1935 Collection

Gran pops Shadow Show by Lawson Wood
Three little monkeys chuckle with glee as Gran pop, the orang utan character created by artist Lawson Wood entertains them with a shadow puppet show. Date: 1935

The Flying Scotsman
The London and North Eastern Railways Flying Scotsman express, hauled by the 4-6-2 Pacific Papyrus locomotive

Southern Railway Express
A Southern Railway express is hauled by a West Country locomotive

THE MARX BROTHERS, 1935. Some of the ships crew join the Marx Brothers in their cabin in A Night at the Opera, 1935

Advert / Mumms Champagne
Mumms Cordon Rouge Champagne

Elvis Presley / Guitar
ELVIS PRESLEY American pop singer, guitarist and actor in musical films, seen here with his guitar

Normandie Poster
Poster emphasising the great size of the French transatlantic liner at Le Havre - dwarfing even the New York skyline !

Pitt Stadium, University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Aerial view of the Pitt Stadium, University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, full of spectators, with a football game taking place. Date: 1935

Elsa Lanchester in James Whales Bride of Frankenstein (1935)
Elsa Lanchester in Bride of Frankenstein (1935)

Auguste Escoffier
AUGUSTE ESCOFFIER French Chef. Director of Kitchen for many large Hotels. Known for his culinary innovations

1935 Kings Silver Jubilee Fleet Review
A panoramic view showing the berthing arrangements made for the Review of the Fleet at Spithead by King George V to celebrate his Silver Jubilee

Jiddu Krishnamurti
Indian spiritual teacher, Jiddu Krishnamurti (1895-1985)

The Royal Aberdeen Golf Club by Mel
Caricature of members of the Royal Aberdeen Golf Club at Balgownie, formed in 1780. Members featured nclude Dr R. S. Clark, who was with Shackleton on the Endurance

Seagers Gin Advert
A red-headed woman in a fetching pink party dress gets into the party spirit by mixing some cocktails with Seagers Gin

Boris Karloff in James Whales Bride of Frankenstein (1935)
Boris Karloff in Bride of Frankenstein (1935)

THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL One of the greatest of best- sellers, the cover shows Leslie Howard in the best of the film versions, produced in 1935

Rainbow Falls, near Hilo, Hawaii, USA. Date: 1935

Royal crowns and sceptre
Symbols of imperial Majesty: St Edwards Crown, with 444 precious stones, remains one of the senior Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom, being the official coronation crown

City Hall, Belfast, by Floodlight (1935). Macklin, Thomas Eyre 1867-1943. Date: 1935

Imperial Airways Poster, flights to Australia
Imperial Airways Poster, advertising flights to Australia taking ten and a half days. 1935

Royal Air Force Display Poster, Hendon, showing a stylised biplane in flight. 1935

BBC 1935
Spread from Radio Pictorial Annual showing the British Broadcasting Centre including the interior with the vaudeville studio, the gramaphone effects studio, concert hall, council chamber

French Line CGT Poster showing the Normandie cruise ship travelling from Southampton to New York, advertising an express luxury service on both the Ile de France and the Normandie

Elsa Lanchester in James Whales Bride of Frankenstein (1935)
Elsa Lanchester in Bride of Frankenstein (1935)

Writing / Shorthand Pitman
Shorthand writing: an example of Pitmans system, boasting that Fortune magazine has gained over 100, 000 subscribers in five short years

Hollow Earth
THE HOLLOW EARTH Neuperts model

Queen Mary of Teck (1867 - 1953), consort to King George V of Britain. Wearing high diamond neck choker and tiara Date: 1935

An Alligator - all dressed up to meet you in Florida, USA. Date: 1935

Advertisement for Hotel du Cap D Antibes
Advertisement for the Hotel du Cap D Antibes at Eden Roc, Antibes on the French Riviera, showing sunbathers and swimmers enjoying the flat rocks that act as such a sun trap for sun worshippers

Illustration, Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson -- The building of Saltash Bridge. Date: 1935

Gelli coalmine, Rhondda, South Wales
View of the Gelli coalmine, Rhondda, South Wales. Date: 1935

The Kino Cinema, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
The Kino Cinema in Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. This was the towns first cinema. Cycle racks for the use of patrons were a feature. circa 1935

Sheffield Wednesday Cup Final Team 1935
Group photo, Sheffield Wednesday Cup Final Team, 27 April 1935. Back row: Irwin (Trainer), Sharp, Millership, Nibloe, Brown, Catlin, Burrows, Walker (Secretary-Manager)

