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F Rush newsagent, Paradise Street, Marylebone, London
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F Rush newsagent, Paradise Street, Marylebone, London
F Rush newsagent, tobacconist and confectioner, Paradise Street (now Moxon Street), off Marylebone High Street, London, with staff and customers posing outside.
circa 1920
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the bustling atmosphere of F Rush newsagent, tobacconist, and confectioner on Paradise Street, off Marylebone High Street, London, in the 1920s. The exterior of the shop is adorned with eye-catching signs for Cadbury and Rowntree chocolates, pastilles, and tobacco, drawing in customers from the bustling street. In the scene, a group of staff and customers pose proudly outside the shop. A man in a suit and trilby hat stands confidently, his arm resting on the shop counter. He is flanked by two women in aprons and pinafores, their faces beaming with pride. Another man, wearing a coat and holding a cigarette, stands casually to the side. The shop window displays an array of goods, from jars of sweets and confectionery to tobacco and pipes. The scene exudes a sense of community and camaraderie, with the staff and customers appearing to share a moment of celebration. Despite the joyful atmosphere, the era was not without its challenges. The First World War had ended just a few years prior, and the 1920s were a time of great social and economic change. Yet, in this moment, the people of Marylebone come together to enjoy the simple pleasures of life. F Rush newsagent, tobacconist, and confectioner was a beloved institution in the community, providing essential goods and a place for connection and conversation. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, capturing the spirit of a time when the world seemed just a little bit smaller and more connected.
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