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Framed Print : Illness Notice, Malmesbury Workhouse, Wiltshire
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Illness Notice, Malmesbury Workhouse, Wiltshire
A notice sent by Mr C.M. Gane, master of the Malmesbury Union workhouse, to a friend or relative of inmate Hezekiah Coster informing them that Coster was very ill. Date: 1896
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Coster Friend Hezekiah Inmate Malmesbury Master Notice Pauper Relative Workhouse Informing
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Illness Notice from Malmesbury Workhouse, Wiltshire" Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This poignant piece of history brings a glimpse into the past, with an authentic notice sent by C.M. Gane, the master of the Malmesbury Union workhouse, in 1896. The notice informs a friend or relative of Hezekiah Coster that he was gravely ill. This evocative print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a moving reminder of the human stories hidden within historical institutions. Add this unique framed print to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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.
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This poignant Illness Notice dates back to 1896, issued by Mr. C.M. Gane, the Master of Malmesbury Union Workhouse in Wiltshire, England. The notice was sent to a friend or relative of an inmate named Hezekiah Coster, informing them of his grave condition. During the Victorian era, workhouses served as institutions for the poor and destitute, providing shelter, food, and medical care in exchange for labor. The system was designed to discourage idleness and encourage self-sufficiency, but the living conditions were often harsh and inhumane. The notice reads, "Malmesbury Union Workhouse, March 13th, 1896. Sir, I have the regret to inform you that Hezekiah Coster, Pauper, is very ill and has been removed to the Infirmary. His expenses will be charged to his account as usual. Yours faithfully, C.M. Gane, Master." The notice serves as a stark reminder of the harsh realities faced by the poor and destitute during this time. The use of the term "pauper" underscores the stigma attached to those who relied on the charity of the state for their basic needs. The fact that Hezekiah's expenses would continue to be charged to his account, even while he was ill, highlights the financial precariousness of life in the workhouse. Despite the grim circumstances, the notice also reveals the administrative machinery that kept the workhouse running, with the Master taking it upon himself to inform Hezekiah's relative of his condition. The formal language and impersonal tone of the notice underscore the bureaucratic nature of the workhouse system, yet the personal nature of the message underscores the human impact of this institution on the lives of its inmates and their families.
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