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H. T. P. & Company Ltd.s jubilee float advertising The Village Smithy by Geo. Drew, Princes Street, Truro, Cornwall. 1897
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H. T. P. & Company Ltd.s jubilee float advertising The Village Smithy by Geo. Drew, Princes Street, Truro, Cornwall. 1897
Horse drawn float decorated to celebrate Queen Victorias diamond jubilee. " Heres a oss, who will shoe it? Georgie Drews the man to do it! He gets his nails - the best - you see, from the Cornish agents H.T.P.". Photographer: Argall
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This print from 1897 showcases H. T. P. & Company Ltd. 's jubilee float, a magnificent horse-drawn carriage adorned with vibrant decorations to commemorate Queen Victoria's diamond jubilee. The focal point of the float is a charming representation of "The Village Smithy" by Geo. Drew, located on Princes Street in Truro, Cornwall. Intriguingly, the caption accompanying this historical snapshot humorously exclaims: "Heres a oss, who will shoe it? Georgie Drews the man to do it! He gets his nails - the best - you see, from the Cornish agents H. T. P". This clever rhyme highlights George Drew's expertise as a skilled blacksmith while subtly promoting H. T. P. , presumably a supplier of high-quality materials for craftsmen like him. The image transports us back in time to witness an extraordinary celebration that marked sixty years of Queen Victoria's reign. Amidst all the festivity and grandeur surrounding this royal event, we catch a glimpse of everyday life in Truro—a bustling town where artisans like George Drew played an integral role in shaping their community. Photographed by Argall—an artist whose lens captured significant moments throughout Cornwall—this picture encapsulates not only history but also pride in local craftsmanship and heritage. As we admire this remarkable scene frozen in time, let us appreciate the dedication and skill displayed by individuals like George Drew and acknowledge their contribution to our shared cultural tapestry.
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