Mayor Collection (#38)

Civic service at the Dartford Parish Church in Kent. 1936

A proclamation in Dartford, Kent. 1936

The procession during the Dartford Armistice memorial service. The mayor gives the salute. 1937

The Mayor presents a medal at the St Georges day scout parade W A Ward ( Mayor of Dartford ) and Assistant Commander W G Philips and the town clerk. 1938

The Dartford Carnival Queen at her coronation on the band stand. 1937

Dartfords new ambulance headquarters. 1937

The mayoral procession during the Dartford Armistice memorial service. 1937

Coronation teas on Hawthorne Road in Dartford, Kent, to celebrate the coronation of King George VI. 15 May 1937

John Barnes at a opening ceremony at Well Hall in Eltham, Kent. 1936

President And Mayor
circa 1944: American statesman Franklin Delano Roosevelt (1882 - 1945), the 32nd President of the United States of America, and Mayor of New York City

C W A Scott and Giles Guthrie
C.W.A. Scott and Giles Guthrie, winners of the Schlesinger Portsmouth to Johannesburg race, attended the Mansion House to hand to the Lord Mayor, Sir Percy Vincent

Greta and C W A Scott, Giles Gutherie
From left: Greta and C.W.A. Scott, Giles Gutherie, Lady and Sir Connop Guthrie and the Mayor of Croydon in front of the aircraft at Croydon after winning the Schlesinger Portsmouth to Johannesburg

The Mayor of Croydon, Lady Connop Guthrie
From left: The Mayor of Croydon, Lady Connop Guthrie and C.W.A. Scotts second wife, Greta, greet C.W.A Scott and Giles Guthrie as their aircraft arrives back at Croydon after winning the Schlesinger

Farfrae was footing a quaint little dance with Elizabeth Jane. Wood engraving after Robert Barnes for Thomas Hardys The
THOMAS HARDY, 1886. Farfrae was footing a quaint little dance with Elizabeth Jane. Wood engraving after Robert Barnes for Thomas Hardys The Mayor of Casterbridge, 1886

Britains first aerial mail arrives at Windsor. The Postmaster of Windsor hands letters to a postman for delivery. Gustav Hamel, who brought the mail from Hendon

Louis Bleriot is greeted on his arrival on Swinton Down
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Matthew Wood (1768-1843) English political and municipal reformer. Serge manufacturer, Lord Mayor of London, friend and advisor to Queen Caroline. Hand-coloured engraving, 1820

Auto-da-fe on Plaza Mayor, Madrid 1683 Oil on canvas

Jean Sylvain Bailly (1736-1793) French astronomer and politician. President of National Assembly Mayor of Paris 1789-90. Guillotined in French Revolution. Copperplate engraving

Louis XVI received by Jean Bailly, Mayor of Paris, 17 July 1789, 3 days after fall of the Bastille Oil on canvas. Jean-Paul Laurens 1838-1921, French Academic painter

Selling a Wife to highest bidder. Illegal, but done in Sheffield 1803 Brighton 1808 and is an incident in Thomas Hardys novel The Mayor of Casterbridge

Auto de Fe, painted by Francisco Ricci in 1683. A scene in the Plaza Mayor, Madrid, 30 June, 1680, during the Spanish Inquisition

The Wedding Dinner: Lord Mayor of London at wedding breakfast at London Tavern of Moses Abrahams and Elizabeth, daughter of rich Jewish fishmonger Michael Myers, centre. Print 1812

Unveiling of monument at entrance Central Park, New York to battleship Maine which exploded in Havana harbour in Spanish-American War, 1898

President John F Kennedy and Willy Brandt, Mayor of Berlin, at the White House, 13 March 1961. Photographer Marion S.Trikosko

Lord Mayor and Aldermen in the time of Elizabeth I. 16th century

Thomas Storey (1825-1898) English industrialist and philanthropist from Lancashire. Storey was a mine owner, a mill owner, and leather manufacture

Thoma Storey (1825-189) English industrialist and philanthropist from Lancashire. Storey was a mine owner, a mill owner and leather manufacturer who ade his fortune in the manufacture of oil-cloth

Sydney Henry Waterlow (1822-1906) London printer and philanthropist. Lord Mayor of London 1872. From The Cabinet Portrait Gallery (London, 1890-1894). Woodburytype after photograph by W & D Downey

