Scholes

SCHOLES, a hamlet, in the parish of Barwick-in-Elmett, Lower division of the wapentake of Skyrack, W. riding of York, 9 miles (E. N. E.) from Leeds. The population is principally employed in the making of cards for machinery. The substratum abounds with coal, but no mines are in operation. There is a place of worship for Wesleyans; and a parochial school is supported by subscription.