Allen Collection

A Plan of the town of Sheffield in the county of York drawn by W. Fairbank 1797. Engraved by Thomas Harris
Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library:s 45 S

Protect Your Heritage. Join the Territorial Army. Recruiting poster by E R Blair, 1920 (c).Printed bys C Allen and Company Limited, 20 Gerrard Street, London, W1. Date: circa 1920

Middlesex Cricket Team, 1930s showing Lee, H.J. Enthoven, G.C. Newman, Canning, Price, R.W.V. Robins, G.T.S. Stevens, Hearne, N. Haig, Hendren, G.O. Allen

Woman suffrage headquarters in Upper Euclid Avenue, Cleveland - A. (at extreme right) is Miss Belle Sherwin, President, National League of Women Voters; B. is Judge Florence E

The Importance of Being Earnest at the St Jamess Theatre, London. Gwendolen Fairfax (Miss Irene Vanbrugh) and Worthing; Gwendolen and Cecily (Miss Evelyn Millard); Gwendolen

HYNEK, 1966
J ALLEN HYNEK American astronomer and UFO investigator, at a press conference regarding the 1966 Hillsdale sightings which he attributes to marsh gas

St. Pancras. A terminus of the London, Midland and Scottish Railway, 1935. Creator: Unknown
St. Pancras. A terminus of the London, Midland and Scottish Railway, 1935. From " Railway Wonders of the World, Vol. 1". [The Amalgamated Press Limited, London, 1935]

King Class Four-Cylinder Express Locomotive - Great Western Railway, 1935
" King" Class Four-Cylinder Express Locomotive - Great Western Railway, 1935. From " Railway Wonders of the World, Vol. 1". [The Amalgamated Press Limited, London, 1935]

Lough Allen, County Leitrim, Republic of Ireland. circa 1970s

The famous Lickey incline between Bromsgrove and Blackwell, Worcestershire, 1935
The famous Lickey incline between Bromsgrove and Blackwell, Worcestershire, on the L.M.S. Bristol to Birmingham line, 1935. From " Railway Wonders of the World, Vol. 1"

Hubert Raymond Allen (Dizzy)
Hubert Raymond Allen also known as Dizzy joined the RAF before the war. He was in action over Rotterdam and Dunkirk during the British evacuation, in the Battle of Britain

Danejohn Hill, Canterbury, Kent, 1829. Creator: James Baylis Allen
Danejohn Hill, Canterbury, Kent, 1829. The Dane John Mound, a former Roman cemetery, was converted into a motte-and-bailey castle in the 11th century

Highbury Place, Highbury, Islington, London, 1787. Artist: Robert Pollard
West view of Highbury Place, Highbury, London, 1787; with cattle in the foreground

Chocolate Apricot poster
Allens Chocolate Apricot, 1892

Aston Villa win the F. A Cup, 1887
Aston Villa win the F.A Cup, 1887: the winning team. Date: 1887

The Importance of Being Earnest at the St Jamess Theatre, London. Miss Prism (Mrs George Canninge) and Worthing (Mr George Alexander); Algernon Moncrieff (Mr Allen Aynesworth)

Sir Walter Macarthur Allen (1870-1943), Commander in Chief of the Metropolitan Special Constabulary (MSC). Portrait photograph by Hay Wrightson

Regency era window curtains for a boudoir, 1800
6339794 Regency era window curtains for a boudoir, 1800 by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Regency era window curtains for a boudoir, 1800)

The Cornish Riviera Express drawn by a King class locomotive, 1935-36
The " Cornish Riviera Express" drawn by a " King" class locomotive between Dawlish and Teignmouth (Devon), 1935-36. From " Railway Wonders of the World, Vol. 2"

Jack Allen heads Newcastles first goal, FA Cup Final, Wembley, London, 1932. Artist: Graphic Photo Union
Jack Allen heads Newcastles first goal, FA Cup Final, Wembley, London, 1932. The Arsenal players are Eddie Hapgood, goalkeeper Frank Moss, Herbie Roberts and George Male

University - Edgar Allen Library, Sheffield, South Yorkshire. Date: circa 1920s

RAF personnel completing Thor missile training course
RAF personnel, completing a 13-week training course on the Thor propulsion system at Rocketdyne. From left: Chief Technician Sidney Allen, Junior Technician Graham R.J

U. S. mail steam ship Arctic: Collins line builders, hull by
U.S. mail steam ship Arctic: Collins line builders, hull by Wm. H. Brown N.Y. engines by Stillman Allen & Co. Novelty Works N.Y. Date c1850. U.S

Countrywear / Men 1876
A country gentlemen wears a Norfolk shirt (the forerunner of the Norfolk jacket), knickerbockers, bowler hat, woollen socks & leather shoes & carries a knobbly cane

Alex Pope (Kilvert)
ALEXANDER POPE writer, with Ralph Allen and William Warburton at Prior Park

Tom and Maggie Tulliver being run down by machinery from Dolcote Mill that has broken away in the flood
536965 Tom and Maggie Tulliver being run down by machinery from Dolcote Mill that has broken away in the flood, They die in a close embrace

Aunt Clegg, one of Mrs Tulliver's sisters, looking over the goods in Bob Jakin's pack
536961 Aunt Clegg, one of Mrs Tulliver's sisters, looking over the goods in Bob Jakin's pack. Illustration by Walter James Allen (active 1859-1891)

German Grand Admiral Alfred von Tirpitz (1849-1930) with his answer to British naval strength
528342 German Grand Admiral Alfred von Tirpitz (1849-1930) with his answer to British naval strength. He promoted unrestricted submarine warfare. William Allen Rogers (1854-1931) American artist

