Pitman Collection

Writing / Shorthand Pitman
Shorthand writing: an example of Pitmans system, boasting that Fortune magazine has gained over 100, 000 subscribers in five short years

Titanic whistle and Turkish Bath ticket
1. The brass Thunderer whistle of HJ Pitman, 3rd Officer on the Titanic, with an inscribed label attached. 2. A Turkish Bath ticket

Oxford Crew, The Boat Race, outdoor sporting portrait of 9, with 4 seated, in caps and blazers. Captioned with names, C D Burnell, C K Philips, W B Stewart, T H E Stretch, W E Crum, M C Pilkington

Pitmans School, Southampton Row, London - School Building of the famous Secretarial School, teaching secretarial skills such as shorthand and typing

Sir Isaac Pitman
SIR ISaC PITMAN Inventor of a system of shorthand Date: 1813 - 1897

Artist Tom McGuinness, a member of the Spennymoor Settlement. Circa 1991

Norman Cornish, the miner-artist from Spennymoor, who still works underground at the Dean and Chapter Colliery, will be having an exhibition of his paintings

Northumberland County Technical College at Ashington, heard a series of readings and dramatised readings of Sid Chaplins work

Wheat Field With Cypresses
A landscape oil painting by Van Gogh, showing the wheat field with cypresses, using a rich impasto technique and signature swirling brush strokes. Date: circa 1932

David Stait Assistant Trainer To J Pitman 11 November 1997 Date: 11 November 1997

Mick Easterby & Mark Pitman Race Horse Trainers Wetherby Races Wetherby Racecoarse, Wetherby, England 01 November 2002 Date: 01 November 2002

Jenny Pitman Race Horse Trainer 11 January 1995 Date: 11 January 1995

Mark Pitman Assistant Trainer Jenny Pitman 26 October 1993 Date: 26 October 1993

Examples of shorthand writing systems (colour litho)
3630286 Examples of shorthand writing systems (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Examples of shorthand writing systems)

Jenny Pitman - Racehorse trainer Date: 1970s - 1980s

Pitmen Playing at Quoits (oil on canvas)
TW426847 Pitmen Playing at Quoits (oil on canvas) by Parker, Henry Perlee (1795-1873); 76.2x63.8 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Christina Johnson with Jack Harrison and their competition paintings. Pitman artist Jack Harrison, the former deputy at Ashlington Colliery won second prize

Writer Sid Chaplin, pictured sitting in a chair. Circa 1983

Writer Sid Chaplin. Circa 1983

Three German miners admire the work of Norman Cornish, the Durham miner artist, at his exhibition in the Stone Gallery, Newcastle

One of the numbers by the Northumberland Youth Brass Band at the Ashington Festival was dedicated to author Sid Chaplin. Here the author (second left) listens to two members

Norman Cornish, the Spennymoor pitman artist who has never had an art lesson in his life, is to be paid £ 1000 by Durham County Council for a giant canvas of the Durham Miners Gala. Circa 1959

The co-authors of "Close the Coalhouse Door"have a reunion when they meet at
The co-authors of " Close the Coalhouse Door" have a reunion when they meet at the University Theatre, Newcastle, for the opening night

Dinner time for Pitman Tom, at home in Stanley. He is pictured with his wife and children. 1st February 1947

Thrales Brewery, Southwark, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Facsimile of a corrected proof by Johnson of his Lives of the Poets, from the original in the Forster Collection, Victoria and Albert Museum, South Kensington, 1907

John Hoole (b. 1727, d. 1803), 1907. John Hoole (1727-1803), was an English translator. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Facsimile title-page (reduced) of Johnsons Lives of the Poets - as re-issued in separate form. This work contained fifty-four biographies, 1907

Sir Charles Blagden (b, 1748, d. 1820), 1907. Sir Charles Brian Blagden FRS (1748-1820), was a British physician and scientist. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

Facsimile of autograph letter by Kitty Clive, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

