No Smoking Collection

The cotton gin near Robstown, Texas, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
The cotton gin near Robstown, Texas

Il est défendu de fumer, mais vous pouvez vous asseoir, 1834. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Il est defendu de fumer, mais vous pouvez vous asseoir, 1834

Sign outside entrance of largest lumber mill in the world, Longview, Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Washington, Longview. Sign outside entrance of largest lumber mill in the world

Wee Sma Hours from Girls will be Girls pub. c. 1909 (colour litho)
2646223 Wee Sma Hours from Girls will be Girls pub. c.1909 (colour litho) by Mitchell, Sadie Wendell (fl.1909); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

Office boy about to get a rise (colour litho)
2795422 Office boy about to get a rise (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Office boy about to get a rise)

Actor Richard Wilson and Roy Castle with the no smoking message. 26th February 1993

Actor Richard Wilson with the no smoking message. 26th February 1993

Our Foreign Guests, Spanish-American War, 8 June 1898, (1899). Creator: Burr McIntosh
Our Foreign Guests, Spanish-American War, 8 June 1898, (1899). Men off to fight in Cuba, ...photographed shortly after our arrival at Port Tampa [Florida, USA] on the morning of the 8th

LONDON: UNDERGROUND, 1944. Please don t smoke in a non-smoking car. Poster by Fougasse promoting proper etiquette on the London Underground, 1944

Sign at entrance to Bodega Langes winery Barrel making facility, near Chang li (Chang Li), Hebei Province, China, Asia

Signs in a hospital giving directions and advising people not to smoke or use mobile phones

A no smoking sign in an airplane toilet
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"No Smoking: A Timeless Message for a Healthier Future" In the midst of historical moments and iconic photographs, one message remains constant - "No Smoking. " From the bustling streets of Washington, D. C. In 1942 to the largest lumber mill in Longview, Washington in 1939, this simple yet powerful phrase has echoed through time. Gordon Parks captures a Negro mechanic for the Amoco oil company during World War II. Amidst his hard work and dedication, he stands proudly with a sign that reads "No Smoking, " reminding us all of the importance of clean air and healthy lungs. Dorothea Lange's lens transports us to an era when even the grandest industries embraced this vital rule. The entrance to the world's largest lumber mill bears a sign that boldly declares "No Smoking, " safeguarding both workers' lives and precious resources. From pubs to office spaces, no place is exempt from this crucial reminder. Wee Sma Hours pub patrons in 1909 are urged not to smoke while enjoying their drinks. An office boy eagerly awaits his well-deserved promotion but not without adhering to workplace rules - including refraining from smoking. Even amidst times of war and conflict, respect for health prevails. Burr McIntosh's photograph depicts soldiers during the Spanish-American War holding up signs that read "Our Foreign Guests" alongside another important message - "No Smoking. " In unity against tobacco use, they prioritize their well-being above all else. Fast forward to 1993; actor Richard Wilson joins forces with Roy Castle as they advocate for a smoke-free environment by displaying messages promoting non-smoking habits. Their efforts serve as reminders that we must strive towards healthier lifestyles collectively. Strike actions at Rover and throughout Birmingham demonstrate solidarity among workers advocating for change within their industry while also emphasizing safety measures such as prohibiting smoking on assembly lines or factory premises.