Ogdens Collection

Shirland Road, Maida Vale, London, with the Shirland Hotel (pub, now the Truscott Arms) on the left. Date: circa 1910

Advert / Ogdens Tobacco
Ogdens : " Suit the Million and the Millionaire"

Cook Proficiency Badge for Scouts - Baking a Twist, 1929 (colour litho)
472985 Cook Proficiency Badge for Scouts - Baking a Twist, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Weighing and Packing Tobacco at Ogden's Factory, Liverpool Date: 20th century

Selection of Ogden's Tobacco Packets, Packaging and Tins
A selection of Ogden's Tobacco Packets, Packaging and Tins Date: 20th century

Scout Tracking Badge, 1929 (colour litho)
472988 Scout Tracking Badge, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: To obtain this proficiency badge)

Scouts round a Camp Fire, 1929 (colour litho)
472983 Scouts round a Camp Fire, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from the Boy Scouts series of cigarette cards produced by Ogdens;)

A Scout Smiles and Whistles under All Difficulties, 1929 (colour litho)
472981 A Scout Smiles and Whistles under All Difficulties, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eighth Scout law)

The Gaiety Girls - Constance Collier and Lily Harold, with an unknown actress. circa 1894

A Scout is a Friend to Animals, 1929 (colour litho)
472976 A Scout is a Friend to Animals, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 6th Scout Law)

Rover Scout, 1929 (colour litho)
472971 Rover Scout, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rover Scouts or Rovers are the final section of the Scout movement)

Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster, 1929 (colour litho)
472968 Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Advert for Ogdens Guinea-Gold Cigarettes. 1897

A Scout is Thrifty, 1929 (colour litho)
472980 A Scout is Thrifty, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ninth Scout Law)

A Scout Helps Others, 1929 (colour litho)
472973 A Scout Helps Others, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 3rd Scout Law: A Scout is helpful to others)

Sea Scouts, 1929 (colour litho)
472970 Sea Scouts, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from the Boy Scouts series of cigarette cards produced by Ogdens; ); English

Journey Test for the 1st Class Scouts Badge, 1929 (colour litho)
472986 Journey Test for the 1st Class Scouts Badge, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Final test required to obtain the 1st class Scouting badge)

A Scout Troop in Camp, 1929 (colour litho)
472984 A Scout Troop in Camp, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from the Boy Scouts series of cigarette cards produced by Ogdens;)

A Scouts Honour is to be trusted, 1929 (colour litho)
472982 A Scouts Honour is to be trusted, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: First Scout Law)

A Scout is Clean, 1929 (colour litho)
472979 A Scout is Clean, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tenth Scout Law: A Scout is clean in thought)

A Scout is Loyal, 1929 (colour litho)
472978 A Scout is Loyal, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 2nd Scout law: A Scout is Loyal to the King/Queen, to his/her Country, his/her parents)

A Scout Obeys Orders without Question, 1929 (colour litho)
472977 A Scout Obeys Orders without Question, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 7th Scout Law)

A Scottish Scout, 1929 (colour litho)
472969 A Scottish Scout, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Iillustration from the Boy Scouts series of cigarette cards produced by Ogdens;)

Scout First Aid Badge, 1929 (colour litho)
472989 Scout First Aid Badge, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: To obtain this Proficiency Badge)

Nature Study Badge for Scouts, Scout entering a hide, 1929 (colour litho)
472987 Nature Study Badge for Scouts, Scout entering a hide, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Scout is Courteous, 1929 (colour litho)
472975 A Scout is Courteous, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 5th Scout Law)

New Forest SP6 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of New Forest SP6 2

Cecil Rhodes, (1853-1902), English-born South African entrepreneur and statesman, 1894-1907. Artist: Alexander Bassano
Cecil Rhodes, (1853-1902), English-born South African entrepreneur and statesman, 1894-1907. Rhodes made his fortune in the Kimberley diamond mines, and formed De Beers Consolidated Mines in 1888

General Louis Botha, (1862-1919), Afrikaner soldier and statesman, 1894-1907. Botha was Commander-in-chief of the Boer forces from 1900 during the 2nd Boer War (1899-1902)

