Sydney Morning Herald Collection

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Family Favourite -- Charlotte Clementine, Aged six weeks, month and latest grandchild of British Premier Sir Winston Churchill, holds the firm interest of her own immediate family - mother, Mary Soames, father, Captain Christopher Soames, sister Emma, 4½, and brothers Nicholas, 6½, and Jeremy, 2, at their home at Chartwell Farm, Westerham, Kent. Captain Soames is Member of Parliament for the Bedford Division of Bedfordshire. Mrs. Soames is the daughter of Sir Winston and Lady Churchill. August 25, 1954. (Photo by Reuterphoto).

The Premier's youngest daughter 19 year old Mary Churchill. Is now a private in the A.T.S. soon she will be on operational duty with an A.A. unit. When she joined up her father said that he wanted no favours shown to her. June 10, 1941. (Photo by The New York Times).

U.S. Constitution Moved To National Archives -- A military escort carries the Constitution of the United States into the National Archives building here today after its transfer from the Library of Congress. In background is the armored car in which the priceless documents were transported under military guard. The documents are encased in six helium-filled cases and will be permanently housed in what is believed to be the World's largest safe. December 13, 1952. (Photo by AP Wirephoto).

World's Most Powerful Bomber -- The Avro 698. This recent photo has just been released. The delta winged Avro 698 Four ***** Bomber is considered to be the most ***** in the world. It carries a bigger ***** load and flies higher faster and ***** than any of its rivals. September 2, 1952. (Photo by Paul Popper).;World's Most Powerful Bomber -- The Avro 698. This recent photo has just been released. The delta winged Avro 698 Four ***** Bomber is considered to be the most ***** in the world. It car

Their War On Forest Fires -- The New Forest, Hampshire, Commissioners are introducing modern fire-fighting methods into their existent equipment and routine. New 'recruits' in the battle against forest fires are two wireless-equipped Land Rovers with trailer pumps in tow, a permanent radio-equipped fire tower at Emery Down near Lyndhurst, and walkie-talkie apparatus for forest workers, who will now add fire-prevention with modern equipment to their routine work. Main radio towers will cover most of the Forest. Whilst major outbreaks will be the concern of the district fire brigades, these new methods will, it is fele, prevent many big fires. During unusually hot weather, fire towers will be manned from dawn to dusk. April 5, 1955. (Photo by Reuterphoto).

"Combined Operation": Diagram for use in combined operations book: "The Raid on Bruneval ". Must not be sent to North America. August 9, 1943. (Photo by British Official Photograph).

Dr.Grantly Dick-Read, British Obstetrician -- Originator of a campaign for ''Natural Childbirth'' on which he has lectured and written for many years. Has retired from practice and is now studying natural methods of childbirth as practiced among primitive peoples. April 13, 1955. (Photo by Max Ehlert,Camera Press).

First Free French Fighter Squadron of the R.A.F. The Free French Air Force in Great Britain is composed of former members of the Armee De L'Air, the Free French Air Arm, who all had remarkable escapes at the time of the French collapae in June 1940, and of ***** who have volunteered since that date, coming from all parts of the world. The force is under the command of General De Brigade Aerienne Martial Valin, whose rank corresponds with that of Air Commodore in the R.A.F. Hitherto the free French airman have been distributed among R.A.F. Squadrons but now, the first Free French fighter Squadron has been formed. May 01, 1944.

Roderick Jones - Authoress - Personalities. April 20, 1948.

Sheikh Zaid of Buraimi photographed in London today. He spourned a bribe of £30m, offered by King Ton Saud who wanted to acquire the rich oil land of the Buraimi Oasia so that Aramoo, the American oil company, might work the deposits. Two members of the tribunal endeavouring to so out the sovreignty of this land, resigned after attempt had been made to tamper with the impartiality of the sitting. October 06, 1955.

Czechs Flee To Prague Shelter -- Frenzied Dash From Sudeten Areas.Czech Refugees-grey-haired men and wide-eyed children are among them--resting after the flight in the shelter of the Masaryk Stadium, near Prague, Czech capital. They are in an improvised dormitory.Every day new batches of Czechs fleeing from the Sudeten areas of Czechoslovakia are arriving in and around Prague, the capital. Three thousand were already being carried for on September 18 at the Masaryk Stadium, near Prague. September 19, 1938. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

He built a model rocket-boat to test. December 15, 1954.

