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School charwoman Mrs Mabel McKennas gets her first glimpse of the automatic school
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School charwoman Mrs Mabel McKennas gets her first glimpse of the automatic school
School charwoman Mrs Mabel McKennas gets her first glimpse of the automatic school cleaning equipment at Salford, Manchester.
July 1966
P005210
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21334812
© Mirrorpix
Cleaner Cleaning Domestic Life Housework Occupations Technology
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In this photo print, we witness a significant moment in the life of Mrs Mabel McKennas, the dedicated school charwoman. It is July 1966, and she stands before an intriguing sight at Salford, Manchester - her first encounter with the automatic school cleaning equipment. With a sense of wonderment mixed with curiosity visible on her face, Mrs McKennas embodies the hardworking spirit of countless women who tirelessly maintained cleanliness in schools during that era. This image captures not only her astonishment but also represents a pivotal shift in domestic life and education. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the transformative power of technology within our society. As we observe Mrs McKennas standing amidst this innovative machinery, it becomes evident that advancements were seeping into every aspect of daily life - even into traditionally laborious tasks such as cleaning. Beyond its historical significance lies another layer to this image: it symbolizes progress and empowerment for women like Mrs McKennas. In an era when gender roles were strictly defined, witnessing a woman engaging with cutting-edge technology within her occupation challenges societal norms. This snapshot from Memory Lane Prints transports us back to an era where housework was arduous yet essential work performed predominantly by women. It reminds us to appreciate those unsung heroes who contributed immensely to our educational institutions while adapting to changing times through technological innovations like these automatic cleaning machines.
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