Bigbury-on-Sea from Burgh Island, Devon, September 1935
A GWR publicity view of Bigbury-on-Sea on the southern coast of Devon, taken from Burgh Island in September 1935. The image shows the art-deco style Burgh Island Hotel and a number of houses

Royal Burgess Golfing Society of Edinburgh
Mels Scottish Tour - Royal Burgess Golfing Society of Edinburgh. The club, at Barnton is the next oldest golf club in the world to Royal Blackheath having been formed in 1735. Date: 1935

Church of the Good Shepherd
Situated on the shores of Lake Takapo, the Church of the Good Shepherd was built to the glory of God and as a memorial to the pioneers of the Mackenzie Country

Fishing boats entering the harbour at Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk. Britain was once described by a politician as " built on coal and surrounded by fish"

Female Type / Maid 1935
Pretty young French maid with a revealing neckline: " Sir has the flu, so I m going to try and raise his morale." Date: 1935

Chester Cross & Rows, Cheshire, July 1935
A GWR Publicity view of The Rows at Chester, Cheshire in July 1935. These half-timbered shops are famous for their covered galleries reached by steps

Bridge Street, Wick, Scotland
Bridge Street with the war memorial, Wick, Scotland. Station hotel can be seen on the far side of the bridge. Date: 1935

Poster, Sir Alan Cobhams National Aviation Day Campaign Air Display (also known as Cobhams Flying Circus), Chapel Farm, Lochgelly Road, Kirkcaldy, 13-14 July 1935. Date: 1935

Queen of the South FC football team 1934-1935. Back row: McLachlan (Manager), Sneddon, Savage, Haywood, Fotheringham, Cumming, Smith, Culbert, Smith, Allan (Captain), Hutchison (Chairman)

Mormon Temple, Laie, Oahu, Hawaii, USA
Mormon Temple (Church of Latter Day Saints) at Laie, on the Island of Oahu, Hawaii, USA. Date: 1935

International Air Rally Poster
Poster, International Air Rally at Lympne, near Hythe, Kent, organised by the Cinque Ports Flying Club. Depicting two planes and a parachute. August 1935

Poster advertising Royal Mail Asturias Summer Cruises
Poster advertising Royal Mail Summer Cruises on the Asturias cruise liner. 1935

King George V Silver Jubilee celebrations, ILN cover, 1935
Soldiers from across the British Empire gather to adore the crown, resplendent on a garlanded pedestal, on the occasion of the Silver Jubilee celebrations of King George V.St Pauls Cathedral can be

Alexandra Palace, the home of the B. B. C. The large transmitt
Alexandra Palace as the home of the B.B.C television service in 1936 showing the mast and transmitting aerials for vision and sound

The Brighton Belle 2
The Brighton Belle, Southern Railways electric pullman express, running between London and Brighton

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Step back in time to the year 1935, where iconic moments and unforgettable personalities shaped history. The Flying Scotsman steamed through the countryside, capturing hearts with its majestic presence. Mumms Champagne dazzled with an advert that sparkled like no other, adding a touch of elegance to every celebration. In the world of entertainment, THE MARX BROTHERS brought laughter and joy as some of the ships crew joined them in their cabin during A Night at the Opera. Meanwhile, Elvis Presley strummed his guitar, igniting a passion for rock 'n' roll that would change music forever. The Normandie Poster showcased luxury and sophistication aboard one of history's grandest ocean liners. At Pitt Stadium, University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania, sports enthusiasts cheered on their favorite teams under bright lights and roaring crowds. Elsa Lanchester captivated audiences with her haunting portrayal in James Whales Bride of Frankenstein (1935), while Boris Karloff sent shivers down spines with his chilling performance in the same film. Beyond entertainment and glamour, culinary genius Auguste Escoffier revolutionized fine dining with his innovative techniques. Jiddu Krishnamurti enlightened minds with his profound teachings on spirituality and self-discovery. Golfers found solace at The Royal Aberdeen Golf Club by Mel amidst lush greens and breathtaking landscapes. And Sir Alan Cobham's National Aviation Day Campaign inspired dreams to take flight among aspiring aviators. As we reflect upon 1935's rich tapestry woven by these remarkable events and individuals, we are reminded that even amidst uncertainty or chaos, human creativity shines through.