Housework Collection (page 8)

Mini Pearl from America who is both a cabaret star and a successful boss of 100 fried chicken restaurants, last night was appearing with Liberace on his TV show

Cooking a celebration meal on a troublesome oil stove on her 38th birthday, Mrs. Jane McFarlane of Horns land cottage, Fillington Sussex thought how nice it would be to have a Caller gas stove

Finals of the Army Cookery Competitions. The Army Catering Corps Training Centre at St. Omer Barracks Aldershot saw the Armys top cooks in an annual event which began 70 years ago

Domestic scenes: A woman cooking in her kitchen at home, 1954

A Housewife cooking in the kitchen, 1957

Domestic scenes: A woman making cakes in her kitchen at home. 1954

A Housewife cooking spaghetti in the kitchen, 1957

A man mowing his lawn with doing a hand stand on the handles of an electrical lawn mower September 1976

A housewife spring cleaning her lounge with a vacuum cleaner

A woman is doing the washing up whislt waiting for her hair to curl before a night on the town

A housewife peeling spuds

The latest in Kitchen at the Royal Show held in Newcastle - Fido the dog is obvisiously impressed

Exterior view of a Birmingham terraced house showing a woman hanging out her laundry November 1971

Mens cooking class, February 1944 Men preparing their food in the class in Salisbury

Molly Weir, Stage, screen, radio and television character actress and author, during the time she played the character of Aggie in the radio soap Life with the Lyons March 1954

A woman kneels down to clean her continuous burning coal fire May 1945

Canadian soldiers washing-up while english woman sweeps floor

Reveille present the award of Britains Ideal Housewife for 1957 to Mrs PC Hebblewaite 1950s

Little Christine Eccles likes to help her mother Doreen with the washing which is much easier now the family have a washing machine. June 1958

A young girl hanging out the washing to dry at Hampstead day Nursery in London September 1947 ecard04

House husband helps with the washing up Circa 1957

A housewife spring cleaning her home

A housewife spring cleaning her lounge with a vacuum cleaner

Mrs Read of Aylesbury seen here darning socks whilst listening to "The Archer"
Mrs Read of Aylesbury seen here darning socks whilst listening to " The Archer" on the BBC Light Programme. 29th April 1953

A busy housewife polishing the furniture at home Circa 1954

A busy housewife tending to the weeds in the front garden Circa 1954

A busy housewife polishing the furniture at home Circa 1954

Domestic Life: Woman (Mrs. Olive Haugh) dusting the bookcase: Circa 1954

Mrs. Moss in the kitchen cooking. 1954 A145c-001

Family life: Mr. and Mrs. Hull with their son having tea. 1954 A160-006

Two little ducklings in their owners sink as they "help"
Two little ducklings in their owners sink as they " help" with the washing up February 1984

Sport: Rugby League. Gary Sanderson, the centre for Warrington RLFC who is known to his manager as The Hoover as he cleans up the mistakes, made by his team mates. January 1987 P008037

British wrestler Count Bartelli at the helm of a huge lawn mower on the lawn of his home in Crewe, Cheshire. April 1971 P005669

Stella St Audrie as nicole in the 1913 London Stage production of The Perfect Gentleman at His Majestys Theatre May 1913 P000289

School charwoman Mrs Mabel McKennas gets her first glimpse of the automatic school cleaning equipment at Salford, Manchester. July 1966 P005210

Twelve years old Sarah Goodwin of 23, Laburnum Avenue, Kenilworth, Warwickshire. Sarah writes about her mothers efforts to continue with her house-work despite having both legs in plaster

French housewife Mrs Maria Quaranta in the kitchen. April 1975 75-2072-011

Margaret Thatcher does a spot of ironing during a visit to A Pawson at Sunderland

A busy housewife cleaning her windows at home Circa 1954

When Mrs. Moray Bell with Basil the sheep who is quite domesticated and follows her around all over the place. Even when she goes into the kitchen to wash the dishes, Basil is sure to go with her

A woman sewing her clothes using a sewing machine as she sits amongst the destruction of neighbouring housing following a German air raid during the Second World War July 1944

The National Institute of Houseworkers. Electric floor polisher being demonstrated. September 1947 P009134

Young girl washing her clothes in a bowl of water and hanging them out to dry on the washing line Circa 1945 P044431

Young girl helping out a home by doing the washing up Circa 1945 P044422

Young girl sitting on the kitchen worktop drying dishes after doing the washing up Circa 1945 P044460

Women: Tall: Mrs. Helen Gavin President of The Tall Womens Association seen here around the house and kitchen. September 1953 D5683-002

Women: Tall: Mrs. Helen Gavin President of The Tall Womens Association seen here around the house and kitchen. September 1953 D5683-003

Shirley Johnson from Bristol shows off a new Honda HR 21 lawnmower, Augsut 1978

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"From Sunlight Soap to Hoover Vacuum Cleaners: A Journey through Housework" Step into the past and discover the evolution with these captivating images and advertisements. Intriguingly, a poster advertising Sunlight Soap takes us back in time, reminding us of the importance of cleanliness in every household. The Western Electric vacuum cleaner advertisement showcases a patient woman diligently cleaning her surroundings, highlighting the dedication required for maintaining a pristine home. The artwork "St. Alkmunds, Shrewsbury, 1801" by John Varley transports us to another era, where women were responsible for keeping their homes immaculate. This timeless piece captures the essence of domesticity and reminds us of the long-standing tradition of housekeeping. Fast forward to more modern times; we witness a woman effortlessly vacuuming her living space—a testament to how technology has revolutionized our daily chores. Even Charles Dickens recognized the significance of housekeeping in his novel "David Copperfield, " emphasizing its role in shaping characters' lives. A glimpse into the 1930s reveals an image of a woman at her kitchen sink—an iconic representation that resonates with many generations who have spent countless hours washing dishes and ensuring cleanliness prevails within their homes. Advertisements for Hoover—the world's best vacuum cleaner—showcase spring cleaning rituals and highlight this brand's commitment to making housework more manageable. From electric washing machines to Mary Ann electric vacuum cleaners, these adverts demonstrate how innovation has made mundane tasks easier over time. As we explore these snapshots from history, it becomes evident that housework is not just about tidying up—it represents dedication, pride in one's home, and even societal norms that have shaped our understanding of gender roles throughout different eras. So next time you embark on your own journey through household chores, remember that behind each task lies a rich tapestry connecting generations past and present—a testament to resilience and adaptability as we strive to create comfortable and inviting homes for ourselves and our loved ones.