Sydney Morning Herald Collection

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Ship Building-Australia (See Also: Military Gen. Merchant Shipping) - Merchant Shipping. September 19, 1946.

Emperor of Japan - This is a recent photograph of Emperor Hirohito of Japan mounted on his white horse. September 3, 1945. (Photo by U.S. Office of War Information Photo).

Peter Wesley, Manly Baseball junior 1954. July 30, 1954.

Mr. Shunachi Matsumato, first Japanese Ambassador to London since 1941 exchanges handshakes with Mr. Asaki, head of Japan's Mission, and raises his hat to a welcoming committee of 20. at L.A.P. this evening. June 8, 1952. (Photo by Daily Mail Contract Picture).

The blue and white flag of the United Nations flies between the United States flag (at left) and General Douglas MacArthur's five-star general's flag after it was presented to the general at his head-quarters in Tokyo, Japan.General MacArthur is Commander-in-Chief of the United States Amy. Far East Command, and Commanding General for the unified United Nations military forces assisting the Republic of Korea in defense against the North Korean Communist invasion. July 14, 1950. (Photo by United States Information Service).

Zulus Dance Before King -- On right of photo, screened from the sun by the thatched dais, the royal family, March 19, match Zulus in tribal gars performing their ceremonial war dance at Eshowe, Zululand. Brandishing spears, axes and Knobkerries, and incited by a chorus of Zulu woman, they advanced to the edge of the dais. April 01, 1947. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

The Sudanese Women May Vote - Women - as women - have no votes in the Sudan. However, the law gives a vote for the graduates' constituency to all Sudanese persons over 21 who possess certain educational qualifications.There are only eight Sudanese women so far qualified, and here are three of them registering their votes in Omdurman for the graduates' constituency.They are Miss Thoraya Ambabi, Miss Amna Ibrahim Malek, and Miss Malthum 'Omar. All three are teachers in Omdurman. December 3, 1953. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Toledo - Courtyard of the Alcazar is still a place of pilgrimage for tourists. The magnificent old fortress and palace was besieged during the Civil War, and left in ruins. June 1, 1949. (Photo by Steven Henty, Pictorial Press).

The Cortes - Spain's "Parliament" -- General Franco reinstituted the 'Cortes de Espana' in 1942. It is composed of 438 members (procuradores), 13 Ministers, 103 National Counsellors of the Falange, 142 Presidents of the State Council and of the Civil and Military Courts, Representatives of the national syndicates, 102 Mayors of Provincial Capitals and of Ceuta and Melilla, 12 Rectors of Universities, 6 Presidents of the Royal Academies, and 7 representatives of the Institutes of Civil Engineers, Lawyers, Doctors, Chemists, Veterinaries and Architects. August 25, 1954. (Photo by Camera Press).

Sir John Longstaff - Artist. January 20, 1930.

Princess Royal Launches New Battleship at Birkenhead -- A general view of the launch of the "Prince of Wales" as an enormous crowd watches.The Princess Royal launch ad the now 35,000-tone Battleship "Prince of Wales from Cammell Laird's 7ards at Birkenhead, Cheshire.The second of the new George V type the Battleship will have ten 14-inch gun quadruple turrets fore and aft, and 16 5¼-inch guns. She will Be one of the fastest of her class in the world. May 3, 1939.

Aust troops going to Korea. October 5, 1950. (Photo by Bernadette Hudson/Fairfax Media).

A jeep negotiates a "corduroy" road across a swamp. The only successful way of building a road in this type of country. The road is made by placing coconut logs across the swamp, and need constant attention. May 11, 1944.

R. G. Menzies in 1949, immediately after his election victory.Mr. R.G. Menzies at his office in Canberra in 1949 immediately after his election victory. December 20, 1949.

Yehudi Menuhin In London -- Yehudi Menuhin, the boy violinist.Yehudi Menuhin, the 14-year-old boy violinist, and his sisters arrived in London last night. He is expected to play at the Albert Hall on Sunday week. November 21, 1931. (Photo by Wide World Photos).

Hephzibah Menuhin, pianist, who will be heard with the Victorian Synphony Orch under the direction of Juan Jose Castro in, a concert for the Musicians' Benevolent Fund from the Melbourne Town Hall at 9.15.p.m. from 3LO on Wednesday, May 20. May 21, 1953.

