Telephones Collection (#3)

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Mr H C Jones, Liverpool area telephone manager, shows three GPO operators at an exhibition how to use one of the new coin boxes

Men Of Power - from this central control room at Newcastle Central Station they guide the railways through the region on 28th October 1970

The signal box, from which is controlled all traffic at each end of the marshalling yard. The illuminated dial covers 13 miles of track, and the signal operators shown are (left) Mr

British Rail workers busy in the Control Room at Newcastle Central Station on 28th October 1970

Turkey Farmer Bernard Matthews, founder of Bernard Matthews Farms Limited, 29th March 1991. Pictured at residence, Great Witchingham Hall

Dory Swan and her pet dog talking on the telephone Circa 1955

Dory Swan and her pet dog talking on the telephone Circa 1955

Harry Secombe in his dressing room at the London Palladium. October 1966 W9260-002

How a secretary adds up: There she sits, a lovely creature surrounded by all the paraphernalia to ensure that business, and her boss, will keep ticking over smoothly

Alison Close in the Fire Control room at West Denton fire station

World war II. Women. Hello girls training school. W. A. A. F
World war II. Women. Hello girls training school. W.A.A.F. girls receiving instruction on the switch boards. May 1944 P010255

Mrs. Shirley Williams M. P. (35), the new Parliamentary Secretary at the Ministry of
Mrs. Shirley Williams M.P. (35), the new Parliamentary Secretary at the Ministry of Labour. April 1966 P012359

Nurse on Telephone Date: 1948

Woman Amazed by Phone Date: 1948

Telephone Technician

BELLS TELEPHONE / BOSTON
Bells Salem-Boston demonstration. Date: late 19th century

BELLS PHOTOPHONE / C19TH
Bells photophone. Date: late 19th century

Telephone box, Grand Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, England
Communications, Telecoms, British Red Telephone box

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Communications, Telephones, Mobile, Phone stuck between cushions of sofa

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Communications, Telephones, Mobile, Phone stuck between cushions of sofa

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Communications, Telephones, Mobile, Phone stuck between cushions of sofa

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Communications, Telephones, Mobile, Phone stuck between cushions of sofa

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Mexico, Oaxaca, Public telephones on wall

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COMMUNICATIONS, Telephone, Mobile, Blackberry Curve 8900 Smart Phone

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COMMUNICATIONS, Telephone, Mobile, Blackberry Curve 8900 Smart Phone

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COMMUNICATIONS, Telephone, Mobile, Blackberry Curve 8900 Smart Phone

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COMMUNICATIONS, Telephone, Mobile, Blackberry Curve 8900 Smart Phone

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COMMUNICATIONS, Telephone, Mobile, Blackberry Curve 8900 Smart Phone

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COMMUNICATIONS, Telephones, Mobile, Blackberry Curve 8900 Smart Phone

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COMMUNICATIONS, Telephone, Mobile, Blackberry Curve 8900 Smart Phone

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ITALY, Tuscany, Siena, Five public phone boxes in an empty deserted tiled room

Control room of Short S14 Sarafand, S1589, containing the switchboard for the electricity supply, telephones and engine instruments

Cat telephone cosy from Selfridges, 1919
Ideas for Christmas gifts from Selfridges. This quaint conceit is a telephone cosy in the shape of a cat. Everyone needs one of these in their life. Date: 1919

The watchroom of Southwark Fire Station, London. Although this had a telephone switchboard serving the adjacent headquarters of the Brigade

Repeating Pattern - Old style telephones - man and woman. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Red London Telephone Box in London, England

UK, England, London, London Eye, telephone box

A Man Stands In The Ocean With Items From Work And Vacation Flying Over His Head; Tarifa, Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain

Apollo director Phillips monitors Apollo 11 pre-launch activities, Florida, USA, 1969. From the Kennedy Space Flight Center control room, Apollo Program Director Lieutenant General Samuel C

Watchroom at Fire Brigade HQ, Southwark
Watchroom at Metropolitan Fire Brigade headquarters in Southwark Bridge Road, with men manning the switchboard and monitoring the fire alarm control board where calls for assistance were received

Blue traditional London / British telephone box in Ayutthaya, Thailand

Assorted telephones from various stages in history, front view

Wall mounted telephone
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Old fashioned double bell, crank style telephone, with separate receiver and mouthpiece. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Red London Telephone Box, London, England

Women of the Auxiliary Fire Service using a telephone, WW2
Women of the Auxiliary Fire Service using a telephone

London Fire Brigade street fire alarm and telephone point
In 1904 the Metropolitan Fire Brigade changed its name to the London Fire Brigade. Less than one year later it was possible for crews to call in to Southwark Headquarters from a remote point

Telephone Boxes / Malta
Two British red telephone boxes at Valletta, kitted out with internet telephones

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"Connecting the World: A Journey Through Telephone History" In this captivating journey through time, we explore the fascinating world of telephones. From vintage pin-up calendars to iconic advertisements and historic moments, these images depict the evolution and significance of this revolutionary invention. Picture No. 11772293 takes us back to 1950 when David Wright's enchanting artwork showcased a pin-up calendar girl seductively posing next to a telephone. This image captures the allure and glamour associated with telephones during that era. Fast forward to March 9th, 1960, as depicted on Tatler's front cover (Picture No. 10946949), where an elegant lady effortlessly converses over a telephone. It symbolizes how telephones became an integral part of society, connecting people from all walks of life. Advertisements promoting telephone usage have played a crucial role in shaping our communication habits. An advert featured in our collection highlights the convenience and efficiency that comes with using a telephone (Advert for using a telephone). It reminds us how this device revolutionized long-distance conversations and brought loved ones closer together. The presence of animals alongside telephones adds charm to these snapshots. Picture No. 10946949 showcases a tabby cat perched on an office desk amidst files and phones – perhaps reminding us that even pets appreciate staying connected. Telecommunications has not only transformed personal interactions but also revolutionized industries like transportation. The Rail Operations Centre photograph demonstrates how telephonic communication plays an essential role in coordinating train operations efficiently. Crossing continents becomes effortless with transatlantic communications (Transatlantic communications: telephoning London to New York). This picture illustrates the awe-inspiring moment when someone dials their loved ones thousands of miles away - bridging gaps between countries and cultures. On April 21st, 1964, Roy Tempest - Theatrical Agent extraordinaire.