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"Remembering the Stead Legacy: From Titanic Tragedy to Investigative Journalism" In 2012, as the world commemorated the centenary of the RMS Titanic disaster

Background imageStead Collection: Lady Castellani and her daughter Lady Lampson

Lady Castellani and her daughter Lady Lampson
Josephine, nÚÑáStead (1875-1974), Lady Castellani, Wife of Sir Aldo Castellani; daughter of George Ambler Stead with her daughter Lady Jacqueline Lampson (1910-2015), wife of Sir Miles Lampson

Background imageStead Collection: W T Stead (1849-1912) - English Newspaper Editor and pioneer of investigative journalism

W T Stead (1849-1912) - English Newspaper Editor and pioneer of investigative journalism in the Victorian era. Championed the raising of the age of consent from 13 to 16. Date: 1905

Background imageStead Collection: RMS Titanic, collection of memorabilia, 2012 centenary

RMS Titanic, collection of memorabilia, 2012 centenary
RMS TITANIC: Royal Mint Titanic Centenary 2012 Titanic Commemorating a Maritime Legend Cover and Silver Coin. A5 size Royal Mint postal cover and commemorative coin produced in 2012

Background imageStead Collection: RMS Titanic - letter and envelope from W T Stead

RMS Titanic - letter and envelope from W T Stead
RMS Titanic - a one page typed letter, with envelope, from W T Stead to his friend and biographer Edith K Harper, on The Review of Reviews headed notepaper, dated 13 November 1891

Background imageStead Collection: Opening of Julia's Bureau, with W T Stead and staff

Opening of Julia's Bureau, with W T Stead and staff
Group photo at the opening of Julia's Bureau, a seance circle, with W T Stead (far right) and staff. The Bureau was based in Mowbray House, Norfolk Street, London

Background imageStead Collection: A new Emir of Adamawa is installed. After the capture of Yola, Colonel Morland deposed the Emir

A new Emir of Adamawa is installed. After the capture of Yola, Colonel Morland deposed the Emir and set up a brother of the vanquished ruler in his stead. Date: 1902

Background imageStead Collection: United States Air Force - Short C-23A Sherpa 84-0458 (MSN SH)

United States Air Force - Short C-23A Sherpa 84-0458 (MSN SH. 3103, ex G-14-3103), of the 412th Test Wing
United States Air Force - Short C-23A Sherpa 84-0458 (MSN SH.3103, ex G-14-3103), of the 412th Test Wing, at Edwards Air Force Base. Date: circa 1995

Background imageStead Collection: United States Army - Beech C-12F Huron 84-0489 (msn BL-123), of Detachment 45

United States Army - Beech C-12F Huron 84-0489 (msn BL-123), of Detachment 45, Operational Support Airlift Command (OSACOM), Army NG, Reno/Stead Airport, NV. Date: circa 2000

Background imageStead Collection: Beech C-12F Huron 84-0489

Beech C-12F Huron 84-0489
United States Army - Beech C-12F Huron 84-0489 (MSN BL-123), of Detachment 45, Operational Support Airlift Command (OSACOM), Army NG, Reno/Stead Airport, NV Date: circa 2000

Background imageStead Collection: Sikorsky CH-54A Tarhe 67-18418

Sikorsky CH-54A Tarhe 67-18418 (msn 64-020, S-64E Skycrane), on display at Reno National Guard Base, Stead Airport, NV Date: circa 1998

Background imageStead Collection: John Keats: Meg Merrilies (colour litho)

John Keats: Meg Merrilies (colour litho)
5993563 John Keats: Meg Merrilies (colour litho) by Burleigh, Averil Mary (1883-1949); Private Collection; (add.info.: And stead of supper she would stare full hard against the moon. Meg Merrilies)

Background imageStead Collection: Mrs A. P. Stead

Mrs A. P. Stead
Mrs A.P.Stead Race Horce Owner 05 November 1996 Date: 05 November 1996

Background imageStead Collection: William Thomas Stead, author and journalist

William Thomas Stead, author and journalist
William Thomas Stead (1849-1912), author and journalist, Editor of The Pall Mall Gazette. circa 1900s

Background imageStead Collection: Cartoon portrait, Mr J H Stead

Cartoon portrait, Mr J H Stead
Cartoon portrait, James Hurst Stead (1828?-1886), comic singer, music hall performer. Disabled: Now is the time to give him a helping hand

Background imageStead Collection: William Thomas Stead - Newspaper editor and Peace campaigner

William Thomas Stead - Newspaper editor and Peace campaigner
A Pushing Stead. William Thomas Stead (18491912) - English newspaper editor who, pioneer of investigative journalism and peace campaigner. Died in the sinking of the Titanic

Background imageStead Collection: A Pushing Q, illustration from The Struwwelpeter Alphabet

A Pushing Q, illustration from The Struwwelpeter Alphabet
779948 A Pushing Q, illustration from The Struwwelpeter Alphabet, verse by Harold Begbie (1871-1929) (colour litho) by Gould

Background imageStead Collection: Thrust him away, or thou diest in his stead (engraving)

Thrust him away, or thou diest in his stead (engraving)
966039 Thrust him away, or thou diest in his stead (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thrust him away, or thou diest in his stead)

Background imageStead Collection: JULIAS BUREAU

JULIAS BUREAU
Julias Bureau, created by journalist W T Stead, claims to receive messages from the Borderland : Punch mocks... Date: 1893

Background imageStead Collection: Bradford LS29 8 Map

Bradford LS29 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Bradford LS29 8

