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known in England is kept in London and dates to around the 1220s. Having said this, it was another 300 years before paper was used as a frequent writing surface. Englishman, William Caxton, set up his own printing press in 1475 at Westminster Abbey. In its rst three years, Caxton had produced thirty books on the printing press. The rst proper paper mill in England was opened several years after this in 1494 by John Tate. Located in Sele near Hertford, it took years for John Tate’s mill to acquire the necessary equipment and professional, experienced papermakers, who were often employed from abroad. After visiting the mill in 1498, Henry VIII also saw the importance of paper in keeping records. Finally, England could produce its own paper!
Then in 1790, a Frenchman called Louis Robert invented a machine that could make continuous lengths of paper. This machine completely revolutionised the paper industry and allowed us to produce reels and reels of good quality paper. Other paper items, such as paper plates and paper coffee cups, were still not invented until the early 1900s. The invention and production of disposable utensils and cutlery soon followed.
Clearly, in the mid-1800s, trees were seen as an unlimited source, as the population was a lot smaller and there were fewer businesses and, therefore, less of a demand for paper. Nowadays, paper is in high demand but we have fortunately found an alternative... Recycled paper! This produces far less pollution, saves trees, and is much less toxic.
[Facts in this article are sourced from Henley’s Paper Making booklet]
Hooked on Books Club
AEnid Blyton
n adventurous Enid Blyton morning was enjoyed by all at Hooked on
Books Club on Saturday 9th July at Olney Library. Lydia introduced one of her favourite Enid Blyton books, The Naughtiest Girl in the School. The Far Away Tree stories sparked imaginative drawing, colouring and stencilling of new lands. Games including Slippery Snakes and Lucky Ladders allowed an exciting race to the nish, whilst Orleg word game stretched young minds. Thanks to all who came along. Lydia and Karen hope to see you again for a picnic read in the Library garden on 13th August 11.30am-12.30pm, new members always welcome.
For more information and updates please e-mail khenry.business@mail.com or visit Friends of the Library in Olney facebook page.
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