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ca. 1905
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The Moore Market
The market was opened in 1900, has a frontage of 350 feet and a depth of 242 feet. Here takes place practically all the early morning marketing of Madras.
22.
Chepauk Palace
On the death of the last Nawab of the Carnatic this fine old palace, built in the Moorish style, became Government property, and is now occupied as the Beard of Revenue Offices.
23.
The Victoria Public Hall
The Town Hall was erected in 1887 for the benefit of the public, irrespective of caste or creed.
24.
The Madras Club
This Club enjoys the reputation of being one of the best in India.
25.
The Banqueting Hall, Government House
The Hall was built by Lord Clive's Government to commemorate the overthrow of Tippoo Sahib at Seringapatam in 1799. It is the scene of H.E. the Governor's State Balls, Receptions, &c.
26.
The Madras Boat Club
A favourite resort of the European community, on the Adyar River.
27.
The High Courts
An extensive and imposing building of red brick. The lighthouse above the central dome has replaced the now dismantled lighthouse tower seen on the right.
28.
Head-quarters of the Madras Volunteer Guards
This, the oldest Volunteer Corps in India, was raised in 1857, and now numbers over 1,200 strong.
29.
The Port Trust Office
One of the buildings in the First Line Beach, behind which lies one of the largest cities in Asia.
30.
Statue of Sir Thomas Munro, Governor of Madras, 1820-1827.
This Statue, by Chantrey, which stands in Mount Road, is perhaps the best known landmark in Madras.
31.
The Senate House
A handsome building of considerable architectural pretensions near the sea-face.
32.
Armenian Street, George Town
A portion of the business part of Madras, within the old city limits.
33.
A glimpse of the General Hospital from Coonoor
This picture shows but a very small portion of this immense Hosptial.
34.
The Statue of the King
Situated opposite the Gates of Government House in Mount Road.
35.
A view of the roofs of George Town
One of the most densely populated portions of the City.
36.
The Adyar River
A typical scene upon this beautiful river.
37.
A familiar Beach Scene
Catamaran men preparing to launch.
38.
A Palm Grove at Chetput
Chetput is a picturesque residential suburb of Madras.
39.
Dhobies at Work at Saidape
This is the principal centre of the clothes-wrecking industry of the neighbourhood.
40.
Teams of Bullocks Ploughing at Adyar
A typical scene of charming Adyar.
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