Votes Collection (page 12)

Abdulla advertisement
A young lady named Claudia reclines in a sofa, smoking an Abdullas cigarette. The poem underneath (F. R. Holmes) engages with one of the political questions of the day

Political speech in Hampstead, 1940s
A candidate from the Hampstead Conservative Unionist Association makes a speech outdoors from a pedestal to an attentive audience of exactly two. 1940s

Suffragette inmates, Holloway Prison
A group of suffragettes, wearing prison uniform of quaint Dutch style caps and aprons at Holloway Prison, sort through a basket of old shoes, trying to find a pair to fit

Humours of Electioneering
Humorous illustration depicting a fresh-faced young farm worker casting his first vote in a General Election while a short-sighted gentleman marks his cross in another polling booth

Creative ways of electioneering, 1910
A model dreadnought emblazoned with posters and the candidates names encourages voters in Taunton in Somerset, while boats in Portsmouth are smothered with posters for the Unionist candidate

Canvassing for Votes in Derby, 1910
Three images depicting candidates canvassing for votes in Derby during the General Election of 1910. At half-time, the Unionist candidates walk across the ground in the match between Derby County

A Suffragettes Appeal to John Bull
An illustrated postcard from around 1910 depicts a suffragette, shackled and in a prison cell. She is making an appeal to John Bull - a personification of England - with some lines from The Princess

Suffragette Christmas Card
Topical Christmas card designed by Louis Wain featuring one of his famous cats dressed as a suffragette, waving a flag and carrying Votes for Women pamphlets in a bag slung across her chest

The War Workers
Whats all this cackle about votes and a new register? " Don t know-or care. We re all too busy just now."

Satire on the plea for a labourers vote
Excellent political satire on the plea for a labourers vote, as both a Tory and a Liberal Politician get down on their knees to beg for the vote of the common working man

Saarland Plebiscite 1935
Counting the votes from Warthburg in Saarbrucken during the Saarland Plebiscite in 1935. 90% of Saar people voted for the Saarland to rejoin Germany

Suffragettes Coronation Procession, London
A large suffragette procession passing along the Embankment in Central London. The Coronation of George V in 1911 inspired the WSPU (Womens Social and Political Union)

The suffrage debate: two extreme portraits
The anti-suffragette as seen by the suffragette, and the suffragette as seen by the anti-suffragette: a coy and slightly demonic looking young woman in evening wear simpers at the viewer

A fare comment. By Charles Crombie
Suffragette: " Holloway! Whats the fare?" Conductor:" Same as you ad before, miss-bread and water!

Glass-Smashing for Votes! by Wilmot Lunt
This illustration shows suffragettes breaking windows in protest for the right to vote

A Propergander Page
Some suggested methods for securing golfers votes while they are playing golf. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evans

Thiers Votes
Thiers casts his vote in the election, at the polling station in the rue Saint- Georges

Stanley Baldwin & Voters
STANLEY BALDWIN British politician, fraternising with members of the general public who may be induced to give him their votes

The Pankhursts
Suffragettes. A photo of Emmeline Pankhurst and her daughter Christabel, leaders of the physical-force party in the votes-for-women campaign

Women Recording their Vote for the First Time
Women voting for the first time at the 1918 general election following two decades of campaigning by suffragettes

Plebiscite in Venicee
Austria permits a plebiscite in Venice : the Venetians vote in favour of union with Italy by 674, 426 votes to 69

Politicians Kissing Kids
Like every other politician, M. Millerand knows that you can t win votes unless you do your share of kissing children, in this case a girl with a bouquet of flowers

Lincoln Nominated / 1860
The Wigwam at Chicago in which Abraham Lincoln was nominated to run for President. Lincoln won the election with 180 of 303 electoral votes and 40% of the popular vote

Wife and Rolling Pin
The lady is saying, in a broad Yorkshire accent which I ll spare you, that she doesn t need Votes For Women, her rolling-pin is all she needs to get what she wants

The Simple Life
THE SIMPLE LIFE - Dinner time in the barely furnished home of a formidable New Woman - she reads Votes for Women to her sandalled hubbie while snow blows into the room

Satires / Suffragette
The suffragette nails her colours to the mast

Hogarth Election / 2Of4(C)
THE ELECTION Canvassing for votes plate 2 of 4

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"Votes: A Journey of Courage, Determination, and Unity" Step back in time to witness the incredible suffragette movement that fought tirelessly for women's right to vote. From the fierce "Suffragette Cat Scratch and Fight Police" posters to the empowering "Suffragette Board Game PANK-A-SQUITH, " these artifacts remind us of the unwavering spirit of those who paved the way. Immerse yourself in history as you explore a replica of the iconic "Suffragette Rally Women's Sunday Programme 1908. " Feel their passion reverberate through time as you stand at Manchester Docks where Sylvia Pankhurst rallied her fellow suffragettes. Adorned with pride, wear a symbolic "Suffragette W. S. P. U Badge" or wrap yourself in a sash boldly proclaiming "Votes for Women. " These badges and ribbons serve as reminders of unity and solidarity among suffragettes. Discover astonishing stories like that of Edith Garrud, known as "The Suffragette that knew Jiu-Jitsu, " who fearlessly defended herself against opposition. Marvel at Lawson Wood's heartwarming illustration depicting suffragettes sharing a Christmas dinner behind bars in Holloway prison – an image that encapsulates resilience amidst adversity. Relive historic moments by attending a gripping reenactment of a passionate Hyde Park demonstration from 1908. Witness firsthand how these brave women demanded justice and equality through peaceful protests. Join forces with other advocates at an inspiring "Votes for Women Meeting, " where ideas are shared, strategies devised, and determination reigns supreme. Experience firsthand the power generated when individuals come together for a common cause. As we reflect on this remarkable journey towards gender equality, let us honor those who fought valiantly so that future generations could exercise their right to vote. The legacy left by these courageous suffragettes serves as an enduring reminder that every vote counts, and the fight for equality continues.