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Advert, Laidlaw & Fairgrieve, Galashiels, Scotland
Advert for Laidlaw & Fairgrieve, Yarn Spinners, Ladhope Mills, Galashiels, Scotland.
1905
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Cheviot Chimney Galashiels Laidlaw Mills Saxony Souvenir Spinners Woollen Yarn Yarns
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Brighten someone's day with a piece of Scottish history! Our exclusive range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse features this charming advertisement for Laidlaw & Fairgrieve, Yarn Spinners of Ladhope Mills in Galashiels, Scotland. Dated back to 1905, this vintage image from Mary Evans Picture Library transports you back in time. Perfect for those with Scottish heritage or for anyone who appreciates the beauty of history, these cards add a unique touch to your messages of love, congratulations, or well wishes. Order now and let the past bring a smile to someone's face!
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph, taken in the year 1905, captures the bustling activity at Advert, Laidlaw & Fairgrieve's Ladhope Mills in the heart of Galashiels, Scotland. The image showcases the impressive industrial complex, with its towering chimney stack releasing plumes of smoke into the sky, a clear indication of the energy and productivity within. Laidlaw & Fairgrieve were renowned yarn spinners, contributing significantly to the thriving textile industry in the region. The company specialized in producing high-quality Saxony and Cheviot woollen yarns, which were in great demand during the Edwardian era. The photograph reveals the intricate process of yarn production, with workers diligently tending to the machinery and overseeing the spinning of raw materials into finished yarn. The Ladhope Mills, nestled amidst the picturesque Scottish landscape, represented the spirit of innovation and progress that characterized the early 1900s. This photograph serves as a fascinating snapshot of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the daily life and workings of a Scottish textile mill during a time when industry and tradition intertwined. The image, with its rich historical context, is an excellent addition to any collection focusing on Scottish trade, industry, or the Edwardian period. It is a testament to the enduring legacy of the textile industry in Scotland and the remarkable people who shaped its history.
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