George Curzon, 1st Marquess Curzon of Kedleston, (1859-1925), British Conservative, 1894-1907
George Curzon, 1st Marquess Curzon of Kedleston, (1859-1925), British Conservative statesman, 1894-1907. Curzon was the Viceroy of India and the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs

Jerome K. Jerome, (1859-1927), English author, 1894-1907. Jerome is best known for his humorous travelogue Three Men in a Boat. From Ogdens Guinea Gold Cigarettes

Franz Liszt, (1811-1886). Hungarian pianist and composer, 1894-1907
Franz Liszt, (1811-1886). Hungarian pianist and composer. From Ogdens Guinea Gold Cigarettes

Israel Zangwill, (1864-1926). British humorist and writer, 1894-1907. Artists: Israel Zangwill, Unknown
Israel Zangwill, (1864-1926). British humorist and writer, 1894-1907. From Ogdens Guinea Gold Cigarettes

His Grace the Duke of Norfolk, (1847-1917). British Unionist politician, 1894 -1907
His Grace the Duke of Norfolk, (1847-1917). British Unionist politician and philanthropist, Henry Fitzalan-Howard, 15th Duke of Norfolk, British Unionist politician and philanthropist

Hiram Stevens Maxim, (1840-1916). American-born British inventor and engineer, 1894-1907
Hiram Stevens Maxim, (1840-1916). American-born British inventor and engineer, Hiram Stevens Maxim, inventor of the Maxim Gun, the first portable, fully automatic machine gun in 1884

Ignacy Jan Paderewski, (1860-1941), Polish pianist and composer, 1894-1907. Polish pianist and composer. Paderewski was also a politician and spokesman for Polish independence

Frederic Leighton, (1830-1896), 1st Baron Leighton, famous painter, 1894-1907. Leighton was an English painter and sculptor whose works depicted historical, biblical and classical subject matters

Charles George Gordon, (1833-85), English soldier, 1894-1907. British army officer and administrator. Also known as Chinese Gordon, Gordon Pasha, and Gordon of Khartoum

Hugh Richard Arthur Grosvenor, 2nd Duke of Westminster, (1879-1953), 1894-1907. British landowner and one of the wealthiest men in the world. From Ogdens Guinea Gold Cigarettes

An advertisement by an English cigarette manufacturer attempting to capitalize on the cholera epidemic at Hamburg
CHOLERA EPIDEMIC, 1892. An advertisement by an English cigarette manufacturer attempting to capitalize on the cholera epidemic at Hamburg, Germany, in 1892

Grantham Market Cross
The fine old Market Cross in the Market Square of Grantham, Lincolnshire, England. Date: 1940s

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"Discover the Rich History and Iconic Legacy in London" Step into the enchanting world of Ogdens, a name that resonates with nostalgia and quality. From its humble beginnings on Shirland Road, Maida Vale, London to becoming a renowned tobacco brand, it has left an indelible mark on the city's history. The iconic advert for Ogdens Tobacco takes us back to a time when smoking was not just a habit but an experience. Weighing and packing tobacco at Ogden's Factory in Liverpool showcases their dedication to craftsmanship and attention to detail. Delve into the treasure trove of Ogden's Tobacco Packets, Packaging, and Tins - each one telling its own story. These artifacts are reminiscent of an era where elegance met functionality. Transport yourself to 1929 through vibrant color lithographs capturing Scout Tracking Badge - symbolizing determination; Scouts round a Camp Fire - epitomizing camaraderie; A Scout Smiles and Whistles under All Difficulties - embodying resilience; A Scout is a Friend to Animals - promoting compassion; Rover Scout - representing adventure; Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster – exemplifying leadership. Immerse yourself in the glamourous world of The Gaiety Girls as Constance Collier and Lily Harold grace our imaginations with their charm. Their presence adds another layer of fascination to the already captivating universe created by Ogden's. And let us not forget about Ogdens Guinea-Gold Cigarettes. An advertisement that entices you with promises of luxury and sophistication. It reminds us that sometimes indulgence can be found within simplicity itself. Ogdens has become more than just a brand – it is now part of our collective memory. Its legacy lives on through these glimpses into history, reminding us that some things are timeless: quality craftsmanship, friendship forged around campfires, loyalty towards animals, and the pursuit of adventure.