A view of Mount Pleasant Windmill off Norton Road, Stockton. 2 bladed (wanded) built pre 1785, still standing 1920s – 7 storeys Photo taken late 19th century. One of the men looks like he is preparing for a run. 
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This guy could be waiting to run at the old Bell-Vue dog track,because he is wearing(spikes)running shoes & the dog track used to hold professional races at this time.