1924 Collection (page 63)

Avro Aldershot Plane
Bomber, on the ground, with crew

De Havilland 34 Plane
Civil airliner, designed to carry ten passengers

Pope Listens to Radio
Pope Pius XI listens to the radio broadcast of a concert

Man Lifts Car
An unnamed market porter of Asnieres, France, demonstrates his strength by lifting a car which weighs 450 kilos

Lenin at Desk / Col
VLADIMIR ILICH ULYANOV LENIN Russian statesman in office at the Kremlin in 1922

Woodrow Wilson President
WOODROW WILSON 28th US President (1913-21)

C. J. P. DODSON 1928
Racing champion C.J.P. Dodson, photographed in a his (1924) Alvis car at Southport Sand races. In 1929 he was to win the Isle of Man Senior T.T. on his Sunbeam motorcycle (72mph)

Choosing a Chorus Girl - a producer and his assistant assess candidates for their next revue : C B Cochran was the best-known British impresario in this field

Domestic Wind Power
The VENTIMOTOR, a British invention, supplies domestic power from the Natural Power of the Wind - Give it wind and it works - no fuel bill, no labour-bill, no repairs

Brother & Sister 1924
A brother and sister, he wearing spectacles and she holding her toy monkey, pose for a studio photograph, inscribed With love to Aunt Bertha on the reverse

Percy Moreton Scott
Admiral sir PERCY MORETON SCOTT British naval commander

Cheval Portrait P. Card
FERDINAND CHEVAL Rural postman and fantastic architect with his trusty wheelbarrow transporting rocks to build his Palais Ideal

Feminine Elegance, 1924
A fashionable gathering by a roaring log fire with ladies in dresses by Premet, Doeuillet, Jean Patou, Drecoll and Paul Poiret among others

Fashionable Ladies 1924
Stylish ladies at a motoring show wearing dresses by Doucet, Lucien Lelong, Jean Patou, Worth and Molyneux. Motor car show

Lenin Speaks at Meeting
VLADIMIR LENIN Russian statesman stands up to address a large meeting

Wells Cathedral 1924
Wells Cathedral, Somerset

Exeter Cathedral 1924
Exeter Cathedral, Devon

Bath Abbey 1924
Bath Abbey

Monte Carlo Entrance
Entrance ticket to the Casino at Monte Carlo

She Takes Gloves
She takes her gloves from their drawer. Frenchwomen are said to put on their gloves before leaving the house unlike Englishwomen who wait till they are in the street

Lady and her Eyes
Something in her eye ? An eyelash out of place ? She peers in the mirror to see...(her dress is a creation by Bernard)

Outdoor Fashions
They have driven into the Bois de Boulogne, and now they are debating wheher to sit or walk in their costumes by Paul Poiret and Drecoll

Lady in Indoor Dress
She is wearing a flowery creation by Philippe et Gaston

With Dogs in Park
She clutches her pet dogs apprehensively, well wrapped up in a creation by Jenny (she, not the dogs)

Flower Arranging
She arranges flowers

Tourists in Venice
Two ladies admire the view from their window across a canal

Two in Evening Dress
Two ladies in evening clothes - one courtesy of Molyneux, her companion of Philippe et Gaston

Shoes by Thomas
If you are going to get run over, at least make sure you are wearing shoes by Thomas of Paris when it happens

Visiting Dress Drecoll
A deceptively simple visiting dress by Drecoll

Admiring a Small Dog
She asks her friends to admire her cute little dog : they do so without enthusiasm - what might it do to their costumes by Doeuillet and Premet ?

Admiring the Ruins
Admiring the ruins in a dress by Martial et Armand

Card Players
Players and spectators wear elegant creations by Jean Patou, Paul Poiret and Doucet

Lady and Scarecrow
A lady chats up a scarecrow who fails to admire the creation Molyneux she is wearing

Fisherman and Clients
A picturesque fisherman entices two ladies to purchase his catch of fish

Elegant Spectators
Three well-dressed ladies watch a motor race

Compliments to Chef
- My compliments on your cooking ! - And mine, Madame, on your choice of a creation by Drecoll to dine in. Evening Dress at restaurant

Summer Dress 1924
A deceptively simple summer dress by Philippe et Gaston

Fashion at Regatta
Regattas provide the perfect setting for displaying summer fashions

Parasols for 1924
A selection of parasols

Eating Al Fresco
- Its a nice day, lets eat out of doors and show off our creations by Doucet, Madeleine et Madeleine, and Paul Poiret

Tissus Dress by Agb
My, just look what you can make with tissus coton from AGB (the magazines own brand)

Woman in Outdoor Dress
The evenings can be cold in Rabat, so she wears this cosy outfit by Jeanne Lanvin

Saluting Ladies
An artilleryman salutes two ladies who admire his gun and balls : one wears a creation by Bernard, her companion one by Martial et Armand. Soldier saluting

Creation Molyneux
Evening dress by Molyneux

Rail on the Riviera
Ladies in a carriage travelling from Cannes to Monte Carlo, with bouquets which they have acquired, and wearing creations by Bernard and Martial et Armand

Fantasy Looms
The humble artisan toils at his loom - and lo ! he weaves a creation of beauty !

Fancy Dress Ideas
Fancy yourself as a Greek goddess ? an American cowgirl sporting a rifle ? a Pierrette ? a lady writer ? or just a splash of colour ?

HATS FOR 1924
What to wear on ones head this year ? Louise Marsy has some answers, one of which hides the face almost completely, concealing spots, black eyes and the like

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In the year 1924, history witnessed remarkable feats and significant events that left an indelible mark on the world. Mallory and Irvine's daring attempt at conquering Everest's treacherous Second Step captivated hearts worldwide, showcasing human resilience in the face of nature's might. Meanwhile, Eric Liddell sprinted towards glory in the Olympic 400m race finish, his unwavering determination inspiring generations to come. The brave men of the 1924 Everest Expedition united under a common goal - to conquer the unconquerable. Led by Colonel Norton, they defied all odds as they ascended to unprecedented heights of 28, 000 ft on Everest. Their unwavering spirit mirrored that of their compatriots defending the Empire - British Army, Navy, and Airforce - who stood tall against any threat. Amidst these triumphs and challenges emerged other notable figures like Harold Abrahams, whose lightning-fast speed earned him victory in the 100m race at the 1924 Olympics. Across continents, Vladimir Ilyich Lenin made waves as a Russian statesman shaping history with his ideologies. Beyond sports and politics lay captivating stories such as those of The Dolly Sisters from New York who dazzled audiences with their charm and talent. And let us not forget about HMS Hood –the last battlecruiser built for Royal Navy– symbolizing strength and power on international waters. As society embraced progress during this era marked by change and innovation; a poster advertising the British Empire Exhibition held in 1924 showcased unity within diversity across nations under one grand spectacle. Through photographs capturing moments frozen in time like Lenin alongside anonymous faces or Trotsky standing resolute; we are reminded that every chapter has its heroes – known or unknown – who shape our collective memory. In retrospect, it is through these diverse narratives woven together that we gain insight into what defined this transformative year: courage amidst adversity; triumphs that transcended borders; and the relentless pursuit of greatness.