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Advert from the National Savings Committee 1945
Rhyme and reason. Sing a song of spare cash, a song to make you sigh; Four and twenty shillings spent on a buy. When the buy was open the bug began to sing Wasn t that a lot to pay for such a foolish thing. Buy National Saving Certificates.
1945
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Media ID 14127762
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1945 Bond Bonds Buying Cash Certificates Committee Devil Difficulties Effort Money Needed Overcome Save Saving Savings Spare Spending Squander
21"x7" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This captivating advertisement from the Illustrated London News Ltd, dated 1945, showcases the classic charm of the National Savings Committee campaign. Sing along to the jingle of yesteryears, "A song of spare cash, a song to make you sigh," as you ponder the modest investment of 'four and twenty shillings' in this timeless piece. Let the nostalgic melody of this Mary Evans Print from Mary Evans Prints Online resonate in your home, adding a touch of history and character to your space. Experience the allure of the past with our Fine Art Prints collection.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 36.3cm (7" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 33cm x 68.6cm (13" x 27")
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.
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In the heart of the 1940s, amidst the backdrop of wartime hardships and rationing, a simple yet compelling call to action echoed through the land. "Sing a song of spare cash," the National Savings Committee urged, "a song to make you sigh." With the promise of a worthwhile buy, the committee's advertisement from 1945 captured the attention of the weary public. Four and twenty shillings, a modest sum by today's standards, was all it took to make a difference. When the buy was open, the bug of frugality began to sing, reminding citizens that they could overcome the difficulties of wartime spending and contribute to a greater cause. The buy, of course, was not a frivolous purchase but an investment in National Saving Certificates. These bonds offered a sense of security, a beacon of hope in uncertain times. The devil of squandered cash could be kept at bay with a small yet deliberate effort. The government's call to save was not a new one. Since the onset of World War II, the National Savings Committee had been urging the public to dig deep and contribute to the war effort. The buy, the advertisement assured, was not a foolish thing but a necessary one. The advertisement, published in the Illustrated London News, was a testament to the power of words and the importance of saving. It spoke to the spirit of the home front, a spirit of resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The buy, the committee emphasized, was a small price to pay for the peace and security of a post-war world. So, let us join in the chorus, "Sing a song of spare cash," and heed the call to save. The buy may be small, but the impact is immeasurable. Together, we can overcome the difficulties of wartime spending and contribute to a brighter future.
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