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Elstead Post Office - about 1945
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Elstead Post Office - about 1945
Interior view of the post office showing lady with weighing scales, vicar with rubber stamp and two customers.
George Garland Collection
West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N25587
West Sussex County Council Record Office contains a fascinating history of the county of West Sussex, England
Media ID 10849520
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This print takes us back in time to the year 1945, capturing a nostalgic glimpse into the interior of Elstead Post Office. The image showcases a bustling scene filled with characters that bring this historic moment to life. In the foreground, we see a lady diligently attending to her duties behind the counter, delicately weighing parcels on an antique set of scales. Her focused expression reveals her commitment to providing efficient service to the customers who await their turn patiently. To her left stands a distinguished figure - the local vicar - engaged in his own task. With a rubber stamp in hand, he appears to be meticulously marking documents or perhaps endorsing letters with his official seal. His presence adds an air of solemnity and respectability within these humble surroundings. Speaking of customers, two individuals can be spotted at different points within this charming post office. They represent everyday people going about their daily business; one is engrossed in conversation with another customer while awaiting their turn at the counter, while another seems lost deep in thought as they browse through various postal services available. The George Garland Collection has preserved this remarkable snapshot from West Sussex's history for future generations to appreciate and reflect upon. It serves as a reminder of simpler times when community members relied on small businesses like Elstead Post Office for their communication needs during the 1940s.
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