Teetotal Collection

DEADLY TEETOTALISM
Deadly teetotalism leads to a shorter life than temperate enjoyment of fine whiskey, claims an advertisement for Long Johns Ben Nevis Whiskey, distilled in Fort William. Date: 1890

Tatler cover - Britain abstains from drinking, WW1
Not during the war, thank you. Front cover of The Tatler magazine featuring a bulldog, representing Great Britain, refusing a tankard of frothy beer

Teetotal blind beggar who sold halfpenny ballads on the beggars' road near Bethnal Green
FLO5000815 Teetotal blind beggar who sold halfpenny ballads on the beggars' road near Bethnal Green. Copperplate etching drawn and engraved by John Thomas Smith from his Vagabondiana

Theobald Mathew, from The Strand Magazine, Vol I January to June, 1891 (print0)
3432550 Theobald Mathew, from The Strand Magazine, Vol I January to June, 1891 (print0 by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Theobald Mathew, 1790-1856)

The Teetotal Angler, by H. M. Bateman
An angler happily unaware of his friend's desperation for a drink. Bateman (1887-1970) was a popular artist and regularly contributed to the Sketch, the Tatler and the Bystander

Juvenile Pledge Card. Facsimilie of first proof by George Cruikshank. From the book The Connoisseur Illustrated
2915281 Juvenile Pledge Card. Facsimilie of first proof by George Cruikshank. From the book The Connoisseur Illustrated published 1903. by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Photo © Hilary Morgan

Rev Theobald Mathew administering Temperance Pledge
The Very Reverend Theobald Mathew administering the Temperance Pledge. 19th century

The General Up To Date, by John Southey and G W Hunter
Promotional music sheet for The General Up To Date music hall song of 1892 by John Southey and G. W. Hunter. The General in question refers to General William Booth of the Salvation Army to which

Teetotal Certificate (litho)
3642887 Teetotal Certificate (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Teetotal Certificate. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

How to live on 30 shillings a week (colour litho)
3642872 How to live on 30 shillings a week (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: How to live on 30 shillings a week)

O, Come with me to the Fountain, Love! (coloured engraving)
560331 O, Come with me to the Fountain, Love! (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: O, Come with me to the Fountain, Love)

James Silk Buckingham (engraving)
816695 James Silk Buckingham (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Silk Buckingham, British author, journalist and politician)

Teetotal Demonstration - Crystal Palace 1851
A well attended Teetotal Demonstration Date: 5 August 1851

Cartoon, A Traitor (teetotalism)
Cartoon, A Traitor, commenting on a not so teetotal teetotaller. Date: 1883

Juvenile Pledge Card. Facsimilie Of First Proof By George Cruikshank. From The Book The Connoisseur Illustrated Published 1903

Temperance. -The Man: "Here is that which is too weak to be a sinner-honest
Temperance.- The Man: " Here is that which is too weak to be a sinner, honest Water" - Shakespeare, 1843

Strip tease card game - Prudie suit - Prohibitionist. A game which features characters involved in performing (and subsequently prosecuting and defending) a striptease

Caricature of Sir Wilfrid Lawson, Liberal politician
Caricature of Sir Wilfrid Lawson, 2nd Baronet (1829-1906), Liberal politician, temperance campaigner and radical anti-imperialist

People drinking water on a New Year card
People drinking water from the Fountain of Happiness on a New Year card. Date: circa 1890s

RSR 2 / 6th Battalion, A Band of Hope, India 1916
Royal Sussex Regiment Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: RSR Uncat Acc 3284 Vol 1 2/6th Batt/031 1916 Postcard

Wilfred Lawson (1829-1906) British Liberal politician and leader of the Temperance movement which opposed the drinking of alcohol

The Waterman Arms, Southwark
A photograph of The Waterman Arms in Southwark, SE London, the first trust public house to be opened in London. While alcoholic drinks were still sold

Prohibition Raid
Customs officials of the motor boat Marjorie seizing bottles of contraband champagne off Mont Auk Point, Long Island, New York, U.S.A. during the Prohibition. Date: 16 December 1929

BILLETED
Two soldiers are aghast to discover they have been billeted at the Coldwater Temperance Hotel. No chance of a quick pint there

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"Teetotal: A Sobering Revolution in Britain's History" From the Tatler cover that boldly proclaimed "Britain abstains from drinking, " to the devastating impact of teetotalism during WW1, this movement has left an indelible mark on society. The term "Deadly Teetotalism" may seem extreme, but it reflects the fervor with which some embraced a life without alcohol. H. M. Bateman's satirical illustration, "The Teetotal Angler, " humorously captures the contradictions and challenges faced by those who chose abstinence. In 1903, George Cruikshank's juvenile pledge card showcased the early efforts to instill temperance values in young minds. The image offers a glimpse into a time when moderation was seen as virtuous and desirable. Rev Theobald Mathew administering the Temperance Pledge symbolizes the pivotal role played by religious leaders in promoting sobriety. Their influence extended beyond individual commitment to shaping societal attitudes towards alcohol consumption. "The General Up To Date, " penned by John Southey and G. W. Hunter, exemplifies how teetotalism permeated various aspects of daily life. It became not just a personal choice but also a badge of honor proudly displayed through certificates and lithographs. "How to live on 30 shillings a week" demonstrates that teetotalism wasn't solely about abstinence; it encompassed broader principles of frugality and responsible living. This ethos aimed at improving lives while avoiding excessive spending on vices like alcohol. Artistic expressions such as "O, Come with me to the Fountain, Love. " colored engravings captured both romanticized notions of purity associated with teetotalism and its potential for social bonding among like-minded individuals. James Silk Buckingham's engraving reminds us that prominent figures championed this cause throughout history—individuals who believed in creating a better world by rejecting alcohol's allure.