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Poster Print : Sheffield School Board Election - why vote for the Church and Education Act candidates?, 1888
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Sheffield School Board Election - why vote for the Church and Education Act candidates?, 1888
Vote for: Rev. J. Gilmore, B. Fletcher, S. H. Ward, J. D. Fawcett, A. G. Winill / Winnill, Rev. J. Darbyshire, W. Parkin and W. Colver.Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library: MP 95 M
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Media ID 14088470
© Sheffield City Council
Broadsheets Education Elections James Politics School Sheffield Fawcett Fletcher Gilmore Parkin Ward
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This vintage gem transports you to the past with an authentic image from Sheffield City Archives: "Sheffield School Board Election - why vote for the Church and Education Act candidates?, 1888." Featuring prominent figures Rev. J. Gilmore, B. Fletcher, S. H. Ward, J. D. Fawcett, A. G. Winill / Winnill, Rev. J. Darbyshire, W. Parkin, and W. Colver, this captivating print invites you to explore the rich history of Sheffield's school elections. Add a touch of nostalgia to your home or office decor with this intriguing piece of historical artwork."
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 38.1cm x 59.4cm (15" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Caption: "Sheffield School Board Election - Advocating the Church and Education Act Candidates, 1888". This print from 1888 showcases the Sheffield School Board Election campaign, urging voters to support candidates aligned with the Church and Education Act. The image captures a significant moment in history when politics intertwined with education, shaping the future of Sheffield's schooling system. The broadsheet prominently displays the names of eight esteemed individuals vying for positions on the school board: Reverend J. Gilmore, B. Fletcher, S. H. Ward, J. D. Fawcett, A. G. Winill (or Winnill), Reverend J. Darbyshire, W. Parkin, and W. Colver. In an era marked by social change and growing influence of religious institutions in education policy-making decisions, this election held immense importance for both supporters and opponents of church involvement in schools. Preserved at Sheffield Local Studies Library under reference MP 95 M. , this historical artifact offers a glimpse into a time when educational matters were hotly debated among politicians and community members alike. As we examine this photograph today through modern lenses, it serves as a reminder of how political ideologies have shaped our educational systems over time while also highlighting the enduring significance of civic engagement in determining our children's futures.
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