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Shooting a lorry-load of china clay into the hold of a waiting steamer. Discovered in the UK in the 1740s, St. Austell is one of the main sources of China Clay. Date: 1930s
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1740s Austell Clay Discovered Hold Load Lorry Main Shooting Sources Steamer Truck Unloaded Waiting
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of the China Clay industry in St. Austell, Cornwall, during the 1930s. The image shows a lorry-load of raw china clay being carefully unloaded into the hold of a waiting steamer. The clay, a fine, white, kaolinic material, was first discovered in the St. Austell area in the 1740s, making it one of the earliest and most significant sources of this valuable resource in the UK. The process of unloading the clay was a meticulous one, requiring skill and precision to ensure that the clay was not damaged during the transfer from the lorry to the ship. The steamer would then transport the clay to various destinations around the world, where it would be used in the production of porcelain and earthenware. The China Clay industry was a major employer in the St. Austell area, providing jobs for thousands of people. The industry's success was due in part to the unique geological conditions in the area, which created large deposits of high-quality clay. The industry's impact on the local economy was significant, with many businesses and services developing to support the industry's needs. Despite the passage of time, this photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the industry that helped put St. Austell on the map as a major center of China Clay production in the UK.
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