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Dog owners given free licences
Over 200 free licences were given to dog owners too poor to pay the 7s. 6d. tax. The licences were presented at the Regal Cinema, Marble Arch, where the management had worked in conjunction with various animal charities including Our Dumb Friends League and Battersea Dogs Home to organise the charitable scheme. Date: 1932
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1932 Battersea Charitable Charity Dumb Free Friends League Licence Nov19 Owners Ownership Poor
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In this heartwarming photograph from 1932, dog owners, many of whom were struggling financially, eagerly receive their free dog licences at the Regal Cinema in Marble Arch, London. The charitable scheme, organized in collaboration between the cinema management and animal welfare charities Our Dumb Friends League and Battersea Dogs Home, aimed to provide relief for pet owners unable to pay the mandatory 7s. 6d. (£3.25 in today's currency) tax. The joy and gratitude on the faces of the dog owners are palpable as they proudly hold up their new licences, ensuring their beloved pets could continue to accompany them in public spaces. The event took place at the Regal Cinema, a popular entertainment venue, adding an air of community and camaraderie to the occasion. Our Dumb Friends League and Battersea Dogs Home, two prominent animal welfare organizations, played a crucial role in the success of the charitable initiative. Their involvement not only provided financial assistance but also raised awareness about the importance of responsible pet ownership and the welfare of dogs in the community. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the power of charitable acts and the strong bond between people and their pets, especially during challenging economic times. This act of kindness not only brought relief to the dog owners but also fostered a sense of unity and compassion within the community.
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