Ambassador From Japan -- Mr. Shunichi Matsumoto, the first Japanese Ambassador to Britain since 1941, is pictured at the Japanese Embassy in Belgrave Square London, to-day. His appointment last month followed the ratification by the Powers of the Japanese Peace Treaty, under which Japan resumed her status as an independent and sovereign power. June 10, 1952.

Counting The Damage: Flt-Lt. Gerald Threlfall (right), secretary of the RAF Winter Sports Association, and his brother Bill (Fleet Air Arm) in their hotel room counting up how much money they've got left on the 6th day of their fortnight's stay at St. Moritz. Out of Fr. 180 for the whole period they still have Fr. 80 each; they determine to cut out some of the drinks and pastry. July 24, 1949.

House Sweden. May 30, 1951.

Royal Wedding in Norway:Princess Ragnhild And Her Fiance -- H.R.H. Princes Ragnhild Alexandra, eldest daughter of Crown Princess Martha of Norway, with her fiance Mr. Erling Svend Lorentzen. The Wedding will take place on the 15th May. July 07, 1953. (Photo by Lennart Nilson, Camera Press).

The Anglo-Egyptian Sudan -- The bridge over the White Nile which leads to Omdurman. In the distance is Khartoum. January 1, 1951. (Photo by George Rodger, Camera Press).

Mahdist tribesmen attack the interior Ministry in Khartoum, March 1st. Smoke rises from tear gas bombs (background). Fighting broke out in Khartoum March 1st between pro-Egyptian demonstrators and tribesmen demanding independence for the Sudan. Thirty were killed including the British commandant of the city police force. Before the rioting broke out, Egyptian President Mohammed Naouis had been given an enthusiastic welcome at the airport when he arrived to attend the opening of Parliament. March 16, 1954. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Left: Privates Rosemary Nolan, Betty Renshaw, and Sue Orr send teletype messages. Girl Signallers Helped In Floods - Most of the W.R.A.A.Cs. had previously done a year's course at Victoria Barracks in basic Army training. The course at George's Heights lasted eight months and consisted of instruction in wireless, switchboard and teletype operating under the direction of Eastern Command Signal Squadron C.O. Major H.J. Trick.During the floods the radio operators worked in shifts around the clock keeping in touch with Army units in the flood areas. March 13, 1955.

Lt. Mary Stephens, AAMWS, (left) who has just won her commission, receives a few parting words of advice from a member of the instructional staff of the Army Women's Services Offficers' school, at Darley Vic., Capt. Marjorie Irving. Lt. Stephens was one of a number of N.S.W. girls who successfully completed the course. February 19, 1945. (Photo by Military History Section).

Lifeboat Drill is good fun apparently. This seaman of the Nieuw Zealand was all smiles as he went over the side at Victoria Docks today. November 14, 1938.

Sub-zero winter temperature have brought snow and ice to Korea, and skating and sledging have been popular ***** with the 1st Battalion Royal Australian Regiment serving the true line. These three West Australian digger having a great time with a home-made sledge on the frozen Imjin ***** River are from left to right, Private R B Jones (Gosnells) Privet J Mohnoy (Norseman) and Private G O Penny *****. February 10, 1955. (Photo by Britcom PR Photo).

Pvt. Glenn Brown of Adelaide, Australia smokes during questioning by newsmen at Freedom Village after release by Reds on fourth day of exchange of sick and wounded Pows. April 25, 1953. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

The Queen And Her Cousins -- The Queen and her cousins, Princess Astrid (right) and Princess Ragnhild, Mrs. Lorentzen make a delightful picture at the Royal Palace in Oslo, shortly after the arrival of the British sovereign for her three0day state visit to Norway.The two Princesses are daughters of Crown Prince Olav and grand daughters of King Haakon VII, the Queen's host. June 25, 1955. (Photo by Reuterphoto).

Spanish Keep Eye On Closed Border - Following the closing of the France - Spanish border by France in protest against continuance in power of the Generalissimo Franco Regime, A Spanish porter waits on the Spanish side of the line at Irun (above) to cart across the border the luggage of a Frenchman who was allowed to pass. April 1, 1946. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Theo Zacchini. March 28, 1951.

A Thames Water-Bus Service - The Odelia, during the trial spin.The launch Odelia, used to demonstrate an experimental service of Thames water buses to be operated during the summer months between Putney and Tower Pier. Each boat, built during the past two years as pleasure craft, is 66ft. Long, with a 15ft beam, and can carry 150 to 170 passengers. February 26, 1948. (Photo by L.N.A.).

