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Telephone Collection

"Connecting the Past and Present: The Evolution Communication" In a world where communication is constantly evolving

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Telephone Collection: MS. MAGAZINE, 1972. Cover of the first issue of Ms. magazine, spring 1972
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Telephone Collection: Rosalind Russell in George Cukors The Women (1939)
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Telephone Collection: Lee De Forest, US radio pioneer
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Telephone Collection: Stonehenge ahead FL01500_02_003
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Telephone Collection: Police Public Call Box in the snow, London
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Telephone Collection: Smithfield Market J940533
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Telephone Collection: Bakelite telephone
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Telephone Collection: Cobham Air Routes Poster
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Telephone Collection: The Beastie Boys leaving Capital Radio in a car, Adam Horovitz (Ad-Rock)
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Telephone Collection: Telephone box in 1926 BL28503
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Telephone Collection: US Steel Works
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Telephone Collection: Major fire in Wandsworth Road, Clapham SW8
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Telephone Collection: Policeman at a police call box
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Telephone Collection: Red telephone box sculpture Out of Order by David Mach. Kingston Upon Thames
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Telephone Collection: Dover Castle Wartime Tunnels J950001
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Telephone Collection: Telephone Box
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Telephone Collection: Liverpool manager Bob Paisley pictured on the terraces at Anfield shortly after taking
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Telephone Collection: Brochure illustration, W Barratt & Co Ltd, Northampton
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Telephone Collection: Picture No. 11772293
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Telephone Collection: Kings Cross station, London, British Railways, c1949-1950
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Telephone Collection: Keep Mum - The World Has Ears. American World War II poster for the Thirteenth Naval District of
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Telephone Collection: Pleasure Flights Poster
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Telephone Collection: Police Public Call Box, London
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Telephone Collection: Telephone Switchboard
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Telephone Collection: Red letterbox and telephone box in the snow
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Telephone Collection: Switchboard Girls / 1930S
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Telephone Collection: Paddington Telephone Exchange, London, 1906
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Telephone Collection: Tatler front cover, 9 March 1960
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Telephone Collection: After World War Two - Heathrow Airport Facilities
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Telephone Collection: Advert for using a telephone
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Telephone Collection: Early fire brigade street alarm
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Telephone Collection: SONG SHEET COVER, 1925. Five Foot Two, Eyes of Blue Foxtrot: American song sheet cover, 1925
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Telephone Collection: Heath Robinson Bedroom 4 of 4
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Telephone Collection: Policeman and Call Box
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Telephone Collection: Red telephone box sculpture Out of Order by David Mach. Kingston Upon Thames
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Telephone Collection: A line of four red telephone boxes at Charing Cross, London, England, United Kingdom
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Telephone Collection: Tabby Cat - on office desk with files & phone
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Telephone Collection: Police Box in Use
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Telephone Collection: Ericsson Table Phone - 3
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Telephone Collection: Automatic Phone Exchange
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Telephone Collection: Transatlantic communications: telephoning London to New York
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Telephone Collection: Red telephone box and The Shard, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe
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Telephone Collection: Telephone Exchange 1929
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Telephone Collection: Red telephone box, on a frosty morning in early light, Snelston, Hartington
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Telephone Collection: Overgrown telephone box, England, United Kingdom, Europe
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Telephone Collection: Advert promoting the Post Office Telephone Service. Date: 1932
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Telephone Collection: Roy Tempest, Theatrical Agent, London, 21st April 1964
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Telephone Collection: Manchester, England - Piccadilly Gardens


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"Connecting the Past and Present: The Evolution Communication" In a world where communication is constantly evolving, let's take a moment to reflect on the humble beginnings of the telephone. From its iconic presence on the cover of Ms. Magazine in 1972 to the snowy streets of London with its famous Police Public Call Box, this device has woven itself into the fabric of our lives. Imagine standing amidst the ancient wonder that is Stonehenge, only to be reminded that even centuries ago, humans sought ways to connect with one another. Fast forward to 1926 when a quaint telephone box stood proudly on British streets, serving as a lifeline for those seeking connection. The Bakelite telephone became an emblematic symbol of progress and innovation during its time. Its sleek design captured not only functionality but also style - a testament to human ingenuity. As air travel began taking flight, Cobham Air Routes Poster showcased how telephones were bridging distances between far-flung destinations. No longer bound by physical boundaries, conversations could transcend borders effortlessly. Brochure illustrations from W Barratt & Co Ltd remind us that telephones were not just tools for personal use; they played an integral role in business and commerce too. They facilitated connections between companies and customers alike, propelling economies forward. Even major historical events like US Steel Works or Kings Cross station in London bear witness to how telephones shaped societies across continents. In times of crisis such as Wandsworth Road fire in Clapham SW8, these devices served as vital links for emergency services and individuals seeking help. From Ms. Magazine's empowering message to Stonehenge's timeless allure, each image tells a story about our collective desire for connection through technology. As we navigate today's digital landscape filled with smartphones and video calls, let us remember that every call made or received carries with it echoes from decades past – reminding us that despite all advancements made over time, at its core, the telephone remains a symbol of human connection.