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Photographic Print : Newtons rents off Twine Court in Shadwell - the centre of one of the worst slums in Stepney
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Newtons rents off Twine Court in Shadwell - the centre of one of the worst slums in Stepney
Newtons rents off Twine Court in Shadwell - the centre of one of the worst slums in Stepney, London. When the picture of the three women and the baby around the communal pump - shared by eleven families was published in The Star in 1931, there was a public outcry and the cottages were demolished and replaced by Stepney Councils Ring House scheme
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20 Century Child East End Family Memory Lane Exhibition Poor Poverty Wash Water Alleyway Communal Drab Drain Dreary Mother And Child Pour Rinse Shared Sharing Water Pump
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with this evocative photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, capturing the harsh realities of life in London's East End during the early 20th century. Taken by renowned photojournalist John Topham from TopFoto, this image portrays three women standing outside 'Newton's Rents' in Shadwell, the heart of one of Stepney's most notorious slums. Witness the resilience and determination in their expressions as they go about their daily lives amidst the stark poverty and cramped living conditions. This powerful photograph is a poignant reminder of the past and a valuable addition to any collection focusing on social history or urban life.
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This powerful print captures the harsh reality of life in Newtons rents off Twine Court, Shadwell - one of the most notorious slums in Stepney, London. Taken during the 1930s, a time when poverty plagued the East End, this image showcases three women and a baby gathered around a communal pump. The scene depicts not only the struggle for basic necessities like water but also highlights the shared hardship experienced by eleven families residing in these dilapidated cottages. The publication of this photograph in The Star newspaper caused an uproar among the public, leading to significant action. In response to this public outcry, Stepney Council made a momentous decision to demolish these squalid dwellings and replace them with their ambitious Ring House scheme. This marked a turning point for those trapped within these drab walls as they were finally offered hope for better living conditions. As we gaze upon this poignant snapshot from memory lane exhibition by John Topham, it serves as a stark reminder of how far society has come since that era. It reminds us of our duty to ensure that no one is left behind or forced to endure such dire circumstances again. Let us remember those who suffered through poverty and deprivation while celebrating progress made towards creating more equitable communities.
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