Sydney Morning Herald Collection

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Apply nail polish with two quick, even strokes, the first rounding base of nail and coating one side, the second at base and filling in surface. May 10, 1954.

Success Of Squalus Salvaging Cheers Officials -- Happiness over the success of one of the toughest salvage assignments in naval history is expressed on the tired faces of these leaders in the expedition. Left to right: Commander Earl L. Sackett, Lieut. Oliver Naquin, Admiral Cyrus W. Cole, and Captain Richard S. Edwards.They are pictured just after the sunken submarine Squalus with its 26 dead had been lifted off the Atlantic's bottom. August 1, 1939. (Photo by Acme).

Adopted. Animal lovers in West Wallsend (near Newcastle) are taking a keen interest in the adoption of a baby wallaby by Lassie, a fox-terrier owned by Mr. W. Robinson, of Carrington St. Here Lassie keeps a careful watch over the joey while being photographed. September 02, 1953.

Begins Prison Sentence - George White, 53, producer of girl show "Scanmdals" is received by Jailor Leland McPhie at the county jail here yesterday to begin serving a year sentence for the "Hit and Run" traffic deaths of a newlywed couple last July 20. August 26, 1946. (Photo by Associated Press Wirephoto).

The giant £41,000 Douglas airliner Kyilla and most powerful plane Australia, was surrounded by a crowd of air-minded when it reaches Kingsford Smith Airport today Melbourne. November 12, 1937.

Ready For Coronation R.A.F. Review. ***** picture of the scene at the RAF ***** at Oldbay, Hasts., showing home of the hundreds of ***** type of Royal Air Force planes symmetrically arranged on the ground ready for the Coronation Review by the *****. On the right are Meteors and ***** are Hastings and Shackletons with *****. July 8, 1953.

The Lancaster bomber "Aries" on a world navigational flight, drawn up beside another Lancaster "G for George," at Laverton aerodrome, Victoria. "G. for George" is to be exhibited in the National War Museum, Canberra. November 17, 1944.

Famous French Building Which Escaped Damage -- Coutances Despite extensive damage in Countances, in the area in which heavy fighting took place before the fall of Cherbourg, the Cathedral appears substantially intact. The fine western towers and spires contrast effectively with the unusual octagonal central tower. Although many French towns have suffered severe damage as a result of both enemy and Allied action, many famous churches and other architectural treasures escaped undamaged, or with fe

The Mausoleum of Timur *****. January 7, 1955. (Photo by AGSUP Picture).

Afghan Traveller - A Prizewinning Afghan Hound from London, brought to Melbourne today in the motorship Waiwera. November 2, 1936.

7 Ages of man ***** exhibition. February 02, 1937.

Princess Elizabeth Films The Ascot Gold Cup -- Princess Elizabeth taking pictures of the Ascot Gold Cup with her cine camera. June 14, 1951. (Photo by Fox Photos).

Cities Of The World - La Paz Bolivian President Victor Paz Estenssoro poses in his La Paz officer beside a bust of Simon Bolivar, the great liberator for whom Bolivia is named. Sucre is the legal capital of Bolivia, but the government rules from the more accessible city of La Paz. April 8, 1955. (Photo by United Press).

Dick Eve - Swimmer. May 1, 1942.

Archbishop Washes Clergymen's Feet - In a solemn Nipter Service here, Archbishop Adams of the Greek Orthodox Church is shown washing the feet of 12 clergymen, emulating Christ with the Apostles. Easter in the Greek Church is this Sunday. May 01, 1937. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Rhumba King Xavier Cugat and Singer Abbe Lane Cut Their wedding cake at Miami Beach, Florida, May 5, 1952, after their wedding at the Casablanca Hotel. Xavier Cugat and Abbe Lane used a fearsome-looking knife to cut the wedding-cake after their marriage in 1952 at a hotel in Miami, Florida. July 27, 1955.

Standing in the ration queue for cigarettes & tobacco at the Hyde Park tobacco kiosk in Elizabeth Street, Sydney. June 18, 1946. (Photo by Fairfax Media).

