Informs Collection

FRANKLIN'S WRITING
Document transcribed by Sir John Franklin stating that H.M.S Erebus & Terror wintered in the ice at Beechey Island. Informs of his death & signed by Capt.s Crozier & Fitzjames. Date: 28 May 1847

A brave telephone operator in Etain, France, at her post despite heavy bombardment from the Germans (litho)
3252916 A brave telephone operator in Etain, France, at her post despite heavy bombardment from the Germans (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: A brave telephone operator in Etain, France)

GMT Clock 1916, first year of daylight saving
1st October 1916: A Greenwich Mean Time notice informs the British public of a change in time as clocks go back an hour in the first year of the daylight saving scheme

A Brave Telephone Operator In Etain, France, Stays At Her Post Despite Heavy Bombardment From The Germans, In Order To Report To The Postmaster At Nearby Verdun The Progress Of The Attack During Wwi

Jumbo / Letter
In response to Miss Stevens enquiry Jumbos keeper, Matthew Scott, informs her that the circumference of the elephants hind feet is 5 and the fore feet 5 6"

Cottage at entrance to Haddon Hall, Derbyshire
Little changed to this day, this buildinghas stood at the bottom of the slope leading to Haddon Hall for centuries. The chimney smoke gives an idea of the exposure time

Crucifixion Christ 1577 Pen brown ink brush brown ink
Artokoloro

Munitions
A maid informs the mistress of the house that she is off to work in the munitions factory during World War One. The lady of the house retorts that she hopes she doesn t drop things there as

Dutiful as Usual
A calm and unruffled butler informs the master of the house that the Zeppelins have come

The Wapping Concert
A satire on Madame Mara, a concert singer. She sang at the Handel Commemoration in Westminster Abbey in 1784 and 1785. She had rickets in her childhood - hence Le Genou Inflexible

New Women, New Men
WHAT THE NEW WOMAN WILL MAKE OF THE NEW MAN The New Man informs a young lady that he will not go rushing all over the room to look for her to dance with

Hereward & his Uncle
HEREWARD THE WAKE Hereward, on horseback, informs his uncle, the Prior, that he is about to be outlawed

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"Informs: Unveiling the Power of Communication through Franklin's Writing and GMT Clock 1916" Step back in time to the first year of daylight saving, as we explore the captivating world of "informs. " In this journey, we encounter a brave telephone operator in Etain, France, who defies danger and stays at her post amidst heavy German bombardment during World War I. Her unwavering dedication is driven by a noble purpose - reporting the progress of the attack to the Postmaster at nearby Verdun. As we delve deeper into history, our attention is drawn to an intriguing artifact - Jumbo/Letter. This enigmatic object holds secrets waiting to be unraveled. Perhaps it contains correspondence from a distant lover or carries important news that could change lives forever. Moving on from letters to architecture, we find ourselves standing before a picturesque cottage at the entrance to Haddon Hall in Derbyshire. Its quaint charm transports us back centuries ago when life was simpler and filled with rustic beauty. Our exploration takes an artistic turn as we come across a mesmerizing piece titled "Crucifixion Christ 1577. " The intricate pen brown ink brushwork captures both agony and serenity simultaneously, leaving us captivated by its profound symbolism. Amidst all these historical wonders lies another facet that shaped nations - munitions. These tools of destruction played pivotal roles in conflicts throughout history but also symbolize human ingenuity and technological advancements. While some stories highlight bravery during wartime, others shed light on everyday heroism. We encounter individuals dutifully carrying out their responsibilities despite challenging circumstances; their commitment serves as inspiration for generations to come. The Wapping Concert beckons us towards an evening filled with melodies that transcend time itself. Music has always been a universal language capable of uniting people from different walks of life; it speaks volumes without uttering words. In this era marked by changing gender dynamics, new women and new men emerge, challenging societal norms and paving the way for progress.