Announcer Collection

Backyard carnival, 1800s
Children putting on a circus in the backyarrd, 1800s. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Mrs Giles Borrett, first female BBC radio announcer
Mrs Giles Borrett (her stage name as an actress was Sheila Stewart), first female BBC radio announcer. She had a three-month trial, and received good notices, but her contract was terminated

A Stuart Hibberd. Chief BBC radio announcer until 1951. Date: circa 1938

Introducing Georges Carpentier, 1921. Creator: George Wesley Bellows
Introducing Georges Carpentier, 1921

Richard Baker in The Moon in the Yellow River
Richard Baker (news announcer) playing Darrell Blake (centre) in the Tower Theatres production of The Moon in the Yellow River by Denis Johnston. Date: 1954

ArgueElles, Agustin (1776-1843). Spanish liberal politician and orator. Litography. SPAIN
CUL4872824 ArgueElles, Agustin (1776-1843). Spanish liberal politician and orator. Litography. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid

Woman in wireless telephone (the TSF) costume, with speaker hat, receiver and gold dress
FLO4684452 Woman in wireless telephone (the TSF) costume, with speaker hat, receiver and gold dress. Lithograph by unknown artist with stencil handcolouring from " Nos Travestis"

ArgueElles, Agustin (1776-1843). Spanish liberal politician and orator. Litography. SPAIN
CUL4872082 ArgueElles, Agustin (1776-1843). Spanish liberal politician and orator. Litography. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid

ArgueElles, Agustin (1776-1843). Spanish liberal politician and orator. (engraving)
CUL4939994 ArgueElles, Agustin (1776-1843). Spanish liberal politician and orator. (engraving); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: ArgueElles, Agustin (1776-1843)

Moira Stewart. BBC Newscaster, broadcaster and announcer. Moira Clare Ruby Stuart OBE is a British presenter and broadcaster

The new television channel, Channel 4, has announced names of the presenters involved including the announcers. Pictured, the presenters and announcers, left to right, Keith Harrison

Richard Baker. Full name, Richard Douglas James Baker OBE (15 June 1925 ? 17 November 2018) was an English broadcaster, best known as a newsreader for BBC News from 1954 to 1982

WW2 - Station Announcer
A pair of photgraphs of a British railway station announcer, with the receiving end of a platform of military figures waiting. Date: circa 1944

Elizabeth Cowell, by official car, in army uniform and hat
Elizabeth Cowell, standing by official car, in army uniform and hat. Captioned, We take off our hat to: Miss Elizabeth Cowell, for being a wartime army transport worker, instead of herself

The Death Announcer
Artwork of a ruthless looking gentleman in top hat and black clothes, seated, titled The Death Announcer. Date: circa 1926

John Snagge and Elizabeth Cowell at the BBC
John Snagge (1904-1996) was a BBC newsreader and commentator, who was made Presentation Director at the start of World War II

Elizabeth Cowell, BBC announcer
Elizabeth Cowell (1912-1998) was the first female television announcer. She made her debut with the BBC in 1936. Date: 1940

BBC radio announcers
Portraits of BBC radio announcers Frank Phillips, Joseph MacLeod, Alan Howland and Alvar Lidell. Date: circa 1940

Broadcast tower at Howard University during commencement exercises, Washington, D. C, 1942. Creator: Gordon Parks
Washington, D.C. Broadcast tower at Howard University during commencement exercises

Mario Lopez, Michael Buffer Tv Presenter & Boxing Announcer Pacquiao V Hatton, Weigh-In Las Vegas, Nv, USA 01 May 2009 Date: 01 May 2009

The Announcement, page from "A Picture Book of Stage Fans (Ehon butai ogi)", Japan, 1770. Creator: Shunsho
The Announcement, page from "A Picture Book of Stage Fans (Ehon butai ogi)", Japan, 1770

Elizabeth Cowell by Madame Yevonde
Elizabeth Cowell (1912 - 1998), British broadcaster and the first woman television announcer by Madame Yevonde. Date: 1940

Jasmine Bligh, television announcer
Jasmine Lydia Bligh (20 May 1913 21 July 1991), one of the first three BBC Television Service presenters in the 1930s. Along with Leslie Mitchell and Elizabeth Cowell

BBC Radio broadcaster R F Palmer (Uncle Rex)
BBC Radio broadcaster R F Palmer, known affectionately as Uncle Rex. 1923

