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Two Post Office workers waiting for the mail train



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Two Post Office workers waiting for the mail train

Two Post Office workers waiting for the mail train at a lineside mailbag collection and drop-off point. In the background are railway lines, signals, and a goods train

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Conditions Drop Employment Goods Lines Mail Off Ice Point Postal Signal Signals Waiting Worker Workhouse 1902


12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print

Introducing the captivating "Two Post Office Workers Waiting for the Mail Train" canvas print from Media Storehouse, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time, with two dedicated postal workers poised at a lineside mailbag collection and drop-off point. Set against the backdrop of railway lines, signals, and a passing goods train, this captivating scene showcases the intricacies of postal delivery in a bygone era. Bring history into your home with this stunning, high-quality canvas print, perfect for adding character and depth to any room.

Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.

Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang

Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


EDITORS COMMENTS
Two Post Office Workers Waiting for the Mail Train: A Snapshot of Historical Postal Employment and Conditions (1902) This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the moment of anticipation as two postal workers wait for the mail train at a lineside mailbag collection and drop-off point. The scene transports us back to an Edwardian era, where the humdrum routine of postal work intertwined with the rhythm of the railway system. In the background, railway lines stretch out into the distance, punctuated by signals and a goods train. The workers, dressed in their postal uniforms, stand poised, their gazes fixed on the horizon, as they prepare to transfer mailbags from the train to the post office. The postal workers' attire - complete with caps, collared shirts, and trousers - speaks to the formal structure of their employment during this period. The lineside mailbag collection and drop-off point served as a crucial link in the postal communications network, ensuring the efficient delivery of mail across vast distances. This historical image offers a glimpse into the working conditions of the postal workforce during the early 1900s, a time when the postal service played a vital role in connecting communities and facilitating communication. The presence of the railway signals and goods train underscores the interconnectedness of the postal and railway systems, highlighting the importance of collaboration and coordination in ensuring the timely delivery of mail. This photograph provides a fascinating insight into the past, offering a unique perspective on the history of postal employment, work conditions, and the role of communications in shaping our world.

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