Wording Collection

Official wording, Apprenticeship Indenture
Official wording of an Apprenticeship Indenture, between John Henry Watson of 3 Newland Street, Derby, and Messrs John Davis & Son (Derby) Limited

Wales, Cardiff, Cardiff Bay. The Wales Millennium Centre

Christmas Statement (Kind Thoughts), Christmas Card (chromolitho)
730687 Christmas Statement (Kind Thoughts), Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Statement (Kind Thoughts)

Christmas Wording in Ice, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
730914 Christmas Wording in Ice, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Wording in Ice)

LEEDS BUS TICKET
Sixpenny ticket issued by LEEDS CORPORATION. Note the wording, as if for a receipt. Date: unknown

Wording of the 1601 Poor Relief Act
The opening section of the 1601 parliamentary Act for Relief of the Poor which formed the basis of what became known as the Old Poor Law

Hark! the Herald Angels Sing - Christmas Carol. The carol first appeared in 1739 in the collection Hymns and Sacred Poems, having been written by Charles Wesley. Date: circa 1910

Kings Scout certificate
A Kings Scout certificate, with the Royal Crest at the top, signed by King George (V or VI). The wording reads: As a Kings Scout you have prepared yourself for service to God and your fellow-men

WW1 poster, Buy Liberty Bonds
Poster, Buy Liberty Bonds, with a portrait of Abraham Lincoln. circa 1917

God Bless the Prince of Wales
Coloured lantern slide illustrating the Edward VII Prince of Wales with his coat of arms and floral decor around the wording God Bless the Prince of Wales

THE QUEEN AND THE VOLUNTEERS, 1897: An address has been presented to Her Majesty the Queen by the National Artillery Association in this record year of her reign

East Bergholt Church A Shower, East Bergholt, John Constable, 1776-1837, British

Belly Cold - Chinese man causes linguistic confusion
Chinese man causes linguistic confusion... " Belly cold today, miss!" " Well - why don t you tuck your shirt in?" Date: circa 1940

Flying Terms Defined - Flier Education. A jolly cartoon dog demonstrates some flight terminology: Power Diving (attempt to grab a bone thwarted)

Comic Postcard - Slops removed and served
Comic Postcard - A Housemaid removes and empties the slops from a bedroom chamber pot (potty), whilst at the same time a (hopefully different type of)

Lodging House Keeper makes a slight descriptive error
Lodging-House Keeper (to professional lady) - " Which my usband, Miss, is one of the Virgins at the Cathedral!" Date: circa 1890s

19th century Insurance Company Fire Notice, County Fire office, with an image of Britannia with lion and shield

Workers Reply to General Sir Douglas Haig, WW1
Workers Reply to General Sir Douglas Haig -- the wording of a Resolution passed at the Trade Union Conference at Caxton Hall on 18 July 1916

Large painted letters on ancient wall, with statue of the Virgin, and wood shutters, Old Aix, Aix en Provence, Provence, France, Europe

1834 Poor Law Amendment Act
The opening section of the 1834 parliamentary Poor Law Amendment Act which formed the basis of what became known as the New Poor Law

Page from the Easter liturgy, in Latin
A page from the Easter liturgy, written in Latin

Drafting the American Declaration of Independence
Scene at the Drafting the American Declaration of Independence - present are Franklin, Jefferson, Adams, Livingston and Sherman

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"Captivating the Essence of Wording: From Official Documents to Festive Greetings" Discovering the power of precise wording, whether it be in official documents or heartfelt messages, is truly remarkable. In Wales' capital city, Cardiff, nestled by the stunning Cardiff Bay, words come alive and weave tales that resonate with history and culture. From apprenticeship indentures to Christmas statements adorned with kind thoughts, each word carries significance. Delicate chromolitho Christmas cards bring joy during the festive season while preserving tradition. Even a simple Leeds bus ticket can transport us through time and evoke memories. In times of war, powerful phrases like "Buy Liberty Bonds" on WW1 posters rallied support for a noble cause. Meanwhile, blessings were bestowed upon the Prince of Wales as his name echoed across the nation. Looking further back into history reveals how wording shaped society. The 1601 Poor Relief Act laid down regulations that aimed to alleviate poverty and provide assistance to those in need—a testament to compassion expressed through carefully chosen words. Even royalty was not immune to impactful phrasing; an address presented to Her Majesty Queen Victoria in 1897 showcased admiration from devoted volunteers who recognized her dedication. Beyond official matters lies art's eloquence—John Constable's masterpiece capturing East Bergholt Church amidst a shower speaks volumes without uttering a single word. It reminds us that sometimes silence can convey more than any linguistic expression ever could. Lastly, humor transcends language barriers as seen when a Chinese man causes linguistic confusion with his amusingly misinterpreted phrase "belly cold. " Such instances remind us that even unintentional wording mishaps can create moments of shared laughter and connection among diverse cultures. Indeed, within every context imaginable—from legalities and festivities to artistry and cultural exchanges—the power remains undeniable. So let us cherish these intricacies woven into our daily lives as we navigate this world where words hold immense influence over our experiences.