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Horse buses in The Square, Probus, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Filename: TRURI-PROct-14.tiff
Size: 8774 x 5746 (50MB)
Date: 11th October 2018
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.292587, -4.952258
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Horse buses in The Square, Probus, Cornwall. Early 1900s
The Square looking north towards Chapel Street with the Jubilee Lamp on the left. Two horse buses stand outside the Post Office with passengers aboard. The one on the left is Albion and the other is Magnet which travelled the Grampound-St Austell-Truro route. Annie Fuglers shop is in the background. Photographer: Samuel John Govier
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TRURI : PROct.14
Media ID 16523240
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Step back in time to the early 1900s with this print of Horse buses in The Square, Probus, Cornwall. The image captures a bustling scene as two horse-drawn buses stand outside the Post Office, eagerly awaiting passengers. The one on the left proudly displays its name 'Albion', while its companion is known as 'Magnet' – both serving the Grampound-St Austell-Truro route. As you gaze at this snapshot from history, your eyes are drawn towards the Jubilee Lamp on the left side of The Square. Its warm glow illuminates the quaint village road and adds a touch of nostalgia to this charming scene. In the background, Annie Fuglers shop stands tall, reminding us of simpler times when local businesses thrived. Transportation was an integral part of daily life during that era, and these horse buses were a lifeline for villagers traveling between towns. This photograph not only showcases their importance but also highlights how Cornish communities embraced progress while preserving their unique heritage. With Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee just around the corner during this period, it's fascinating to imagine how these streets buzzed with excitement and anticipation for such grand celebrations. Samuel John Govier expertly captured this moment in time through his lens, immortalizing a piece of Cornwall's rich history. This remarkable print offers a glimpse into bygone days – where cornish charm meets streetlights and transport intertwines with tradition.
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