The first Aussie returned Pow, Pte. J. McCulloch of Milburn, Brisbane, waiting to go ashore at Kure, Japan, after flying from Korea and sailing up the Inland Sea. August 18, 1953. (Photo by British Commonwealth Public Relations Kure, Japan).

Nurses From Greece - Part of an Aust. and N. Z. hospital staff arrive safely in Crete, after being forced out of Greece by the overwhelming German blitz some of the arriving sector shown wearing the hats were wounded whilst embarking and the coverage on *****. June 6, 1941.

H.M. The King Visits Australian Troops in The South Of England - The King chatting to an Australian officer. September 09, 1940. (Photo by London New Agency Photos).

Kulm Hotel At St. Moritz: The flags of Britain and of the RAF are hoisted. July 24, 1949.

The Royal TourFashion Note From South AfricaThese three picturesque native women in full ceremonial dress were among the thousands of natives who demonstrated their loyalty to the King when the Royal Family paid a visit to the New Brighton native township at Port Elizabeth, Cape Province, South Africa. March 08, 1947.

First-Birthday Portrait of Prince Charles With His Mother :A charming first-birthday portrait, by Marcus Adam, of the baby Prince Charles with his mother Princess Elizabeth.The young Prince - who now weighs over 24 pounds, and who is talk for his age - celebrates his birthday on November 14th. November 12, 1949.

Mr. McIvor, M.P. December 15, 1955.

Soon They'll Be Married Themselves -- Princess Margaret will be of the guests this month at the wedding of Princess Regnhild of Norway and her commonder fiance, Mr. Erling Lorentsen, and this picture shows the young couple of the occasion of their visit to the wedding of Glenny Gullikson and Mr. Rolf Alfsen, Sons of Mrs. Alfsen who is a close friend of the Princess, which took place recently in Oslo. May 09, 1953.

Prince Charles & Princess Anne - Together 1950 To 1960 - British Royalty. May 07, 1954. (Photo by Lisa Studios).

The Princess Is Home -- Little Princess Anne is tip-toe with excitement and Prince Charles is obviously admiring the uniforms of the pilots as H.R.H. Princess Margaret shakes hands with the crew of the Stratocruiser Canopus after landing at London Airport today.H.R.H. Princess Margaret today arrived home after her Caribbean Tour. The Royal Children went with H.M. The Queen H.R.H. The Duke of Edinburgh and the Queen Mother to great the Princess at London Airport. March 03, 1955. (Photo by Fox Photos).

The Girls In Bottle Green... If you see a girl in what looks like a 20-guinea outfit... Smartly tailored in bottle green wool gabardine, with bright brass buttons; Coat, single-breasted with an open collar, revealing matching tie and light fawn shirt;Set off by a bottle green beret and almost certainly cut to measure. With sporting black leather bag slung from the shoulder and black shoes. You'll be looking at an Australian WAAC ' in the new uniform the will replace the old drab khaki. May 29, 1951.

Chitral. February 3, 1953.

Aust Troops In Singapore/Malaya - Australian Troops. February 5, 1942.

A.E. Schmidt and Mrs. Topsy, who considered "Peggie & Topsy" Errand Services. January 25, 1943.

Ketches - Yachting. December 31, 1947.

Music, Maestro, Please... These four clever dogs seem to be saying. They are only to happy to beg if Maurice Carre, 11, will play for them. Maurice who looks after them at Chessington, Surrey, hopes in time to teach them to bark a "song". October 31, 1947. (Photo by Mirror Features).

Prince Charles and Princess Anne stayed with the Queen Mother because Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh were touring the Empire. December 20, 1954. (Photo by Lisa).

A jungle shower in the Aitape area, provided by tapping a mountain spring and running water along hollow palm fronds, gives cool comfort to these men. February 13, 1945. (Photo by Australian Official Photograph).

They're Men of The Sea -- men of the Merchant Navy who measure the time between ports in days and nights. And to see just ho wthse sailors fill in their spare time Herald Photographer Graham Welsh and shipping reporter John Fitzgerald made a round-up of overseas ships in Melbourne yesterday.Californian Paul S. Weinberger (left), 6ft. 9in. and weighing 17st. 2lbs. is second officer in the Alemeda. He's at his favourite hobby - placing U.S. Navy Hydrographic Bureau forms in sealed bottles, which he drops overboard at sea. His pastime gives data on ocean currents. January 01, 1954.

