A view of the Quay Penzance with the steamer Gallium having just unloaded a load of coal from Workington.
Large heap of coal and two carts, St Mary's church in the background.
The Queens Hotel Penzance decorated possibly Diamond Jubilee late 19th century Drews Serpentine Works. c. 1895. Wicker Invalid Chair Lady in Victorian Costume
The Richards Brothers Cyril Eddie and Reggie in Wartime uniform 1939-1945 Eddie was the main photgrapher, taking over the business after the death of their Father, William.
At the time this Liberian registered Oil Tanker was the largest shipwreck known and caused an environmental disaster to the Cornish coastline with pollution from it's cargo of crude oil, the effects of which are still felt today
The vessel on it's maiden voyage and the Penlee lifeboat which made a gallant attempt at rescue were lost with all hands on 1982-12-19 after a violent storm