Packers Collection

Champion Six-horse team of Wilson & Co. Meat Packers
The Internationally acclaimed Six-horse Champion Clydesdale team of Wilson & Co. Meat Packers, Chicago. The team appeared in every performance of the Wings of the Century pageant at A Century of

Scottish fisher girls (herring gutters and packers), Great Yarmouth, early 1900s

Stationery, Sid Jelks Furnishing and Removal
Stationery, Sid Jelks, House Furnisher and Removal Contractor, Seven Kings, Essex

Poster advertising Heart of the Klondike by Scott Marble, 1897 (colour litho)
1199905 Poster advertising Heart of the Klondike by Scott Marble, 1897 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

On the Way to Klondike, Packers fording a River on the Overland Route to the Gold-Fields (litho)
1597915 On the Way to Klondike, Packers fording a River on the Overland Route to the Gold-Fields (litho) by McCormick, Arthur David (1860-1943) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Herrings and packers at Gorleston, Norfolk (chromolitho)
6031736 Herrings and packers at Gorleston, Norfolk (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Herrings and packers at Gorleston, Norfolk)

Orange Packing at Redlands, California, USA. After a photo-chromolithograph by an unidentified photographer, published circa 1899 by the Detroit Photographic Co; Redlands, California

The Harbour, St Ives, Cornwall
The Harbour, St Ives, near Camborne, Cornwall, England. Showing Fish Packers Date: 1920s

Packers ascending summit of Chilkoot Pass, Alaska, USA
Packers ascending the summit of Chilkoot Pass, Alaska, USA, important during the Klondike Gold Rush. Date: 1890s

Packing Tea in India - Indian Tea Association. Date: circa 1910s

Fowler Brothers Limited Liverpool and New York. Pork packers and lard refiners

Butchers delight. Date c1887 Mar. 15

Halstead & Co. beef & pork Packers, Lard Refiners & Co. Halstead & Co. beef & pork Packers, Lard Refiners & Co

The real packingtown - if you let the packers tell it. Illustration shows a vignette cartoon about the meat packing industry showing how livestock is treated before being slaughtered

Packing Lettuces
Workers packing early lettuces in a market garden greenhouse in Essex, England. Date: 1930s

Fishmarket - Lowestoft
Lowestoft, Suffolk - The fishmarket

Goodall, Backhouse & Co
Packing the Hassall Food at Messrs Goodall, Backhouse and Cos manufactory, no doubt located somewhere in Yorkshire

Port Sunlight Brochure
The front cover of a brochure describing PORT SUNLIGHT with emphasis on working conditions and the many services provided for the workers from Soap Packers to Engine Drivers

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"Packers: Masters of Efficiency and Tradition" In the world of hard work and dedication, they have always held a special place. From the Champion Six-horse team of Wilson & Co. Meat Packers to the Scottish fisher girls who skillfully gutted and packed herring, these individuals exemplify resilience and precision in their craft. The Champion Six-horse team of Wilson & Co. Meat Packers stands as a testament to the strength and unity required in this profession. These mighty animals, guided by skilled handlers, effortlessly transported loads with unwavering determination. Their synchronized movements showcased the harmonious relationship between man and beast, creating an awe-inspiring spectacle. Meanwhile, on distant shores, Scottish fisher girls honed their expertise as herring gutters and packers. With nimble fingers that danced across slippery scales, they swiftly prepared these precious catches for market. Their tireless efforts ensured that every herring was meticulously cleaned and packaged with utmost care – a tradition passed down through generations. These Scottish fisher girls embodied both strength and grace as they tirelessly worked under challenging conditions. Rain or shine, they stood steadfastly at their stations along the docks - a symbol of perseverance amidst adversity. Beyond their physical prowess lies an unbreakable bond among packers worldwide – an unspoken understanding that transcends language barriers or cultural differences. They share a common goal: to efficiently prepare goods for transport while maintaining quality standards. Whether it be packing meat or preparing seafood delicacies like herring, these dedicated individuals are guardians of freshness and preservation techniques handed down over centuries. They ensure that products reach consumers' tables in optimal condition – ready to be savored by families around the globe. So let us celebrate packers - unsung heroes whose meticulous work often goes unnoticed but is essential for our daily lives. Through their unwavering commitment to excellence, they remind us all that true mastery lies not only in skillful execution but also in the preservation of tradition.