Norah Collection (page 2)

Bulldog rescued from sinking ship, First World War
When the King Edward is sunk by a mine during the First World War, the crew rescue Norah the bulldog, together with the monkeys and cats they had as pets

Ploughing Wimbledon Car Park
The committee at the All-England Tennis Club decided to dig for victory, converting their grass car park into farmland. Club Secretary Norah Cleather can be seen checking on the progress. 1940

The stars of the Rectors Club Cabaret, London, 1922 - Tucker the violinist, Hazel Shelley and the double act of Gwen Farrar and Norah Blaney Date: 1922

Dr N P Jewells wife and children, Seychelles, WW1
Dr N P Jewells wife Sydney and three children, John, Norman and Norah, in the Seychelles -- a photograph sent to him while serving in East Africa during WW1. 1915

Norah and Daphne Jewell, Mombasa, Kenya, East Africa. 1923

Norah Blaney - The Punch Bowl revue - Duke of York s
Miss Norah Blaney - in The Punch Bowl a revue by Archie de Bear at the Duke of Yorks Theatre, London in 1924, known as The Breakfast-time Follies

At Sharavogue: ladies of society in Ireland during the First World War. Top photograph: Lady Norah Hastings; the Countess of Huntingdon; Lady Marian Hastings; Lady Moya Campbell;

Music cover, What ll I Do, by Irving Berlin
Music cover, What ll I Do, waltz song by Irving Berlin, sung by Norah Blaney. 1924

Three women with cat and puppy in a garden
Three women with a cat and a puppy in a garden, dated June 1947. Date: 1947

Lincoln Cabin, C1891
LINCOLN CABIN, c1891. Mrs. Norah Gridley, the cousin of Mrs. Abraham Lincoln and Miss May Coleman with a typewriter, the brothers Megar, architects and Mr

Harry & Norah Run Away
Cobbs the gardener puts his hand on his hips as he asks young Master Harry and Miss Norah why they are running away together. To get married, of course!

Lighthouse Afternoon Tea
At Norah Head lighthouse (Australia), social life is limited and founded solidly on the teapot! Here are a group of keepers and their wives taking afternoon tea

Formula One World Championship: The Tyrrell team hang out a pit board for Patrick Depailler Tyrrell
The Tyrrell team hang out a pit board for Patrick Depailler (FRA) Tyrrell, who finished the race in third position. To the left is the stranded Shadow DN8 of Renzo Zorzi (ITA)

Lighthouse Keeper
Head lighthouse keeper Mr. Cottee marches up the long spiral staircase at Norah Head lighthouse, Australia. Tne light flashes every five seconds and must never fail

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Norah, a name that echoes through time and brings to mind the remarkable women who have borne it. From Norah Blaney and Gwen Farrar, the dynamic duo of entertainment and music in the early 20th century, to Miss Gwen Farrar herself, an enchanting entertainer whose talent captivated audiences. But Norah is not just limited to the world of arts and performance. It also finds its place amidst nature's beauty, as seen in Blackcock (or Black Grouse) Shooting - a sport that combines adrenaline with appreciation for wildlife. Norah extends her reach even further into the realm of craftsmanship. Ocean liner souvenir dolls by Norah Wellins serve as tangible memories from voyages across vast oceans, reminding us of adventures embarked upon. And let us not forget Norah's presence on stage - whether it be Norah Kerin embodying Miranda in Shakespeare's The Tempest or dancers donning blue shoes like The Highlander or Seraphina Exotic. Each portrayal carries its own unique charm. In history's tapestry, we find glimpses intertwined with other notable figures such as Fred and Adele Astaire in Lady Be Good at the Empire Theatre - a testament to her ability to leave an indelible mark alongside great talents. Yet amidst all these grand depictions lies simplicity too. An Edwardian lady adorned with roses captures both elegance and fragility while Portrait Group showcases unity within diversity. Finally, there is Portrait of a Woman - an enigmatic representation that encapsulates the essence of every individual named Norah throughout time. A reminder that behind each name lies a story waiting to be discovered; tales woven together by threads connecting generations past and present.