Page "Chełmek" Paragraph 4

Until 1931, Chełmek remained a poor village, whose inhabitants would leave it, seeking for work at local coal mines.

In 1931, however, legendary Czech businessman Tomas Bata decided to acquire land in Chełmek, to built a shoe factory here, together with a settlement for workers.

In five years, the population of the village doubled, a new church, kindergarten, schools and culture house were built.