Mr. F. Taylor, Mrs. W. Bushby, Mrs. Taylor and Mr. Bushby enjoyed their Xmas dinner on Bondi Beach to-day. The Trylors' daughter Gai also was there. They braved rain and cold wind to catch a few minutes of sun near midday. Both families are recent arrival from England. December 25, 1955. (Photo by Ted Foster).

Strikers Leaving the State Electricity Commission's works at Yallourn at midnight last night the end of their shift. They were not replaced. It is expected that by tonight all union members will have ceased work in sympathy with the engineers decision to strike. The Commission has issued the assurance that there will be no immediate restriction of power supplies. September 20, 1938.

"Aluminum Man Arrives" -- Mr. W. G. Wood is seen arriving at the Horticultural Hall, Westminster, today in an aluminum foil suit designed as the latest heat protection clothing. The "Aluminum Man" was at the second National Factory Equipment Exhibition that opened at the Horticultural Hall and runs until 26th March. March 22, 1954. (Photo by United Press Photo).

George White Arraigned - George White (Left), theatrical producer, faces Judge A.F. Molina in Municipal court here today at arraignment on charges of Manslaughter and Failure to stop and render aid in highway deaths on Newlywed couple. Bail was continued at $2,000 and preliminary hearing set for July 31. July 22, 1946. (Photo by AP Wirephoto).

Erica Willis. February 28, 1952.

Rex White (Collarenebri) Owner. August 1, 1954. (Photo by Belle Hua).

Germans Do Not Respect Civil Populations -- View taken in a town of the North of France after an air attack by German airmen. The German Aviation Bombard The Open Cities Francaises - Here in a town in northern France the effects of aerial bombardment by effective enemies. July 13, 1940.

R.A.F. Bomb Paris Works After The Raid -- Aircraft of the R.A.F. flew over the works at a low altitude on the following day and secured these close-ups. The areas C1 and C2 in picture guide. In foreground is the wreck of the modelling department: in the centre destroyed workshops. Note the care taken to concentrate the attack upon the factory itself. March 03, 1942. (Photo by British Official Photograph).

The aircraft which put the Kali Konto hydro-electric power system out of commission on January 27 - Australian manned Liberators. The aircraft is captained by F/Lt. Kirkwood. This photograph was taken within a few minutes of the aircraft returning to base after their highly successful mission. February 26, 1945. (Photo by Department of Air).

Roman God's Head Dug Up -- The marble head of a Roman god, shown full face, which was discovered on the Roman Temple of Mithras off Cannon Street in the City of London. It was found by Mrs. Audrey Williams, second in comman to the director of the London Museum. Then it was show to the Large Queue of people waiting to walk round the Temple. It is believed to be the head of an ***** god to Mithras and was found less than a foot from the place in the North-Eastern wall of the Temple where ***** God

Riots Whites & West Indians (See Also: National Front Organizations). October 4, 1936. (Photo by Sport & General Press Agency, Limited).;Riots Whites & West Indians (See Also: National Front Organizations).

Australian Submarine Patrols - American built Ventura Bomber is extensively used for submarine patrol work on the Australian coast. March 6, 1945. ;Australian Submarine Patrols - American built Ventura Bomber is extensively used for submarine patrol work on the Australian coast.

NSW - Sydney - Darlinghurst. February 23, 1955.

Darlinghurst Courts Criminal & Quarter Sessions - Sydney. August 02, 1938.

Europe's Smallest Man Helmut, a heavy smoker, climbs a ladder to get a light for his cigarette from a normal size man. Helmut Doering a 29-year-old German, is only 78 centimeters tall. He is an artiste in a Liliputian Circus revue which is at the moment tour in Germany. Though he looks small and fragile and speaks in low voice, he has great staying power and a Buoyant spirit. He enjoys life and has a great sense of humour. December 04, 1954. (Photo by Paul Popper Ltd.).

