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Kings Cross Rowton House - Dining Room Discussion
Men hold a discussion in the dining room at the Kings Cross Rowton House, London. The House was one of six large, low-cost hostels or doss-houses for working men opened in the capital by Lord Rowton (Montagu William Lowry Corry). Date: 1899
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1899 Capital Corry Dining Discussion Hold Hostels Low Cost Lowry Montagu Opened Rowton Childrens
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1. Title: A Serious Matter: Men's Discussion in the Dining Room at Kings Cross Rowton House, London (1899) In this evocative photograph, a group of working men are deeply engrossed in a discussion at the long, wooden table in the dining room of Kings Cross Rowton House, located in London. Established in 1899 by the philanthropist and businessman, Lord Montagu William Lowry Corry, the Rowton Houses were a series of six large, low-cost hostels designed to provide affordable accommodation for working men in the capital. This particular image, taken in 1899, captures a moment of camaraderie and community among the residents. The men, dressed in their work clothes and wearing serious expressions, lean forward, listening intently to each other. Their body language suggests an important and engaging conversation. The room itself is simple yet warm, with a fireplace in the background and children's toys scattered on a nearby table, hinting at the presence of families. The Rowton Houses were innovative for their time, offering clean, affordable lodgings and communal spaces for working men who struggled to find affordable housing in London. The dining room, where this photograph was taken, was a central hub of the house, where residents could gather, eat, and socialize. This image offers a glimpse into the daily lives of the men who called the Kings Cross Rowton House their home. Lord Rowton's philanthropic efforts extended beyond the Rowton Houses, as he also established a children's home on the same site. The combination of affordable housing and support for families made the Kings Cross Rowton House a vital resource for the working-class community in London during the late 19th century. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of community and the role that affordable housing can play in shaping people's lives.
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