John Ellis, elected Lord Mayor of London, wearing the apron of a Freemason and dancing with a turtle. Turtle soup is a traditional dish at the Lord Mayors annual banquet

Richard (Dick) Whittington (c1358-1423) English merchant and philanthropist who was three times Lord Mayor of London, England

William Scholefield (1809-1867), English radical Member of Parliament for Birmingham. First Mayor of Birmingham (1838) when the city was incorporated

The Peasants Revolt of 1381in England began in Brentwood, Essex as a protest at the collection of poll tax and reached a climax at Smithfield, London

Joseph Mobutu and Lindsey
New York, New York: August 11, 1970 President Joseph Mobutu of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and NY Mayor John Lindsey looking at a picture

NY Mayor John Lindsay
New York, New York: September 30, 1971 Mayor John Lindsay smiles during a press conference

McCook And Mayor LaGuardia
Washington, D.C.: November 17, 1937 New York Supreme Court Judge Phillip McCook converses with Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia at the annual U.S. Conference of Mayors being held at The Mayflower Hotel

Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia
New York, New York: November 5, 1941 Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia of New York as he was just elected for a third term as mayor

Praetor-urbanus, Inauguration Of The Coptic Mayor Of Cairo, Preceded By The Procureur De La Commune, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Engraving 1799, An Obese, Copt, Holding A Mace Or Staff

The Convention Makers, England 1771, The Interior Of A Room; A Picture Called A Convention, Depicting The Convention Between England And Spain On The Falkland Islands

William Dowd For Mayor Of New York, US, USA, America, United States, American, Engraving 1880

The Celebration Of Southports Hundredth Birthday: The Earl Of Lathom Delivering His Address At The Opening Ceremony Of The Centenary Exhibition Of Art; Top Left And Right Are Depicted The Mayoress

The Royal Home-coming At Bucharest: The Mayor Offering Bread And Salt At The Railway Station, Romania, 1893 Engraving

Hungarian Colours Presented To M. Kossuth, And The Mayor Of Southampton

Exterior Of The Cottage Of The Mayor Of Southampton, At Winchester, UK

Richard Andrews, Esq. Mayor Of Southampton, UK

Sir John Potter, Mayor Of Manchester, UK

Part Of A Service Of Plate Presented To The Mayor Of Manchester, UK

Collars And Jewel Of The Mayor Of Manchester, UK

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"Mayor: A Legacy of Leadership and Community" In the realm of trailblazing women, Elizabeth Garrett Anderson stands tall as she became the first female mayor in British history. Her unwavering determination paved the way for countless others to follow. A whimsical balloon event orchestrated by Charles Green brought joy and wonder to Stockport, captivating both young and old with its colorful display against the clear blue sky. The town united under a shared sense of awe, celebrating their beloved mayor's commitment to fostering community spirit. The Marquess and Marchioness of Anglesey embodied grace and elegance as they graced public events with their presence, supporting various causes close to their hearts. Their collaboration with Thomas Hawksley, Mayor of Nottingham in 1715, brought forth remarkable advancements in infrastructure that still benefit society today. William Felkin left an indelible mark on Nottingham Market Place through his innovative textile manufacturing techniques alongside Sylvanus Redgate. Together, they revolutionized the industry while embodying the spirit of entrepreneurship that defines mayoral leadership. Across borders lies Majorca's picturesque Town of Soller nestled beneath Puig Major's majestic peaks. Its charismatic mayor tirelessly worked towards preserving its natural beauty while embracing progress—a testament to effective governance transcending boundaries. Within every printed souvenir paper napkin from Colchester's Oyster Fishery opening ceremony lies a story waiting to be told. The vibrant colors mirrored the excitement surrounding this momentous occasion—an embodiment of unity among residents who cherished tradition yet embraced change. The Great Western Railway service from Penzance symbolized Sir Thomas Leigh's vision for connectivity between towns—bridging gaps physically and metaphorically. His legacy lives on through improved transportation systems that foster economic growth and cultural exchange. As Michel De Montaigne once said, "I prefer being a good man rather than a great one. " Mayors around the world strive daily to uphold these words by serving their communities selflessly—their dedication and commitment to public service shaping the very fabric of our societies.