Tag Archives: Dorset

The Hospitals Investigator 10

Posted on April 24, 2016 by

In January 1993 Robert Taylor wrote the tenth in his series of newsletters for the RCHME Hospitals Project team. The text below is primarily his, I have just updated the information in places and added the illustrations. At least two … Continue reading →

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Humphreys’ Hospitals

Posted on August 30, 2015 by

This post takes another look at prefabs and temporary buildings, following on from those featuring Doecker and Ducker. Perhaps the most prolific supplier and manufacturer in England was Humphreys of Knightsbridge.  It was Humphreys’ firm which, in 1907,  provided the wood … Continue reading →

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