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Penlee stone quarry, Newlyn, Cornwall. Rock-boring machine driven by compressed air
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Penlee stone quarry, Newlyn, Cornwall. Rock-boring machine driven by compressed air
Penlee stone quarry, Newlyn, Cornwall. Rock-boring machine driven by compressed air drilling a hole for an explosive charge. The famous quarries near Newly, Cornwall, are meeting a heavy demand on account of the great quantities of road metal need throughout the country. 25th February 1923
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Newlyn
England
6459
Media ID 21831527
© Mirrorpix
1923 Coast Cornish Machinery Outdoors Quarries Quarry Stone Tarmac Boring Corwall Newlyn Quarryman
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Capturing the Industrial Might - Penlee Stone Quarry, Newlyn, Cornwall
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. This print from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to the early 20th century when Penlee Stone Quarry in Newlyn, Cornwall was at its peak. The image showcases a remarkable rock-boring machine driven by compressed air as it diligently drills a hole for an explosive charge. This powerful machinery played a crucial role in meeting the soaring demand for road metal throughout the country. The quarries near Newlyn were renowned for their exceptional quality stone and became instrumental in shaping Britain's infrastructure during this era. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time on February 25th, 1923, we are reminded of the immense efforts put forth by both man and machine to extract these valuable resources from Mother Earth. Against the backdrop of Cornwall's stunning coast, this photograph encapsulates not only the industrious spirit of that period but also pays homage to those hardworking quarrymen who tirelessly labored outdoors amidst rugged terrains. Their dedication ensured that tarmac would pave countless roads across the nation. Let us appreciate this historical gem captured by Daily Mirror and preserved by Memory Lane Prints—a testament to human ingenuity and determination that shaped our modern world.
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