1932 Collection (page 3)

Wolseley Hornet Special

Hotchkiss H6B Coupe Chauffer

Ford Bruce Meyers Deuce Coupe

The Micheline - a train on pneumatic tyres
The Micheline - the first train on pneumatic tyres. In commercial use since 1931 - the birth of the Michelin Tyre. This example was run on the L.M.S. Line (Bletchley to Oxford) in 1932

Diana and Nancy Mitford
DIANA AND NANCY FREEMAN MITFORD Two of the infamous Mitford sisters; Mrs Bryan Guiness (Diana) on the left and Nancy Mitford (later Mrs Peter Rodd), novelist, on right

Doukhobors Stripping
Men of the Second Pilgrimage are stopped at Yorkton, where they undress : the Canadian Police arrest them and order them to get dressed, then take them back to the settlement

Pentagram Sigil
PENTAGRAM SIGIL Sigils are occult signs, and pentagrams are known to be effective in protecting the magician while working his magic

Seance with Rudi Sch
Artists impression of a seance with Austrian medium Rudi Schneider at London, under the supervision of Harry Price : the reality was seldom if ever as dramatic as this !

Handkerchief Knot Test
Test at the National Psychical Laboratory on Rudi Schneider the Austrian spiritualist physical medium. Here, a knot has allegedly been tied paranormally in a handkerchief

Master of the Asteroid, Wonder Stories Scifi Magazine Cover
MASTER OF THE ASTEROID - A stranded astronaut is honoured as a god when he crashes on a distant planet

Foden Tractor UX 9728
Foden Tractor, regn. UX 9728, number: 13784. Built in 1932 by Edwin Foden, Sons and Co of Elworth Works, Sandbach, powered by a 6 Nhp compound steam engine. Date: 1970s

Princess Nirgidma visits Citroen Central Asian Expedition
Princess Palta (Nirgidma), Princess of the Torghuts, a nomadic people in Central Asia visits the Citroen Central Asian Anthropological Expedition (3rd Mission, led by Haardt) at Ouroumtsi

Art philistines by H. M. Bateman
" Excuse me, sir, but if you like you can come and paint our cottage - the roses are looking lovely now." A modern artist looks infuriated at the suggestion he might paint something pretty

The marriage of Rosie Dolly and Irving Netcher in New York 16/3/32 with New York Mayor Walker Date: 1932

Singer Sewing Machine - Shoe Repairers Machine model 29K53. 1932

Singer Sewing Machines - factory clock tower. 1932

Dornier Do-X Photo 1
First built in 1929, only three of these useless 12- motor flying boats are built, two of them bought in 1931 by the Italian Air Force : here moored on lake Como. Date: 1932

MAP: LOS ANGELES, 1932. Map of Greater Los Angeles, the wonder city of the world. Lithograph, 1932

COLETTE (1873-1954). Pen name of Sidonie Gabrielle Claudine Colette. French writer. Photograph, 1932

IRAQ: ZIGGURAT IN UR. Ruins of the Third Sumerian Dynasty ziggurat in Ur, built c2100 B.C. Photograph, c1932

Imperial Airlines Handley Page over London, Englad
G-aXE - named Hengist (brother of Horsa legendary conqueror of England), A Handley Page H.P.42, first flew on December 1931 - burned at Karachi in an airship hangar fire in May 1937

Werner Heisenberg, German physicist C017 / 7123
Werner Karl Heisenberg (1901-1976), German physicist. Heisenberg was awarded the 1932 Nobel Prize in Physics for his work on a matrix theory of quantum mechanics

Otis elevator engine, 1932 C016 / 8998
Otis elevator engine. Interior detail of an engine hoist for a steam elevator. This Otis engine was photographed at 39 Bond Street, New York City, USA

Beebe in Atlantic
Professor Beebe in his BATHYSPHERE, 1000 metres below the surface of the Atlantic Ocean

Gwili Andre
Danish model and actress Gwili Andre (1907-1959), born Gurli Andresen, starring in Roar Of The Dragon at the beginning of her brief Hollywood career. Date: 1932

Music cover, Little Spanish Villa by the Sea, recorded by Debroy Somers and his Band. Date: 1932

Gertrude Lawrence in Molyneux
A pale green and russet brown evening ensemble by Edward Molyneux, designed for Gertrude Lawrence to wear in the play, Behold we Live at the St. Jamess Theatre in 1932. Date: 1932

Blyth lifeboat returning to the lifeboat house after being put out to a vessel in distress. 13th January 1932

