LOCAL LEGENDS (5)
COUNCILLOR HARRY HAINES

Harry Haines (1858-1938) was one of several family members who joined the building business built up in West End by his uncle Daniel and father Henry. The Haines family had moved  south from Warminster to the village to find work in the 1840's. This they did with great success and Harry became an apprentice carpenter. His father died and as Uncle Daniel grew older and unable to run the firm, Harry and his brothers George Henry and Walter took over and "Haines Bros" was born.
The Haines buildings, whether cottage, shop or middle-class 'villa' soon earned a reputation for being solid and well-built. Following his uncle's death in 1899,  Harry took over the reins

COUNCILLOR HARRY HAINES IN 1915

and ran the business in his place. He supervised the construction of St. James School in Botley Road in 1903, amongst many other projects. His enterprise and skill were devoted not only to business but also to public affairs. He served on West End Parish Council for over 40 years and was chairman on 17 occasions. During this time he instigated the installation of electric lights in the
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