Clarion Collection

The William Morris Clarion van
A man stands on a Clarion van under a banner reading Socialism talking to a crowd of people congregated around him. One holds a bicycle and other bicycles are visible by the van

Clarion Van
A group of people standing in front of Clarion van no. 2, some holding copies of the Clarion newspaper. Fred Bramley (TUC General Secretary 1923-1925) stands on the van. Date: c. 1907

Robert Blatchford and the Clarion van
A group of people sit on and stand around a new Clarion van (mobile propaganda vehicle) designed by Walter Crane, to celebrate its completion

National Clarion Cycling Club
Members of the National Clarion Cycling Club London Union at their Autumn Meet in Dorking. Men and women and some children stand and sit in front of a wooded area for a large group photograph

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Clairon; Clarion; Clarin (engraving)
7195412 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Clairon; Clarion; Clarin (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clairon; Clarion; Clarin)

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Ireland, County Sligo, Sligo Town, Winter scene with frosted trees in the grounds o=f the Clarion Hotel

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Ireland, County Sligo, Sligo Town, Winter scene with frosted trees in the grounds of the Clarion Hotel

The Morris Room at the Clarion Cafe, Manchester, c1911
The Morris Room at the Clarion Cafe, Manchester. Decorated by the St. Georges Guild of Crafts, Birmingham, c1911. The Manchester Clarion Cafe was at 50 Market Street, Manchester

The Old City Hall at Markt Square, Gouda, South Holland, Netherlands
The Old Gouda City Hall at the Markt square was built between 1448 and 1450. It was one of the oldest Gothic city halls in the Netherlands

Bethurums Contact
Aura Rhanes, from the planet Clarion, encountered by Truman Bethurum in the California desert

Ufos / Bethurum Contact
The scow - an alien spacecraft from the planet Clarion, with whose occupants Truman Bethurum became quite friendly Date: 1952

Suffragette in Snow Votes for Women. A lone suffragette holding a banner stands in the snow and ice. The caption reads, And loud that clarion voice replied

Robert Blatchford by Tom Hutt
Caricature of Robert Blatchford (1851-1943), socialist campaigner, journalist and author. Founded the Manchester branch of the Fabian Society and launched the socialist paper, The Clarion

Clarion trumpet engraving 1881
Le Monde Physique par Amedee Guillemin - Paris / Librairie Hachette et Cie 1881

CLARION PLAYER. German woodcut by Tobias Stimmer (1539-1584)

School drawing, Goya
GOYA Y LUCIENTES, Francisco de (1746-1828). School drawing. Charcoal drawing with clarion touches on grey laid paper. Drawing

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"Revolution on Wheels: The Clarion Van and the Legacy of Robert Blatchford" In the early 20th century, a unique vehicle known as the Clarion Van became a symbol of social change and activism. It was closely associated with Robert Blatchford, a prominent British socialist and journalist who used this van to spread his ideas across the country. The William Morris Clarion van, adorned with eye-catching slogans and images promoting workers' rights and equality, served as a mobile platform for Blatchford's passionate speeches. This iconic vehicle became an emblem of hope for many working-class individuals who sought justice in an unequal society. Not only did the Clarion Van serve as a tool for political discourse, but it also played a significant role in fostering community spirit. The National Clarion Cycling Club organized regular outings using these vans, allowing members to explore new horizons while championing their shared values. Interestingly, beyond its association with social reform movements, "Clarion" has found its way into various contexts throughout history. In ufology circles, there are references to the Bethurum Contact case involving UFO sightings near Nevada's Mount Charleston – where witnesses claimed to have heard messages from extraterrestrial beings through something called "the clarions. " Furthermore, even language itself embraces "clarion. " In Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Clairon; Clarion; Clarin (engraving), we witness how different cultures incorporate this word into their lexicon to describe musical instruments or heralds that announce important news. Moving forward in time but staying within Manchester's historical tapestry is The Morris Room at the Clarion Cafe captured in c1911 by EyeUbiquitous_20105604. This image transports us back to an era when suffragettes braved harsh weather conditions like those depicted in EyeUbiquitous_20105603 - showcasing women fighting for their right to vote amidst snowfall.