One of the artist's most recent models is a rocket-propelled helicopter with a 4-blade rotor driven by two loz motors. December 15, 1954.

Fires burning in the mountains to the north- *****. Variations in the percentage of protected forests burnt each year. The area of coniferous plantations is increasing rapidly, but the percentage burnt is fairly constant. February 22, 1932. (Photo by Stuart William MacGladrie/Fairfax Media).

"The Right-Hand Woman" - Mrs. Farmaner sawing out wood as a carpenter. Mrs. Farmaner aged 28, two years ago was evacuated with her two children to Idford near Newton Abbot. She found time hanging on her hands, so tried her hand at gardening, with very pleasing results. She then told the local builder that she would like to help with building and repairs to country property; he gave her a trial, and she is now the right hand woman, of Mr. G. Hamilton to the village builder at Idford. September 2, 1942. (Photo by London News Agency Photos Ltd.).

Queen Mary And Duke And Duchess Of Kent Attend Gala Performance At Coliseum -- The Grand Duchess Xenia of Russia kissing Queen Mary's hand on her Majesties arrival at the Theatre. Queen Mary and the Duke and Duchess of Kent this evening attended the gala performance of the Ballets De Monte Carlo, at the Coliseum Theatre in aid of the grand Duchess Xenia of Russia's summer camp for children. May 31, 1937. (Photo by Keystone).

***** R.M.S. Iberia - 29,600 tons. Tourist Class Smoking Room. November 02, 1954.

Magnificent cedar panelling in entrance was covered by brewery lessees with ugly varnish. Wood has now been cleaned and French-polished to bring out its 75-year-old beauty. November 15, 1952.;Magnificent cedar panelling in entrance was covered by brewery lessees with ugly varnish. Wood has now been cleaned and French-polished to bring out its 75-year-old beauty.

Patterned By Huge TNT Blast -- The earth shoots skyward in this unusual pattern, May 229 as Army engineers detonate 160 tons of TNT in the most powerful non-atomic explosion in history on desert of western Utah. May 28, 1951. (Photo by AP Wirephoto).

There will be no change in Japan's attitude on the naval disarmament question even after hearing a detailed report from Vice Admiral Yamamoto who returned here this afternoon from London, accomplishing his duties as Japanese Navy representative at London Naval disarmament parley. February 12, 1935. (Photo by Shimbun Rengo News Photos Service).

College ship Bonwit Teller for New York City. October 27, 1947. (Photo by Hans Van Nes).

Famous Portrait Artist to Give One Woman Show.Mrs. Flora Lion is to exhibit a New Portrait of H.M. the with other portraits of famous people at an exhibition of her work at the Knoedlers Gallery this month - opening April 25th.Flora Lion's new portrait of H.M. The Queen. June 3, 1940. (Photo by Sport & General Press Agency, Limited).

Duke's Hunting Birthday -- The Duke of Gloucester celebrated his 30th birthday yesterday (31/3/30). He spent happy hours with the Quorn Hounds. October 8, 1934.

Switches To Drama --- Ernst Lubitsch's first talking production with a serious theme is Paramount's "The Man I Killed," featuring Lionel Barrymore, winner of the Academy of Motion picture arts and Sciences actor's award for 1931; Nancy Carroll and Phillips Holmes. Lubitsch's previous directorial efforts since the advent of sound have been confined to lighter and more sophisticated pictures such as "The Love Parade," "Monte Carlo" and "The Smiling Lieutenant." December 07, 1947. (Photo by C.E. Gatward, Paramount Film Service Limited.).

Two Warships Refuel Together -- Refuelling together from the same Fleet Auxiliary, Blue Ranger (far right) are HMS Armada (D14) and HMS Vigo (foreground).The Vigo is taking in oil from a pipe trailed astern of the Blue Ranger.The exercise took place during replenishment and transfer at sea practices carried out off the coast of Malta recently by units of the British Mediterranean Fleet. May 12, 1952. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Lost Weight -- John Bromwich and Colin Long Photographed at Wimbledon. Recent cables stated that Bromwich's loss of weight had alarmed team-mates. He looks thinner in this picture than during the last Australian season. June 29, 1947.

