Temperance Collection

Busy street scene at Spitalfields, East End of London
A busy street scene at Spitalfields in the East End of London. The location is the junction of Commercial Street and Brushfield Street. The building at the right is Spitalfields Market

Gin Juggarnath, 1835
The Gin Juggarnath, or the Worship of the Great Spirit of the age : a satire on gins apparent grip on British life in the early nineteenth century

Independent Order of Rechabites, Temperance Knowledge Examination, certificate awarded to Sister Marjorie Barnard, 1937
Image from Local Studies ref. MP 1705 L

Is that You, Daddy?
IS THAT YOU, DADDY ? Propaganda for prohibition presupposes that every man who patronises a bar will become a drunken sot

Allegory of Good Government, 1338-40 (fresco)
BEN58179 Allegory of Good Government, 1338-40 (fresco) by Lorenzetti, Ambrogio (1285-c.1348); Palazzo Pubblico, Siena, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian, out of copyright

The Ladder of Fortune, to the American Dream, 1875 (colour litho)
PNP252343 The Ladder of Fortune, to the American Dream, 1875 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Universal Rescue Mission Caravan - E. H. Smith of Sheffield
Universal Rescue Mission Caravan and its owner, Mr E. H. Smith of Sheffield (on the right) - a local Christian Evangelical preacher, known as the Blind Evangelist

Wingates Temperance Prize Brass Band, Westhoughton, Lancashi
Wingates Temperance Prize Brass Band, Westhoughton, Bolton, near Hindley, Lancashire, England. Date: 1910s

Deacon Giless Distillery temperance cartoon, 1830s
" Bringing back the rum, " temperance cartoon showing liquor barrels labeled with forms of death, Salem, Massachusetts. Hand-colored woodcut from an 1830s temperance pamphlet

Ravages of Alcohol
An illustration of how alcohol abuse affects the appearance and liver of a man through different stages of his life

Woman Water Jug Standing woman bare breasts pouring water
Woman with Water Jug, Standing woman with bare breasts pouring water into a jug. Probably the personification Temperantia

Independent Order of Rechabites - Salford Unity Friendly Soc
Independent Order of Rechabites, a society of abstainers from alcohol - Salford Unity Friendly Society. Since 2004 The Rechabite Friendly Society has traded as Healthy Investment. Date: 1916

Keswick, Cumbria - The Skiddaw Temperance Hotel
The English Lakes - The Skiddaw Temperance Hotel, Keswick - J. Gillespie, Proprietor. " Lighted throughout by electricity". Date: circa 1909

Prohibition -The vision 1920
In these days even " Spirits" have their " Ghost". Satire in a British periodical, depicting Uncle Sam thinking about when alcohol was freely available

Examples of Bloomers
An engraving of four examples of women wearing bloomers as advocated by womens rights and temperance advocate Amelia Bloomer (1818-1894) circa 1850. (Photo by Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Crystal Palace Brass Band Festival
View of the Central Avenue leading to the Crystal Palace in south London at the time of the annual Brass Band Festival. Bands from all over the country took part

Looting Secret Whiskey
In America, crowds loot a secret whiskey store of confiscated liquor

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

Frances Willard - 1
FRANCES ELIZABETH CAROLINE WILLARD American temperance advocate Date: 1839 - 1898

Children Drinking C1840
Two young children share a jug of gin outside a tavern. Are they beginning a life of intemperate misery, foulness and degradation in the eyes of God?

Prohibition & Uncle Sam
Prohibition and Uncle Sam

Liquor down the Drain
Contraband liquor is poured down the drain in Zion City, Illinois, USA

Sir Wilfrid Lawson, 1850
3478056 Sir Wilfrid Lawson, 1850; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Sir Wilfrid Lawson, 2nd Baronet, of Brayton (1829-1906) an English temperance campaigner and radical

Frances Willard
3585877 Frances Willard; (add.info.: Portrait of Frances Willard (1839-1898) an American educator, temperance reformer, and women's suffragist. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The horrors of drunkenness, 1850
3478059 The horrors of drunkenness, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration by Kenny Meadows (1790-1874) a British caricaturist and illustrator, depicting the horrors of drunkenness

The tempering of files
5311827 The tempering of files; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the tempering of files , Sheffield. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Heroes of Britain in Peace and War, 1850
3478064 Heroes of Britain in Peace and War, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration from Edwin Hodder's 'Heroes of Britain in Peace and War')

The loveliness of Temperance and the horrors of drunkenness, 1850
3478061 The loveliness of Temperance and the horrors of drunkenness, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration by Kenny Meadows (1790-1874) a British caricaturist and illustrator

Heroes of Britain in Peace and War, 1850
3478063 Heroes of Britain in Peace and War, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration from Edwin Hodder's 'Heroes of Britain in Peace and War')

The London Temperance League processing through Lincoln's Inn Fields, 1850
3478057 The London Temperance League processing through Lincoln's Inn Fields, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the London Temperance League processing through Lincoln's Inn Fields)

