Telephone Collection (page 20)

Man with cell phone
adult, brunette, casual, cell phone, cellular, communication, computer, conversation, day, hand, head and shoulders, leisure, man, mobile, one person only, outdoor, side view, street, summer, talk

Pigeons sitting on wires
wire, urban, telephone, street light, soaring, skyline, sitting, row, precise, pigeons, new york city, nature, manhattan, fly, flocking, environment, ecology, delicate, city, building, bird, animals

Woman sitting in bed, talking on phone
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1930s: Woman sitting in bed, talking on phone

Woman with worried expression, on telephone. (Photo by H
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1930s: Woman with worried expression, on telephone

A Lady excited by the ring of Loves Telephone
circa 1910s

The Telephone; a telegraphic alarum, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Telephone; a telegraphic alarum, 1844. A type of foghorn: The object of the..." Telephone or Marine Alarum and Signal Trumpet", by Captain J. N. Taylor, R.N

Technicians Hands Date: 1954

Nurse on Telephone Date: 1948

Woman Amazed by Phone Date: 1948

Woman with Dog on Phone Date: 1950

Cyrus Field Date: 1950

Daughter at Work Day Date: 1950

Tornado Sweeps Fields Date: 1950

Telephone Workers

Telephone Technician

Gibbs Happy Families - Mrs Pipe the Plumbers wife. Date: 20th century

DISGRUNTLED RECEPTIONIST
A disgruntled receptionist takes a telephone call. Date: 1978

POLICEMAN ON MOTORBIKE
A policeman on a motorcycle takes a call on his walkie- talkie and gets ready to respond to an emergency. Date: 1960s

TELEPHONE ENGINEERS
Three G.P.O. engineers, happy in their work, think nothing of sorting out a mind-boggling mess of telephone wires and cables. Date: early 1930s

OFFICE WORK 1970S
A young woman answers a telephone enquiry in an office environment. Date: 1977

WOMAN ON PHONE / 1970S
A woman using the telephone, hopefully to book a hair appointment. Date: 1960s

MAN ON PHONE / 1970S
A man on the telephone Date: 1970s

GIRL IN PHONE BOX
A young woman puts 1/- (a shilling) into a public pay phone in a telephone box. Only 6d (sixpence) or 1/- coins accepted. Dial 100 for the operator. Those were the days. Date: 1960s

GIRL ON TELEPHONE
A little business woman: A little girls sits at a desk and takes a telephone call. Date: 1930s

BELLS TELEPHONE / BOSTON
Bells Salem-Boston demonstration. Date: late 19th century

BELLS PHOTOPHONE / C19TH
Bells photophone. Date: late 19th century

1930S GIRL ON THE PHONE
A handsome young woman smiles as she enjoys a telephone conversation with a friend. Date: 1930s

TELEPHONE BOX / C19TH
Telephone kiosk at Marseille Bourse. Date: 19th century

STRING TELEPHONE C19
Three children talk to each other using cans linked by a piece of string. Date: late 19th century

EDISONS TELEPHONE 1879
Edisons loud-speaking telephone. Date: 1879

ELECTRO-CHEMICAL PHONE
Edisons Electro-chemical telephone. Date: 1879

BELLS / EDISONS T-PHONES
Graham Bells first telephone, hand telephone and long- distance telephone, shown alongside Edisons transmitter, and loud speaking phone. Date: late 19th century

FALL / CHIHUAHUA ON BOOKS
ROZAVEL MIGUEL Owned by Gray. Sitting on three London telephone directories which shows how tiny it is. Date: 1954

WOMAN ON THE PHONE
A woman in a patterned shirt on the telephone. Date: 1960s

ERICSSON TABLE PHONE - 2
A table instrument by the Ericsson Company of Stockholm, Sweden. The handle on the side is turned when making a call, to alert the exchange. Date: circa 1905

THEATREPHONE POSTER
A lady enjoys all the pleasure of the theatre (except for the acting, the sets and the stage effects, the ambiance and the pleasure of running into ones friends) Date: circa 1896

Paris phone exchange 1904
Paris Telephone Exchange : les demoiselles du telephone Date: 1904

SEASIDE TO CITY 1885
She at the seaside, he at his city desk... Date: circa 1885

GROCER ON THE LINE
A grocer receives an order over the telephone Date: 1902

THE STROWGERPHONE
Decide NOW to instal the Strowgerphone - as Ive done ! Date: 1933

SHEPHERD MARKET / PHOTO
Shepherd Market, Mayfair, previously the site of the May Fair from which the district takes its name. It was laid out in c.1735 by architect Edward Shepherd. Date: 1931

Cartoon, The Telephone Cinderella
The Telephone Cinderella: The general post and telegraphy shun the telephone. Date: 1892

TELEPHONE RATES UP / PUNCH
Telephone Im going to cost you more Householder Why? Telephone Oh, the usual reason - increasing inefficiency Date: 1920

NY TELEPHONE EXCHANGE
Telephone exchange, New York Date: 1896

Italy, Lombardy, Cremona, public telephone

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Italy, Veneto, Venice, Gondolier in striped shirt using mobile phone while sitting in one of a line of moored gondolas with back to camera

Telephone box, Grand Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, England
Communications, Telecoms, British Red Telephone box

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Transport, Cars, Electric, Charging point in car park

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"Connecting the Past and Present: The Evolution Communication" In a world where communication is constantly evolving, let's take a moment to reflect on the humble beginnings of the telephone. From its iconic presence on the cover of Ms. Magazine in 1972 to the snowy streets of London with its famous Police Public Call Box, this device has woven itself into the fabric of our lives. Imagine standing amidst the ancient wonder that is Stonehenge, only to be reminded that even centuries ago, humans sought ways to connect with one another. Fast forward to 1926 when a quaint telephone box stood proudly on British streets, serving as a lifeline for those seeking connection. The Bakelite telephone became an emblematic symbol of progress and innovation during its time. Its sleek design captured not only functionality but also style - a testament to human ingenuity. As air travel began taking flight, Cobham Air Routes Poster showcased how telephones were bridging distances between far-flung destinations. No longer bound by physical boundaries, conversations could transcend borders effortlessly. Brochure illustrations from W Barratt & Co Ltd remind us that telephones were not just tools for personal use; they played an integral role in business and commerce too. They facilitated connections between companies and customers alike, propelling economies forward. Even major historical events like US Steel Works or Kings Cross station in London bear witness to how telephones shaped societies across continents. In times of crisis such as Wandsworth Road fire in Clapham SW8, these devices served as vital links for emergency services and individuals seeking help. From Ms. Magazine's empowering message to Stonehenge's timeless allure, each image tells a story about our collective desire for connection through technology. As we navigate today's digital landscape filled with smartphones and video calls, let us remember that every call made or received carries with it echoes from decades past – reminding us that despite all advancements made over time, at its core, the telephone remains a symbol of human connection.