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Edwin Ward Taxidermy
Henry Ward trained his two sons, Edwin and Rowland, in taxidermy, and both followed him into the trade. Edwin, the elder son, set up business on his own account in about 1865, initially at 11, Thayer Street, Manchester Square (not far from his father's premises); he moved the following year to 24, Wigmore Street (also close by). In 1870, he moved to 60, Wigmore Street, acquiring in addition 49, Wigmore Street shortly afterward. The latter became and remained his business address until his retirement in 1879. Edwin was the first member of the family to receive the patronage of the ... click for more
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