Canvas Print : Police guard for Slate Club Money, Old Street, London
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Police guard for Slate Club Money, Old Street, London
In what was then the largest Slate Club in England, 15, 000 in cash was distributed to the 13, 000 members of the New Tabernacle Church, Old Street, London. This picture shows the length they went to to protect the cash before distribution. A Slate Club was a society whose members contributed small sums weekly or monthly to a fund held by the secretary, to be shared out at Christmas or on some other special occasion. Slate clubs derived their name from the original practice of chalking the names of the members up on a slate.
circa 1911
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Media ID 7246453
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Bags Band Cash Distribution Fund Funds Guard Guarding Hope Members Money Police Men Protect Protection Security Shared Sharing Slate Tabernacle Money Bags
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Police Guard for Slate Club Money, Old Street, London" canvas print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library and The Pete Frost Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image offers a glimpse into history, showcasing a determined police guard standing watch over stacks of cash in Old Street, London, during the distribution of funds from the largest Slate Club in England. With its rich, authentic details and striking composition, this canvas print adds depth and character to any space, making it a perfect addition to your home or office decor. Bring history to life with this captivating piece from Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph taken circa 1911, a group of determined police officers stand guard over stacks of money bags in the dimly lit room of Old Street's New Tabernacle Church in London. The scene unfolds in what was then the largest Slate Club in England, where an impressive sum of 15,000 pounds was about to be distributed among the 13,000 members. The Slate Club, a socio-economic society, was a unique phenomenon of the time. Members contributed small weekly or monthly sums to a communal fund, which was held by the secretary and shared out at Christmas or on special occasions. The name "Slate Club" originated from the original practice of chalking the names of the members up on a slate. The meticulous planning and security measures taken to protect the substantial cash before distribution are evident in this photograph. The police officers, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, stand watchfully over the money bags, their stern expressions conveying a sense of duty and responsibility. The room is dimly lit, adding an air of mystery and intrigue. A woman, perhaps a member of the church or the organizing committee, sits at a table nearby, carefully sorting through papers. The Slate Clubs played a crucial role in the lives of their members, providing a sense of hope and community during challenging economic times. The distribution of the funds was an eagerly anticipated event, and the meticulous security measures taken to protect the cash were a testament to the importance placed on fairness and transparency. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, a time when community, cooperation, and the simple joy of sharing were the cornerstones of social interaction.
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