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Milk delivery men and carts, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
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Milk delivery men and carts, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
Ws Baker & Son Victoria Dairy milk delivery men pictured with their carts at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. Milkman Bill Whittle (left) has a new cart which unlike the other two has pneumatic tyres and mudguards. Milk was sold in half pints, pints and quart bottles as well as from a churn for jug delivery.
circa 1937
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This evocative photograph captures the scene of milk delivery men, Bill Whittle and his colleagues, at Walton-on-The-Naze in Essex, England during the 1930s. The trio is pictured with their carts, proudly displaying the "Ws Baker & Son Victoria Dairy" sign. Milkman Bill Whittle (left) is seen with a modern new cart, featuring pneumatic tyres and mudguards, setting him apart from his colleagues. In those days, milk was sold in various sizes including half pints, pints, and quarts, as well as from a churn for jug delivery. The delivery service was a vital part of daily life, ensuring fresh milk and dairy produce reached homes directly from the farm. The milkmen, dressed in their uniforms, were a familiar sight on the streets, often accompanied by their trusty carts. The era's charm is further emphasized by the presence of a radio and a box of eggs on one of the carts. The milkmen's interaction with the local community was an integral part of the daily routine, with the milkman often being the first point of call for household supplies. The "Ws Baker & Son Victoria Dairy" sign, with its distinctive logo, adds to the nostalgic appeal of the image. The milkmen's dedication to delivering quality produce, often from local farms, played a significant role in shaping the dairy industry during the 1930s. This photograph is a testament to the personalized and direct trade that once existed between farmers, producers, and consumers.
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