Miss Muriel Knee, scanning tickets at Manly Ferry Wharf. January 14, 1942.

Prince Charles & Princess Anne - Together 1950 To 1960 - British Royalty. August 13, 1955. (Photo by Lisa).

T.R.H. Princess Elizabeth And The Duke of Edinburgh With Prince Charles.Taken by Royal Command, photograph shows Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh with Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace. This is the first picture of the family together. May 5, 1949. (Photo by Baron, Baron Photo Centre Ltd.).

Earl Mountbatten - "Uncle Louis" -- lends steadying hand as Prince Charles probes a tempting paddling pool. Lady Mountbatten looks after Princess Anne.Eight days out from Britain on their way to join their parents in North Africa Prince Charles and Princess Anne went ashore at Malta for a picnic and a paddle among the rocky coves of the island. April 26, 1954. (Photo by Daily Mirror).

Men of "A" Coy 3 Bn, Royal Australian Regiment file East their cooks to receive a good hot meal and the over welcome cup of tea. While the snow falls drearily come ***** and the Artic Wind of a Korean winter sweeps through ever the warmest clothing. January 1, 1951. (Photo by Public Relations Section, HQ BCOF Japan).

Inferno: Troops of the Seventh Division, AIF, move across a bridge into the outskirts of burning Balikpapan, rich Borneo oil centre.Borneo was freed by the ***** the rich Dutch East Indies to be recovered, it gave ***** the homeland bases. The enemy's war industries *****. July 12, 1945.

Infantry Training In North-West Area -- Training for Australian soldiers in thick mangrove swamps. Picture show troops advancing cautiously over tangled roots of mangroves in swampy country. August 16, 1943. (Photo by H. Rodda).

Pontresina - Life in the High Alps of Switzerland.The Steinbook Rampant forms part of the coat-of-arms of the canton of Graubunden (Grisons). The steinbook (or ibax) lives in the mountains of Pontresina; there are some 700 of this almost extinct and now state-protected animal, and the Engadin people watch over them with pride and affection. January 22, 1948. (Photo by Pictorial Press).

The Kaohsiung export processing zone, one of Taiwan's largest economic projects, has 153 factories, with 43,552 employees. October 08, 1951.

His Big Moment :Prince Charles went to London's Euston Station to meet his parents today, November 17, on their return from Canada.Here he turns his face up to chat with his mother, Princess Elizabeth, at left is the Queen, his grandmother. February 13, 1952. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

The Holiday Is Over -- The Royal children provided this charming study on Monday, May 31st, as they posed for the cameramen outside Ballater Station.The Royal Children, Prince Charles and Princess Anne, have been enjoying a holiday at Balmoral, Scotland, with their parents, the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh, but holidays must come to an end so the young children are driven to ballater station for the long journey to London. June 02, 1954. (Photo by Paul Popper; Paul Popper Ltd.).

Sea Men & Women Ships Personell - Merchant Shipping. July 05, 1941.

Liberated civilians getting away from battle and Australian going into battle mix on a Tarakan beach shortly after the landing. May 21, 1945. (Photo by Australian Official Photo).

British C-In-C's Visit Probable Future Dictator Of Chinese Municipality Of Shanghai -- General Iwane Matsui (centre), commander of the Japanese army forces operating in the Shanghai area and probable future dictator of the Chinese Municipality of Greater Shanghai. This photograph was taken on the occasion of the friendly call by Admiral Sir Charles Little (left) and Major General A. P. D. Telfer-Smollett, respectively commander-in-Chief of British Naval Forces and Commander-in-Chief of British military forces in Shanghai. It is reported that the diminutive Japanese general kept his two distinguished British callers waiting for fifteen minutes. December 1, 1937. (Photo by Keystone).

The Drum Carnival In Basle -- The huge weirdly attired figure of the Drum Major leads one of the Drum Clubs during the Carnival procession through the streets of Basle.A feature of the annual Carnival at Basle Switzerland, is the parade of the Drummers. The Baslese fashion of drumming is unique in the whole world and there are about thirty Clubs where this curious "art" is taught all the year round.All practice is carried out on felt pads to ***** the noise but for a month before the carnival, all restrictions are removed and the drummers really let themselves go. January 24, 1950.