Background imageStead Collection: Aston Martin of GC Stead on the Members Banking at Brooklands, Surrey, c1920s. Artist: Bill Brunell

Aston Martin of GC Stead on the Members Banking at Brooklands, Surrey, c1920s. Artist: Bill Brunell
Aston Martin 1496 cc. Driver: Stead, G.C. Possibly the Bunny engined car that Stead drove in 1922 200-mile race at Brooklands. Place: Members Banking, Brooklands

Background imageStead Collection: GC Stead in his AC 5 at the JCC 200 Mile Race, Brooklands, Surrey, 1921. Artist: Bill Brunell

GC Stead in his AC 5 at the JCC 200 Mile Race, Brooklands, Surrey, 1921. Artist: Bill Brunell
AC 5 1496 cc. Event Entry No: 69 Driver: Stead, G.C. Place: Brooklands. J.C.C. 200-mile Race. Date: 22.10.21

Background imageStead Collection: William Thomas Stead (1849-1912), English journalist, 1893. Artist: W&D Downey

William Thomas Stead (1849-1912), English journalist, 1893. Artist: W&D Downey
William Thomas Stead (1849-1912), English journalist, 1893. From The Cabinet Portrait Gallery, fourth series, Cassell and Company Limited (London, Paris and Melbourne, 1893)

Background imageStead Collection: Advertisement for J Stead and Co. Manor Works, Cricket Inn Road, Sheffield, 1947

Advertisement for J Stead and Co. Manor Works, Cricket Inn Road, Sheffield, 1947
Songster gramophone needles; springs, etc.Published in The City of Sheffield (West Riding of Yorkshire) commercial handbook

Background imageStead Collection: Abandoned Farmhouse In A Canola Field

Abandoned Farmhouse In A Canola Field

Background imageStead Collection: Ghost writing

Ghost writing
From: The Case for Spirit Photography, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Hutchinson, 1922 The Ghost writing of a Mr W T Stead around a Mr Wm. Walker. Apparition ghost, phantom, spectre, spirit. Date: 1922

Background imageStead Collection: Three P-51 Mustangs parked on the ramp ahead of a storm

Three P-51 Mustangs parked on the ramp ahead of a storm at Stead Field, Nevada

Background imageStead Collection: Members of the 820th Red Horse squadron jump from a CH-47 Chinook

Members of the 820th Red Horse squadron jump from a CH-47 Chinook
June 28, 2011 - Members of the 820th RED HORSE squadron jump from a Nevada Army National Guard CH-47 Chinook helicopter above the Senator Harry Reid Readiness and Training near Stead, Nevada

Background imageStead Collection: A P-51 Mustang flies by at Stead Field, Nevada

A P-51 Mustang flies by at Stead Field, Nevada

Background imageStead Collection: U. S. Air Force Soldiers run for protection from prop wash from a CH-47 Chinook

U. S. Air Force Soldiers run for protection from prop wash from a CH-47 Chinook
June 28, 2011 - U.S. Air Force Soldiers run for protection from prop wash from a Nevada Army National Guard CH-47 Chinook helicopter after rigging a 11

Background imageStead Collection: TITANIC: PASSENGERS, 1912. Illustration from a contemporary English newspaper

TITANIC: PASSENGERS, 1912. Illustration from a contemporary English newspaper

Background imageStead Collection: William Thomas Stead

William Thomas Stead (1849 - 1912). British journalist. He died on the RMS Titanic

Background imageStead Collection: Wt Stead / My Father 1891

Wt Stead / My Father 1891
WILLIAM THOMAS STEAD English journalist with his family in 1891

Background imageStead Collection: Wt Stead / Downey 1893

Wt Stead / Downey 1893
WILLIAM THOMAS STEAD English journalist in 1893

Background imageStead Collection: Wt Stead / My Father 1885

Wt Stead / My Father 1885
WILLIAM THOMAS STEAD English journalist in prison at Coldbath-in-the-Fields, 10 November 1885: a result of his human rights campaign on behalf of women and children



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"Remembering the Stead Legacy: From Titanic Tragedy to Investigative Journalism" In 2012, as the world commemorated the centenary of the RMS Titanic disaster, a remarkable collection of memorabilia shed light on an intriguing connection between Lady Castellani and her daughter Lady Lampson. Amongst their cherished possessions was a letter and envelope from none other than W T Stead himself, a prominent figure in journalism during that era. The Daily Mirror had long been associated with reporting on the Titanic tragedy, thanks to W T Stead's relentless pursuit of truth. His investigative journalism brought attention to the ship's inadequate safety measures before its fateful voyage. The letter found in Lady Castellani's possession served as a poignant reminder of his dedication and courage. While W T Stead is best remembered for his involvement with the Titanic disaster, he also played an instrumental role in other significant events. One such occasion was at Julia's Bureau opening ceremony where he stood alongside his staff members, showcasing his commitment to journalistic excellence. However, it wasn't just news stories that were connected to the name "Stead. " In 1902, Colonel Morland deposed an Emir and installed another ruler in his stead after capturing Yola. This historical event highlighted how power dynamics can shift dramatically within societies. Moving forward in time, J Stead and Co. 's advertisement for Manor Works in Sheffield showcased their dedication towards craftsmanship and quality products. It exemplified how businesses like theirs contributed to local economies while upholding family legacies. Even within military contexts, "stead" made appearances. The United States Air Force utilized Short C-23A Sherpa aircraft at Edwards Air Force Base circa 1995 under serial number 84-0458 (MSN SH. 3103).