1932 Hillman Wizard. Creator: Unknown
1932 Hillman Wizard

Womens lingerie 1932
A selection of lingerie, with lace, crepe-de-Chine of taffetas. Date: 1932

Street and bay, Philippeville (Skikda), Algeria
Street with a view of the bay, Philippeville (Skikda), Algeria. Date: circa 1932

Aristocrats at Whites Golf Club Golf Tournament
Lady Allington, Lord Tennyson, Lord Lothian and Lady Astor at Whites Golf Tournament, played at Prince s, Sandwich. Date: 1932

G Jefferson fails at pole vault, 1932 Olympics
A falling American pole-vaulter grips the cross bar as he makes his descent at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympic Games, failing to make a height of 13 feet 9 inches. Date: 1932

Austria, Vienna, Portrait of Alban Berg, 1932
Austria - 20th century. Alban Berg photographed in 1932

Advert for Yardley Lavender 1932
Yardley Lavender, The lovable gift most welcome and acceptable of all delightful things at Christmas time. Date: 1932

Churchill taken ill, 1932
Winston Churchill (1874-1965), English politician, having a cheeky puff on his cigar whilst being stretchered from his London flat to a West End nursing home via ambulance

STEAMSHIP TRAVEL POSTER. English poster, 1932, for Southern Railway advertising the Dover-Calais crossing of the English channel

Luposta Airshow - Danzig - featuring the Graf Zeppelin - held between 23rd and 31st July, 1932

St Benedicts Hospital, Tooting, South London
St Benedicts Hospital which lay between Church Lane and Rectory Lane in Tooting, South London. The hospital was established in 1897

The Tatler Summer Number front cover 1932
Jolly front cover design for the Tatlers Summer Number featuring two cheery beach belles wearing fashionable pyjama suits. One smokes a cigarette while the other grins under a wide brimmed sun hat

RMS Empress of Britain, ocean liner
The RMS (Royal Mail Ship) Empress of Britain, an ocean liner built between 1928 and 1931, owned by the Canadian Pacific Steamship Company

Eton and Harrow match at Lords
Spectators at a cricket match

Pilot Stanley Hausner saying goodbye to his wife
Stanley Hausner, pilot who went missing during his flight between New Jersey and Warsaw. Picked up by British steamer, the Circe Shell

Summer Holiday Fashions
Nautical holiday outfits from 1932, including palazzo pants and berets

Hiker & Camper Mag / 1. 32
Front cover of a magazine devoted to hikers, ramblers and campers featuring a couple out walking through the countryside on a snowy winters day

Hiking Outfits Advert
Advert for Lang & Norton, specialists in British made hiking outfits, including sensible walking shoes, khaki drill shorts and natty sleeveless pullovers

Rudi Schneider Tested
Austrian medium Rudi Schneider is tested in London by Harry Price and colleagues. The findings suggest psychic powers but are controversial

Sketch front cover: RAF display at Hendon airfield
Crowds watching an air display at Hendon airfield in the 1930s

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"1932: A Year of Art, Triumphs, and Milestones" Step back in time to the vibrant year of 1932, where history was made across continents. Diego Rivera's masterpiece mural at The Detroit Institute of Arts captured the essence of the booming automobile industry, showcasing its grandeur and significance. This larger-than-life artwork stood as a testament to human innovation and progress. Meanwhile, on Kinder Scout in England, a mass trespass took place as people fought for their right to access open spaces. This act marked a turning point in public rights and ignited a movement that would shape future generations' relationship with nature. In the world of sports, Jim Pike rode his majestic horse Phar Lap to victory. Their bond symbolized determination and resilience against all odds – an inspiration for athletes worldwide. The enchanting Shirley Temple Doll became every child's cherished companion during this era. With her adorable curls and infectious smile, she brought joy into countless homes around the globe. Speed enthusiasts reveled in the Monaco Grand Prix Poster - 1932 edition. The thrilling race captivated spectators with its adrenaline-pumping action and showcased the epitome of automotive excellence. Greyhound racing reached new heights as four champions emerged victorious at the Greyhound Derby – their agility and grace captivating audiences while celebrating canine athleticism. Amidst these events, Singer Sewing Machines hummed away at their factory in Clydebank. These machines were not just tools but symbols of creativity; they empowered individuals to bring their artistic visions to life through fabric masterpieces. A. E Bestall's "The Last Caravan" transported readers into an enchanting world filled with adventure and mystery – reminding us that imagination knows no bounds when we delve into literature's embrace. The London Palladium program offered dazzling entertainment options for theatergoers seeking respite from daily life. It served as a cultural hub where dreams came alive under bright lights on stage night after night.