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George Best and his business partner Malcolm Mooney working at Bests home. 15th January 1971. watscan - - 20/04/2010

Young boy surrounded by toys. 23rd November 1970

Tom Finney, who plays on the right wing, seems worried as he makes a midnight phone call. November 1951 P012592

Manager Ron Atkinson preparing for their cup match with Walsall. November 1972 P017051

Two wee men with big grins. And no wonder. Billy Bremner has just heard the news that his suspension by the FA for four bookings this season will last only a week, starting on Monday

Tony Waddington Stoke City football Manager Circa 1975. Local Caption Football
Tony Waddington Stoke City football Manager Circa 1975. Football Player

Keith Burkinshaw Gillingham Town FC Fotball Manager 1988-89, pictured at the Priestfield Stadium November 1988. Former manager of Tottenham Hotspur 1976-1984, winning 2 FA Cups & 1 UEFA Cup

England Football Team: Some members of the England Football Team phoning home before leaving London airport for Cyprus. May 1975 75-2467-001

Old People - Minnie Ratman shows off her model figure

Office worker on the phone holding pencil, September 1958

The Beatles prepare for a New York press conference during the tour of the USA, February 1964. Left to right: Ringo Starr, John Lennon, Paul McCartney and George Harrison

Bobby Robson England manager pictured on telephone April 1985

Ian Carmichael and Janette Scott on the telephone, he is holding the wedding rings

A group of women make their way up the street through the heavy snow past a row of telephone boxes January 1954

The Shrug - Bolero - Septmeber 1954 Designed to keep the shoulders warm on chilly autumn evenings. it has pie-crust edging which is repeated on the cuffs and three-quarter delta sleeves

Wicked whispers, September 1960 Girls gossiping in the office Wearing headsets for their telephones Typist secretary office worker

Alfred Hitchcock film director in a telephone booth in Heathrow Airport brochure

Two policeman walk down a street covered with thick snow past a row of telephone boxes January 1954

Jill Gascoigne TV Actress in "The Gentle Touch"and "CATS Eyes"
Jill Gascoigne TV Actress in " The Gentle Touch" and " CATS Eyes" on the telephone February 1987 © mirrorpix

Maureen Lipman Actress on the telephone Dbase MSI A©mirrorpix
Maureen Lipman Actress on the telephone Dbase MSI © mirrorpix

Telephone Electricians. Circa 1940

Woman using early telephone. Large candlestick phone Circa 1920

Telephone Engineers - Men working up telephone poles. Circa 1950

Twenty people set a record for squeezing into a telephone box

Phone Box January 1978 20 hard pressed young people found themselves engaged in a funny line of work. They managed to cram themselves into a, british post office phone box aiming for a world record

Maureen Lipman Actress in a series of new British Telecom commercials March 1988 Dbase MSI

Peter Ustinov as King George IV at elstree film studio February 1954

British actor David Jason with fellow actor Nicholas Lyndhurst from the TV series Only Fools and Horses. February 1985

Adam Faith Singer and Actor after cancelling his tour of South Africa because he could not sing in front of mixed audiences - sitting with his feet up on his desk on the telephone. 22nd December 1964

A new Tube Train is launched - June 1987 showing the interior of the Drivers cabin

Actress Ethel Barrymore talking on the phone June 1955

The giant Panda Chi-Chi at London Zoo gets to speak to her friend An-An, a giant panda in Moscow. February 1966 © Mirrorpix

Dally the Shetland Pony and her owner Olga Denver stand in the hallway of her home as Dally whinnies down the phone to a friend

Belero the Shrug, was desighned to keep the shoulders warm on chilly autumn evenings, it has a pie crust edging and is repeated on the cuffs A woman wearing a shrug, white gloves

Actress Jackie Lane sitting on her bed with the phone March 1959

Actress Julie Andrews talking on the phone behind her desk January 1954

Actress Jean Porter speaking on the telephone October 1952

Actress Jean Marsh aged 17 posing sitting ona cushion and holding a phone April 1952

Animal Dogs Alsatian May 1968 six Years old film and television star " RADER" is a dog who has travelled around

Animals Weasels answering the telephone

Mrs Eves from High Wycombe believes she has bred the smallest Pekinese dog weighing in at 1.5 lbs. Called Tich also known as Tiny Tich or Tichy Tich sitting on an old 1950s Bakelite Telephone

An elephant attempts to use a phone booth

Fifi the donkey made sure she got a look-in with model girl Ann Mollo. Girl taking a phonecall July 1959 1950s

Mick, the owl, listens to every phone call that comes to the Cardiff garage of Mr. Ken Clee. owl sitting on a mans head July 1947 1940s

Animals Dogs Yorkshire Terrier Puppies Dogs cute puppies by a telephone reciever Deccember 1960

George Best and his business partner Malcolm Mooney working at Bests home. 15th January 1971. watscan - - 20/04/2010

Busy scenes on the Daily Herald news desk, 1964

Roy Suffern (left) and Fraser Anderson on the Daily Mirror news desk at Geraldine House in Holborn, 1937

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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.