America's New Beauty Queen -- Yolande Betbeze, Miss America of 1951, is crowned by her predecessor, Jacque Mercer, of Phoenix, Ariz., here last night at the conclusion of the Miss America pageant. The new Miss America, who is 21 years old, is from Mobile, Ala., and she entered the contest as Miss Alabama. September 10, 1950. (Photo by AP Wirephoto).

Princes And Duke Arrive In Nairobi -- Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh, wearing a white uniform, stand to attention during the National Anthem on their arrival at Eastleigh airport, Nairobi. Their Argonaut aircraft landed exactly on Schedule. They were met by the Governor of Kenya, Sir Philip Mitchell, and representatives of the Army, Navy and Air force. The Royal Couple are to be the guests of Sir Philip and Lady Mitchell during their stay in Nairobi. February 01, 1952.

The Duke of Edinburgh Plays Polo -- The Duke of Edinburgh takes the field for the polo match on Saturday, 28th July. The Duke of Edinburgh played polo for the Maidensgrove team against Hertfordshire in the 2nd round of the Cowdray park Junior challenge cup, At the Sutton park polo club ground. The Duke scored 2nd goal to help his team to win by 4½ to 2. July 30, 1951. (Photo by Fox Photos).

British Contribution To Tropical Health -- Tsetse flies brought to Britain from Africa are bred for research into their part in the carrying of sleeping sickness to man. Here, Dr. O'Rourke feeds one on his hand, in the Insectory at the Liverpool School of tropical Medicine. Also in the Insectory are Egyptian cotton rats, carriers of typhus, which are used for the development of an antidote for the disease. May 13, 1953. (Photo by Central Office of Information Photograph)

American Asbestos Suits. October 15, 1951.

Olympic Games Committee Meets In London -- The Executive Committee meet in London to discuss the details for the forthooming 14th Olympiad. Left to right: Sir Arthur Elvin, Director of the Wembley Stadium: Mr.S.F. Rous, Secretary of the Football Association: Mr.C.B. Cowley, Lieut. Col. T.P.M. Bevan, General Organizing Secretary: Lord Portal. the President: Lord Burghley, Chairman: Mr.E.J.H.Holt, Director of Organization: Mr.J.Eaton Griffith: Mr.R.B.Studdert: and Col.A.Hunter. March 4, 1948. (Photo by Sport & General Press Agency Limited).

Cardinal Guevara Archbishop of Lima -- Juan Gualberto Guevara, created Cardinal in 1946; he was born in Vitor in 1882. February 24, 1954. (Photo by Camera Press).

Mrs. Gladys Yule. April 29, 1955. (Photo by Evening Standard).

Here are Uncle Bob and Miss. Em, two very distinguished visitors to Australia. May 09, 1952.

"No Way Out" - A Scene form the Twentieth Century-Fox Production. Sidney Poitier & Richard Widmark. November 07, 1950.

On Nurse Oliver's austere dressing table is a verse on self-saerifice, "The Joy of Helping." March 16, 1950.

Zippered-Topped clothes brush is fully fitted with a manicure set. It costs £2/16/6. December 8, 1953.

The slimming business is booming. January 19, 1955.

First Pictures of the New Whipsnade Wallaroo -- A charming study of the baby Wallaroo with it's parents at Whipsnade Zoo - one of the very a first pictures of the new baby, obtained with the aid of a long focus camera. The baby Wallaroo born recently at Whipsnade Zoo, has just it's mothers touch for the first time and with the aid of a long focus camera, the very first pictures of the baby have been obtained. It is extremely difficult to photograph as directly any strangers approach, mother

UNO Council Room Ready For Session. Marines stand guard in the council room at Hunter College, New York City March 24, where the second session of the United Nations Security Council will convene March 25. Delegates will sit at curved table. Other UNO officials and secretaries will occupy seats at right. At upper center is press section. Radio, television and film services will occupy booths at upper right. March 24, 1946. (Photo by Associated Press Photo). ;UNO Council Room Ready For Session. M

The Center court at Newport, R.I., as Bobby Riggs, forecourt, and Don, Budge, left, play in the finals of the Casino Tennis Tournament, Aug. 21, 1937. November 01, 1955.;The Center court at Newport, R.I., as Bobby Riggs, forecourt, and Don, Budge, left, play in the finals of the Casino Tennis Tournament, Aug. 21, 1937.

