[4] In 1862, a beam gave way, and around 100 people fell from the upper room to the lower floor, resulting in several injuries but no deaths.

[5] Following significant population growth, largely associated with the number of cotton mills in the area, a local board of health was established in Saddleworth in 1868.

[8] During the Second World War events were held during Wings for Victory Week to raise money for Spitfires for the Royal Air Force.

[9] The district council subsequently carried out works to modernise the mechanics' institute and to make it fit for municipal use: the works included a three-bay entrance block which featured a blind wall with a balcony above in the left-hand bay, a double-doorway with a casement window above in the centre bay, and a blind section at the right, which was projected forward.

[10] The district council also opened offices at St Chad's Parish Centre, further along Lee Street.