The TV Announcer. People You See, from Teddy Bear magazine, 1965. Date: 1965

BBC Announcer Alexander McIntosh seen here at home. Circa 1957

BBC Announcer Alexander McIntosh seen here at home with his wife and children. Circa 1957

Peter Haigh 28 youngest of the BBC TV announcers, seen here at home applying hair restorer to his scalp. 12th July 1952

Radio Broadcaster Date: 1941

Detail from the Egyptian papyrus of Ani showing the animal headed Keeper, Guard, and Announcer of one of the Seven Gates of the Ocean

Beauty contest lineup for Miss County of Cornwall
Beauty contest lineup in swimsuits for Miss County of Cornwall. Date: circa 1980s

Radio Announcer Transmitting A News Bulletin In 1920. From The Story Of 25 Eventful Years In Pictures, Published 1935

Harold Abrahams
Harold Maurice Abrahams, CBE, (18991978) - a British athlete of Jewish origin. He was champion in the 100 metres sprint at the 1924 Olympics in Paris (July 7th)

Elegant man talking into microphone in studio, (B&W)

Announcing the winner of a beauty pageant - South Coast (West Sussex) seaside resort. Date: 1937

Elizabeth Cowell at the BBC
Given its access to sensitive information, the BBC had to be on the lookout for potential spies during the Second World War

Elizabeth Cowell - television presenter by Yevonde
Elizabeth Cowell (19121998) was a British broadcaster and the first woman television announcer. Pictured studying a portrait taken of herself in 1933 before she became a radio

French radio broadcaster on Queen Mary on her maiden voyage
A French radio announcer broadcasting from the promenade deck of the Queen Mary ocean liner on her maiden voyage in May 1936

Happy Families Playing Cards - Miss Mike the Announcers Daughter. circa 1930s

Happy Families Playing Cards - Master Mike the Announcers Son. circa 1930s

Happy Families Playing Cards - Mrs Mike the Announcers Wife. circa 1930s

Happy Families Playing Cards - Mr Mike the Announcer. circa 1930s

RADIO RIO
Senor Bittencourt, the announcer of the radio station of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, greets his listeners each morning. accompanied by his handsome guitarists. Date: 1930s

PRESS CONFERENCE, 1939. NBC announcer Gordon Hittenmark interviewing Federal Communications Commission chairman Frank R. McNinch at a televised press conference in Washington, D.C. 31 January 1939

BELLOWS: JOHN SULLIVAN. Introducing John L. Sullivan. Lithograph by George Bellows, 1916

British Gymnastics Display with announcer & seated audience
Unintentionally hilarious photographic postcard of a British Gymnastics Display with announce/trainer (armed with a megaphone) and a very reserved seated audience

Railway Station Announcer
People You See. Railway Station Announcer. From Teddy Bear (4 July 1970)

GRAHAM McNAMEE (1888-1942). American radio broadcaster. Photographed while reporting from the Democratic National Convention for station WEAF, 1924

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In the quaint setting of a backyard carnival in the 1800s, Mrs. Giles Borrett stood tall as she became the first female BBC radio announcer. With grace and poise, she paved the way for future women to make their mark in broadcasting. A name that resonates with history, Stuart Hibberd's voice echoed through the airwaves as he introduced boxing legend Georges Carpentier in 1921. The captivating moment was immortalized by George Wesley Bellows' artistic genius. Richard Baker took center stage in "The Moon in the Yellow River, " captivating listeners with his velvety tones and impeccable delivery. His presence on air during World War II brought comfort to those seeking solace amidst chaos. Amidst wartime turmoil, Elizabeth Cowell emerged as a beacon of strength and resilience. Clad in her army uniform and hat, she commanded respect both on and off the microphone while serving her country. Known as "The Death Announcer, " John Snagge's somber yet compassionate voice carried news of loss during times of conflict. Alongside him stood Elizabeth Cowell at BBC headquarters, their combined efforts shaping an era of informative broadcasting. Elizabeth Cowell continued to captivate audiences with her soothing timbre as one of BBC's esteemed announcers. Her dedication to delivering news with utmost professionalism earned her a place among broadcasting legends. Behind every great broadcast lies a team of talented individuals who bring stories to life through their voices. These unsung heroes form an integral part of BBC radio announcers' legacy - forever etched into our collective memory. Even amidst serious affairs, beauty contests provided moments of respite from reality. A lineup for Miss County Cornwall showcased elegance personified under the guidance of these skilled announcers - adding glamour to everyday lives.