Forty-Inch Aerial Cameras -- Marked for photographing the atom bomb tests at Bikini Atoll, in the Marshall Islands, mounted over a newly-cut port in the bottom of a bomber. April 6, 1946. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Atom Bomb Survivor Here -- Miss Kay Polchikoff (center), 26, a White Russian girl who survived the atom bombing of Hiroshima, arrives here today to visit her Americanized brother, Nicholas (right), and his wife (left). She said she had come to this country to become and American citizen and declared to talk about Paul Drago of Camden, N.J., a former Army private who had said she was his Fiancee. Atom-Bomb Survivor - Kay Polchikoff, 26, from Hiroshima, welcomed at Los Angeles by her brother, Nich

Aero Engine Factory Supplying Luftwaffe Blitzed By U.S. Fortresses. Bomb bursts spread across the adjacent Aerodromes, the Gnome and Rhone plants, and (in the foreground) the southern end of the Hege railway marshalling yards. The Gnome and Rhone aircraft factories at Le Mans, France which not only manufactured aero engines for the Luftwaffe, but also does considerable repair work on F.W 190 engines, was successfully bombed by the 8th Air Force Flying Fortresses on July 4th, 1943. July 6, 1943.

Atomic reactor on shown in Geneva -- An American Atomic Reactor has arrived here from Knoxville, Tennessee, USA, for an exhibition in the grounds of the Palais des Nations of the peaceful uses of Atomic energy. Here an airport worker makes a face as he unloads a heavy cylinder of uranium from the plane. July 3, 1955. (Photo by Planet News Ltd.).

U-Boats Hit Hard At Their Base. Toulon Harbor in Nazi-held France after five minutes of concentrated bombing by United States Army Air Force B-17 Flying Fortresses on November 24. The entire area can be seen aflame from over 400 tons of high explosives which were dropped on the target. December 4, 1943. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Japan's Autumn Art Season. "The Pain" - Mr. Kakuji Ishikawn, a member of the hanging-committee of the Imperial Art Bureau with his latest work. The little lady, though carved ***** of west, still has something *****. May 03, 1941. (Photo by The Asahigraph Photo Service)

Gordon Richards, Champion Jockey. Curling at St. Moritz. July 25, 1949. (Photo by Camera Press).

Sport - Shooting - Rifle Shooting - To 1985. August 21, 1934.

Innovation At Bisley: C.S.M. I. Moore, winner of the Regular Army Medal (left) an Rifleman W.B. Hodder, Territorial Army winner, being chaired after the event today. For the first time, the winner of the Territorial Army and the Regular Army, were chaired after winning the King's Medal at Bisley today (Tuesday). The King has granted the two medals which rank equally. July 09, 1935. (Photo by London News Agency Photos Ltd.).

It doesn't look funny to the sophisticate. But, with Home on the Pig's Back” added, this drawing helped to build Anderson's impressive fortune. March 14, 1951.

Clear -- An example of an efficient sign-this one in Vaucluse is in large black letters on a white board set just above eye level. February 02, 1947.

Massage cuticle remover into each cuticle and work cuticle gently back taking care not to damage or tear the cuticle. May 07, 1954.

A small razor set that can be carried in a woman's handbag approximate size 2" X 1". The razor set is made of plastic. Many new features will be seen in fancy goods and toilet requisites at the "Britain Can Make It" Exhibition to be opened by the King at the Victoria and Albert Museum on September 24th. October 4, 1946. (Photo by United Kingdom Information Office).

