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Meeting at the Guildhall on Behalf of the Jews in Russia, 18
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Meeting at the Guildhall on Behalf of the Jews in Russia, 18
Engraving showing a meeting held at the Guidhall, London, in 1890 to raise funds on behalf of Russian Jews. The prominent figures shown are (from left to right): Baroness Burdett-Coutts; the Duchess of Westminster; the Bishop of Ripon (standing); the Duke of Westminster; Sir J. Pease; the Lord Mayor of London; the Lady Mayoress; Rev. Dr H. Adler; the Earl of Meath; Sir J. Simon; Sir R. Fowler; Mr H J Atkinson; the Dean of Westminster and the Rev. H.P. Hughes
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Adler Atkinson Baroness Behalf Bishop Burdett Coutts Dean Duchess Figures Fowler Funds Guild Hall Held Hughes Mayor Mayoress Meath Meeting Pease Prominent Raise Ripon Shown Simon Westminster
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Meeting at the Guildhall on Behalf of the Russians Jews, 1890: A Gathering of Prominent Figures in Support of a Cause This engraving depicts a significant meeting held at the Guildhall in London on the 7th of March, 1890. The gathering was convened to raise funds on behalf of the persecuted Jews in Russia. The image showcases a diverse group of influential individuals, all united in their humanitarian efforts. From left to right, we see the Baroness Burdett-Coutts, a philanthropist and social reformer. Next to her stands the Duchess of Westminster, followed by the Bishop of Ripon, who is shown standing. The Duke of Westminster is seated, with Sir J. Pease, the Lord Mayor of London, and his Lady Mayoress, Rev. Dr H. Adler, the Earl of Meath, Sir J. Simon, Sir R. Fowler, Mr H J Atkinson, the Dean of Westminster, and the Rev. H.P. Hughes. The Duke of Westminster, an influential nobleman, chaired the meeting. The Duke's presence lent significant weight to the cause, attracting the attention and support of other high-ranking individuals. The Bishop of Ripon, an influential religious leader, spoke passionately about the plight of the Russian Jews, urging the attendees to contribute generously. The Earl of Meath, Sir J. Simon, Sir R. Fowler, and Mr H J Atkinson were all prominent political figures, while the Rev. Dr H. Adler and the Rev. H.P. Hughes were religious leaders. Baroness Burdett-Coutts, a leading philanthropist, played a crucial role in organizing the event and raising awareness about the issue. The gathering at the Guildhall was an important moment in history, demonstrating the power of collective action and the compassion of influential individuals in addressing social injustices. The funds raised during this meeting went towards providing relief to the suffering Jews in Russia, offering a glimmer of hope in a time of darkness.
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