Duke Leads The World -- In the lead... Geoff Duke on a 500 C.C. Gilera, leads the field during the Italian Grand Prix.Geoff Duke, who won the Italian grand Prix at Monza on Sunday, new leads in the 500 class world championships. September 10, 1953. (Photo by Paul Popper, Paul Popper Ltd.).

Queen Tours Shipyard Before 'Ark Royal' Launch -- The Queen passes a ship's propeller as she walks through the Cammell Laird yards to the launching platform to-day.The Queen launched the new 'Ark Royal', Britain's most powerful aircraft carrier, from the Birkenhead (Cheshire) yards of Cammell, Laird to-day (Wednesday). Watching from grandstand seats were officers and men of the old 'Ark Royal', the gallant carrier so often 'Sunk' by Dr. Goebbels, that finally met her end in the Mediterranean in 1941. May 03, 1950. (Photo by Reuterphoto).

The Armistice -- Queen Mary and the Duke and Duchess of Kent leaving Whitehall with the rest of the Royal Party after the Armistice ceremony at the Cenotaph this morning. November 11, 1938. (Photo by Fox Photos Ltd.).

Czech Crisis: Scene in Sudenenland.Armed police guarding a shop in Eger during the disturbances which took place this week-end. October 13, 1938.

Lord Londonderry Goes Shooting With King Carol -- (Left to right): Lord Londonderry, Commander Fundateano, adjutant to the Crownprince, and Crownprince Michael, photographed during the shoot.Absenting themselves for a day from the Rumanian army Manoeuvres, King Carol and Crownprince Michael went shooting with Lord Londonderry, former British Minister for air, who, with Lady Londonderry, is the guest of Prince Bibesco here. Lady Marie Stewart and MME Bibesco also attended. October 16, 1936. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Americans Pierce Siegfried Line In Roetgen AreaThe first American Jeep to cross the German frontier stops at the Railroad Station in Roetgen September 14, 1944. American forces blasted a path through the outer concrete and steel fortifications of the Siegfried line in the vicinity of the German City a few miles inside the border. October 23, 1944. (Photo by Office of War Information).

King and Queen See U.S. St. Leger Victory -- Their Majesties The King and Queen walking in The Paddock at Doncaster today, September 11. Seen At Extreme right of Picture is the Princess Royal.Their Majesties The King and Queen were present at Doncaster, Yorkshire, today September 11, to see Britain's richest ever race, the St. Leger Stakes, won in brilliant fashion by the American Bred Colt Black Tarquin, owned by William Woodward of New York. The Race is Worth £15,268 to The Winner. October 19, 1948. (Photo by Associated Press Photo)

Churchill Goes North With A 'V' -- Mr. Winston Churchill making his 'V for Victory' sign at King's Cross Station , London, to-day (Monday) as he left for Huddersfield to continue his campaign for the General election. October 15, 1951. (Photo by Reuterphoto).

Corvettes - Australian Navy. November 18, 1941.

District nurses output included all first-aid and sickbed equipment. Fresh dressings, clean bandages, specific medicines are all bought to the patient by the nurse. November 27, 1950.;District nurses output included all first-aid and sickbed equipment. Fresh dressings, clean bandages, specific medicines are all bought to the patient by the nurse.

Cathdral Is Filled For Cardinal's Services -- Here was the scene in St. Patrick's cathedral Sept. 6 as 5,000 people attended the services in conjunction with the removal of the body of the late Patrick Cardinal Hayes from the archiepiscopal residence to its place of honor in the cathedral where vespers for the dead were read to begin three days of services. The body may be seen in the Aisle, surrounded by priests. June 9, 1938. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Rev. Lo Shui Kwong, Pastor of Chinese Presbyterian Church, Campbell St. Sydney, in pulpit. He gives Serrick in ***** translate into English at ***** for benefit of Aust. Boin Chinese, many of when do not speak sufficient Chinese to understand Serrick. April 01, 1946. ;Rev. Lo Shui Kwong, Pastor of Chinese Presbyterian Church, Campbell St. Sydney, in pulpit. He gives Serrick in ***** translate into English at ***** for benefit of Aust. Boin Chinese, many of when do not speak sufficient Chinese to

Tucson - America. January 1, 1954. (Photo by Look Magazine).

