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Market Street, Penryn, Cornwall. 1916-1918
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Market Street, Penryn, Cornwall. 1916-1918
A view from the clock tower of a crowd of people on Market Street, Penryn, with a child on a tricycle in the foreground. According to N. J. E. Harris, the great grandson of William James Easom, the cycling child is Mr. Harris late father. Photographer: Probably Arthur William Jordan
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TRURI : PERgv.9
Media ID 13297387
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This print from the Royal Cornwall Museum takes us back in time to Market Street, Penryn, Cornwall between 1916 and 1918. From the vantage point of the clock tower, we are presented with a bustling scene that perfectly captures the essence of this vibrant high street. In this snapshot of history, our attention is immediately drawn to a crowd of people who fill every inch of Market Street. They go about their daily lives, engaged in conversation or busily going about their errands. Amidst them all stands out a child on a tricycle positioned prominently in the foreground. According to N. J. E Harris, this young cyclist is none other than his late father - an endearing connection that adds personal significance to this remarkable image. The architecture lining both sides of Market Street exudes charm and character; traditional Cornish buildings with inviting shopfronts beckon passersby inside. The presence of tobacco stores hints at popular indulgences during that era while also providing insight into local commerce. The photographer behind this evocative piece is likely Arthur William Jordan whose skilled eye captured not just a moment frozen in time but also an entire atmosphere steeped in nostalgia. This print serves as a testament to the rich heritage and community spirit found within Penryn's historic streetscapes. It invites us to reflect upon how much has changed over the years while reminding us that some things remain timeless – like children playing amidst busy streets and communities coming together on market days.
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