The Bible and temperance, 1848
1574867 The Bible and temperance, 1848; (add.info.: The Bible and temperance. A mechanic's friend gains a sum of money and persuades him to come out with him)

USA History: The tall houses of Chicago. 1. The Maconnique Temple - 2. The Chamber of Commerce. interior view - 3
5313600 USA History: The tall houses of Chicago. 1. The Maconnique Temple - 2. The Chamber of Commerce. interior view - 3. The German Opera or Schiller Theater - 4. The Owing House - 5

The horrors of drunkenness, 1850
3478060 The horrors of drunkenness, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration by Kenny Meadows (1790-1874) a British caricaturist and illustrator, depicting the horrors of drunkenness

Sir Wilfrid Lawson, 1850
3478047 Sir Wilfrid Lawson, 1850; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Sir Wilfrid Lawson, 2nd Baronet, of Brayton (1829-1906) an English temperance campaigner and radical

A Temperance meeting for children, 1850
3478058 A Temperance meeting for children, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a Temperance meeting for children. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The knowledge. From the episode "The Knowledge of God and the Seven Cardinal Virtues", c.1539 . Private Collection

Justice. From the episode "The Knowledge of God and the Seven Cardinal Virtues", c.1539 . Private Collection

The late Rev. Jabez Burns, D.D. 1876. Creator: Unknown
The late Rev. Jabez Burns, D.D. 1876. Portrait of an...active minister of religion, and advocate of the Temperance or Total Abstinence cause...[He] devoted himself to the editorship of

Temperance, 1560. Creator: Cornelis Cort
Temperance, 1560. Series: The Virtues; Plate: plate 3

Messieurs...il nous reste un 43me toast à porter à la Société de Temperance!, 1844. Creator: Honore Daumier
Messieurs...il nous reste un 43me toast a porter a la Societe de Temperance!, 1844. Gentlemen...we still have a 43rd toast to make to the Temperance Society!'. From Les Philanthropes du jour

The Temperance, 1677-1755. Creator: Elias van Nijmegen
The Temperance, 1677-1755. Design for a painting

The Temperance, 1677-1755. Creator: Elias van Nijmegen
The Temperance, 1677-1755. Design for a painting

Rev. James Shera Montgomery, Chaplian [sic] of The House... 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Rev
Rev. James Shera Montgomery, D.D. Chaplain of The House of Representatives - left of The 2 Ministers in Center; W.T.C.U. Group at Capitol, 1917

Rev. James Shera Montgomery, Chaplian [sic] of The House... 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Rev
Rev. James Shera Montgomery, D.D. Chaplain of The House of Representatives - left of The 2 Ministers in Center; W.T.C.U. Group at Capitol, 1917

Temperantia (Temperance), c. 1525. Creator: Master I. B
Temperantia (Temperance), c. 1525

Mrs. Ariel S. H. Bowen [recto], 1902. Creator: Unknown
Mrs. Ariel S. H. Bowen [recto], 1902. African-American writer, temperance activist Ariel Serena Hedges Bowen, professor of music at Clark University in Atlanta

Temperantia (Temperance), c. 1525. Creator: Master I. B
Temperantia (Temperance), c. 1525

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"Temperance: A Historical Journey Towards Sobriety" Step into the bustling streets of Spitalfields, East End of London, in the year 1835. Amongst the crowd stands Gin Juggarnath, a symbol of excess and indulgence that plagued society during this era. Fast forward to 1937, where Sister Marjorie Barnard proudly displays her Temperance Knowledge Examination certificate awarded by the Independent Order of Rechabites. This organization aimed to promote abstinence from alcohol and educate individuals about its harmful effects. In "Is that You, Daddy?" we witness a heart-wrenching scene depicting how alcoholism tears families apart. The Universal Rescue Mission Caravan led by E. H. Smith from Sheffield sought to provide support and guidance for those struggling with addiction. The Deacon Giless Distillery temperance cartoon from the 1830s humorously highlights society's growing awareness of the need for moderation in drinking habits. "The Ravages of Alcohol" showcases the devastating consequences excessive consumption can have on individuals and communities alike. Organizations like the Independent Order of Rechabites - Salford Unity Friendly Soc worked tirelessly to combat these issues. During World War I, Britain abstained from drinking as depicted on a Tatler cover. This period marked a significant shift towards promoting sobriety as an act of patriotism and self-discipline. As women embraced new freedoms in clothing choices with examples like Bloomers, they also played an essential role in advocating for temperance movements across various societies. Nestled amidst Keswick's picturesque landscape lies The Skiddaw Temperance Hotel – a haven for those seeking respite away from temptation while enjoying their stay in Cumbria. Prohibition – The Vision 1920 captures America's bold attempt at eradicating alcohol altogether through legislation. Though ultimately unsuccessful, it remains an iconic moment in history when society grappled with finding balance between personal choices and societal well-being.