Wed, Sep 19, 1984
Patrick Brady returns home after the Boer War, to Bradley. The Selby family now live in the house he grew up in. Life for the Selby's is hard. Sarah Selby works at the nearby mill which is owned by the Holroyd family. The Holroyd and Selby children meet at Sunday school. Patrick finds work
Wed, Oct 10, 1984
The Holroyds own the mill and have a comfortable life. Maurice Holroyd has joined the union much to his fathers anger. The Selby's life is much harder; Tom has lost his job and Sarah's health is declining. Tom decides to look for work at the colliery, someone has to pay the rent and buy food. People in Bradley discuss the outcome of the election and what is important to them and their futures.
Wed, Oct 17, 1984
Work in the mills is a hard life. Bessie is over 70 and still working at Holroyds, and should really get her pension. Freddie starts working at the mill as he struggles at school. George sets his affairs in place, with help from Maurice. Charlotte is becoming more aware of social issues.