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HORROCKSES MILLS
Horrockses, Crewsdon & Co, Centenary Cotton Mills, Preston. Date: 1925
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Centenary Cotton Electric Horrockses Lights Mills Preston Textiles 1925
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In this evocative photograph from 1925, the grandeur and innovation of Horrockses Mills in Preston, Lancashire, England, are on full display. The image captures the Centenary Cotton Mills of Horrockses, Crewsdon & Co., a leading textile manufacturing company that had been in operation for over a century. The mill complex, with its imposing red-brick buildings, dominates the landscape, its towering chimneys reaching for the sky. The scene is illuminated by the warm glow of electric lights, casting long shadows across the cobblestone streets and reflecting off the wet pavement. The industrial machinery within the mills hums with activity, powering the production of high-quality cotton textiles that would soon adorn the wardrobes of fashionable people across the country and beyond. The Centenary Mill, the largest of the three mills in the complex, is the focal point of the photograph. Its arched windows, intricate brickwork, and ornate chimneys exude a sense of history and tradition. The mill's name, proudly displayed on a banner, stands as a testament to the company's rich heritage and its commitment to excellence. The photograph also reveals the human element of the industrial process. Workers, dressed in typical turn-of-the-century attire, can be seen moving about the mill grounds, their faces illuminated by the lights. Their presence underscores the dedication and hard work required to keep the mills running smoothly and efficiently. This image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the beauty and complexity of the textile industry during its heyday. It serves as a reminder of the ingenuity and perseverance of the people who built and operated the mills, transforming raw cotton into coveted fabrics that shaped the fashion world and left an indelible mark on the history of textile manufacturing.
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