W.R.A.A.C. Training Camp at Kapooka -- In the Clerical training section Louise Alexander, Joyce Pendleton, and Margaret Whiteside concentrate on their Typewriters. April 19, 1955. (Photo by Alec Iverson/Fairfax Media).

A.A.M.W.S. lined up at the 130 A.G.H. at Eta Jima to farewell Lt. Col. C. Yeatman former C.O. homeward bound for Australia. November 19, 1946. (Photo by Tolra Pictures).

A.W.A.S. August 23, 1944.

Gomez Caught By McIntyre Off Brown -- Gerry Gomez (Trinidad) caught behind the wicket by England wicket-Keeper Arthur McIntyre (Surrey) off the bowling of F.R. Brown, the England captain, after scoring 74 runs for West Indies at he Oval, London, to-day (Monday), second day of the fourth and final test Match. August 14, 1950. (Photo by Reuterphoto).

Smiling Newlyweds. Actress Marilyn Maxwell and screen writer Jerry Davis enter a car outside Community Church, New York, after their marriage recently. The couple plan to settle in Hollywood and will honeymoon at Apapulca. November 26, 1954.

Australia Merchant Shipping. September 19, 1946.

A new weapon for men of 3Bn Royal Australian Regiment, in Japan, the American Bazooka (anti-tank gun) here Sgt. Muggleton and Sgt. Beavis H.E. of 79 George Street Parramatta NSW practice loading the bazooka.The British Commonwealth Occupation Force in Japan is being raised to war time strength and 3 Bn Royal Australian Regiment has been training intensively for the type of terrain which will have to be covered in Korea. September 13, 1950. (Photo by Public Relations Section, HQ BCOF Japan).

Women's Army Medical Service (A.A.M.W.S.) - Australian Military. July 10, 1939.

Womens Royal Australian Army Corps. - (W.R.A.A.C.) - Australian Troops.January 16, 1955. (Photo by Leighton).

Pontresina -- Life in the High Alps of Switzerland.A Horse-Drawn Cab Moves Out Of Post-Square, centre of the village main street. Bank is on left, post-office facing. January 22, 1948. (Photo by Pictorial Press).

Athenia Survivors Landed In Eire From Norwegian Ship -- One of the ten stretcher cases being lowered to the tender from the "Knot Nelson". These original pictures show the landing of 430 survivors of the torpedoed British liner "Athenian from the Norwegian tanker "Kraut Nelson" in Galway, Eire. There were ten stretcher cases. September 06, 1939.

South Africa - Sport. February 02, 1951. (Photo by Henry Murray).

Police Charge Meeting -- Women fall to ground as baton-wielding police charge a protest meeting in front of the city hall in Johannesburg, South Africa. Melee ensued after police arrested E. S. Sachs, veteran labor organizer, who was addressing a meeting called to demonstrate against a Ministry of Justice order to Sachs to quit his post as general secretary of the Garment Workers Union. Although melee took place May 24, these pictures have just become available in the United States by mail from South Africa. June 26, 1952. (Photo by AP Wirephoto).

The road to Damascus... memories of Paul and John the Baptist.I felt excited, if not a little nervous, on this one-day trip from Beirut to Damascus.However, I am happy to report that an automobile excursion to the Syrian capital is quite simple to arrange these days.Road leading into Damascus. The oldest city in the world. June 23, 1941.

The "Buried Cities" Of Ceylon -- The "floral altar" at Polonnarua is enclosed in a stone post-and rail fence and surrounded by curved pillars, unknown elsewhere in Ceylon. July 18, 1942. (Photo by Paul Popper).

The Royal Tour: Ceylon - Kandy Lake -- H.M. The Queen and H.R.H. The Duke of Edinburgh will visit Kandy from the 18th to 20th April, 1954. The town of Kandy lies in a valley among hills, and is itself at an altitude of some 1500 ft. This artificial lake is just beside the town. Some native women pause by the balustrade, gazing across the water to the "Temple of the Tooth".A view of Kandy Lake, looking across to the "Temple of the Tooth." April 12, 1954. (Photo by Rosemary Gilliat, Camera Press).

The girls form a star and, as Noeline dives into the centre, they disappear underwater. July 21, 1949.

These have not been paid for except for ***** woman was used 6 (not enclosed) of the series for where reproduction ***** has been paid. Studio Lisa (London) said. We may keep there for future use. May 04, 1955.

