Vote Collection (#14)

The Polling, Plate III from The Humours of an Election, 1757. Artist: William Hogarth
The Polling, Plate III from The Humours of an Election, 1757. This series of four plates depicts the Oxfordshire parliamentary election of 1754

Reform Leaguers at Marble Arch, London, 1866 (1906). Police trying to stop campaigners for voting reform from entering Hyde Park. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI

A woman recording her vote at the ballot box, c1922. Women over the age of 30 were given the right to vote in Britain for the first time by the Representation of the People Act 1918

The international gathering of the women suffrage workers, 1914, (c1920). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume IV, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Agricultural Labourers Union meeting in Farringdon Street, London, 1877. Founded by Joseph Arch and inaugurated at Leaming in 1872, the National Union of Farm Labourers grew quickly, attracting 86

English suffragettes on being released from Holloway Prison, 1908
English suffragettes Edith New and Mary Leigh being carried triumphantly through London streets after being released from Holloway Prison, 22 August 1908

International Woman Suffrage Alliance, 1914. In centre of seated row is Carrie Chapman Catt (1859-47), American feminist leader

A Sop to Cerberus, 1872. Artist: Joseph Swain
A Sop to Cerberus, 1872. This cartoon shows Louis Adolphe Thiers, the first president of the Third Republic, and Leon Gambetta, the deputy for Marseilles

Revised-and Corrected, 1868. Artist: John Tenniel
Revised-and Corrected, 1868. During the General Election of 1868, the question of the enfranchisement of women came to fore

Waiting for the Verdict, 1865. Artist: John Tenniel
Waiting for the Verdict, 1865. Lord Derby (left) and Disraeli represent the Conservatives who awaited the verdict of the country following the 1865 General Election

Cobdens Logic, 1863. Artist: John Tenniel
Cobdens Logic, 1863. Cobden, MP for Manchester, made a speech in neighbouring Rochdale in which, on the one hand he condemned the British proletariat for their illiteracy, yet, on the other hand

Cartoon, A Seasonal Warning, MPs Beware - a commentary on the Votes for Women campaign. 1909

Suffragette Arson
Scene of destruction at Saunderton Railway Station after a fire started by suffragettes on 9th March 1913. Apparently placards reading Votes for Women

Suffragette Christmas Cracker
Rather Masculine Looking suffragette waving an umbrella proclaims, When a Voter I shall be Proof against all Bribery. Nor shall Vile Corruption prove of Avail. I ll Vote - for love

Suffragette on the Hustings
At last, a woman campaigns for a seat in the House for herself! Surrounded by a group of men, one of whom winks and says, I ll vote for a woman any day

Militancy at Home
Molly refuses to use a hanky until women get the vote Date: Mar 13th 1914

Suffrage Votes for Women
Girl declines to walk out with a bloke what don t think she is fit to ave a vote. Date: Feb 27th 1914

Suffragette and Irish Prisoners
Illustrates the stark contrast between the treatment of Irishand suffragette prisoners citing The Value of the Vote The Voteless suffragette is subjected to barbaric forciblefeeding in Holloway

Victorian Scrap - Political Types - Womans Rights
Victorian Scrap - Political Types - Paper, Womans Rights, Womans Wrongs. late 19th century

General Election Promo postcard for Sydney Hoffnung Goldsmid
The reverse of a promo postcard from January 1910 General Election for Sydney Hoffnung Goldsmid, Conservative candidate for Camberwell North who failed to defeat the incumbent Thomas James Macnamara

Susi - Vote for Bigga Bones
Susi - on the campaign trail - Vote for Bigga Bones. 1950s

Susi - at the hustings. 1950s

Italian Unification (1859-1924). Vote for annexation of the
Italian Unification (1859-1924). Francis II, king of the Two Sicilies (1859-1860) was forced to abdicate, while a plebiscite (21-22 October 1860)

Switzerland. 19th century. Ticino revolt (September 2, 1890) between the radical and conservative. Members of the Provisional Government leaving of the Government Palace at Bellinzona

Spain. Referendum of 1966
Spain. Franco dictatorship. Referendum of December 14, 1966. Poster in favor of yes

Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821). Vote to confer the life Cons
Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821). Military and political leader of France and Emperor of the French as Napoleon I. Vote to confer the life Consulate of Napoleon Bonaparte. Colored engraving

Inauguration of Abraham Lincoln
In 1864, Abraham Lincoln was re-elected as President defeating Democrat George B McClellan with 55% of the popular vote. He was inaugurated at the Capitol Date: 1865

Front cover, La Baionnette
Front cover design, La Baionnette, looking forward to the time when women get the vote. Date: 1919

London Demo / 1906
A WSPU demonstration in London. The placards state We demand the vote this session. Mrs Frances Rowe is pictured in the centre. Date: 1906

Frenchwomen Voting
Women voting ? Helas, this is an imaginary scene showing how it WILL be WHEN Frenchwomen get the vote - ladies from all social spheres, maid and mistress alike, queueing Date: 1906