U.S. Army To Junk Dirigible Rs - 1 -- The Army dirigible R.S.1. once the pride of the Army and the largest semi rigid dirigible in the world, is to be junked. The craft was built at a cost of $600,000 - an experiment in aeronautics for which a St. Louis Junk dealer is to pay $900. August 3, 1931. (Photo by International Newreel Photo). ;U.S. Army To Junk Dirigible Rs - 1 -- The Army dirigible R.S.1. once the pride of the Army and the largest semi rigid dirigible in the world, is to be junked. Th

Hot Mountain - A huge flow of lava, like a giant, red hot tongue licking up the snow, flows from erupting Trident Mountain, while smoke and ash billows over beautiful upper Alaska peninsula's Valley of 10,000 Smokes, 110 miles northwest of Kodiak. Long - sleeping volcano erupted suddenly Feb. 15. This picture made Feb. 21 from Navy plane one mile away. February 24, 1953. (Photo by AP Wirephoto). ;Hot Mountain - A huge flow of lava, like a giant, red hot tongue licking up the snow, flows from er

Two views of a novelty lapel-watch displayed at the 25th annual Swiss Watch Fair in Basel. The sea-horse supplies a motif for the clip and a jewelled-lever Swiss watch is concealed behind the ***** fish pendant. A tiny pearl bubble, escaping from the fish's mouth serves as a winding stem. May 1, 1955.

Clocks - Time Pieces - Wall Clocks - Time. February 23, 1949.

Australia soldiers Inoff duty ***** at camps in north west area. Troops, since their arrival in Northwest develop a variety of moustaches - Pte. B.M. Goostray. Teenage trap, delicately poised for conquest, may be destroyed in shaving. February 23, 1955. (Photo by H. Rodda).

New Guided Missile Readied for Test -- A new Air Force guided missile, the NATIV built by North American Aviation, is lowered into position for a test firing on the Holloman Air Force base near Alamogordo, N.M. The missile is fired from a metal launching tower. January 14, 1949. (Photo by AP Wirephoto).

Lockheed Lightning Sword fish "flying wind tunnel". February 05, 1946.

Damaged Equipment -- This picture, received in London via Neutral sources, is described as showing a "Tank Cemetery" established by the Germans at Rzhev, Axis strong point on the central Russian front west of Moscow. January 7, 1943. (Photo by AP Wirephoto).

The Harbour We Towed Across To France - "Bigger Than Dover Harbour" -- (left photograph) General view prefabricated port in position at Arromanches. Britain built a "bigger-than-Dover harbour" at Arromanches on the Cherbourg Peninsula within twelve months of the tests with models. The harbour was working a week after D-day. With its help we landed two to three million men; thousands of lorries; millions of tons of equipment and supplies despite the worst June for forty years. January 15, 1945. (

We Musicians Must Stick Together - Yehudi Menuhin, the world famousViolinist, rewards a Berlin Barrel organ player with a big tip for his serenade as the former leaves Titania Palace theater after a rehearsal with Berlin's Philharmonic Orchestra, September 21. Menuhin arrived in Berlin September 19 for a concert tour. At Right is Mrs. Menuhin. September 23, 1949. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Mr. John Curtin (Prime Minister), Lord Gowrie, Governor-General of Australia, and Lord Burghley. Welcome to Lord Burghley, British Controller of Repair and Overseas Supplies, who arrived in Sydney by the huge British Lancaster bomber. June 8, 1943. (Photo by Associated Newspapers Ltd).

Princess's Visit Film Studio -- Princess Elizabeth is been chatting with Chips Rafferty. The Australian film star, who is over here to take part in the new production Nicholas Nickleby.Princess Elizabeth Accompanied by Princess Margaret, paid a visit to Ealing Studios, London, today June 06, where they met a number of film actors and also watched the 'Shooting' of a scene in the new production Nicholas Nickleby. July 09, 1946. (Photo by Associated Press Photo).

Mr. Phil Englisch, Editor of the Barkstown paper "Torch". April 16, 1955. (Photo by Bert Power/Fairfax Media).

The stick is hinged at the top so the handle can be easily opened out into a seat. February 9, 1947. ;The stick is hinged at the top so the handle can be easily opened out into a seat.

