Hour Collection (page 19)

Putney Junior Library
An orderly scene at Putney Junior Library, where Story Hour is held every alternative Thursday at 4.45 precisely. Smartly-dressed, well-behaved children frequent the library

Paris to New York by Air
Plans are afoot to set up an aerial passenger service Paris - New York : the aero- express will carry you there in an hour and a half, at a cost of a thousand dollars

Artists Model & Beggar
James Turner a beggar aged 93 who made a lucrative living even posing as an artists model for Sir Joshua Reynolds & Nathaniel Hone at the rate of a shilling an hour

Hour Glasses
17th century Hour-Glasses in Greenwich parish church

Steam Horse, 1828
STEAM HORSE on whose back you may ride to Saint Petersburg in one hour

8-Hour Meeting
Socialist meeting demonstrates on behalf of an EIGHT-HOUR WORKING DAY, London

Tightrope walker crossing falls near Quebec, Canada
Hardy, a well-named American, crosses the falls at Sault- Montmorency, near Quebec, Canada, performing feats for an hour

Railway accident at Abergele, north west Wales
A railway accident at Abergele, north west Wales, when two trains collided on the Chester-Holyhead line. This is the scene an hour and a half after the accident

Michael Faraday, scientist, with glass bar
Michael Faraday (1791-1867), scientist, shown holding a glass bar of the type he used to show that magnetism can affect light

Park Lane Congestion
A drover driving sheep and cattle along Londons Park Lane adds to the confusion of pedestrians and horse-drawn vehicles of every kind

To seat five persons Gentlemen struggle to read their newspapers in an overcrowded train

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"Capturing the essence of time, the 'hour' takes us on a nostalgic journey through history. From Muffin the Mule to a policeman on a BSA motorcycle in London, each image tells its own story. " "Intriguingly, a Brooklands Race Poster and Le Mans Poster remind us of the adrenaline-fueled hours spent at these iconic racing events. " "Transporting us back to Hitchin, Herts in the 1940s, we witness both moments of resilience during wartime and leisurely pursuits like The 24-hour Bicycle Race at Herne Hill in 1892. " "The imposing presence of HMS RODNEY evokes images of strength and power as it sails through uncharted waters. " "Fleet Street in the swinging 1960s paints a vibrant picture of bustling journalists working against the clock to deliver breaking news stories. " "A. W. Wilson's captivating photograph captures rush hour at a London tube station, showcasing the daily hustle and bustle that defines city life. " "Hitchin, Herts once again graces our collection with memories from yesteryears - this time highlighting its charm during World War II era alongside an advertisement for Imperial Airways that promises exotic destinations within hours reach. " "And finally, Brixton Prison stands as an enduring symbol reminding us that even behind bars, every hour counts towards redemption and change under Mayhew's watchful eye.