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Feb. 02, 1953 - Aftermath of The Essex Floods. Hanging Out Her Washing On The Houseboat. Mrs. Dorothy Prium and her son Kars were among the few people who remained at Canvey Island during the main evacuation. Mrs. Prium was responsible for saving many of her neighbours who took refuge on the houseboat on which she lives.. Keystone Photo Shows:- Mrs. Prium gets down to the job of washing her clothes - and is seen as she hangs them out to dry - at Canvey

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13163218
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46142185
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(c) Keystone Pictures USA/ZUMAPRESS.com/Mary Evans
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Aftermath Canvey Evacuation Floods Hangs Houseboat Kars Neighbours Refuge Remained Responsible Saving


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