Ames Collection

Girls Play Bowls / 1940S
Faith Dorn, Alice Talton, Juanita Stark, Lucia Carroll and Jean Ames wearing various sunsuits show a bit of leg on the bowling green

The 1934 Test Match at Lords: Verity wins the game
Verity winning the match for England, sending down a ball to Woodfall, the Australian captain. On the third day of the second test match

GIRLS PLAY BOWLS / 1940S
Faith Dorn, Alice Talton, Juanita Stark, Lucia Carroll and Jean Ames wait for the final bowl before adding up the score. Date: 1940s

M. C. C. Cricket tour in Australia
Fingleton batting for New South Wales, hit by a rising ball from Voce. Bradman supports him; the Nawab of Pataudi is picking up his bat, while Ames and Jardine are walking across

The King with the English cricket team
King George V, accompanied by Lord Cromer, President of the M.C.C and Mr. R.E.S Wyatt, the captain, shakes hands with the English cricke players at Lord s. Left to right are:- Mr. C.F Walters, H

United States Navy - Grumman F6F-3 Hellcat 42874, NACA 158, of the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA) at Moffett Naval Air Station

Don Bradman bowled by Verity at Lords
Australian Cricketer Don Bradman bowled by Verity at Lords in 1938, Ames keeping wicket Date: 1938

Opening of Julia's Bureau, with W T Stead and staff
Group photo at the opening of Julia's Bureau, a seance circle, with W T Stead (far right) and staff. The Bureau was based in Mowbray House, Norfolk Street, London

Republic F-84F Thunderstreak 51-1346
Republic F-84F-1-RE Thunderstreak 51-1346, on display at Rickenbacker ANGB, Columbus, Ohio.. Used exclusively for trials and testing, this aircraft was assigned to NASA Dryden Flight Research Center

Stephen Ames With The Benson & Hedges International Trophy, 20 May 1996 Date: 20 May 1996

Stephen Ames Sinks His Final Put To Win The B & H Int, 19 May 1996 Date: 19 May 1996

Stephen Ames Celebrates After Winning Benson & Hedges Int, 19 May 1996 Date: 19 May 1996

Stephen Ames England, 01 June 1994 Date: 01 June 1994

Adrienne Ames and Joel McCrea in Woman Wanted (1935)
Adrienne Ames wearing a draped gown by Dolly Tree in Woman Wanted (1935) along with Joel McCrea Date: 1935

Ms Fr 22912 Fol. 2v Detail of Hell, from The City of God
BNP159944 Ms Fr 22912 Fol.2v Detail of Hell, from The City of God by Saint Augustine (354-430) translated by Raoul de Presles (1316-82) c.1400-50 (vellum) by French School

L E G Ames, Kent County and England cricketer. Date: 1934

Souls in Purgatory, 1893 (drypoint)
1068524 Souls in Purgatory, 1893 (drypoint) by Rodin, Auguste (1840-1917); 15.6x9.8 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Ames du Purgatoire); Foundation for the Arts Collection

VACCINATION ORDER 1861
Notice of the Requirement of Vaccination issued to the father of Albert Ames, of Bethnal Green, London, in accordance with the Compulsory Vaccination Act. Date: 1861

Philip Van Cortlandt, ca. 1810. Creator: Ezra Ames
Philip Van Cortlandt, ca. 1810

William Ames, (1576-1633), 1830. Creator: Unknown
William Ames, (1576-1633), 1830. Dr William Ames (1576-1633), Protestant philosopher and theologian, educated at Christs College, Cambridge

Jos. h Ames, (1689-1759), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Jos.h Ames, (1689-1759), 1830. Joseph Ames (1689-1759) English bibliographer and antiquary, though uneducated beyond grammar school, he prospered in trade

Map of the River Thames from Tilbury to Westminster, passing through Kent and Essex, 1740

Fisher Ames 1758-1808. American Essayist, Lawyer And Federalist Politician. From Painting By Alonzo Chappel

Henry Ames Oswald Date: 1896

Adrienne Ames (1907 1947), American film actress, wearing a lovely striped summer frock with rope on the neckline. Date: 1933

BOSTON: AMES BUILDING. The Ames Building and Youngs Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts. Photograph, c1906

Students coming out of the library at Iowa State College. Ames, Iowa. Photograph by Jack Delano, May 1942
IOWA STATE COLLEGE, 1942. Students coming out of the library at Iowa State College. Ames, Iowa. Photograph by Jack Delano, May 1942

