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John Wheatley, M. P. 1926 (colour litho)
473369 John Wheatley, M.P. 1926 (colour litho) by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Wheatley (1869-1930) Scottish socialist politician, radical thinker and reformer; began his career as a coal miner and then a publican; Minister of Health in the first Labour Government of 1924 and personally responsible for a Housing Act which greatly expanded affordable municipal housing for low paid workers and secured 2.5 million new homes for the working class; earlier he campaigned against British involvement in the First World War and opposed conscription; deeply religious he was also first Chairman of the Catholic Socialist Society and opposed a birth control campaign; from the series of Straight Line caricatures produced as cigarette cards by John Player & Sons; the golden age of cigarette cards was from the late 19th century until the Second World War and were immensely popular both as collector items and as a source of instruction, entertainment and amusement before the widespread use of television and radio; ); English, out of copyright
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The captivating print titled "John Wheatley, M. P. 1926" showcases the esteemed Scottish socialist politician, John Wheatley. Created by Alick Penrose Forbes Ritchie in a vibrant colour litho style, this artwork is now part of a private collection. Wheatley's remarkable life journey began as a coal miner and later transformed into that of a publican before he emerged as an influential figure in politics. Serving as the Minister of Health during the first Labour Government in 1924, Wheatley played a pivotal role in implementing the groundbreaking Housing Act. This legislation revolutionized affordable municipal housing for low-paid workers and resulted in an impressive 2.5 million new homes for the working class. Beyond his political achievements, Wheatley was known for his staunch opposition to British involvement in World War I and conscription policies. Additionally, he held deep religious beliefs and served as the inaugural Chairman of the Catholic Socialist Society while actively campaigning against birth control initiatives. This particular image is part of a series called Straight Line caricatures produced by John Player & Sons as cigarette cards—a popular collector's item during their heyday from the late 19th century until World War II. These cards provided not only entertainment but also educational value at a time when television and radio were not yet widespread mediums. With its rich historical significance and artistic finesse, this print offers viewers an intriguing glimpse into both John Wheatley's impactful career and an era long gone by.
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