Australian Consul General Speaks - Lt. Gen. E.K. Smart (at microphone), Australian Consul General in New York, speaks at rededication ceremonies for Anzac Garden atop the British Empire Building in radio city, New York, Apr. 22, as Miss Nola Luxford (left center), wartime President and founder of Anzac Club of New York City who presided at the ceremonies, looks on. Soldiers are members of U.S. Air Force color guard. In background is St. Patrick's (R.C.) Cathedral. The garden is in memory of Australian and New Zealand troops who fell in action during World War I. April 22, 1951. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Key to "Iberia" Sectional Drawing 1. Captain Accommodation2. Officer's accommodation3. Observation longe4. Nursery5. Library and writing room *****. 18. Tourist class dance room19. Tourist class music room20. Tourist class lounge21. Tourist class cabins22. Tourist class dining saloon23. Laundry24. Kitchens, galley, etc.,25. Engine room26. Boiler room27. Insulated space28. and 31 stores29. Crow space30. Crow ***** room. November 02, 1954.

They've Come Down to Tea - Coming down for tea - parachutists making their descent find the Y.M.C.A. tea car ready for them with a cup of tea. One of the most unusual Y.M.C.A. centres Britain to-day is a small hut standing in the middle of a parachute training school where the instructions of future paratroops make their own initial jumps. The women workers at the Centre often work from 6 a.m. until midnight, so great is the demand for cakes and tea. June 03, 1942. (Photo by Fox Photos)

Paul Winchell. June 16, 1953. (Photo by Look Magazine).

James Roosevelt. September 13, 1955. (Photo by Look Magazine).

Solomon Islands - Population - Men. December 30, 1948.

Kramer's defence council, Major T.C.M. Winwood, of reading, who was a London sclicitor before joining the army, speaks to the beast of Belsen, during the first days trial at Luneberg.The first of the war criminal trials to be held in Germany, began on September 17 at Luneburg, when Josef Kramer, "The Beast of Belsen" took his stand in the specially prepared courtroom at Lunenburg, together with 29 men and 19 women who will also be charged with the ill-treatment of allied war prisoners. October 15, 1945. (Photo by Associated Press Photo)

Gould's monitors East Alligator Riv. Eric Worrell. February 13, 1952.

Charles Butler - Airman. December 08, 1955.

Dorothy Brunton. March 26, 1931.

Cubans Honor Submarine Victims -- Several thousand Cubans watched before the Capitol in Havana as the funeral procession for eight Cuban seamen, killed in the sinking of two Cuban merchant ships by a Nazi submarine, began to move to the cemetery Aug. 20. August 24, 1942. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Behind a strong last-minute move to have Lewis Jones included in Britain's Rugby League team for Australia is Hector Rawson, manager of the last two sides to visit there.Lewis Jones, ***** on their combination in passing the ball at training. They are two of the three named for the centre three quarters position in today's match. July 01, 1954.

Sir Earle Page representing Australia with Mr. Churchill.The first meeting of the London Pacific War Council held, today at No. 10 Downing Street, London. Ministerial representatives of Australia, New Zealand, and Holland attended with Mr. Winston Churchill. May 20, 1942. (Photo by Sport & General Press Agency, Limited).

The Australian destroyer HMAS "Norman"'s 4.7 guns and the crew in action during a practice shoot in Australian waters. April 26, 1944.

Tom Kirk swings into action during one of his many appearance in the woodchopping ring of Sydney's Royal Easter Show. December 7, 1954.

Canada's National War Memorial Completed - The national war memorial which was completed here this week- all that now remains before its unveiling next summer by King George VI when he visits Canada is to landscape the grounds. The monument, on which Sydney, Walter and Percival March have worked since 1925 when Vernon March, their late and youngest brother, won the contest for the design, will cost $300,000. October 27, 1938. (Photo by Wide World Photo).

Producer Robert Whitehead smiles his appreciation as Susan reads him a trial script. Although she concentrates hard, she looks relaxed and happy. She likes corny serials. July 8, 1955. (Photo by Look Magazine).