France Monte Carlo Scene in the Casino View of the Repair Shop. May 23, 1953.;France Monte Carlo Scene in the Casino View of the Repair Shop.

Graf Zeppelin At Barcelona -- The Graf Zeppelin on its arrival at Barcelona on its return from America. The Zeppelin commander took to President Macia the congratulation of the German Government on the concession of Autonomy to Catalonia. October 10, 1932. ;Graf Zeppelin At Barcelona -- The Graf Zeppelin on its arrival at Barcelona on its return from America. The Zeppelin commander took to President Macia the congratulation of the German Government on the concession of Autonomy to Catalonia.

Crew of U.S. Bomber After Raid On Germany -- A U.S. Army bombing crew poses for a picture under the nose of "The Eightball", their Flying Fortress, before entering their recreation shack somewhere in England for hot coffee and a cigarette. The plane was one of many that raided Wilhelmshaven and Emden in the first American daylight raid on German territory. March 22, 1943. (Photo by Interphoto News Pictures, Inc.).

Anti Submarine Exercises: Two of the leading flight weapons of war today and tonight are carrying out exercises on how to combat each and out wit the enemy. This shot taken at sea thirty miles of the coast from palm beach. Showing the British Navy Submarine HMS tactician with the wing of RAAF Neptune bomber anti submarine plane over it. The wing tip has the radar set into it. The plane belongs to II SQ RAAF and the submarine the 4th sub ***** at Balmoral. While on this patrol the plane covered o

heat Wave Days -- These youngsters have learnt from mother has to queue. They even line up for a drink "on tap" in Plymouth Park. And if baby gets her dress wet mother won't know. The hot sun will dry it while she plays. July 22, 1946. (Photo by Mirror Features). ;heat Wave Days -- These youngsters have learnt from mother has to queue. They even line up for a drink "on tap" in Plymouth Park. And if baby gets her dress wet mother won't know. The hot sun will dry it while she plays.

Sanderson. November 12, 1953.

Bob Scott was the only member of the 1947 All Black side in Australia who neither drank nor smoked. He plays great attention to physical fitness and is a perfect model for all younger players to emulate. He has already been training for several weeks in preparation for the new season in Auckland. Here he jogs around Grey Lynn Park in the early hours of the morning with his two protegees Doug Teague (left) and Archie Whorskey. What hundreds of other boys would give. to work out and be coached by this great football star! July 13, 1951.

Warm-Up For The Dark Blues -- In this weather, rowing is not the warmest of pastimes and the Dark Blues usually have a run along the two-path before going out for practice on the River Isis. Here five members of the Oxford "A" Trail eight are seen enjoying their "warm up" prior to training. They are (left to right) D. Parnwell (St. Edward, Trinity); J.M. Wilson (Radley, Trinity); R.D.T. Raikes (Radley, Merton); J.J.H. Harrison (Shrewsbury, Trinity); C.R.C. Owtram (Shrewsbury, Christ Church). As boat Race Day - April 3rd - gradually draws nearer, both Oxford and Cambridge are speeding up their training programmes. January 21, 1954. (Photo by Fox Photos).

Misc. - Sings & Posts. September 20, 1937.

Oxford Train Without President -- Expressions from the Dark Blues as they pullin rough water during a spell at Wallingford from left to right. Watson, Cox, Sorell, Pain, McLeod, Raikes and Wells. Oxford University boat crew still without their President J.A. Gobbo. Have not yet placed the crew as they will race in the forthcomming annual. M.L. Ross is subsitute for Gobbo, who has influence. February 24, 1955. (Photo by Fox Photos ).

Allied Advance on Sanananda -- Water, mud, and slush are almost the Allied Troops inseparable companions in Papua. For weeks the Allies have been advancing, sometimes up to their thighs in mud. American troops on their way to join the Australians near Sanananda. Heavy rains had fallen earlier, and the track had been converted into a miniature creek. February 02, 1943. (Photo by Department of Information, Commonwealth of Australia).

