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Ruth Belville, the "Greenwich Time Lady" (2022)

throw0101b Sunday, March 09, 2025
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The article discusses the life of Ruth Belville, a woman who became known as the 'Greenwich Time Lady' in 19th century London. She earned a living by selling the accurate time, which she obtained from the Royal Observatory, to businesses and individuals who needed precise timekeeping.
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