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The finishing house, Horton Kirby paper mills, 1887
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The finishing house, Horton Kirby paper mills, 1887
3478848 The finishing house, Horton Kirby paper mills, 1887; (add.info.: The finishing house, Horton Kirby paper mills, South Darenth, Kent. The women are inspecting each sheet of paper before it is made up into reams for sending out, 1887.); Universal History Archive/UIG
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This print captures a moment in the history of the Horton Kirby paper mills in 1887. The finishing house is bustling with activity as women meticulously inspect each sheet of paper before it is bundled into reams for distribution. Their attention to detail and dedication to quality control is evident in their focused expressions.
The setting of the finishing house, located in South Darenth, Kent, provides a glimpse into the industrial landscape of England during the late nineteenth century. The women depicted here are not just workers but skilled professionals contributing to the production process with precision and care.
As we peer into this snapshot from history, we are reminded of the importance of labor and craftsmanship in shaping our world. Each sheet of paper represents hours of hard work and expertise that went into its creation. It serves as a testament to the ingenuity and industry that defined this era.
Through this image, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the inner workings of a factory where women played a vital role in producing goods for mass consumption. Their contribution may have been overlooked by many at that time, but through this photograph, their legacy lives on for us to appreciate and admire.
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