1931 Collection (page 8)

Sidcup Golf House
A photograph of the golf house at Sidcup, south-east London. Used to promote the area for living nearby. Date: circa 1931

Holiday Cottage, Angmering, Sussex
Some architectural drawings of plans and a general view of a holiday cottage in Angmering, Sussex, designed by architect Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott

Wire- Haired Fox Terriers Date: 1931

The Children's Terrace, St Thomas's Hospital, London Date: circa 1931

Pekingese dog Date: 1931

Harlequin Great Danes Date: 1931

Greyhound Date: 1931

English Setter Date: 1931

A Map of New Zealand
A truly outstanding, and large scale, Empire Marketing Board poster map designed by Leslie MacDonald ('Max') Gill

Somerset
The LNER was especially fond of commissioning posters in sets. This is one of six undertaken by Frank Newbould in 1931 entitled East Coast Types'

East Coast Types No. 6. The Donkey Boy
The LNER was especially fond of commissioning posters in sets. This is one of six undertaken by Frank Newbould in 1931 entitled East Coast Types'

White Star Line, RMS Olympic, abstract of logs dated 13 August 1930, 19 August 1931 and 8 September 1932. Date: 1930s

Sharon Lynn, American film actress and singer Date: 1931

Vivienne Segal, American actress and singer Date: 1931

Nancy Carroll, American film, stage and TV actress Date: 1931

Muriel Angelus, English stage, musical theatre, film actress
Muriel Angelus, English stage, musical theatre and film actress Date: 1931

Joan Marsh, American film actress Date: 1931

Marion Nixon, American film actress Date: 1931

Leatrice Joy, American film actress Date: 1931

Laura La Plante, American film actress Date: 1931

Kathryn Crawford, American film and stage actress, also known as Kitty Moran Date: 1931

Joyce Compton, American film actress Date: 1931

John Batten, New Zealand-born film actor Date: 1931

Jean Adair, Canadian film and stage actress Date: 1931

Jillian Sand, British-born film actress Date: 1931

Belle Bennett, American stage and screen actress Date: 1931

Helen Twelvetrees, American film actress Date: 1931

Harold Lloyd, American actor, comedian and stunt performer Date: 1931

Eve Gray, English film actress Date: 1931

Esther Ralston, American film actress Date: 1931

Dixie Lee, American actress, dancer and singer Date: 1931

Dolores Del Rio, Mexican film actress Date: 1931

Conrad Nagel, American film, stage, TV and radio actor Date: 1931

Clara Bow, American film actress Date: 1931

Billie Dove, American film actress Date: 1931

Bessie Love, American-British film actress Date: 1931

Annette Benson, British film actress Date: 1931

Grand Hotel Scene
A scene from the play Grand Hotel being performed at the Adelphi Theatre. The production ran from September 1931 to January 1932 and was noted for its special effects. Date: 1931

Conchita Montenegro
Spanish actress Conchita Montenegro (1911-2007) near the beginning of her Hollywood career. She appeared in several films in the 1930s and 40s. Date: circa 1931

Pheasant Shooting at Alton
A pheasant shooter in action, photographed the year previous to publication. The new shooting season was due to start on October 1st. Date: 1930

Dog Trials
Canines being put through their paces at dog trials held at Crystal Palace. Date: 1931

Elena Miramova (1901-1992) was a Russian actress who went on to become a playwright. Here she is appearing in a production of Grand Hotel at the Adelphi Theatre. Date: 1931

St. Leger Winner
Albert Primrose, Lord Rosebery (1882-1974), previously styled Lord Dalmeny, leading his racehorse Sandwich after its St. Leger win. The jockey is Harry Wragg (1902-1985). Date: 1931

Sally O'Neil
An American actress of Irish descent, Sally O'Neil (1908-1968) was born Virginia Noonan and appeared in over 40 films. Date: circa 1931

Female Sailing Umpire
An umpire overseas proceedings at the Burnham-on-Crouch sailing week. Date: 1931

Jill Esmond
Actress Jill Esmond (1908-1990), at the time making her transition from a stage to film acting career. Date: 1931

Tony Canzoneri, Boxer
American boxer Tony Canzoneri (1908-1959) became a three-division world champion when he defeated Light Welterweight champion Jack Kid Berg in April 1931. Date: 1931

Yvonne Pelletier
Canadian dancer and actress Yvonne Pelletier (1915-1995). Date: 1931

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"1931: A Year of Triumphs, Challenges, and Unforgettable Moments" In the enchanting world of art, Marjorie Miller's masterpiece "Queen of the Night" captivates hearts with its ethereal beauty. The painting transports viewers to a realm where dreams come alive. Meanwhile, on the racetrack, Australian jockey Jim Pike fearlessly rides his majestic horse Phar Lap to victory. Their partnership embodies determination and resilience in the face of adversity. Underneath an ancient oak tree stands a weathered 1931 Ford pickup truck, silently witnessing the passage of time. Its rusting exterior tells tales of bygone eras and nostalgic memories that linger in our minds. The Schneider Trophy Air Race takes flight as aviators push boundaries with cutting-edge technology. The Rolls-Royce Merlin X/10 Supercharged Piston Aero-Engine propels them through skies previously unexplored, symbolizing mankind's relentless pursuit of progress. Mick the Miller emerges as a canine legend on the greyhound racing tracks. His lightning-fast speed leaves spectators awestruck while etching his name into sporting history forevermore. A captivating poster for Chateau de Sully sur Loire invites us to step back in time and immerse ourselves in French grandeur. It beckons us to explore centuries-old architecture and unravel stories hidden within its walls. The Programme cover for Schneider Trophy Contest showcases anticipation and excitement surrounding this prestigious event. It serves as a visual reminder that unity among nations can transcend borders when pursuing shared passions. Amidst admiration for an Austin 7 automobile's sleek design and engineering marvels, we witness how innovation shapes our lives even during challenging times like those faced in 1931. Vladimir Lyushin's Soviet poster boldly proclaims that The Young Communist League is the Shock Battalion of the Five-Year Plan. It reflects an era defined by ideological fervor and collective efforts towards societal transformation.