Stowaway Collection

Bear, The Little Stowaway, illustration by Cecil Aldin
Illustration of a Bear with food thrown at him, captioned, The Little Stowaway, by Cecil Aldin. Cecil Charles Windsor Aldin (28 April 1870 ?? 6 January 1935), artist and illustrator. Date: 1895

Run away to Sea (engraving)
5990124 Run away to Sea (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Run away to Sea. Illustration for Lancashire by Leo H Grindon (Seeley Jackson and Halliday)

Our Stowaway (engraving)
1622885 Our Stowaway (engraving) by Cox, Edward Morant (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Stowaway. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 November 1884)

Stowaway - Caption reads
3776072 Stowaway - Caption reads: by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); (add.info.: Stowaway-Caption reads: They saw the ragged figure of a young stowaway. c. 1931)

Sketches of the Thames Police (engraving)
1595433 Sketches of the Thames Police (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of the Thames Police)

The railway driver forgotten on a wagon when a train departs, in Tuscany... (colour litho)
2815399 The railway driver forgotten on a wagon when a train departs, in Tuscany... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Stowaway (engraving)
1044816 The Stowaway (engraving) by Dixon, Alfred (1842-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Stowaway. Illustration for The Graphic)

Stiff and limping, home-sick Welshman Brian Robson, 19, who tried to send himself back to Cardiff from Australia arrived at London Airport this morning stiff

A Stowaway found on a Victorian Ship, 1884
Engraving showing the scene as a freshly discovered child stowaway is taken by the crew to see the Captain of the ship. The ships passengers are also keen to inspect the poor little child

Music cover, Goodnight My Love, Shirley Temple
Music cover, Goodnight My Love, words and music by Mack Gordon and Harry Revel, sung by Shirley Temple in the film Stowaway, 1936

Title page, Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson, published by the Great Western Railway in the companys centenary year. Date: 1935

WWI: TROOP SHIP, 1919. Marcel Dupuy, an orphaned Belgian stowaway aboard the American troop ship USS Matsonia en route to California from France. Photograph, 1919

ELLIS ISLAND: IMMIGRANTS. A Finnish stowaway detained at Ellis Island. Photograph by Lewis Hine, early 20th century

HAZEL CARTER (1894-1918). American army wife, who cut her hair and stowed away on a ship bound for France in order to be with her husband, Corporal John Carter. Photograph, c1917

WILLIAM MAGEAR TWEED (1823-1878). American politician. Willie, We Have Missed You! Cartoon by Thomas Nast, 1876, showing Boss Tweed arriving back in the United States after escaping prison

NAST: TILDEN CARTOON, 1876. A Box Stew; or, an Enviable Position. Usufructuary Tilden: William
NAST: TILDEN CARTOON, 1876. A Box Stew; or, an Enviable Position. Usufructuary Tilden: " William, we would miss you - until I am in the White House." (Hard on Tweed)

Vast R34 Airship
Britains R 34 airship moored in Mineola, New York, on the first leg of the first return-crossing of the Atlantic by air in July 1919, under Major G H Scott and a crew of 31 plus one stowaway

Green Banana Cockroach (Panchlora nivea) introduced species, stowaway within shipment of produce, most likely bananas, adult, cleaning leg, Belvedere, Bexley, Kent, England, November

IRISH IMMIGRANTS, 1850. Searching for stowaways onboard a ship carrying Irish emigrants to the United States. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1850

MAGAZINE: LIFE, 1925. Life magazine cover, 16 July 1925

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"Stowaway: Tales of Adventure and Misadventure" Embark on a thrilling journey through the captivating world of stowaways, where unexpected encounters and daring escapades await. In "Bear, The Little Stowaway, " Cecil Aldin's enchanting illustration brings to life the heartwarming tale of a furry friend seeking an extraordinary adventure at sea. As we delve deeper into this clandestine realm, "Run away to Sea" reveals an intriguing engraving that unveils the hidden desires of those who yearn for freedom amidst turbulent waves. Unveiling secrets from the past, "Our Stowaway" enchants us with its timeless engraving, reminding us that even in times gone by, individuals sought refuge in unconventional ways. Captured within a powerful caption reads "Stowaway - Five illegal passengers discovered in the hold of a Greek steam on the high seas. . " A vivid color litho transports us to perilous waters where danger lurks beneath every wave. Witnessing justice unfold before our eyes, "Sketches of the Thames Police" showcases engravings depicting brave officers unmasking stowaways attempting to evade capture as they hide among cargo destined for distant shores. From land to railroads, tales take an unexpected turn when we encounter "The railway driver forgotten on a wagon when a train departs. " This colorful litho from Tuscany leaves us wondering about his fate and how he became an accidental stowaway himself. "The Stowaway, " depicted in another mesmerizing engraving, invites speculation about their motives and what awaits them upon discovery. Will they find solace or face dire consequences? Music transcends boundaries as we discover Shirley Temple's rendition of "Goodnight My Love" gracing a music cover. Perhaps it serves as lullaby for weary souls hiding away from prying eyes.