Despatching the needles to all parts of the world.
1) The ‘Rusty’ Warehouse. Shown is Miss Deakin (born in 1877) and who joined the Company in 1928. 1947
2) The ‘Bright’ Warehouse. Shown are Mrs Jackson, Iris Pinfold, Mrs I Rogers, Jessie Blick and Mrs A Rogers. 1947
3) A portrait of Ernest Harris, head of the Despatch department, who joined the Company in 1921. The package that Ernest is holding is being sent to F W Woolworth, Victoria Street, in the centre of Derby. It probably contained their own brand of ‘Woolco’ needles. 1950
4) A portrait of Mrs Hudson, Forewoman of the Warehouse. Mrs Hudson joined the Company in 1935. 1950
5) Loading up. Shown are Jack Harris and Ernie Twigg. Note the destination of Sydney, Australia, on the packing case. 1954