John Passmore Edwards
Camberwell Free Library
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The London Argus of 11 April 1903, gave this account to the building of the Passmore Edwards, Camberwell, Library. Camberwell's
New Library and Baths. At an early date an interesting addition will be made to the public institutions of South London, in the shape of a handsome block of buildings in Wells-street, Camberwell, comprising under one roof a public library and baths and washhouses. Erected from designs by Mr Maurice B Adams, FRIBA, of Clement's House, Clement's Inn passage, Strand, WC, the structure is a striking example of the effective application of artistic principles to the practical requirements of everyday life. It is also interesting as an embodiment of the modern public spirit, which is covering local London with institutions designed to minister to the comfort and welfare of the inhabitants. |
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| The site- a very fine one- was given by Lord Llangattock, and the cost of the building was borne by Mr Passmore Edwards, who had previously distinguished himself by presenting the public with the public libraries at Dulwich and Nunhead, as well as the Leighton memorial Institute and the art gallery in the Peckham Road. | ||
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foundation stone of the building was laid, with considerable ceremony
in the presence of the Lord Mayor and the Sheriffs, by Lady Llangattack
on July 25th 1901. Following the stone laying there was a reception
in the evening by the Mayor (Mr Matthew Wallace, CC) and the Mayoress. The general view of the new buildings given on this page will convey a good impression of their character. By the arrangements made a maximum of light is secured for the library, which of course, stands most in need of it. |
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© Dean Evans 2004
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July 4, 2007
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