Throwing Collection (page 39)

Sputnik 3, Soviet postcard. Both the postmarks and the lefthand stamp (upper right) depict the Soviet spacecraft Sputnik 3 and its date of launch, 15 May 1958

NEW YORK HIGHLANDERS, 1912. Harry Wolverton (center) and Bob Williams (right) playing for the New York Highlanders, 1912

CY YOUNG (1867-1955). Denton True Cy Young. American baseball pitcher. Photographed while playing with the Boston Red Sox, 1908

COWBOY, c1900. A cowboy on horseback throwing a lariat at cattle on a ranch in western America. Photochrome, c1900

WILLIAM ELLSWORTH HOY (1862-1961). Known as Dummy. American baseball player. As a member of the Washington Nationals on an American cigarette card, 1888

WOODROW WILSON (1856-1924). 28th President of the United States. President Wilson throwing out the ceremonial first ball on opening day of the 1916 major league baseball season, Washington, D.C

GEORGE H. RUTH (1895-1948). American professional baseball player. Photographed while playing for the New York Yankees, 1921

Fisherman throwing his net, Ngapali, Myanmar, Asia

Lotus Exige S2 Britain

Patient playing darts, Medical Centre, Hendon
Scene at the Metropolitan Police Medical Centre, Hendon, north west London, showing a patient in dressing gown and pyjamas playing darts in a rest room

Fast Delivery advertisement
Advertisement for the DCL (The Distillers Company Limited). Thei fast delivery is illustrated here by a tanker being throw fast like a ball from a mans hand. Photographic montage by Heinz Zinram

William Peel throwing a live shell
Captain William Peel (1824 - 1858) depicted in the act of bravery that won his first Victoria Cross during the Crimean War

Turkish Wrestler (3 of 4)
A Turkish wrestler, Ryza Bey, throwing knives. One knife is painted on the backdrop is if in mid-air! A series of cards (3 of 4) depicting a Turkish wrestler, juggler, weightlifter

Throwing an Ink-bottle
In a fit of rage, a boy throws an ink bottle at another boys head; it misses and hits the door instead

The Turnfest - Bern - July 1906
Swiss-wide Gymnastics Festival which takes place every six years - founded in the early 19th century (24th April 1832 in Aaru) and continues to this day

Little Games for the Holidays - Pitching Poached Egg for Ter
Another ridiculous and rather messy game from the imagination of William Heath Robinson showing territorial army officers throwing poached eggs at a slice of toast skewered by a toasting fork

Carnival games
A group of young boys and men throw balls, aiming them at the heads of the poor men who have the unlucky job of acting as the targets

A Regency Christmas by Ethel Parkinson
A prim young lady wearing a bonnet and holding a fur muff (as well as a bunch of holly and an umbrella) looks behind her in alarm at a young ruffian who is about to aim a snowball in her direction

At the Pantomime by Susan Beatrice Pearse
Lovely illustration by Susan Beatrice Pearse showing children at a Christmas pantomime. A clown on stage is throwing crackers into the audience stalls

Woolley Earns Vc / Hill 60
2nd Lieutenant Geoffrey Harold Woolley of the Queen Victorias Rifles, a territorial regiment, earns the Victoria Cross on Hill 60 by continually throwing bombs

General C. F. Beyers
General Beyers became notorious in the early stages of the war for throwing up command of the South African Union Defence Force, when directing to act against German South-West Africa

Throwing the Stocking

America. New Years Day among the Chinese in San Francisco
Crowded street scene in Chinatown in San Francisco with Chinese people in traditional dress throwing fire crackers and making merry in the street and on the balconies overlooking the street

Grenade-throwing contest
A grenade-throwing contest in regimental sports at Chatham in Kent, 1915

American Indians. North American Indian sports
Scene showing Pawnee Indians apparently throwing the javelin/spears in a competition

H. M. Stanleys Anglo-American Expedition to Central Africa
Engraving showing a scene, during Sir Henry Morton Stanleys Anglo-American expedition of 1874-1877, in the Central African forest

