1909 Collection (page 100)

Trial Trip over London by John Duncan
A series of amusing silhouettes laid over various photographs of London showing a rather disastrous trial aerial trip over London. Date: 1909

Sports medal, Derbyshire Senior Shield
Sports medal of the Derbyshire Senior Shield, awarded to the runners up in the 1908-1909 season. A star-shaped medal featuring the Derby emblem of a deer in a park at the centre. Date: 1909

Swimming medal, Water Polo Championship
Medal of the Midland Counties Amateur Swimming Association, awarded to the runners up in the Water Polo Championship. Featuring an outdoor swimming scene with a lifebelt design below. Date: 1909

HMS Nubian, British destroyer, pre-WW1
HMS Nubian, British Tribal-class torpedo boat destroyer, launched 1909, served during the first part of the First World War, torpedoed during the Battle of Dover Strait (October 1916)

Stylish American woman in her finery
Stylish American woman in her finest clothing, emploring the intended recipient of this card to make sure they " Don t Forget The Date". Date: 1909

France - Striking Clockmakers
A group of striking clockmakers at Charquemont eat a communal meal at a girls school. Date: 1909

Jack Binns, wireless-telegraph operator
Jack Binns, the wireless-telegraph operator on the RMS Republic that sank after colliding with the SS Florida on 23rd January 1909, near Nantucket, Massachusetts

Russian brigands
A group of Russian brigands attack Luganski Monastry to steal precious icons. They retire after killing four people and losing four of their own men too. 1909

Boating on the River Thames, 1909
A group of happy boaters in the Edwardian era, waiting for the locks to open at Bourne End in Buckinghamshire as they row along the River Thames. Date: 1909

Aviation competition at Rheims, 1909, Farman, Latham & Paulh
Page from the Bystander reporting on the record flights made at Rheims Aviation Meeting in 1909. showing the winner, Henri Farman who flew 116 miles in 3 hours, 4 minutes

Players cigarettes advertisement featuring Mark Twain
Advertisement for Players Navy Cut Tobacco and cigarettes featuring American novelist, Mark Twain together with an endorsement of the beautifully cool and sweet smoking tobacco he has in his pipe

Royal Entrance, Imperial International Exhibition, London
View of the Royal Entrance to the Imperial International Exhibition, White City, West London. Date: 1909

Construction of a Dreadnought, 1909
Construction of one of the Eight dreadnoughts (battleships) being constructed in the early 20th century by the British. The first picture shows a 12 inch gun

Lord Kitchener made Military Admiral, 1909
Fascinating page from the Bystander showing a photograph of Lord Kitchener with critical editorial of his new position as Military Admiral which required him to travel hundreds of miles to inspect

Anarchy by H. M. Bateman
Anarchy, as imagined by a peaceful British humorist (H. M. Bateman) showing two mischievous rather than menacing anarchists with a large comedy style bomb which appears to dwarf them. Date: 1909

Alfred von Tirpitz, German Admiral
Alfred von Tirpitz (1849-1930), German Admiral, seen here in uniform, sitting in a chair. He also served as State Secretary of the Imperial German Navy (1889-1919). Date: circa 1909

Fruit Shop selling Melons, dates and apples - Georgia Date: 1909

Hubert Latham at Rheims, 1909 - the Bird Man in Full Flight
Hubert Latham, pioneering French aviator seen in his bird like Antoinette monoplane at Reims in 1909. Latham recorded the second longest flight at the event, Henri Farman the longest. Date: 1909

Schoolboy in his Sunday dress
A Westminster schoolboy in his Sunday dress Date: 1909

Pilgrimage at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Cinci
The annual pilgrimage to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Cincinnati showing pilgims ascending the many steps up to the church

Churchill present at German manoeuvres
German army manoeuvres at which Winston Churchill was present in 1909. Churchill was on holiday in Marienbad when he attended the manoeuvres

Taking a Hot Sulphur Bath at Baden, Germany Date: 1909

X-ray of elephant to locate a diamond ring
In an effort to locate a diamond ring worth $450, three expert X-ray operators and four trained elephant attendants worked a whole day photographing by X-ray process the whole interior of

Officer Training Corps at Camp, 1909
Public schoolboys at Farnborough on an Officer Training Corps camp. From top, Charterhouse boys marching back to camp, rifles held upright

Admiral Fisher and Admiral Beresford, British Navy
Admiral Fisher (left) and Admiral Beresford (right), of the British Navy. There was a lengthy dispute between them, as Fisher wished to reform

