Gum Tragasol Supply Company works, Hooton
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Gum Tragasol Supply Company works, Hooton
Image: © David Kitching Taken: 8 Sep 2005
Standing across the road from Hooton station is the works that formerly produced Gum Tragasol by grinding up locust beans. The product was used in a range of products, including as a size in the cotton industry. It was also used at one time in toothpaste and hair cream.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.297637
Longitude
-2.97822