B/W print; Interior view of proposed Amersham [Metropolitan] line stock at Acton Works showing transverse seating by Topical Press, 24 August 1944

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Reference number	1998/66252
Description	Interior view of proposed Amersham [Metropolitan] line stock at Acton Works showing transverse seating, covered with moquette designed by Marion Dorn [Caledonian pattern], and overhead luggage racks. The gangway at the side of the seats is also evident, as is the connecting door to the next carriage. The upper part of the push-button operated sliding entrance/exit doors can be seen on the left.
Photographer	Topical Press
Dates	24 Aug 1944
Collection	Photographs
Object type	B/w print
Photograph number	U36088
Location	Acton Depot
Topics	Underground trains
Completeness	58% 58% ?

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  Attribute	Value
  Text	Advert: Sharpes The Word For Toffee. "Necessity" the word for travel. Is your journey really necessary? Advert: What the situation needs...Guinness Advert: Oxo Sign: Push to Open

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  Attribute	Value
  Shot	medium interior

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  Role	Person(s) involved
  Photographer	Topical Press, 24 Aug 1944

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  Location	Bollo Lane Ealing W4