Municipal Ferry Boat, New York City, USA
Municipal Ferry Boat from Queens to Manhattan, New York City, USA Date: 1909

Inauguration of Postal Union Statue
A postcard from 1909 to commemorate the inauguration the monument " Around the World", by French sculptor RenÚáñe Saint-Marceaux, on October 4, 1909, in the Kleine Schanze park

The Hat of 1909
A woman named Marguerite in the fashionable hat for 1909 - a large creation with a broad brim & a high crown adorned with pink roses. Date: 1909

Car Chasses Carriage
At Charpennes, France, a thief hi-jacks the carriage of M. Rodarie, who gets a motorist to pursue the robber : after a long chase, involving pistol shots, the thief is stopped. Date: 1909

Coquelin(A) / Precieuses
CONSTANT COQUELIN Aine (elder) French actor in Molieres Les Precieuses Ridicules Date: 1841 - 1909

Worcester Cathedral 1909
Worcester Cathedral, viewed from across the water Date: 1909

Trade / Store Catalogue
Kodak cameras from the photographic department. Date: 1909

Signalman Bayliss stands by his levers in the signal box at Haverstock Hill, London. Date: 1909

The Golden Bird 1909
The Prince rides on the foxs back. Date: 1909

Harvesting in Algeria
ALGIERS - in this far off country of Northern Africa both the primitive and modern methods of harvesting are often found in the same field Date: 1909

Massenet / Fantasio 1909
JULES MASSENET French composer: a satirical view Date: 1842 - 1912

Latham / Antoinette
The Antoinette monoplane, designed by Levavasseur, in which English aviator Hubert Latham twice tries to fly the English Channel, being forced to ditch on both occasions. Date: July 1909

Gobron Voisin Biplane
French aviator Jean Gobron in the pilots seat ( poste de direction ) of his Voisin biplane, one of many Voisins built in 1909 : Gobron flew his at Mourmelon and Reims. Date: 1909

Exhibition Drummer
A woman dressed as a drummer for the Womens Exhibition & Sale of Works in the Colours held at the Princes Skating Rink, Knightsbridge. Date: 13 - 26 May 1909

Farman 1909 Biplane
Henry Farmans Model III biplane Date: 1909

David Niven / Rko Radio
DAVID NIVEN British film actor Date: 1909 -

Majorca / Soller 1909
Majorca: countryside at Soller Date: 1909

Lady Goes Shopping
A lady goes shopping and comes home with one very small parcel Date: 1909

Croiset - 1
Dutch clairvoyant, shown here working in his home at Utrecht, 1963 Date: 1909 - 1980

Cordelia in King Lear
Portrait of Cordelia Date: 1909

Cody Biplane 1909
Colonel Cody and his biplane at a French aviation meeting Date: 1909

Michael Arthur Bass
MICHAEL ARTHUR BASS Heir to the great brewery. Date: 1837 - 1909

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Step back in time to the eventful year of 1909, where history unfolded and remarkable moments left their mark. Suffragette Cat Scratch and Fight Police: A symbol of women's fight for equality, suffragettes bravely challenged authority. Suffragette Board Game PANK-A-SQUITH: Engaging minds with a playful twist, this board game empowered players to navigate the political landscape of gender rights. Shackleton/Wild/Adams: Brave explorers who ventured into the unknown, defying nature's harshest conditions. Wonderland at Revere Beach, Massachusetts, USA: An enchanting amusement park that delighted visitors with thrilling rides and magical attractions. Forbes Field in Pittsburgh: Witnessed legendary baseball games that captivated fans' hearts and showcased athletic prowess. View of Tulloch Castle, Scotland with pipers: A picturesque scene capturing Scottish heritage through haunting melodies played by skilled bagpipers. Saffron Walden/1909: This quaint town nestled in England exuded charm while embracing progress amidst changing times. Native American/Geronimo:The indomitable spirit of Geronimo resonated as he fought valiantly against oppression. The Mother:A powerful literary masterpiece by Maxim Gorky depicting the struggles faced by working-class families during this era. Errol Flynn/Robin Hood:The dashing Errol Flynn brought Robin Hood to life on screen captivating audiences worldwide. Errol Flynn/Warner:A collaboration between Errol Flynn and Warner Bros. , paving the way for iconic films that would define an era. Berne Tavern Hotel, Berea, Kentucky USA:A historic landmark offering warm hospitality since 1909, a testament to enduring traditions.