Lester Collection

The Bing Boys are Here, 1916
Scenes from the popular revue, The Bing Boys are Here starring Alfred Lester, George Robey, Lillian Davies and Blanche Stocker. The show was one of the most popular of the Great War period. Date: 1916

Children swimming at a swimming hole at Lester Park in Duluth, Minnesota, America Date: circa 1904

Lester Piggott - Flat race jockey Date: 1970s - 1980s

Tailors at the Lester Hospital, Shanghai, China, Victorian period

George Robey and Alfred Lester in The Bing Boys are here, WWI revue at Alhambra Theatre, London Date: 1916

Caricature illustrations of Alfred Lester, actor and comedian (1874-1925), by Hynes. Captioned, Our Lester Selection'

Lester Piggott, legendary British jockey
Lester Piggott (b 1935), legendary British jockey, seen here on horseback. Date: circa 1980s

Gertrude Lester
(THE MERRY WIDOW) Gertrude Lester as the widowed Sonia Date: 1908

Redenham Ridden By Lester Piggott 18 April 1993 Date: 18 April 1993

Tracey Piggott Daughter Of Lester Piggott 30 June 1993 Date: 30 June 1993

Lester Piggott Jockey 18 April 1994 Date: 18 April 1994

Lester Piggott (Fumo Di Londra)
Lester Piggott (Fumo Di Londra Jockey 11 November 1993 Date: 11 November 1993

Lester Reiff (colour litho)
611988 Lester Reiff (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lester Reiff, Lester, 30 August 1900)

Alfred Lester impersonating Gwen Farrar
Actor Alfred Lester doing a very decent impression of actress Gwen Farrar, with whom he was starring in the revue, Rats at the Vaudeville Theatre in 1923. Date: 1923

Champion jocket Lester Piggott at a press conference
Portrait of champion jocket Lester Piggott - born 1935 - at a press conference in Nottingham. Lester Piggott won the Derby at Epsom a record nine times. Date: circa 1985

The Napier experimental team in front of Hawker Tempest?
The Napier experimental team in front of Hawker Tempest V, NV768, fitted with an annular radiator, July 1946. Standing: F.S. Lester, Flight Test Engineer; R.C. Marcell, Chief Draughtsman; K.H

The School for Scandal on opening night, January 4th, c1882, (1938). Artist: C Graham
The School for Scandal on opening night, January 4th, c1882, (1938). In 1882, Lester Wallack moved his company uptown to a new theatre.The picture represents the theater during the screen scene

George Robey, Violet Loraine and Alfred Lester, music hall entertainers, early 20th century. Artist: Wrather & Buys
George Robey (1869-1954), Violet Loraine (1886-1956) and Alfred Lester (1895-1925), music hall entertainers, early 20th century

Working Model of a Pelton Turbine, Escher Wyss AG, Ravensburg, 1952. Deutches Museum. Munich. Germany

West painting Lawrence artists America series
West: from a painting by Lawrence, The artists of America: a series of biographical sketches of American artists: with portraits and designs on steel, Lawrence, Thomas, Sir, 1769-1830, Lester, C

Mark Lester, child star
Mark Lester (b.1958), child star, best known for his title role in the film version of Lionel Barts musical, Oliver! Seen here sitting on a tree branch. Date: late 1960s

First Royal Variety Show cast, 1912
Some of the cast of the first Royal Variety Show performance at the Palace Theatre, 1912. 6. Mr. Charles Aldrich(quick change impersonations and juggling) 7

The Bing Boys Are Here at The Alhambra
The Bing Boys Are Here by George Grossmith Junior & Fred. Thompson; music Nat D. Ayer. First produced at the Alhambra on 19th April 1916

The Bing Boys Are Here by George Grossmith Junior & Fred. Thompson; music Nat D. Ayer. First produced at the Alhambra on 19th April 1916

Fantastic Adventures - When the world tottered
Cover of Fantastic Adventures, December 1950, featuring the story When the world tottered by Lester Del Rey. Young beautiful warrioress rides a white horse through a blizzard. Date: 1950

Gertrude Lester / 1908
GERTRUDE LESTER Singer in The Merry Widow Date: early 20th century

Katherine De Mille (1911 - 1995) (Katherine Lester) American film actress

It costs so little by Hutch - Music Sheet Cover
It costs so little but it means so much by Alf Ritter, J. Lester Smith and Horatio Nicholls featured by Leslie A. Hutchinson ( Hutch ) - Music Sheet Cover. Date: circa 1942

Tatler article featuring Alfred Lester and H G Pelissier
Article on page 39 of the Tatler, 13th October 1909, featuring comedians Alfred Lester and Harry Gabriel Pelissier smoking pipes and drinking from steins

Fun of the Fayre by John Hastings Turner
Promotional postcard of programme for Charles B Cochrans Fun of the Fayre by John Hastings Turner, with music by Augustus Turner

A Life For A Life
Promotional postcard for A Life For A Life. The photo shows Chas. H. Lester and Little Irene as Josh Harker and His Baby Detective. Date: circa 1910

Lester Reiff (1877 1948), American jockey who achieved racing acclaim in the United Kingdom in the first decade of the twentieth century. Caption: Lester. Date: 1900

General Sir Wm Robertson
GENERAL SIR WM. ROBERTSON, GCB, KCVO, DSO, Col. 2nd Dns. ADC to the King. General Officer Commanding, Eastern Command (late Chief of the Imperial General Staff)

Brigadier-General J B Wroughton, CMG
BRIGADIER-GENERAL J. B. WROUGHTON, CMG. Assistant Adjutant-General to the Adjutant-General, British Armies in France. Captain Lester Howard Sacr鬠 Essex Regiment

Senior Ranked British Army personages of WWI
Sidelights by Sacr鮠 First Series - published by Constable & Co. Ltd. dated 1918, of Senior Ranked British Army personages

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"Lester: A Multifaceted Name That Leaves a Lasting Impression" From children splashing joyfully in the refreshing waters Park's swimming hole in Duluth, to the uproarious laughter elicited by "The Bing Boys are Here" in 1916, the name Lester has woven itself into various realms. In the realm of literature, science fiction enthusiasts were captivated by Amazing Stories' Octopus Cycle cover, transporting readers to otherworldly dimensions. Mark Lester, a child star who charmed audiences with his undeniable talent and innocence, became synonymous with youthful exuberance. Meanwhile, tailors at Shanghai's Lester Hospital meticulously crafted garments that would clothe those seeking comfort and healing. George Robey and Alfred Lester joined forces on stage for "The Bing Boys are Here, " leaving crowds roaring with laughter as their comedic chemistry unfolded before their eyes. Caricature illustrations immortalized Alfred Lester's expressive face and brought him closer to fans through witty captions like 'Our Lester Selection, ' offering glimpses into this actor-comedian's multifaceted personality. Lester Piggott galloped into history books as a legendary British jockey whose skill on horseback left spectators breathless. Gertrude Lester made her mark too; although details may be scarce about her accomplishments or contributions, her name stands as a testament to an individual who carved out her own path. Beyond entertainment and sports lies innovation - Escher Wyss AG unveiled its working model of a Pelton Turbine named after Mr. Lester himself - showcasing groundbreaking advancements that harnessed energy from flowing water sources. In bustling London, Collins Music Hall at Islington Green proudly displayed posters bearing the name "Lester, " enticing music lovers from all walks of life to revel in harmonious melodies that filled the air. Whether it be through laughter-inducing performances or pioneering inventions, each mention of "Lester" carries its own unique story, leaving an indelible mark on the tapestry of history.