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Alverton Street, looking east towards Green Market, Penzance, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Filename: TRURI-PNZal-4.tiff
Size: 7576 x 6577 (51MB)
Date: 16th August 2018
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.118798, -5.537592
© From the collection of the RIC
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Alverton Street, looking east towards Green Market, Penzance, Cornwall. Early 1900s
A man is driving a horse and cart towards Market House. People are walking along the busy street. Shop signs include Houlsons Haircutting and Shampooing Rooms, A G Pool, Wine and Spirit Merchant. Photographer: S.C. Fox
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TRURI : PNZal.4
Media ID 15302790
© From the collection of the RIC
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the early 1900s takes us back in time to Alverton Street, a bustling Victorian town in Penzance, Cornwall. The scene depicts a lively street filled with activity as people go about their daily routines. In the foreground, a man expertly guides his horse and cart towards Market House, symbolizing the importance of trade and commerce during that era. The street is lined with an array of charming shops, each displaying their unique signs. Prominent among them are Houlsons Haircutting and Shampooing Rooms, offering gentlemen a place for grooming and relaxation. A G Pool's Wine and Spirit Merchant entices passersby with its selection of fine beverages. As we observe this snapshot of history frozen in time by photographer S. C. Fox, it becomes evident how integral these shops were to the fabric of community life. People can be seen strolling along the busy street, engaging in conversations or perhaps running errands. This image not only captures the essence of a vibrant Cornish town but also serves as a testament to our shared heritage. It allows us to reflect upon how society has evolved over time while appreciating the enduring charm of places like Alverton Street
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