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The New Telpher Line at Glynde
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The New Telpher Line at Glynde
The new Telpher line at Glynde, near Lewes, the seat of Lord Hampden (1814-1892), the Ex-Speaker of the House of Commons. His wife, Lady Hampden, is seen starting the first train. This was the first Telpher line in England, an innovative means of transporting goods using an overhead electrically-powered wire. This one was used to transport gault clay. Date: 1885
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1885 Brand Ceremony Goods Hampden Lines Overhead System Wire Glynde
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This evocative photograph captures the historic moment as Lady Hampden, wife of the esteemed Lord Hampden, initiates the first journey on the innovative Telpher Line at Glynde in 1885. Situated near Lewes, the seat of the Ex-Speaker of the House of Commons, this groundbreaking transport system marked a new era in the efficient movement of goods. Lord Hampden, Henry Brand (1814-1892), stands proudly by his wife's side as they witness the first train in action. The Telpher Line, an early form of overhead electric transport, was a significant departure from traditional methods, employing an electrically-powered wire to move goods along a track. This particular line was instrumental in the transportation of gault clay. The ceremony held at Glynde showcases the excitement and curiosity surrounding this new technology, which was gaining popularity in Victorian England. The Telpher Line system, though not yet commercially widespread, represented a promising solution to the challenges of transporting heavy goods over long distances. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, revealing the intricacies of the overhead wire system and the determination of its pioneers to revolutionize the way goods were moved. The image also serves as a testament to the ingenuity and progressiveness of the Victorian era, where innovation and technological advancements were shaping the future.
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