Mile End Scandal - James Calcutts premises
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Mile End Scandal - James Calcutts premises
In 190, builder James Calcutt was convicted of fraud after regularly overcharging the Mile End Old Town Board of Guardians for work he had carried out. This is a view of his business premises. Date: 1908
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Builder Business Carried Convicted Fraud Guardians Mile Premises Regularly
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph from 1908, the once-thriving business premises of James Calcutt, a notorious Mile End builder, stand as a testament to the scandal that shook the East End community over a century ago. At the time, Calcutt was a well-known figure in the area, known for his construction work for the Mile End Old Town Board of Guardians. However, his reputation was soon tarnished when he was convicted of fraudulently overcharging the Board for the work he had carried out. The image reveals a bustling scene of activity outside Calcutt's premises, with people milling about and horses and carts lined up along the street. The building itself, with its large sign bearing the name "James Calcutt, Builder," appears imposing and impressive, despite the dark cloud of scandal that hung over it. The Mile End Old Town Board of Guardians was responsible for providing relief and support to the poor and needy in the East End of London. Calcutt's fraudulent activities involved regularly overcharging the Board for the construction work he had done, pocketing the excess funds for himself. The scale of the fraud was significant, and Calcutt's actions caused widespread outrage and dismay in the community. Despite the controversy, the photograph offers a glimpse into the vibrant and bustling life of Mile End at the turn of the 20th century. The image serves as a reminder of the complex and often contradictory nature of the East End, where prosperity and scandal could coexist in the same place and time. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a pivotal moment in the history of Mile End and the East End as a whole, shedding light on the intricate web of relationships and power dynamics that shaped the community during this period.
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