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Bournemouth - Stationers Shop
Richardson & Co. Bournemouth - Stationers and Tobacconists Shop -selling a wide variety of items from greetings cards to cigarettes! Date: 1909
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Media ID 11561882
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Bournemouth Cigarettes Dorset Richardson Shopfront Stationer Stationers Stationery Store Tobacco Tobacconist Tobacconists Owner
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Time Gone By: Richardson & Co. Stationers and Tobacconists, Bournemouth, 1909 This evocative photograph captures the bustling atmosphere of Richardson & Co. Stationers and Tobacconists shop in Bournemouth, Dorset, in the year 1909. The Edwardian era shopfront, adorned with ornate details and ornamental signs, invites passersby to explore the wide array of goods within. The shop's large window displays a captivating assortment of merchandise. On the left, an elegant selection of greetings cards, carefully arranged and ready to be sent to loved ones, catches the eye. Further along, a variety of stationery items such as pens, pencils, and notebooks are neatly displayed. The right side of the window reveals the tobacco and tobacconist section. A charming display of tobacco tins and packets, along with an array of cigarettes, adds an intriguing contrast to the stationery items. The tobacco shop's owner, dressed in formal attire, can be seen standing behind the counter, engaging with a customer. Richardson & Co. served as a vital hub for the local community, offering essential stationery items and a place to purchase tobacco and cigarettes. The shop's versatile inventory catered to the diverse needs of its customers, making it a beloved and integral part of Bournemouth's vibrant commercial scene during the early 20th century. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, allowing us to appreciate the rich history and character of a bygone era. The intricate details and captivating scene make it a must-have for anyone interested in the history of Bournemouth, Dorset, or the evolution of retail establishments.
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