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Retirement cake JLP01_09_870427
Filename: jlp01_09_870427.jpg
Size: 5268 x 5264 (3.8MB)
Date: 22nd February 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
© Historic England Archive
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Retirement cake JLP01_09_870427
JOHN LAING AND SON LIMITED, PAGE STREET, MILL HILL, BARNET, GREATER LONDON. Mrs Joan Kirby, with a group of friends and colleagues, posed in the middle of cutting the cake during her retirement presentation at Mill Hill.
Joan Kirby joined Laing in 1955 as a secretary for Mr Waldrum, who was in charge of personnel. She went on to work for various other individuals including John Renshaw. Joan joined Laings Welfare Department in 1982 and retired from the Company in 1987, after 32 years of service. The typewriter beside the cake in this image was presented to Joan as a retirement gift
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Media ID 24391896
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1980s Celebration Ceremony Food Laing Spirit People
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this heartwarming photo print, we see Mrs. Joan Kirby surrounded by a group of friends and colleagues as they gather to celebrate her retirement at Mill Hill. The atmosphere is filled with joy and camaraderie as everyone poses together in the midst of cutting a beautifully decorated retirement cake. Mrs. Kirby's journey with John Laing and Son Limited began in 1955 when she joined as a secretary for Mr. Waldrum, who was responsible for personnel matters. Throughout her 32 years of dedicated service, she worked for various individuals within the company, including John Renshaw. The image captures a significant moment during the celebration - Mrs. Kirby's presentation of a typewriter gifted to her upon retirement from Laings Welfare Department in 1987. This thoughtful gesture symbolizes both appreciation for her hard work and recognition of her contributions over the years. The photograph exudes an unmistakable sense of nostalgia, transporting us back to the vibrant spirit of the 1980s workplace culture where people came together not only to accomplish their professional goals but also to form lasting friendships. This snapshot serves as a reminder that milestones like retirements are meant to be cherished and celebrated alongside those who have been part of our journey. It encapsulates the essence of community, ceremony, and celebration that defined this era while honoring Mrs. Joan Kirby's remarkable career at John Laing and Son Limited.
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