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Pause for thought amid empty beds: ward sister Margaret Sheepy takes a final sad look at
Pause for thought amid empty beds: ward sister Margaret Sheepy takes a final sad look at Whitley Hospital, where shes worked for 11 years. Coventry, West Midlands. 1st December 1988
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Coventry
England
Media ID 21837998
© Mirrorpix
Closing Closure Coventry Hospitals National Health Service 1988 West Midlands
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step into history with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this poignant image from the Coventry Telegraph Archive. "Pause for thought amid empty beds: ward sister Margaret Sheepy takes a final sad look at" captures a moment of reflection and farewell, as Margaret bids adieu to Whitley Hospital after 11 dedicated years of service on 1st December 1988. This evocative photograph, brought to you by Memory Lane Prints, is a beautiful addition to any home or office space, serving as a reminder of the past and the human stories that shape our communities. Framed in a high-quality wood frame, this print is a testament to the power of photography to preserve memories and evoke emotion.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.5cm (9.6" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this poignant print titled "Pause for thought amid empty beds" ward sister Margaret Sheepy captures the bittersweet moment as she takes a final sad look at Whitley Hospital. Having dedicated 11 years of her life to serving the community in Coventry, West Midlands, this image encapsulates the closure of an era. The year is 1988, and the photograph transports us back to a time when hospitals were not just buildings but pillars of hope and healing. The stark emptiness of the beds symbolizes both an end and a new beginning. As Sister Margaret gazes upon these vacant spaces that once held countless lives, her expression reflects a mix of nostalgia, gratitude, and perhaps even sadness. Whitley Hospital's closure marks another chapter in the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare within our National Health Service (NHS). This snapshot from Memory Lane Prints serves as a reminder that behind every hospital's walls lie countless stories: tales of compassion, resilience, and unwavering dedication. As we observe this historical moment captured by Coventry Telegraph Archive in stunning detail, let us pause for thought. Let us honor those like Sister Margaret who have tirelessly served their communities throughout the decades. And may this image serve as a testament to our collective responsibility to cherish and support our healthcare institutions – not only during times of crisis but always.
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