Olympics / 1932 / Javelin
Javelin won by Jarvinen (Finland) 72.71m

Fight in Paris Cafe / 1899
Right-wingers fight left- wingers in a Paris cafe

Man Dances for Joy
Lady Waverley! Ten thousand a year! Mr. Macwheeble dances a jig, knocking his best wig out of the window, and throwing his cap in the air. Waverley looks on with a smile

Beach Games
A young couple throwing a ball to one another on the beach at Cliftonville, England

Olympic Games - Javelin throwing
A javelin thrower at the 1906 Olympic Games in Athens. The fourth modern Olympic games, these games were held in Athens and staged as a celebration of the tenth anniversary of the resumption of

On board a passenger ship, Aden, 1891
Engraving of a scene on the deck of a passenger ship anchored off Aden; European passengers are pictured throwing coins into the water for local children to dive for

Christmas Card Cartoon
Tommys Christmas Greeting. A satirical Christmas card from Tommy to his Dear Old Friend Fritz the German soldier, depicting the British Tommy throwing a grenade as a gift

Ladies Ball Practice
Female athletes exercise by throwing large balls into the air, whilst outdoors in winter snow

Police Officer in Snow
Police officer with two snowballs in winter covered in snow

Christins De Bolsena
SAINT CHRISTINA DE BOLSENA Italian girl who vexed her father by throwing out his pagan images : she was saved when he threw her into a lake, but was martyred none the less

C18 Jewish Divorce
Jewish divorce at Fuerth, Bavaria : the rabbi is in the act of throwing the letter or bill of divorcement

Boy and Dog / Beach 1963
A boy throws stones into the sea for his dog to retrieve: the dog looks up expectantly

Naughty Children
Naughty boys throwing snowballs at a passer-by

Birmignham Riot / 1901
A riot by Pro-Boers at a meeting of the Liberal association at Birmingham Town Hall. Lloyd George who addressed the meeting escaped dressed in policemans uniform

Riot / Birmingham / 1901
The Political Riot at Birmingham Town Hall during Lloyd Georges meeting. This illustration shows the Police baton charge. Lloyd George escaped in policemans clothes

Practicing Martial Arts
SUN-GOD:PHOEBUS/APOLLO crosses the sky in his chariot - Martial Arts practised under his gaze: swordfighting wrestling and rock-throwing

Snowball Throw C1880
A girl throwing a snowball from behind a fence

Game / Winter / Playing / Snow
Winter games - building a snowman, making a giant snowball, throwing small ones

Traditional fishing, Hoi An, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Fisherman throws net. Truk Lagoon
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Girl throws leaves in the air to celebrate autumn, Vashon Island, Washington State, United States of America, North America

People on a motorbike being showered with water by men and boys during the Songklan Festival in Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

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"Throwing: A Timeless Art of Strength, Skill, and Strategy" From the prehistoric spear-thrower to modern-day sports, it has always been a testament to human ingenuity and athleticism. EMILY DAVISON's courageous act at the Epsom Derby in 1913 was like throwing herself into history's spotlight for women's suffrage. An old Japanese matchbox label depicting a cat playing with a lion reminds us that sometimes, even the smallest can triumph over the mightiest through cleverness and agility. Will Mellor's talent for comedy is like throwing laughter into our lives, leaving us unable to resist his infectious humor. The iconic discus thrower statue symbolizes not only physical strength but also the precision and grace required in perfecting any skillful throw. During Losar, Buddhists celebrate by throwing away negative thoughts and embracing new beginnings with joyous festivities. At Braemar Highland Games, watching athletes compete in "throwing the hammer" showcases their raw power as they hurl heavy objects through the air with incredible force. An anti-fruit throwing sign serves as a reminder that respect for public property should prevail even when playful temptations arise. In 1861 Confederate camps, soldiers from Mississippi practiced their knife skills by throwing Bowie knives—a testament to their dedication and readiness for battle during challenging times. Union Castle posters enticed travelers to embark on luxurious voyages across oceans—promising unforgettable experiences worth every penny thrown into such adventuresome journeys. Will Mellor continues to captivate audiences with his versatile acting skills – effortlessly switching between comedic roles or more serious characters who leave an indelible mark on our hearts. A woman police officer participating in self-defense exercises demonstrates her ability to protect herself while empowering others – reminding us all of the importance of personal safety awareness.