Newsagent Collection (page 3)

W H Smith (Waddy)
William Henry Smith (1825 - 1891) statesman and newsagent

Perplexed Newsagent / 1922
A gentleman asks his horrified newsagent to decide each day which newspaper will be most suitable for him. (A result of rival offers by London newspapers). Date: 1922

W H Smith / Vanity Fair
W H SMITH British statesman and newsagent Date: 1825 - 1891

Charlotte Street, Fitzroy Square, London Date: circa 1905

F E Rush newsagent, Aybrook Street, Marylebone, London
Woman standing in the doorway of F E Rush newsagent, tobacconist and confectioner, 23 Aybrook Street, Marylebone, London. Date: circa 1930

William Henry Smith at his desk
William Henry Smith (18251891), Statesman and newsagent reading at his desk, 1825 - 1891

Collecting and branding horses, WW1
Wanted for the Army -- collecting and branding horses for troops at the stables of W H Smith, the famous newsagents, on the outbreak of the First World War. Date: 1914

Battle Areas - from the womans point of view, Helen McKie
Impressions of Rheims by Miss Helen McKie. One in a series of sketches, drawn by Bystander artist Helen McKie during a visit to war torn France following the end of the First World War. 1

W H Smith delivery van and driver, West Midlands
W H Smith & Son, Newsagents and Stationers, delivery van and driver, covering Walsall, Wolverhampton and Birmingham (West Midlands), Head Office in Strand, London. Date: circa 1910

Head Office of W. H. Smith
Early morning scene outside the head office of W. H. Smith at 186, Strand, London showing carts and vans being loaded up with newspapers for London and the provinces

W H Smith book stall at Cannon Street Station, 1915
The book stall of W. H. Smith at Cannon Street station, London showing in particular, the display of Printers Pie magazine, a twice-yearly charitable publication produced by Hugh Spottiswoode

W H Smith Photo
WILLIAM HENRY SMITH newsagent and statesman Date: 1825 - 1891

The Angel, Islington, London, c. 1890 (b / w photo)
XJF283185 The Angel, Islington, London, c.1890 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Four girls promoting the News of the World
Four promo girls for the News of the World - circa 1905. Pictured outsides J Berrys Newsagents (also a postcard publisher) in Crediton, Devon

Ideal and Real : William Henry Smith (1825-1891), son of William Henry Smith (1792-1865), as Secretary of State for War as he might be seen by the Germans, and how he really was

William Henry Smith (1825-1891), son of William Henry Smith (1792-1865), English businessman and politician. He joined his fathers newsagent business in 1846 and introduced the selling of books

William Henry Smith (1825-1891), son of William Henry Smith (1792-1865), English businessman and politician. He joined his fathers newsagent business in 1846 and introduced the selling of books

Newspaper delivery boys and girls, Walton, Essex
The girls and boys who delivered newspapers for Mark James & Son, newsagents of Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. They were given a treat on 2 September 1953 when they were all taken to Wembley to see Tex

Newsagent & Much More - Oxford
Sawyers Newsagent, Stationer, Confectioner and Tobacconist in Oxford. A magnificent photographic postcard showing a General Store on an Oxford street selling pretty much anything you can imagine

Fragments Day
How London bookstall managers celebrated " Fragments" day, showing the immense popularity of the " Fragments from France" portfolios of cartoons by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather

W H Smith at his Desk
WILLIAM HENRY SMITH Statesman and newsagent reading at his desk

Advertisement fors L Tanner, Tobacconist, Derby
Advertisement for SL Tanner, Tobacconist, Stationer & Newsagent, 4 Bold Lane, Derby. " High Peak" Mixture, One Shilling per ounce

Street Trade / Fish 1877
Cheap fish seller of St Giles s, London

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Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of newsagents through history. In 1922, Herbert Fudge Newsagent opened its doors, becoming a hub for locals seeking the latest headlines. Meanwhile, Wymans Bookstall at Paddington Station in 1913 catered to travelers hungry for literary adventures. Venturing into Soho's vibrant streets, Beak Street W1 welcomed bookworms to browse through shelves filled with captivating stories. F E Rush newsagent on Aybrook Street served as a gathering spot for Marylebone residents eager to catch up on current events. In another corner of London, Weymoor Post Office and Hall's Newsagents Shop provided essential services alongside newspapers and magazines. Lime Street in East London witnessed the hustle and bustle of Willis & Son newsagents, where locals gathered to exchange gossip while purchasing their daily reads. A portrait of the Hon W F D Smith reminds us that behind every successful newsagent lies an enterprising individual dedicated to keeping communities informed. An advertisement for The Bladud Library in Bath enticed readers with promises of literary treasures waiting within its walls. The Morning Star newspaper found its voice through an enticing advertisement that reached out to readers seeking truth amidst a sea of information. Even as far as Church Street in Middelburg, Transvaal, South Africa, newsagents played a vital role in connecting people with local happenings. Soho's Old Compton Street became synonymous with culture and knowledge thanks to its diverse range of booksellers catering to all tastes. Tobacconists doubled as newsagents and stationers during 1905 when convenience was paramount. Throughout history, these humble establishments have been more than just purveyors of printed words; they have been community pillars fostering connections between individuals from all walks of life. So next time you pass by a modern-day newsagent or bookstore remember their rich heritage rooted deep within our society's thirst for knowledge.