Duke Of Connaught Attends Rehearsal Of Tidworth Tattoo At Rushmoor Arena, Tidworth. The Duke of Connaught, patron of the Tattoo, greeted by officers on his arrival at the Arena, to watch the rehearsal. July 29, 1936. (Photo by The Topical Press Agency Ltd.).

Queen Mary At Newnham College, Cambridge -- Queen Mary with Miss Elisabeth Scott, one of the architects. September 07, 1938.

Princess Royal arriving at the Palace. State Banquet at Buckingham Palace in honour of the King and Queen of Sweden. June 28, 1954. (Photo by Ray Sharpe/Fairfax Media).

Singapore's £1,000,000 Airport from the air What the concrete "apron" on which are the terminal building and hangars looks like from the air. December 06, 1937.

Noel Ryan - Swimming. January 29, 1934.

Duke on Franz Josef Glacier, SWitzerland. January 28, 1935. (Photo by The Weekly News).

"Sledge Riding In Madeira" -- A party just starting on the long sledge ride to the base of the mountain.Visitors to Madeira, always pay a visit to the mountain Terreira da Lueta, which dominated Funchal, the chief town and port of Madeira. After the visit they descend the mountainside, which is 3000ft high, by means of huge basket work sledges, controlled by two natives, who grease the runners en route. The descent is made on a road of smooth cobble stones. January 20, 1931. (Photo by Photo Press).

Mr. Peter Lawford who arrived by B.O.A.C. tonight to make the "Kangaroo". November 2, 1950. (Photo by Bert Power/Fairfax Media).

The P.M. and a section of the huge crowd.Ve day Prime Minister addresses Whitehall crowd. From a balcony in the ministry of health building in Whitehall Mr.Churchill addresses a huge crowd. members of the Cabinet were with him on the balcony. June 04, 1945. (Photo by Sport & General Press Agency Limited).

Princess Royal Attends 4th Wrac Conference -- The Princess Royal (centre) with Brig. Dame Mary Tyrwhitt, D.B.E, Director W.R.A.C. and Col. M.F. Coulshead C.B.E. (glasses) who succeeds Brig Tyrwhitt on Jan 1st, as Director. H.R.H The Princess Royal, Controller Commandant of the Women's Royal Army Corps today attended the 4th Conference of Directors WRAC at the Landsdown Club, Berkeley Square. December 15, 1950. (Photo by Fox Photos)

Queen Mother To Visit USA And Canada -- This Portrait of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother was made especially for her forthcoming visit to USA and Canada.Her Majesty sails from England Aboard The Liner Queen Elizabeth on October 21, arrives in New York October 26, and will Thereafter visit Washington before proceeding to Ottawa (Canada).At the Invitation of President Eisenhower The Queen Mother will stay at the White House from November 4 to 6. She leaves New York aboard the Liner Queen Mary November 18 en route back to England. October 4, 1954. (Photo by Associated Press Photo)

Steamers of Eighty Different Lines Serve the busy Port of Singapore. December 16, 1941.

Man's Curiosity And Science Tactile Violent Volcano -- A close view of Mt. Asama belching forth fire and smoke -- as close as you could approach without getting scorched, and maybe horribly deluged if the wind decides to blow hitherward. October 1, 1939. (Photo by Japan Photo Library).

H.R.H. The Duke of Gloucester cutting the ribbon to release the first plane to fly the regular England Australia air route with the unique gold scissors presented to him for the purpose by tile Prime Minister. The climax of the ceremony at Archerfield aerodrome yesterday morning (Monday). December 17, 1934.

Royal Pet. October 10, 1954.

Queen Mother at Rededication of Temple Church -- Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother with the Archbishop of Canterbury.Dr. Geoffrey Fisher, when she attended the service of rededication of the Temple Church, London, to-day (Tuesday). The famous church is now officially 'open' for the first time since it was bombed in 1941.The choir, which holds nearly 300, has been completely restored, but the work of renovation still to be done at the church is expected to take another two years. March 23, 1954. (Photo by Reuterphoto).

One of the Dudler flats shantes 10 tenants have been ordered to ***** for ***** works. July 04, 1938.;One of the Dudler flats shantes 10 tenants have been ordered to ***** for ***** works.

