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Boiler Room, Wigmore Schools, West Midlands
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Boiler Room, Wigmore Schools, West Midlands
The boiler room at the Walsall and West Bromwich District School on Pennyhill Lane, Wigmore. The schools engineer and four young helpers stand alongside massive lumps of coal. The school was opened in 1870 to house workhouse children from the two unions
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at the Wigmore Schools in the West Midlands, circa 1904. The Boiler Room, located at Pennyhill Lane in Wigmore, was a vital part of the school infrastructure that provided heating and warmth to the institution. The image shows the schools engineer, dressed in formal attire, standing proudly alongside four young helpers. They all gaze intently at the camera, posing with massive lumps of coal, which were the primary fuel source for the boiler. The Walsall and West Bromwich District School was established in 1870 to accommodate workhouse children from the two unions. The Victorian and Edwardian eras saw an increase in the number of children in the workhouse system, necessitating the expansion of schools to cater to their needs. The children, often dressed in uniforms, would have assisted in various tasks around the school, including the boiler room, as part of their education and training. The Boiler Room was a significant technological advancement for the time, providing a more efficient and effective means of heating the school. The coal-fired boiler would have been a source of fascination for the children, who would have learned essential skills by working alongside the engineer and helpers. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the children in the workhouse schools, providing a historical record of their experiences. The image is a poignant reminder of the past, showcasing the resilience and resourcefulness of the children and the importance of community and cooperation. The Boiler Room at Wigmore Schools stands as a testament to the history of education and the challenges faced by children in the 1870s and early 1900s.
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