London Road, Mitcham: Shops.
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| Area | Mitcham |
|---|---|
| Picture Reference | Mit_Work_Industry_40-1 |
| Original Format | Photo |
| Notes / History | The shops in the picture are occupied by Angus & Read and William Pugh. They are located just south of The White Hart public house .This type of shop/house were common in Mitcham having been created by the adaptation of former private houses. According to Tom Francis there was a toy shop at one time and later Sam Turner a boot maker, who made boots for the Australian cricketers who visited Mitcham for practice. During the Second World War they were occupied by the National Fire Service. |
