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  • This shocking machine was apparently so hot that the scalp had to be protected by rubber pads. Those who wished to wave their hair had to follow these instructions: 1. Place the rubber pads on the head. 2. Attach the curlers. 3. Light the heater and steam the hair. 4. Remove the equipment and admire the waves.
'Ewgene' permanent waving machine, used in Chepstow hairdressers, c. 1940
  • In October 1859, the British Isles were struck by a fierce hurricane. Within two days, no fewer than 133 ships were sunk and about 800 lives were lost. The 'Royal Charter', a 2,700 tonne steam clipper that sailed between Australia and Liverpool, was among the ships that were lost during the hurricane. It had nearly reached the end of its long journey from Melbourne to Liverpool, when it fell into difficulties of the coast of Anglesey. More than 400 people were killed in the storm and a cargo of gold from Australia valued at about
Tortoise-shell comb from the 'Royal Charter', shipwrecked off the coast of Anglesey in 1859
Ogee stropper from Henry Jenkins hairdressers, Cardigan, mid-20th century
A selection of razors from Henry Jenkins hairdressers, Cardigan, mid-20th century
Hairdryer from Henry Jenkins hairdressers, Cardigan, mid-20th century
  • It is believed that this brush was used for a particular male hairstyle worn by Fred Astaire.
Brush from Henry Jenkins hairdressers, Cardigan, mid-20th century