is from my 23AndMe report.

TrishB Definitely an honorary scouser 😁😁 5y
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SamanthaMarie
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Game day!!! Go Liverpool ♡

Crazeedi Jacob is getting so big!!❤ 5y
SamanthaMarie @Crazeedi He is!!! (Jonathan, Jacob is my hubby 😉) He turned 4 in July. So crazy!! 5y
Crazeedi @SamanthaMarie crap I said to myself Jonathan, then no that's wrong! Lol both j's!!so sorry 5y
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Leftcoastzen
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Liverpool footie for breakfast here on NBC in the USA!
Cheers @TrishB !⚽️

That-Bookish-Hiker My husband was watching this while we FaceTimed this morning. Go Liverpool!!! 5y
TrishB Drowning my sorrows currently and will wake up tomorrow and focus on champions league.... 5y
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suzie.reads
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1. Liverpool, England 🇬🇧
2. I'm happy where I am, just with a little more sunshine ☀️
3. One is in Florida, America and the other Liverpool, England 🇺🇸🇬🇧
4. Country - fish and chips. City - scouse 🍜(like hotpot but better)
5. ❤💙💚💛🧡💜🖤

#frideas @SailorMoon

SailorMoon Thanks for playing!!! 💕🤟🏻🌙 5y
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That-Bookish-Hiker
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I saw on Facebook that today is Love Your Pet day so here is another pic of Lennon supporting her fav footie team.

#YNWA #LennontheCat #catsoflitsy

KristenDuck How cute!! 5y
TrishB I‘ll post my doggo supporting Liverpool too ❤️ YNWA 5y
CouronneDhiver Ha! I enjoy Liverpool too... except when they face off against Bayern. Bayern is my # 1 5y
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SaraPortman
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I usually don‘t do photo challenges because I‘m horrible at keeping up, but my current #research book is perfect for today‘s #tuneinNovember #YouKnowImNoGood

Cinfhen So glad you decided to play along because book sounds fascinating! I think u might like this @TrishB @Reviewsbylola 6y
TrishB @Cinfhen that sounds really interesting 👍 Stacked. 6y
SaraPortman @TrishB hope you like it! 6y
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