Newtown Free Library, 1903

Description

A picture postcard of the Free Library with the 'Owen Memorial' wing in Newtown, Montgomeryshire which was opened in 1903. The pioneering social reformer Robert Owen, who was born in Newtown, fought for better conditions and access to education for working people.

Owner:
Powysland Museum & Montgomery Canal Centre
Creator:
Park of Newtown (publisher)
License information:
Reproduced by permission of Powysland Museum & Montgomery Canal Centre
All Rights Reserved
Copyright Details:
Powysland Museum & Montgomery Canal Centre 2003
Publisher Ref:
GTJ61559
Item uploaded:
17/2/2010
Date originally created:
1903
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1533
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