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  <dc:title>William Rickard, Silk Manufacturer of Derby</dc:title>
  <dc:description>Rickard's was founded in 1853 and the principal mills were situated in Asbourne Road and Agard Street, Derby. William Rickard was also involved in other ventures, including being a Director of Lehner Artificial Silk Company in Bradford, and was an investor in the Pyramidical Syndicate.</dc:description>
  <dc:date>19th-20th cent.</dc:date>
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