The Old Whip Brixton Prison with families watching

with families watching

is seen in winter with snow chains attached to the rear tyres

The new bridge being built over the River Lea

the criminal is able to take his ease at home and wait for a quieter time to return to business

The Old Whip Brixton Prison with families watching'The Old Whip', 1872. The Speaker of the House of Commons, Mr Denison, is seen on the occasion of his retirement. Newly created Viscount Ossington, he wears ermine and is depicted placing a crown atop his wig. His successor is the Hon Mr Henry Brand, a popular Whip, and confident he will be able to control proceedings in the House. From Punch, or the London Charivari, February 17, 1872.