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The Sale & Miss Abadam
The Sale & Miss Abadam. Details of the N.U.W.S.S Croydon Branch sale and afternoon tea with Dancing Entertainment, opened by Miss. Abadam (portrait adjacent). Date: 1909
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Adjacent Afternoon Croydon Details Nuwss Opened Sale Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Miss Rights
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This photograph captures the essence of a pivotal moment in the Women's Suffrage Movement, as evidenced by the advertisement for the N.U.W.S.S. (National Union of Women's Suffrage Societies) Croydon Branch sale and afternoon tea, held in 1909. The event, which featured dancing entertainment, was opened by the esteemed figure of the suffrage movement, Miss Abadam. Miss Abadam, whose portrait is adjacent to this image, was a prominent figure in the suffrage movement, using her influence and charisma to rally support for women's right to vote. The sale and afternoon tea were essential fundraising events for the N.U.W.S.S., which relied on the generosity and dedication of its members to further the cause. The atmosphere in the room is lively and jovial, with women dressed in their finest attire, engaged in animated conversation and enjoying the dancing entertainment. The presence of Miss Abadam, who is seen in her portrait with a determined expression and an air of authority, adds a sense of importance and gravity to the occasion. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a fascinating insight into the suffrage movement and the role that women played in shaping history. The N.U.W.S.S. and its branches, including the Croydon Branch, played a crucial part in the fight for women's suffrage, and events such as this sale and afternoon tea were essential in raising awareness and funds for the cause. The legacy of the suffragettes continues to inspire and influence women's rights activism to this day.
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