Mrs Tulliver visiting lawyer Waken to ask him not to bid for Dorlcote Mill at the forthcoming auction
536953 Mrs Tulliver visiting lawyer Waken to ask him not to bid for Dorlcote Mill at the forthcoming auction. By Walter James Allen (active 1859-1891)

Maggie Tulliver, having cut off her hair and run away from home, is offered a share of the gypsies' stew
536950 Maggie Tulliver, having cut off her hair and run away from home, is offered a share of the gypsies' stew. By Walter James Allen (active 1859-1891)

Tom and Maggie Tulliver fishing in childhood It was one of their happy mornings
536949 Tom and Maggie Tulliver fishing in childhood It was one of their happy mornings. Illustration by Walter James Allen (active 1859-1891)

Wilhelm II (1859-1941) Emperor of Germany 1888-1918, mailed fist on War Map, looks at sand glass labelled Summer 1918
528344 Wilhelm II (1859-1941) Emperor of Germany 1888-1918, mailed fist on War Map, looks at sand glass labelled Summer 1918, while Father Time, the Grim Reaper is ready to strike. World War I

Mr. Tulliver ordering Tom to write a bitter condemnation of lawyer Wakem in the front of the family Bible
536956 Mr. Tulliver ordering Tom to write a bitter condemnation of lawyer Wakem in the front of the family Bible. By Walter James Allen (active 1859-1891)

Old Deerfield, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Old Deerfield, c1900. Photographs show historic homes and areas in Old Deerfield, Massachusetts. Includes annotations by the Allen sisters on each photograph

At the spinet, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
At the spinet, c1900. Photograph for book illustration shows woman, in period costume, playing a spinet piano

Old burying ground, 1892. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Old burying ground, 1892. Photograph shows a young boy sitting by an old tombstone in a cemetery

Specimen illustrations for a monograph on clay stones by J.M. Arms Sheldon, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Specimen illustrations for a monograph on clay stones by J.M. Arms Sheldon, c1900. (Among the books published by American entomologist, educator)

Portrait of the artists mother, between 1890 and 1895. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Portrait of the artists mother, between 1890 and 1895. Photograph shows a woman sitting and knitting by a window. (Mary Allen, nee Stebbins)

A New England sibyl, between 1880 and 1890. Creator: Frances S. Allen
A New England sibyl, between 1880 and 1890. Photograph shows Judith Allen (1811-1890), aunt of the Allen sisters, seated in a chair, reading a large book

In May, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
In May, c1900. Landscape photograph showing field with a stream, trees, and bushes

Bread & milk, 1894. Creator: Frances S. Allen. Bread & milk, 1894. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Bread & milk, 1894. Photograph shows a little boy, seated at a table, feeding himself with a spoon

The difficult step, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
The difficult step, c1900. Photograph shows a woman, holding an infant while helping her young child walk. Subjects have been identified as Mrs. Albert Busha and children

Willows, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Willows, c1900. Photograph shows willow trees by a stream

A Holbein woman, c1890. Creator: Frances S. Allen
A Holbein woman, c1890. Photograph is a head-and-shoulders portrait of a woman dressed and posed in the style of a painting by Hans Holbein

A "crack" with the blacksmith, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
A "crack" with the blacksmith, c1900. Photograph shows two children talking(?) to a blacksmith standing in the doorway of his forge

A "crack" with the blacksmith, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
A "crack" with the blacksmith, c1900. Photograph shows two children talking(?) to a blacksmith standing in the doorway of his forge

Calls in Cranford, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Calls in Cranford, c1900. Photograph for book illustration shows a woman dressed in mid-19th century period costume descending stone stairs

How d'y do?, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
How d'y do?, c1900. Photograph for book illustration shows two women, in mid-19th century period costumes, standing in a doorway greeting each other

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"Discovering Allen: A Journey Through History and Heritage" Step into the past with a plan of Sheffield, beautifully drawn by W. Fairbank in 1797 and engraved by Thomas Harris. This intricate map unveils the town's rich history. Preserving our heritage is vital, as emphasized by the call to "Protect Your Heritage. Join the Territorial Army. " Let us unite to safeguard our cultural legacy for future generations. In Upper Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, lies an iconic building that once served as the Woman Suffrage Headquarters. It stands as a testament to the relentless fight for gender equality. Oscar Wilde's timeless play "The Importance of Being Earnest" captivates audiences even today, reminding us of society's quirks and follies through witty dialogue and clever plot twists. HYNEK's groundbreaking work in 1966 shed light on unidentified flying objects (UFOs), forever leaving an imprint on ufology research worldwide. Lough Allen in County Leitrim, Republic of Ireland offers breathtaking natural beauty that enchants all who visit its shores. Explore this tranquil haven where nature meets serenity. Danejohn Hill in Canterbury, Kent was brought to life in 1829 by James Baylis Allen. His creation stands tall as a reminder of architectural brilliance from yesteryears. Embark on a nostalgic journey aboard The Cornish Riviera Express pulled by a majestic King class locomotive during 1935-36. Experience elegance and luxury while traversing picturesque landscapes. St Pancras serves as an iconic terminus for Londoners since its establishment in 1935 under the London Midland and Scottish Railway network. Witness history unfold within these historic walls crafted by unknown hands. The famous Lickey incline between Bromsgrove and Blackwell in Worcestershire holds tales of triumph over challenging terrain during its construction in 1935 - a testament to human engineering marvels.