"Portrait Of America" -- National Music Camp - Summer workshop for young U.S. Musicians Dr. Joseph E. Maddy, President and Musical Director of the National Music Camp at Interlochcn, in the Midwestern U.S. State of Michigan, conducts the symphony orchestra during a rehearsal in the camp's outdoor auditorium, Interlochen Bowl. Dr. Maddy is on the music faculty at the University of Michigan. Situated between two small lakes, the National Music Camp site covers 500 acres of thick woodland, and off

Curl A Mo -- Its great to be back, said Corporal S. Simpson, of Melbourne. He spent six months in Korea with 77 Squadron. December 3, 1954.

Farnborough 1955 -- the Fairey Ultra Light.. one of the smallest helicopters.. will be used by the army. The Farnborough air show opens today. Organised by the society of British aircraft constructors it includes many new planes and overall continues to show the world what Britain can do in the air. September 5, 1955. (Photo by Paul Popper Ltd.).

Photographed By Heavy Bomb Explosion Flash: R.A.F. Attack On Aircraft Bearings Factory At La Ricamarie. Aircraft of R.A.F. Bomber Commend attacked a needle-bearing factory at La Ricamarie, near Clermont-Ferrand, France, or the night of March 10-11. This unusual oblique picture shows a heavy bomb exploding in the target area. The light from the explosion lit up the surrounding countryside and enabled the cameraman from the R.A.F. Film Unit, who was flying in one of the attacking aircraft, to mak

A dead Japanese lies among wiscked enemy equipment as American troops move along the beach during the attack on Japanese-held Hollandia in Dutch New Guinea. April 25, 1944. (Photo by Department of Information Picture).

Ruins Of German Fort In Liberated Cherboug -- U.S. aerial bombardment and artillery fire destroyed this German fort, one of the last to surrender in Cherboug to the overwhelming American blows that liberated the deep-water port. The fort was one of the installations of the Atlantic Wall which Hitler claimed were impregnable. The allies breached the vaunted defenses on the northern coast of France, June 6, 1944. Allied engineers immediately started clearance and reconstruction of Cherbourg harbor

Royal Lodge Windsor July 8th 1946. - Queen Elizabeth. June 16, 1953. (Photo by Camera Press Ltd.).

Documents - Magna Carta. December 29, 1952.

"he Wynwood wonder works again". March 29, 1947.

Post officers will sell a special Queen Victorian commemorative stamp for a month from October 17. The stamp (right), will be green and will cost 3½d. It will portray Queen Victoria and incorporate features of stamps of her reign. Date of issue coincides with the opening of the Australian Philatelic exhibition in Adelaide. Specially printed registration labels will be available at post offices at the exhibition. July 5, 1955. (Photo by Postmaster-General's Department).

Girl "Jai-Alai" Players (9): You don't only have to climb walls but you also have to scramble on the floor sometimes, when playing Jai-Alai. This action shot has caught pro player Tiburcio Celaya who has dived on floor to snare a low shot and made a return. Alicia Weeks, in back ground, braces herself to return Celaya's shot. April 1, 1954. (Photo by Ben & Sid Ross).

Grant Land Expedition: Members of the Grant Land Expedition photographed on board the Signalhorn just before leaving. On the right is Dr. Noel Humphreys, the leader, and next to him is the organizer of the expedition, Mr. Edward Shackleton, son of the late Sir Edward Shackleton. August 28, 1934.

New Uniforms For Burlington Arcade Beadles -- The two beadles, wearing their new uniforms for the first time today, photographed walking in Burlington Arcade. They are (left) Mr. Frank Clark of Fulham and Chief Beadle Robert Baker of Stockwell. The two beadles who, each day at 5-30 pm, ring the 100 - year-old bell for closing time in the famous Burlington Arcade, have just received new uniforms which they will wear during the summer. Made by Sam Fisher, a tailor in the Arcade, using olds prints

Artificial legs & Crutches made by Australian Pows at Changi in Thailand camps from improvised toals & materials leg out left is the latest type as made at the Repatriation factory. October 30, 1947.

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