View of Hampton Court, Herefordshire, from the south-east, c
XYC139595 View of Hampton Court, Herefordshire, from the south-east, c.1806 (w/c over graphite on wove paper) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); 20.2x30.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art

Fisher Ames (engraving)
KW1073702 Fisher Ames (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fisher Ames, 1758 A- 1808)

BOSTON: AMES BUILDING, c1902. The Ames Building in Boston Massachusetts, completed in 1893. Photograph, c1902

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY, c1900. Aerial view of Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. Photograph, c1900

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY, c1900. Morrill Hall at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. Photograph, c1900

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY, c1911. Panorama of Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. Photograph, c1900

NOBLEMAN CARTOON, 1883. Dedicated to Whom It May Concern. An English nobleman being fawned over by Americans, depicted as a scene on a stained glass window

CREDIT MOBILIER SCANDAL. The Cherubs of the Credit Mobilier. Cartoon, 1873, by Thomas Nast on the censure by the House of Representatives of Congressman James Brooks of New York (left)

CREDIT MOBILIER CARTOON. The Cherubs of the Credit Mobilier. Cartoon, 1873, by Thomas Nast on the censure by the House of Representatives of Congressman James Brooks of New York (left)

ALMANAC, 1735. Title page of an almanac by Nathaniel Ames, printed in Boston, Massachusetts, 1735

ADRIENNE AMES, c1908. Future Hollywood film actress Adrienne Ames (1907-1947) photographed as a baby in Fort Worth, Texas, c1908

Boston, Massachusetts - Quincy Market. From its beginning, the Market was largely used as a produce and foodstuff shopping center, with various grocers of such goods as eggs, cheese

Girls In A Tap Dancing Class
Ames, Iowa: May 1942 A tap dancing class in the gymnasium at Iowa State College

American soldier and political leader. Drawing after a U. S. commemorative postage stamp
SAM HOUSTON (1793-1863). American soldier and political leader. Drawing after a U.S. commemorative postage stamp

BEN AMES WILLIAMS (1889-1953). American writer

WILLIAM AMES (1576-1633). English Puritan theologian. Stipple engraving, English, early 19th century

ALPHABET, 1879. Initial letters by Daniel T. Ames, 1879

IOWA STATE COLLEGE, 1871. Agricultural college, at Ames, Story County, Iowa. Wood engraving, 1871

FISHER AMES (1758-1808). American Federalist political leader. Steel engraving, 1864

The Three Graces of Hollywood, Ames, Dee and Wood
Three Paramount movie stars, Adrienne Ames, Frances Dee and Judith Wood pose for an atmospheric photograph on the beach in California. Date: 1931

Female Mechanic
Mademoiselle Maurice Mozette, now Mrs Frederick Lothrop Ames of Boston, Massachusetts, French motor racer, changing a tyre on her car during her visit to Los Angeles, U.S.A. Date: 1930s

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"Ames: A Legacy of Triumphs and Celebrations" In the 1940s, girls defied societal norms as they fearlessly played bowls, showcasing their skills and determination. The historic 1934 Test Match at Lords witnessed a remarkable victory by Verity, leaving cricket enthusiasts in awe of his exceptional performance. During the M. C. C. Cricket tour in Australia, the English cricket team had the honor of being accompanied by none other than The King himself, adding an air of regality to the sport. A moment etched in history occurred when Don Bradman was bowled by Verity at Lords, forever immortalizing their encounter on the pitch. Julia's Bureau opened its doors amidst great anticipation and excitement. Notable figures like W T Stead and staff gathered to witness this significant milestone. Even art found its way into our exploration of "Ames. " Auguste Rodin's masterpiece "Ames du Purgatoire" captivated audiences with its poignant portrayal through drypoint technique. The Republic F-84F Thunderstreak 51-1346 soared through the skies, symbolizing Ames' technological advancements and contributions to aviation history. Stephen Ames made his mark on various fields. Whether it was golfing with The Benson or sinking his final shot with finesse, he left spectators amazed by his skillful play. As Stephen Ames celebrated after each triumph, his infectious joy spread throughout stadiums worldwide. His name became synonymous with excellence and sportsmanship. From historical sporting events to artistic masterpieces and groundbreaking achievements in aviation – "Ames" encompasses a rich tapestry woven from moments that have shaped our collective memory.