Simms Collection

Drivers Ernie Simms and Brian Kervin on board diesel locomotive No. D7010
D7000 Hymek class locomotive

Principal Washington in his private office, Tuskegee Institute, 1923. Creator: Unknown
Principal Washington in his private office, Tuskegee Institute, 1923

Advert for S. W. Simms, Booksellers and Stationers, Bath
Advert for S.W. Simms, Booksellers and Stationers, Bath Date: 1902

Hilda Simms (cover of Checkers)
Hilda Simms (1918-1994) African American actress who came to Britain in 1947 in her Broadway success Anna Lucasta. Checkers was a short-lived black British magazine. Date: 1948

Hilda Simms (The Sketch)
Hilda Simms (1918-1994) African American actress who came to Britain in 1947 in her Broadway success Anna Lucasta. Date: 1947

Hilda Simms (cover of Theatre World)
Hilda Simms (1918-1994) African American actress who came to Britain in 1947 in her Broadway success Anna Lucasta. Date: 1948

FALL / RETRIEVER / FLAT / 1943
REVIVAL OF ETTINGTON Owned by Simms. Date: 1943

Fall / Retriever / Flat / 1943
REVIVAL OF ETTINGTON Owned by Simms. Date: 1943

Homer / Bust / Simms
HOMER Blind Greek poet Date: 9th - 8th Century BC

Sims Reeves
John Sims Reeves (1818 - 1900), The English tenor singing The Bloom is on the Rye (my pretty Jane) by Edward Fitzball. Date: 1890

Mans Last Pretence of Consummation in Indifference. Simms, Charles 1873-1928

Sketch for someone Passes
Sketch for Someone Passes. Simms, Charles 1873-1928

Saints and Sinners. Simms, Charles 1873-1928

AD: SIMMS MAGNETOS, 1919. American advertisement for Simms Magnetos, 1919

The obverse of the Wakefield and Simms Field Medal

Simms Field Medal

First armed motor vehicle. A powered quadricycle with a Maxim machine gun demonstrated by F R Simms, June 1899, Simms Motor Electronics Corporation, Acc no.9979, p.96a Date: 1899

Birdtail Butte in stormy light near Cascade Montana

Crown Butte near Simms Montana

JEFFERSON DAVIS TRIAL. The grand jury that found the indictment against Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederate States of America, for treason. Photograph, 1868

WILLIAM GILMORE SIMMS (1806-1870). American writer. Line engraving, 19th century

Dr. J. Simms. Lectures on physiognomy. Date c1880 Sept. 16

Orville seated in Wright airplane with Albert B. Lambert before takeoff; Simms Station, Dayton, Ohio. Date 1910 May 18

Orville Wright and AB Lambert flying; Simms Station, Dayton, Ohio. Date 1910

Series of flights from May through July, just after the opening of the Wright Flying School, probably Orville acting as instructor; Simms Station, Dayton, Ohio. Date 1910

Distant view of Bishop Milton Wright during his first ride in an airplane, when Orville attained an altitude of 350 feet at Simms Station, Dayton, Ohio. Date 1910

Large crowd of spectators gathered at the edge of a field at Simms Station, Dayton, Ohio, where a series of flights were conducted from May through July

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"Simms: A Multifaceted Legacy in Literature, Locomotives, and Entertainment" From the skilled hands of drivers Ernie Simms and Brian Kervin on board diesel locomotive No. D7010 to the profound words penned by American writer William Gilmore Simms, the name "Simms" has left an indelible mark across various realms. In 1870, a line engraving immortalized William Gilmore Simms, showcasing his contribution to literature as an esteemed American writer. His literary prowess continues to inspire generations even today. Meanwhile, an advert for S. W. Simms Booksellers and Stationers in Bath reminds us of the importance of books and stationery in our lives. The legacy of knowledge carried forward by establishments like these is invaluable. The captivating presence of Hilda Simms graces multiple covers - from Checkers to Theatre World - highlighting her undeniable talent as a performer. Her magnetic performances captivated audiences and made her a prominent figure in entertainment circles. Not limited to literature or entertainment alone, "Simms" also finds its place within other domains. In 1943's Fall Retriever Flat event, it became synonymous with speed and agility as participants pushed their limits on this challenging course. Artistic expressions further embrace the name "Simms, " evident through Homer's Bust depicting someone passing by - a thought-provoking sketch that invites introspection into human interactions. Sims Reeves emerges as another notable bearer of this surname; his melodious voice enchanted listeners worldwide during his time as a renowned English tenor. His musical contributions continue to resonate with music enthusiasts even today. Lastly, Mans Last Pretence of Consummation in Indifference serves as a reminder that beneath societal facades lies deeper emotions waiting to be acknowledged—a profound reflection captured through artistry.