An exact representation of the burning, plundering and destruction of Newgate by the rioters on the memorable 7th of June 1780, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

Mrs. Elizabeth Montague (b. 1720, d. 1800), 1907. Artist: John Raphael Smith
Mrs. Elizabeth Montague (b. 1720, d. 1800), 1907. Elizabeth Montagu (1718-1800), was a British social reformer, patron of the arts, salonist, literary critic

Johnsons House, No. 8 Bolt Court, Fleet Street, 1907. Artist: A. L. Collins
Johnsons House, No. 8 Bolt Court, Fleet Street, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Lady Diana Beauclerk (b. 1734, d. 1808), 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Topham Beauclerk (b. 1739 - d. 1780), 1907
Topham Beauclerk (b. 1739 - d.1780), 1907. Topham Beauclerk (1739-1780) was a celebrated wit and a friend of Dr Johnson. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

Facsimile title-page of the first edition of The Works of the English Poets, containing Johnsons famous Lives, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

Samuel Johnson, 1777, 1907. Dr Johnson, 18th century English man of letters. A critic, lexicographer, essayist, biographer and poet

Dr. Charles Burney (b. 1726, d. 1814), 1907. Charles Burney FRS (1726-1814) was an English music historian, composer and musician. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

Thomas Tyers (b. 1726, d. 1787), 1907. Thomas Tyers (1726-1787), was an English playboy and dilettante author. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell

Sir Joshua Reynoldss House, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

George Psalmanazar (b. (?) 1679, d. 1763), 1907. George Psalmanazar (c. 1679-1763) was a Frenchman who claimed to be the first native of Formosa (today Taiwan) to visit Europe

Temple Bar from Butcher Row, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Fleet Street in the Eighteenth Century, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

Samuel Johnson, 1773, 1907. Dr Johnson, 18th century English man of letters. A critic, lexicographer, essayist, biographer and poet

David Garrick. (b. 1717, d. 1779), 1907. David Garrick (1717-1779), was an English actor, playwright, theatre manager and producer who influenced nearly all aspects of theatrical practice throughout

James Boswell (b. 1740, d. 1795), 1907. James Boswell, 9th Laird of Auchinleck (1740-1795), was a Scottish biographer and diarist, born in Edinburgh

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"Pitman: A Legacy of Writing, Art, and Sporting Excellence" Step into the world of Pitman, where writing and shorthand take center stage. From the renowned Pitmans School in Southampton Row, London to the innovative mind of Sir Isaac Pitman himself, this name has left an indelible mark on history. Imagine standing aboard the Titanic as its whistle blows - a sound transcribed by none other than a skilled Pitman writer. Their ability to capture every nuance with precision is truly remarkable. But Pitmans' influence extends beyond writing alone. In the realm of art, Tom McGuinness brings us "Wheat Field With Cypresses, " a masterpiece that showcases his talent as a member of the Spennymoor Settlement. Norman Cornish's underground mining experiences at Dean add depth to his artwork and offer a unique perspective on life. Meanwhile, in outdoor sports portraits like The Boat Race featuring Oxford Crew, we witness athleticism at its finest. These athletes embody dedication and teamwork – qualities synonymous with the name Pitman. Away from artistic pursuits lies another facet of this multifaceted surname – Mick Easterby & Mark it can names associated with horse racing excellence. Their passion for equine competition shines through in their achievements on racetracks around the world. Jenny Pitman emerges as another notable figure within this family tree; her triumphs in horse racing have earned her well-deserved recognition among industry peers. Beyond these accomplishments lies David Stait's inspiring journey at Northumberland County Technical College Ashington. Through readings and education rooted in knowledge passed down by generations before him bearing the same name - he carries forward their legacy proudly. Pitman may be more than just a company; it represents an enduring heritage encompassing writing mastery, artistic brilliance, sporting prowess, and unwavering determination across various fields. This name continues to inspire individuals worldwide while leaving an everlasting impact on our collective consciousness.