Telephone Collection (page 20)

Tottenham Hotspur and Wales international footballer Cliff Jones, talking on the telephone as he stands beside Sunday Mirror sports reporter Ken Jones. 6th January 1960

The annual Cadet Challenge, Territorial Army Centre Coulby Newham, 23rd January 1994. Members of the Girls Venture Coprs, send a message to their team mates

Singers Alvin Stardust and Kim Wilde man the telephones at the television studios 6 December 1984

Daily Mirror photographer Bill Malindine. 21st December 1961

Office Secretary, Studio Pix, 27th January 1978

Barry Humphries. 4th October 1973

The manual telephone exchange in Newcastle. 22nd December 1930

Telephone Exchange Operators, 18th January 1938

Telephonist school: - Pupils receiving instructions on the operation of the switchboard at the school for telephone operators at Telephone House, Newcastle. 6th March 1937

Betty Boothroyd canvassing. 25th November 1957

When lance corporal Audrey Harris and pte. Phillipe Harris leave to go on parade t Rev. C.E.L. Harris, ex Pte. ex L/Cpl. ex Brig.Gen

The vital leap second is added to the Post Office speaking clock by Mr Brian Lucy, technical officer, at Liverpools Lancaster house. Circa 1955

Mr H C Jones, Liverpool area telephone manager, shows three GPO operators at an exhibition how to use one of the new coin boxes

57 - 59 High Street Amersham Post Office and Telephone Exchange, Buckinghamshire. Circa 1931

Guardian Telephone Exchange, Manchester, 15th March 1983. Underground telephone exchange built in Manchester in 1954. Today the underground site is used for telephone cabling

Donald Zec Daily Mirror entertainment editor and feature writer 8th August 1955

Tony Benn MP at home 24th November 1960 Anthony Wedgewood Benn

In the New Strand shopping precinct - an escalator to the upper deck. 6th August 1968

Maurenn Mulholland and Doreen McCabe working at Balliol House. 7th September 1967

Barbara Windsor paid an early Christmas call to sick children yesterday-and bought a Snoopy telephone. It was excitement all down the line for the young patients at Fleming Memorial Hospital for Sick

A portrait of Anne Rogers in her dressing room on the day of her engagement. Anne Rogers was born in Liverpool, and is an English actress, dancer, and singer. 22nd August 1955

Charlton Athletic celebrations after a deal was reached between Mark Hulyer and former rival chairman Ken Gilksten to save the club from official liquidation

Communication: Telephone Dating. "For the boys didn
Communication: Telephone Dating. " For the boys didn t have to march shyly across the dance floor and stammer out a Can I have this dance please

Four year old Gayl Mather chats to Santa Claus about her adventures with Hercules the bear. Children will be able to her on the phone a special Christmas story about how they met when Hercules went

RAF Brawdy, Pembrokeshire, Wales, 14th July 1961. Central Tower, Control Tower, Air Traffic Control, Naval Air Station, Air Base

Manchester United footballer George Best at Taylors taking a phone call, circa 1966

Footballer George Best, business man on the phone sitting at desk in his shop. 12th April 1973

Freda Kelly, 26, The Beatles Official Fan Club Secretary, pictured at her Liverpool office, 11th January 1971

Beatles Fan Club Office, 1st December 1964. Both lines are busy, as callers enquire after Ringo Starrs health. On the phone are Bettina Rose (20) and Anne Collinghal (19)

Harold Hargreaves Harrison (on right), father of George Harrison, 17th August 1964. The Beatles are currently on their Summer 1964 US & Canada Tour

Telephone Kiosks outside a tall apartment block, 9th October 1962

Telephone girls at Whitley Bay Post Office try out the gas masks as they prepare for any eventuality during A.R.P training. August 1938

Mr Anthony Wedgewood-Benn, the post Master general, today opened the new International Telephone Exchange in Carter lane. He was shown the switchboards by 22 year old Tina Hall of Corringham Essex

Mrs. Florrie Smith is 79 and believed to be the oldest hello girl in the country. She has worked at this exchange since 1928 and has spent most of her 41 years on the 6pm to 8am shift.Mrs

Richard Briers (left) June Barry and Richard Waring take a break from rehearsals for the new BBC comedy " Brothers in Law" 2nd March 1962

Clothing Fashion Menswear: Bob Reynolds wearing outsize tie. November 1966 P021957

Telephone girls at Whitley Bay Post Office try out the gas masks as they prepare for any eventuality during A.R.P training. 27th August 1938

Mr Buddy Bregman, 33 years old. Musical Director from Hollywood has been hired by Rediffusion to brighten up the light entertainment shows on ITV. Buddy has been working in Europe and for BBC 2

Television programme - Scenes from the three-part series The Brothers, by Albert Watson 26 January 1976 circa - Cast members L to R, Paul Merroney (Colin Baker) and Claire Miller (Carole Mowlam)

Chimpanzees named Jambo and William, 4 year old chimps, at Twycross Zoo in Leicestershire, 13th May 1986

Athlete Steve Cram Steve Cram pictures at the Newcastle Arena - unknown details - 1 May 1995 circa

Freda Kelly, 26, The Beatles Official Fan Club Secretary, pictured at her Liverpool office, 11th January 1971

Justin Fashanu with new manager Frank Clarke, pictured together after his signing for Leyton Orient, 2nd March 1990

A worker on the telephone at the box office of The Duke of Yorks theatre in the West End, central London. 18th July 1960

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson in his office, November 1986

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson speaking on the telephone in his office, November 1986

Former West Ham footballer Ronnie Boyce who has been placed in temporary charge of the team as the board consider manager Lou Macaris replacement. 20th February 1990

A man making a call from a public telephone box in London. 31st August 1958

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"Connecting the Past and Present: The Evolution Communication" In a world where communication is constantly evolving, let's take a moment to reflect on the humble beginnings of the telephone. From its iconic presence on the cover of Ms. Magazine in 1972 to the snowy streets of London with its famous Police Public Call Box, this device has woven itself into the fabric of our lives. Imagine standing amidst the ancient wonder that is Stonehenge, only to be reminded that even centuries ago, humans sought ways to connect with one another. Fast forward to 1926 when a quaint telephone box stood proudly on British streets, serving as a lifeline for those seeking connection. The Bakelite telephone became an emblematic symbol of progress and innovation during its time. Its sleek design captured not only functionality but also style - a testament to human ingenuity. As air travel began taking flight, Cobham Air Routes Poster showcased how telephones were bridging distances between far-flung destinations. No longer bound by physical boundaries, conversations could transcend borders effortlessly. Brochure illustrations from W Barratt & Co Ltd remind us that telephones were not just tools for personal use; they played an integral role in business and commerce too. They facilitated connections between companies and customers alike, propelling economies forward. Even major historical events like US Steel Works or Kings Cross station in London bear witness to how telephones shaped societies across continents. In times of crisis such as Wandsworth Road fire in Clapham SW8, these devices served as vital links for emergency services and individuals seeking help. From Ms. Magazine's empowering message to Stonehenge's timeless allure, each image tells a story about our collective desire for connection through technology. As we navigate today's digital landscape filled with smartphones and video calls, let us remember that every call made or received carries with it echoes from decades past – reminding us that despite all advancements made over time, at its core, the telephone remains a symbol of human connection.