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The Illustrated London News at Milford Lane 1851
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The Illustrated London News at Milford Lane 1851
The Illustrated London News, a weekly news magazine, was published from 198 Strand on the corner with Milford Lane and as the paper expanded it acquired Milford House and other buildings in the lane. Date: 1851
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This photograph, taken in 1851, offers a glimpse into the bustling world of The Illustrated London News (ILN) at Milford Lane. The ILN, a groundbreaking weekly news magazine, was published at 198 Strand, with additional buildings, including Milford House, acquired in the lane as the paper expanded. The image showcases the impressive printing works, where the latest news and illustrations were brought to life. The scene is filled with the sights and sounds of the printing process. Large, steam-powered presses dominate the foreground, their massive flywheels turning steadily as they press ink onto paper. Workers, dressed in shirtsleeves and aprons, are busy at their stations, adjusting type and ink, or feeding paper into the presses. The air is thick with the scent of ink and the rhythmic clatter of machinery. A crowd gathers outside, peering in through the windows, no doubt eager to catch a glimpse of the latest news or perhaps to place an order for a copy of the paper. The excitement is palpable, and the energy is contagious. The ILN was a source of information and entertainment for the people of London and beyond, and the anticipation of a new issue was a weekly event. The corner of Milford Lane and Strand is a hive of activity, with advertisements for various businesses and services adorning the walls. The ILN's influence extended beyond its own publications, making it a significant hub of the 19th-century London publishing scene.
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