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CWS Margarine Factory, Irlam, Manchester, probably 1920s
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CWS Margarine Factory, Irlam, Manchester, probably 1920s
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Coop Cooperative Manchester Margarine Movement Wholesale Irlam
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This vintage photograph depicts the CWS Margarine Factory in Irlam, Manchester, likely taken in the 1920s. The Cooperative Wholesale Society (CWS), a prominent British consumer cooperative, established this factory to produce and distribute margarine as an affordable alternative to butter for its members. The Edwardian and Victorian-era architecture of the factory is evident in the red-brick buildings with their tall chimneys, intricate detailing, and large windows. The scene is filled with a sense of industry and progress, as workers move about the grounds, some pushing handcarts laden with crates, while others operate machinery through open factory doors. The lantern slide, an early form of visual presentation, captures the bustling activity within the factory walls, with steam rising from the chimneys and the sun casting long shadows over the grounds. The CWS Margarine Factory in Irlam was a testament to the cooperative movement's commitment to providing essential goods to its members at affordable prices, while also promoting economic growth and employment opportunities in the community. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the cooperative spirit and the industrial might of Manchester during the early 20th century.
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