We Gladstone / Thorny Wood
WILLIAM EWART GLADSTONE Liberal MP and Prime Minister making his way through a thorny wood, in an attempt to catch the Irish Vote Date: 1809 - 1898

We Gladstone / Micawber
WILLIAM EWART GLADSTONE Liberal MP and Prime Minister depicted as Mr Micawber: the Liberal Majority as Mrs Micawber will never desert him Date: 1809 - 1898

Bristol Riot / 1831 / Dawson
In Bristol, where only 6000 of the 104, 000 population had the vote in 1830, a crowd protest against the House of Lords defeat of the Reform Bill by burning 100 houses Date: 31 October 1831

Infant Orphan Election at the London Tavern
Portrayal of the Infant Orphan Election at the London Tavern by G.E. Hicks. Elections were held periodically by childrens charities for their supporters to vote on new orphanage admissions. Date: 1865

Mensa scrutiniorum (scrutiny table), 18th-19th c. It was made for receiving the professor election in the Cervera University. SPAIN. CATALONIA. LLEIDA. Cervera. Cervera Museum

UNITED STATES (20th century). Beautiful Woman Voting (1920). Litography

Suffragette Xmas Card Womans Rights
Elaborate suffragette Xmas card with purple silk banner, labelled, Womans Rights and small china dolls at each side. The lettering is in green

Suffragette Black Cat Ceramic
A figure of a black cat, wearing a large green ribbon around its neck, with the inscription, I Want my Vote Date: circa 1910

Suffragette Badge 1911 Census Boycott
Badge representing the 1911 Resistance to the Census movement. Members of the W.S.P.U, Womens Freedom League and the Womens Tax Resistance League

Suffragette Give Me a Vote Ceramic
A wild-eyed suffragette dressed in the colours of the W.S.P.U - purple, white and green, waves a flag which reads, I Want a Vote

Suffragette and Tall Policeman Child Ceramic
A ceramic figure of a tall policeman, hands over his ears standing beside a small dumpy child, waving a flag and crying, I Want a Vote

Suffragette Crested Bell Forcibly Fed
A two-sided china bell, on one side is the face of a young woman with long hair and a pearl necklace. Below is the motto, This lady shall have a vote with the crest of Southport

Suffragette Votes for Women Crested Figurine
A two-sided head and shoulders figurine of a suffragette with Votes for Women on her bonnet. One side has the crest of Tettenhall (now in the West Midlands)

Margaret Thatcher Election 1987
A large sign made from light bulbs in Piccadilly Circus for the 1987 General Election Date: 1987

Suffrage meeting, Convention Hall, Washington DC, USA
Suffrage meeting at the Convention Hall, Washington DC, USA, 19 May 1910. Date: 1910

Brazil at war with Germany, 1917
The scene in the Senate in Brazil when the unanimous vote for war with Germany was given, following the sinking of Brazilian ships. Senator Ruy Barbosa is speaking

Suffragette Card Game Snap Baby. A card game, possibly a version of Snap with a suffragette theme. One of eight cards, this shows a baby crying Baby at Home who sighs

Suffragette Card Game Snap Orator. A card game, possibly a version of Snap with a suffragette theme. One of eight cards, this shows the female Orator, being pelted with eggs, who asks, Is this a vote

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"Vote: A Powerful Weapon for Change" In the fight for equality, suffragette cats scratch and fight against injustice, their determination embodied in every swipe of their paws. With a cat donning a hat adorned with the flag, they proudly march forward, demanding their right to vote. Konrad Adenauer's campaign poster reminds us that voting is not just a privilege but also a responsibility, and is through our votes that we shape the future of our nation. "I Want My Vote. " cries out the suffragette cat, echoing the sentiments of countless women who fought tirelessly for their voices to be heard. The 19th Amendment stands as a testament to their unwavering dedication. The awakening of women's suffrage depicted in Henry Mayer's American cartoon showcases the journey towards equal rights. As women reach out across states where they already have voting rights, they strive to bring change to those still denied this fundamental freedom. Millicent Fawcett's portrait symbolizes her tireless efforts in advocating for women's suffrage. Her resilience paved the way for progress and inspired generations of activists. Even during Christmas time, suffragettes persistently campaigned with "Votes for Women" Christmas cards. Their message rang clear: equality knows no holiday season; it is an ongoing battle worth fighting. A Liberal Election Campaign Card from 1909 serves as a reminder that mobilization is key – whether it be rallying support or taking action on important issues like war or social justice causes – our votes hold immense power when united together. The commanding presence of suffragettes demonstrates their unwavering determination in securing equal rights. They stood tall amidst adversity and challenged societal norms head-on. Through historical photographs like "Balloting for the coal strike, " we witness how ordinary people exercised their right to vote even during challenging times. It serves as a reminder that democracy thrives when citizens actively participate in shaping policies that affect them.