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William Noble C1878
WILLIAM NOBLE Temperance advocate who, following Francis Murphy in the U.S. introduced the Blue Ribbon movement to Britain. Date: circa 1878
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1878 Advocate Bowtie Francis Introduced Movement Murphy Noble Ribbon Smart Temperance C1878
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph from the late 19th century, William Noble (1838-1915) is depicted as a distinguished and passionate temperance advocate. Dressed in a smart, well-tailored jacket and a bowtie, Noble exudes an air of authority and dedication to his cause. The year is estimated to be around 1878, a time when the temperance movement was gaining significant momentum both in the United States and in Europe. William Noble is particularly noteworthy for his role in introducing the Blue Ribbon movement to Britain. This movement, which originated in the United States thanks to the efforts of Francis Murphy, aimed to promote abstinence from alcohol through the wearing of a blue ribbon as a symbol of commitment. Noble, who was deeply influenced by Murphy's work, brought this powerful symbol to the shores of Britain and helped to establish the Temperance Movement in the country. The temperance movement was a social and political crusade aimed at reducing the consumption of alcohol, particularly among the working classes. The movement believed that excessive drinking was a major contributor to poverty, crime, and social problems, and that abstinence was the key to improving individual and societal well-being. Noble and his followers were instrumental in lobbying for the introduction of laws that restricted the sale and consumption of alcohol, and they also established numerous organizations and institutions to support those seeking to live alcohol-free lives. This photograph of William Noble is a testament to the passion and determination of the temperance movement and the important role that individuals can play in shaping social and political change. It is a powerful reminder of the enduring impact of this movement on the history of Britain and the world.
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