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Linotype block being set in the dye at a printworks, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1959
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Linotype block being set in the dye at a printworks, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1959
Linotype block being set in the dye at a printworks, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1959. Movable type pages being set in the chase. The quoins which hold the movable type in place can be seen at the edge of the chase
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1950s Doncaster Fifties Hands Linotype Mexborough Michael Michael Walters Movable Moveable Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Printworker Printworks South Yorkshire Typesetter Typesetting Walters
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This photograph captures a moment in the bustling printworks of Mexborough, South Yorkshire in 1959. The image showcases the intricate process of typesetting using Linotype blocks, a revolutionary technology at the time. In the foreground, we see skilled hands meticulously setting a Linotype block into the dye, ensuring precision and accuracy in every detail. The printworker's concentration is palpable as they carefully arrange movable type pages within a chase, with quoins visible at the edge to hold everything securely in place. This snapshot offers us an intimate glimpse into this industrial profession that played such a vital role in disseminating information during this era. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth and nostalgia to this scene from mid-20th century Britain. The factory's interior buzzes with activity as workers diligently carry out their tasks amidst towering stacks of paper and machinery. It serves as a reminder of how manual labor was once integral to producing printed materials before digital advancements transformed the industry. Captured by Michael Walters, renowned for his evocative photography documenting British heritage, this image transports us back to an era when craftsmanship and attention to detail were paramount. It stands as a testament to the dedication and skill required by those who worked tirelessly behind-the-scenes at printworks like these - unsung heroes who brought words onto paper for all to read.
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