Terrific explosions near , ®'? c Rocks in the Cromford (Matlock) district of Derbyshire, which had been heard for miles, were found to be the work of a gang of bovs. A quantity of gelignite cartridges had-been taken from a hut belonging to a mining company on the top of Masson Hill, the telephone connexion having been dismantled to prevent interference. A supply of the explosive, apparently hidden by the boys, was discovered m the Black Rocks. The Black Rocks are situated on a lofty hill between Cromford and Wirksworth. and are well known to tourists and climbers.
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Press, Volume LXII, Issue 18678, 29 April 1926, Page 15
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