Contestants Collection (#5)

Two grey tabby cats playing chess; Vancouver british columbia canada

Horse Racing, Ireland; Jockeys Racing Their Horses

Sizing up at the Miss California Beauty Contest
Judges at the Miss California beauty contest held at Venice, California in the summer of 1939, using a scientific device to assist them in their decision

Traditional Japanese Archery Contest (and Contestants) Date: circa 1910s

Beauty pageant contestant
A woman dressed in a flowing white gown, accesorised with a tiara and holding a sceptre, takes part in a beauty contest. Date: c.1910

The start of the Paris-Brest bicycle race in front of the offices of Le Petit Journal
XIR178741 The start of the Paris-Brest bicycle race in front of the offices of Le Petit Journal, illustration from the magazine of the same name, 15th September 1891 (colour litho) by Meaulle

Bucking Bronco Departure
New York, New York: 1949. A rider from Roswell, New Mexico, is ousted from his saddle in the bronc riding contest at the opening of the Worlds Championship Rodeo in Madison Square Garden

Two Women Tussle On The Beach
Galveston, Texas: c. 1947. A young woman in a modern bathing suit looks on as the winning contestants in an old time bathing suit competition fight over a single man on the ground

Talking Marathon Contestants
Chicago, Illinois: October 21, 1930 The six talking marathon contestants after 12 hours at the Chicago Radio Show.They must talk for 55 minutes out of each hour

World Champion Typists
New York, New York: c. 1929 The worlds four fastest typists gathered at the at the National Business Show at the Grand Central Palace

Hello Charley Girls
Chicago, Illinois: May, 1958. The ten contestants competing for the title of the 1958 Hello Charley girl at the Western Electric Company in Chicago

Birdwatchers with binoculars and camera on platform, contestants in bird race, Dasyueshan National Forest Recreation Area International Bird Race, Taiwan, April

Pram Race contestants, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
As part of the week-long fun and games organised for the Walton-on-the-Naze Carnival, these young men were pictured at the start of the annual pram race

Two aspiring musical comedy artistes, London
Minter and Osborn of Manchester, contestants in the 13th Encore Competition staged in Collins Music Hall, Islington, London

1950s Beauty Contest
Beauty contest, Miami, Florida, USA, 1954 Date: 1950s

Beauty Contest 1929
The forty-four contestants in the Miss World competition at Galveston, Texas. Date: 1929

Miss UK regional finals, St Ives, Cornwall
One of the contestants in the Miss UK regional finals poses in St Ives harbour, Cornwall in a revealing one-piece swimsuit

Sack Racers
These contestants in a sack race are enclosed in neck-high sacks, preventing the use of the arms should they stumble or tumble

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"Captivating Contestants: A Glimpse into the World of Beauty, Talent, and Bravery" Patricia Desouza, aged 19, and her fiancé Ted Williams 21 from Holmcliffe, Barnet, embark on a thrilling journey as contestants in the grand national billiards championship. Carole Fletcher, a radiant 19-year-old from Southport, shines brightly after being crowned Miss New Brighton in Cheshire on August 24th, 1966. Young men can't help but ogle at the stunning contestants participating in the exhilarating Miss Wet T-Shirt contest; beauty meets excitement. Even amidst the hardships of WWII at Stalag XXI-D PoW camp, British soldiers find solace and laughter through an entertaining drag show performed by their fellow comrades-turned-contestants. Liverpool's own Irene Hogan steals hearts as she is crowned Miss Littlewood of 1960; her grace and charm captivate all who witness her reign. Gila Golan—a Polish-born Israeli fashion model turned actress—exudes elegance and style as she takes center stage among esteemed contestants around the world. Evangeline Reyes represents Philippines with pride as she competes in the prestigious Miss Philippines beauty pageant; her inner radiance shines brighter than any crown could ever reflect. At just 20 years old representing Switzerland, Celine Dion mesmerizes audiences worldwide with her angelic voice during an unforgettable performance at a renowned singing competition. The enchanting eyes of numerous beauties steal hearts during the captivating Miss Beautiful Eyes Contest held in 1973; their gaze leaves lasting impressions on all who behold them. Billingham witnesses sheer talent when its very own contestant emerges victorious as Miss United Biscuits winner in 1975—an embodiment of grace combined with delectable charm.