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This photograph shows the old MPH building, located at the corner of Stamford Road and Armenian Street and built in 1908. The red and white building is of Edwardian commercial street style with plain decorative patterns and simple ornamental designs. It houses several various retail shops now. Title devised by Library staff.
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