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Owing to the diminishing coal supplies and bad weather, deliveries of coal to
Owing to the diminishing coal supplies and bad weather, deliveries of coal to the housewife have been slowed down and many are trekking with prams and wheelbarrows to coal wharfs and gas works for coke, (officially being allowed to take away one hundred weight). These pictures were taken at the West Kesington coal dock where housewives and childern are seen every morning taking away coal. January 1951 P017814
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21296834
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Coal Coal Mining Dirty Energy Miners Traders
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from January 1951 captures a poignant scene during a period of coal shortage and inclement weather. As diminishing coal supplies and adverse conditions hindered deliveries to households, resourceful housewives found themselves embarking on an arduous journey to secure this essential fuel for their families. In the image, we witness a remarkable display of resilience as women push prams and wheelbarrows towards the West Kensington coal dock. Undeterred by the challenges they face, these determined individuals are officially permitted to collect one hundred weight of coke from gas works and coal wharfs. The photograph not only sheds light on the hardships faced by ordinary people during this era but also highlights the strength and determination exhibited by mothers striving to provide warmth for their loved ones. The presence of children in this daily ritual underscores how even at such tender ages, they were exposed to the realities of life's struggles. The gritty atmosphere depicted in this snapshot serves as a reminder of the dirty nature surrounding coal mining activities. It symbolizes both an industry grappling with its own limitations and communities banding together amidst adversity. Preserved through time, this evocative image offers us a glimpse into an important chapter in history when energy scarcity impacted countless lives. Through Memory Lane Prints' lens, we are transported back to an era where resilience was paramount, reminding us that even in times of hardship, humanity prevails.
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