Aveling & Porter steam roller no. 8240 in Central Market, Grimsby 1954.

An original photographic print by H. C. Casserley, Berkhamsted. Copyright H. C. Casserley / R. M. Casserley. Taken on 28th April 1954.

Built in 1914, steam roller no. 8240, reg. EE 3119, was known as “Little Gem”.

Central Market, Grimsby was where Dunelm (Grimsby) and Tesco’s car park is today.

The Clock Tower was built and given to Grimsby by Mayor, Edward Bannister. The tower was demolished in 1959.

Edward John Bannister (1821-1916) established a large coal exporting company in Grimsby. He was also a local coal and salt merchant and dealer. He was also a skilful artist.