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Greengrocers warehouse exterior, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1966
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Greengrocers warehouse exterior, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1966
Greengrocers warehouse exterior, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1966. The wholesale warehouse of Fred Ward the Greengrocer, who sold fruit and vegitables in Mexborough for many years. The area has undergone much generation since the time of the photograph with the warehouse being demolished and public lavatories built
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Doncaster Greengrocer Mexborough Michael Michael Walters Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd South Yorkshire Storage Walters Warehouse
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This print captures the exterior of a greengrocers warehouse in Mexborough, South Yorkshire, taken in 1966. The wholesale warehouse belonged to Fred Ward, a well-known greengrocer who served the community with fresh fruits and vegetables for many years. This snapshot offers a glimpse into an era when local businesses thrived and played an integral role in sustaining communities. Since this photograph was taken, the area has undergone significant changes. The once bustling warehouse has been demolished, making way for public lavatories as part of the ongoing regeneration efforts. However, this image serves as a poignant reminder of Mexborough's rich history and its reliance on small-scale enterprises like Fred Ward's greengrocery. The monochrome composition adds depth to the picture, emphasizing the timeless quality of this scene from mid-20th century Britain. It showcases not only a building but also represents an occupation - that of being a greengrocer - which was vital to both individuals' livelihoods and local food supply chains during that time. Preserved by Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd. , this photograph by Michael Walters encapsulates not just one man's business venture but also reflects broader themes such as changing landscapes and evolving economic patterns within England's industrial heartland.
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