Australian Golf team opens its New Zealand tour by defeating the Auckland representative team. W.W.Smith (Auckland) left; and W. Ackland-Horman (Aust) at the end of their singles match *****. October 8, 1952. (Photo by The N.Z.Herald).;Australian Golf team opens its New Zealand tour by defeating the Auckland representative team. W.W.Smith (Auckland) left; and W. Ackland-Horman (Aust) at the end of their singles match *****.

Marie Lohr, Ralph Lynn, Robertson Mare and Norma Varden in a scene from ton Walls new Gainsborough comedy. April 30, 1934.;Marie Lohr, Ralph Lynn, Robertson Mare and Norma Varden in a scene from ton Walls new Gainsborough comedy.

Moustaches. March 20, 1946.

The final touches to a new shoe is done by Albert under the supervision of Mr. Roach. Blacksmithing is one of the trades in which there is a serious shortage of apprentices. November 02, 1950.

Canadian Premier at Nazi Meeting -- Mr. Mackenzie King (left) with Dr. Ley (centre) and Herr Hans Von Tschammer-Osten, German Sports Leader, at the meeting of the German Labour front at the ***** Stadium, in Berlin. Dr. Ley, on this occasion, announced that participation in active sports would in future be cumpulsory to every Great German firm.Mr. Mackenzie King, the Canadian Premier, paid a visit of several days Herr Hitler and prominent members of the Nazi Cabinet. July 01, 1937. (Photo by Keystone).

Young listeners help Keith Smith to celebrate the second birthday of his session "A Word from Children". A special birthday programme will be broadcast on Saturday, January 3, at 9-45 p.m. from 2FC-2NA. January 2, 1953. (Photo by Norman L. Danvers).

Letter From America (December) -- At dusk each Christmas Eve, whether he is in Washington or in Independence, Missouri, the President lights the Community Christmas Tree on the South lawn of the White House. The ceremonies are witnessed by several thousand persons, many of them children. If he is in Independence, the President lights the tree by pressing a button that sets off the 800 glittering lights 1,000 miles away. The tree is a symbol of all community Christmas trees in the United States. October 11, 1949.

Rocket Camera Photographs Earth's Curvature - At an altitude of about 57 miles, sequence camera in Aerobee rocket fired at White Sands Proving Grounds made this picture plainly showing the curvature of the earth and the ground haze around it. This is part of a strip in which a 1,400-mile area-from Wyoming into Mexico-was filmed. October 19, 1948. (Photo by AP Wirephoto).

Indian Personalities: Madame Vijay Lakshmi Pandit According to Press reports Madame Pandit will he Indias next High Commissioner to the United Kingdom; President of the United Nations General Assembly until September 21. 1954. August 9, 1954. (Photo by Jitendra Arya, Camera Press).

King Takes The Salute At Great National Services Rally -- Steel helmeted A.R.P. warders marching past the King and Queen and Queen Mary standing on the saluting bage. The King accompanied by the Queen took the salute yesterday at the Great National Service Rally held in Hyde Park. 20,000 men and woman representing two million volunteers from various organisations for defence, marched past their Majesties. July 03, 1939. (Photo by Keystone).

The Queen At Wimbledon Semi-Finals -- The Queen following with great interest the game between Von Cramm and Budge at Wimbledon today July 3. The Queen attended the Wimbledon championship meeting this afternoon. Her Majesty arrived during the Semi-Final match between Baron Von Cramm (Germany) and D. Budge (U.S.A) and was greeted by a burst of cheering. August 12, 1935. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

At American Australian Association Lunch -- Percy C. Spender, New Australian Ambassador to the United States (center) is guest of honor at a luncheon at the University Club, New York City, June 11, Given by the American Australian Association. Left to right: John D. Hickerson, Assistant Secretary of State, Myron M. Cowen, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines and former Ambassador to Australia; Ambassador Spender; Sir Keith Murdoch, President of the Australian American Association and publisher of the Melbourne Herald and Mr. Edward E. Robbins, President of the American Australian Association. November 6, 1951. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Peggy Guggenheim in Venice Mrs. Guggenheim shows also this painting of a really new conception. "Interior" is its title and the artist's name is Pageen ***** Peggy's daughter of the first marriage. January 11, 1949. (Photo by Interfoto).

