London House, London Road: the Francis Family store
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| Area | Mitcham |
|---|---|
| Copyright 1 | Tom Francis |
| Picture Reference | Mit_8_1-50 |
| Original Format | Photo |
| Notes / History | Although not part of the Fair Green proper, this store was a popular part of the local shopping thoroughfare. the motto above the door read 'Shop for everything and everybody' and under the management of the Francis family, London House became a popular village emporium, selling an amazing variety of goods from clothing and boots, to household pots and pans, combs, toileties, basketry, fuel, garden tools, toys and cards. For a time it also housed a shoe repair service and in times of need, Mr Francis ran a soup kitchen for the benefit of the local community. |
