1905 Collection (#9)

Tir Aux Pigeons (Sem)
The great thing about Le tir aux pigeons at Monte Carlo is that you can do it in your best clothes, theres no danger and no one (except the pigeons) gets hurt... Date: 1905

French Public Laundry
A public laundry in Saint-Pol- de-Leon, Brittany Date: circa 1905

Holborn Union Infirmary, Highgate, London
The Holborn Union Infirmary, Archway Road, Highate, North London. A tram passes by. The infirmary, which was opened in 1879, was designed by Henry Saxon Snell

Princes Street Station Hotel brochure cover
Princes Street Station Hotel, Edinburgh under management of the Caledonian Railway Company. Brochure cover featuring a small Scottish tartan clad boy sitting upon a pile of suitcases

Edward VII at Aintree
The King, Edward VII, in the paddock at Aintree Racecourse for the 1905 Grand National. A horse and jockey are led past the crowd

S Haigh - Cricketer
Schofield Haigh - Yorkshire cricketer

The world of tomorrow- some dreams of invention run riot; th
Illustration of an aerial mono rail (note date, 1st April 1905) as a vision of the future for railways. The caption states The scientific prophet looks forward to electric traction on this system

Rail / Germany / Wuppertal
ELEVATED RAILWAY - The Wuppertal Elevated Railway showing the passenger gondolas

Hartington Fair / 1905
Town fair held in Hartington in the Peak District, England

Carl Hertz / Variety 1905
CARL HERTZ Music hall entertainer: Modern Magic

Dancing with a Pig C1905
A boy dances with a pig while his friend provides the music

Twelfth Nights / Speare
Viola and Olivia

The Tempest Shakespeare
Miranda and Ferdinand play a game of chess

Punch in Suburban St
Punch & Judy Show in a suburban street

Salvation Congress Hall
Congress Hall, Lower Clapton, London, England - a meeting place for members of the Army

Palais Ideal
Chevals palace - the architect and his dog, with a friend, stand in front of the South Facade

Barnardos Ever Open Door, Southampton
Exterior of Barnardos Ever Open Door hostel, Southampton Date: circa 1905

The Russo-Japanese War - Interior scene
The Russo-Japanese War of 1904-05 - an unusual card (awaiting final translation!) depicting an interior scene. Date: circa 1905

Scottish ferryboat
RMS Columba, a Glasgow and Highland Royal Maiol Steamer. Date: 1905

Banana Plantation / Jamaic
A Jamaican Banana Plantation Date: 1905

Staff and Committee at Stepping Hill Union Infirmary, Stockp
The staff and management committee (each named at bottom) of the Stockport Union infirmary, now Stepping Hill Hospital. Date: circa 1905

White bulldog puppy with poultry
A white bulldog puppy meets some poultry during a visit to the country, and stands with his front paws in a dish of food. Date: 1905

Syrie Elmslie - Mrs Barnardo
Mrs Thomas Barnardo, the former Syrie Elmslie. Date: circa 1905

Nelsons Centenary, England. Showing Lord Nelsons Prayer Date: 1905

HELEN KELLER (1880-1968). American author and lecturer. Photographed in 1905

Southcliff Gardens and Shelter, Felixstowe - " this is very pretty place, you ought to see it" ! Date: 1905

Lake Kenosha, Danbury, Connecticut, USA Date: 1905

Wilbur Wright in his machine in 1905. Date: 1905

York, Coney Street Date: circa 1905

Hastings, the Pier Seaside scene Date: circa 1905

Worthing, Sussex, Pier from West Parade Seaside scene Date: circa 1905

Burma / Mandalay Palace
Mandalay: the royal palace Date: 1905

Puck fourth of July 1905. Illustration shows a crowd of people celebrating a spinning firework display showing the head of Uncle Sam at center. Date 1905 June 28

John Bews shop front in Guernsey, Channel Islands
John Bew, Wholesale & Retail Tobacco & Cigar Merchant, and Ship Insurance Agent -- his shop front in Guernsey, Channel Islands, with a female assistant standing in the doorway. Date: circa 1905

Harvest workers near St Davids, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
Harvest workers gathering and threshing near St Davids, Pembrokeshire, Dyfed, South Wales

West Derby Union cottage homes, Fazakerley, Liverpool
Distant view of the West Derby Union cottage homes at Fazakerley, Liverpool. The homes were opened in 1889 to house pauper children away from the workhouse

Vichy - Source Lucas spring at the spa
Vichy, France - Source Lucas spring water at the spa. Water Temperature recorded at 28 degrees. One of the many different sources in the Grande Palais des Sources at Vichy

Grove Hospital, Tooting Grove, Surrey
The Grove Hospital, at Tooting Grove, Surrey (now South London) was one of five new hospitals opened by the Metropolitan Asylums Board in the 1890s for the treatment of infectious diseases such as

Islay Combination Poorhouse, Bowmore, Argyllshire
The Islay Combination Poorhouse was established in around 1865 near Bowmore, Islay. It later became known as Gortanvogie House

American Indians. The Red Indian on show in London. Chief Wh
American Indian father and son with bows and arrows

V T Trumper - Cricketer
Victor T Trumper - Australian Test cricketer

London Postcard 1905
Postcard sending Greetings from London. The coat of arms in the centre shows two dragons

Milkwoman in Cart Photo
A milkwoman poses for the photographer before setting out on her rounds in a two- wheeled horse-drawn cart holding two churns from which she will ladle out milk

Runcorn Bridge, Construc
The building of Runcorn Transporter Bridge

Edwardian Blushing Bride
A nervous looking Edwardian bride complete with veil and bouquet stands upon a Turkish carpet in order to be photographed, her long train draped over her arm

Auriol Lee in a Hat 1905
Miss Auriol Lee wears a coat with an unusual collar and a hat with a ribbon threaded through the brim perched at an angle on the top of her pompadour hairstyle

Philips Lamp Advert
A girl in Dutch costume lights a Philips lamp simply by holding it

As you Like its / Speare
Rosalind, Celia and Touchstone in the Forest of Arden

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"Capturing the Essence of 1905: A Glimpse into a Bygone Era" Step back in time to the bustling streets of New York City in 1905, where the iconic Flatiron Building stood tall and proud. Edward Steichen's photograph immortalizes this architectural marvel, transporting us to an era filled with promise and innovation. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic Ocean in Aberdovey, beachgoers enjoyed sun-kissed days by the sea in 1905. The carefree atmosphere is palpable as families frolic on sandy shores, creating timeless memories amidst nature's beauty. In Russia, Felix Dzerzhinsky emerged as a prominent figure during this period. His influence would shape history as he laid the foundation for what would become one of the most powerful secret police organizations in modern times. Across artistic realms, English composer Edward Elgar composed his enchanting musical score for "Salut D'Amour. " This masterpiece continues to captivate audiences today with its emotive melodies that transcend time. For those seeking a taste of luxury and indulgence, Old Orkney Whiskey offered a refined experience like no other. Its smooth flavors transported connoisseurs back to an age when craftsmanship was revered above all else. As global boundaries shifted, a map printed in 1905 showcased America's interest in far-flung lands such as the Philippines. This artifact serves as a reminder of how exploration and colonization shaped our world during this transformative era. Closer to home, Barry Ostlere & Shepherd Ltd advertised their wares from Kirkcaldy—a testament to Scotland's rich industrial heritage that thrived during this period of progress and growth. Louis Wain's whimsical illustration featuring cats joyfully riding in a dog cart brings levity and charm into our narrative—an endearing snapshot capturing society's fascination with animals even then.