Princess Elizabeth And Queen Mary Visits Diamond Cutters -- Princess Elizabeth is seen examining her 54-carat pink diamond that was given her as a wedding gift by Dr. H.T. Williamson, a Canadian who owns diamond mines in mother, Queen Mary, They are at a diamond cutting factory at clerkenwell green London, today March 10, where the stone is being cut. April 08, 1948. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Cockroaches. "The Future rules of the World". January 1, 1945.

C-In-C Japan's Forces In Central ***** Visits ***** Soldiers -- General Iwane Matsui, the Commander-in-Chief of the forces in Central China, photographed (right) wearing ***** knitted by the Empress of Japan, chatting to a Japanese soldier when he visited the hospital in ***** by staff officers. February 15, 1938. (Photo by Keystone).

Boers resting. July 21, 1949.

Buildings Of South Africa -- The new and modern Post Office in Cape Town, South Africa. July 01, 1946. (Photo by Fox Photos).

In a mountainous setting - Tea Estates in the hills, near Nuwara Eliya - Ceylon. March 8, 1950.

Natives Defy Josburg Curfew - Civil Disobedience Arrests :Demonstrators give the defiance sign as some of their arrested comrades are driven away in a heavily-guarded-police wagon - with armed men on the tailboard - after an organized march in defiance of curfew regulations was broken up in Johannesburg. The march and curfew - breaking were part of the passive resistance campaign conducted by non-Europeans against the race segregation laws. According to a recent estimate by a leader of the defiance action campaign committee, more than 2,000 people were in prison. September 02, 1952. (Photo by Reuterphoto).

Playwright Anita Loos. January 1, 1953. (Photo by Associated Press Newsphoto).

Big Boy ... "Avalanche," champion White Flemish Giant, tips the scale at 21 pounds. Pelt of the Flemish Giant is luxurious and is seven times as warm as sheep's wool in proportion to weight. December 5, 1943. (Photo by International News Photos).

Occupation troops, of the 81st Infantry Division, march into Hirosaki, nead Aomori, Japan, with a Japanese policeman to guide them into the city. Scenes such as this, are typical as the American Forces' take up their zones of occupation. February 25, 1946. (Photo by US Signal Corps Photo).

Runaway Child Actress -- Lora Lee Michael, nine-year-old veteran of 17 movie roles, is held by Sheriff's deputy M. T. Johnson with Dep. Bess Bailey after the child fled in nightclothes From home of her foster parents. Lora Lee told deputies that her foster mother, Mrs. Lorraine Miche1,55, withheld food from her so that she could keep size down for small girl roles, Mrs. Michel denied charge emphatically. March 14, 1950. (Photo by AP Wirephoto).

Russian Arms On View In London -- A 12.7m.m Degtyarev, Heavy Machine Gun, Model 1938. Weight, including mounting 397 1bs, effective range 3,860 yds and rate of fire 126 rounds per minute. Russian equipment, captured from the Communists in Korea was on view on the Horse Guards Parade to-day for one week. It is the first time the equipment has been shown anywhere. July 02, 1951.

Japanese Ambassador Leaves -- The Japanese ambassador in London, Mr. Shunichi Matsumoto, waves farewell at London Airport as he returns to Tokyo for consultations. February 27, 1954.

Mrs. Daryl Zanuck, Elsa Maxwell, Daryl Zanuck. December 01, 1954.

A section of the crowd who for the first time were able to watch a Test Match from the New Grandstand at Newlands to-day. When completed this grandstand will accommodate 9,000 spectators. September 29, 1953.

The Good And The Bad Will Be Destroyed.An African doctors house in the area to be demolished first... It borders the white suburb of Westdene.The African National congress is expected to lead country-wide "Industrial Action" in protest against the South African Government's determination to begin the forcible evacuation of 60,000 natives from the western areas of Johannesburg. Due to start next month.The first victims of the "Creeping Destruction" of Sophiatown have received their notices to quit. January 12, 1955. (Photo by Paul Popper, Paul Popper Ltd.).

King And Queen Drive Through Edinburgh - The King and Queen in their royal carriage, during the drive through Edinburgh.The King and Queen travelled north yesterday for a nine day's stay at the palace of Holyrood house, in Edinburgh. Driving in an open carriage through flower-bedecked princess street, the King and Queen were accorded a right royal reception. July 10, 1934. (Photo by Keystone).

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