Macnamara Collection

Illustration by Norman Morrow, of Aino Ackte as Salome, with empty platter. Captioned, Salome without the Baptist's Head'

On Referendum Day cartoon illustrations by Norman Morrow. Showing imagined scenes of husband and wife on referendum day, including at breakfast, discussions, visits of canvassers

Illustration of Seymour Hicks as Richard III at the Coliseum theatre. From a section, London Nights Entertainments'. Seymour Hicks (1871-1949), actor, music hall performer, playwright

Jane Hading, actress, theatrical illustration in role, in dark clothes with hand gun. Captioned in the illustration, Madame Jane Hading as Jacqueline in Madame X, in a section, The Hippodrome'

English attack on Nova Colonia del Sacramento by East India Company Privateers under the command of Captain John Macnamara, Rio de la Plata, south-western Uruguay, 6 January 1763

Music cover, Macnamaras Band sung by W. J. Ashcroft
Music cover, Macnamaras Band sung by W.J. Ashcroft. 19th century

Thomas Macnamara
THOMAS JAMES MACNAMARA Politician Date: 1861 - 1931

Music cover, Macnamaras Band sung by W J Ashcroft
Music cover, Macnamaras Band, written and composed by John J Stamford, sung by W J Ashcroft. circa 1870

Source Size = 1906 x 1870
Cabin of Pat. Macnamara, Village of Clear

Roofless cabin during evictions in Ireland
Rear view of a couple of gentlemen and two grieving women near the cabin of Pat MacNamara which has been tumbled by levellers

Members of Parliament playing Golf, 1906
Photographs showing Dr. J. Macnamara (left) and David Lloyd-George playing golf in a Ranelagh vs. House of Commons match at Barn Elms, London, 1906

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"Macnamara: A Tale of Opera, Politics, and Entertainment" In this captivating illustration by Norman Morrow, we see Aino Ackte as Salome, her platter empty. The Finnish soprano had recently been cast in the long-forbidden opera, portraying the infamous biblical character. Her haunting portrayal leaves us wondering about the fate of John the Baptist. On Referendum Day, Morrow's cartoon illustrations take us on a journey through the lives of a husband and wife. From breakfast discussions to visits from canvassers and even a trip to the Red Lion pub, we witness their involvement in this important democratic process. Finally returning home after an eventful day, they reflect on their choices and await the results with anticipation. Another fascinating theatrical illustration showcases Seymour Hicks as Richard III at London's Coliseum theatre. Hicks was not only an actor but also a music hall performer, playwright, actor-manager, and producer. This depiction transports us back to 1910 when audiences were captivated by his mesmerizing performance. Jane Hading takes center stage in another striking illustration depicting her role as Jacqueline in Madame X at The Hippodrome theater. Dressed in dark clothes with a hand gun by her side, she exudes mystery and intrigue. We are left curious about what dramatic twists lie ahead for this enigmatic character. The mention of an English attack on Nova Colonia del Sacramento by East India Company Privateers underlines Macnamara's historical significance beyond entertainment circles. It reminds us that real-life events often intersect with artistic endeavors. Music plays its part too; W. J Ashcroft sings "Macnamaras Band, " immortalizing it through sheet music covers that have become timeless relics themselves. Thomas Macnamara is undoubtedly someone worth exploring further - perhaps he played a significant role within these various contexts? His name appears multiple times throughout these hints like puzzle pieces waiting to be connected.