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Mobile Office for Collecting Electricity Dues A car is used as a mobile office for
Mobile Office for Collecting Electricity Dues
A car is used as a mobile office for collecting electricity dues within the rural district of Dartford, Kent.
Once a month it tours the outlying villages to save the debtors a long bus ride to the head office - or at least, a cheque and a 2 1/2d stamp!
Farningham, 30th August 1948
TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras
Media ID 10990428
© John Topham / TopFoto
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the office to the field with our stunning Mobile Office for Collecting Electricity Dues poster print from TopFoto. This captivating image showcases a car transformed into a mobile office, serving the rural district of Dartford, Kent. The innovative use of technology and resourcefulness is sure to inspire and ignite conversation in any workspace. Elevate your office décor with this thought-provoking and visually striking addition to your collection from Media Storehouse's range of poster prints.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print captures a unique solution to collecting electricity dues in the rural district of Dartford, Kent. In 1948, a car was transformed into a mobile office, serving as a convenient payment center for the local residents. The car would tour the outlying villages once a month, providing an alternative to debtors who would otherwise have to endure long bus rides to reach the head office. The image showcases the importance of accessibility and convenience in ensuring timely payments. Instead of requiring debtors to travel great distances or rely on postal services, this innovative approach brought the collection process directly to their doorstep. It is worth noting that this service aimed not only at saving time but also reducing costs by eliminating the need for postage fees. The photograph features Farningham village on August 30th, 1948 – capturing an era when technology was limited compared to today's standards. This creative use of resources demonstrates how communities adapted and found practical solutions within their means. While it remains unclear which company operated this mobile office or whether it had any commercial affiliation, what shines through is its commitment towards customer satisfaction and efficient service delivery.
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