The Worells' skilled hands milk a king brown, usually mistaken for the much-feared taipan. The venom is sent to the Commonwealth Serum Laboratories for experimental purposes. February 14, 1952.

The Stalingrad Sword. Picture Show: The Royal Coat of Arms and Lonogram and the Russian Stars, which decorate the soabbard. Holding the soabbard is Mr. L.G. ***** responsible for the gold and silver ***** on the soabbard. Putting The Finishing Touches To The King's Gift To The "Steel-Hearted Citizens of Stalingrad". The Two-Handed sword of Honour. to be presented ***** His Majesty the King to Stalingrad is now Completed and on View at the Goldsmith's Hall. These Pictures show the experts who have made it. ***** the finishing touches. January 03, 1943. (Photo by I.N.A.)

Despatch Rides - US Troops. October 05, 1942.

One of Brisbane's three woman bread carters is Mrs. Marjorie Miller, who works at a Newmarket bakery. Mrs. Miller says she took the job because she did not like inside work. Here she is on the job. March 30, 1955.

Fast Company -- After leaving the boathouse, the freshman crew has an awkward moment as oars are put into position. The slender racing shells and capable oarsmen are a far cry from the early days of Wellesley College crews. In the 1880's the boats were built for safety and looked like barges. The principal use of the craft was as a musical platform. According to custom, members of the crew took distinguished visitors for a ride on Lake Waban and then serenaded them in the middle of the lake. You can readily understand why they were selected for voices rather than rowing ability. Today it's a different story. The crew gals have a serious attitude toward racing and it show when they're at the oars. February 25, 1955. (Photo by United Press).

Smart. Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Smart, Aust. Council Gen. April 22, 1953.

Illegible But Valuable-- Several centuries later, the signature of Guy Fawkes attests to the treatment he went through after the discovery of the "Gunpowder Plot" in 1606. Above it is a statement in which Fawkes admitted his part in the plot to blow up the Parliament, Following the discovery of the conspiracy. The signature is believed to have been affixed after torture, reads the label. April 15, 1947. (Photo by Wide World Photos).

Japs Surrender At Bataan - A serpentine column of surrendering Japanese soldiers cross a green rice paddy as they approach waiting 38th Div. troops. Fifty officers and 400 men, all that remained of more than 6,000 enemy troops, surrendered at Orion and Bagac, Bataan. They are shown moving along the same trail over which Americans made the infamous "death march" in 1942. This enemy force, under Col. Nagayoshi was completely defeated in battle by veteran 38th Div. troops in their reconquest of historic Bataan peninsuls. April 9, 1945. (Photo by U.S. Army Photo).

Eddie Lumsden tries out under the eyes of Test selectors Duncan Thompson & Arthur Folwell. June 7, 1950.

Betty Lucas, who will play Juliet in the Metropolitan Players first production of the 1949 season. March 13, 1949.

Colin Long. November 1, 1946.

Mr. and Mrs. John Loder after making "The select battle in England of ***** he went of America to appear for the same company is "Diamond are Dangerous". April 15, 1940.

Deposed King of Nepal Takes Refuge In India :The Hon. Shri H.K. Mehtab, Indian Min, of Supply; Shri Sri Prakasa, Min. of Commerce; Sardar Baldev Singh, Defence Minister; King Tribhuvana of Nepal; Pandit Nehru; The Crown Prince of Nepal and his two brothers, at Palam Airport, New Delhi.King Tribhuvana, deposed by the Nepal Council, has taken refuge in India. Accompanied by members of his family he was met at the Palam Airport New Delhi, by Pandit Nehru, India's Prime Minister. November 18, 1950. (Photo by Sports & General Press Agency, Limited).

James Hayter, who plays the plumber in the new Associated British Kenwood Production in colour "For Better For Worse", ***** one of his "props" to give Susan Stephen a light on the *****. The film co-stars Dirk Bogarde, Susan Stephen, Cecil ***** Dennis Price and Eillen Herlie with James Hayter, ***** Hird and Athene Seyler and is directed by J. Lee-Thompson produced by Kenneth Harper. December 9, 1954.;James Hayter, who plays the plumber in the new Associated British Kenwood Production in colou

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