Losing Collection (page 2)

B. H. M. K Von Bulow
B. H. M. K VON BULOW Bernhard Heinrich Martin Karl von Bulow. Prussian statesman and German chancellor before losing confidence in Wilhelm II, resulting in resignation. Date: 1849 - 1929

Cinderella leaving the palace. Cinderella rushing down the steps of the palace, losing her shoe. Perraults fairy tale.Date: circa 1900

Focke Wulf FW 187A trio of this twin engined losing competitor to Messerschmitts Bf 110

Suffragette Pillar Box Outrage. Well-dressed man, possibly drunk has slipped on pavement next to a red pillar (post) box, losing his top hat. Caption reads, Another Pillar Box Outrage

German couple discussing the consequences of losing the war
A german couple are disscussing the consequences of losing the war to england and the consequence would of been that they would have to adopt playing cricket which was classed as a very english

Bonzos dud show by George Studdy
Bonzos dud show. He had been expecting first prize, but loses out to two pedigree dogs, a bull terrier and a bulldog. George Ernest Studdy (1878-1948), was the creator of Bonzo

The Kaiser suffers throughout the war
Before, During and After... Throughout WW1, Kaiser Wilhelms helmet slowly loses its shape and his moustache droops lower and lower as the situation progressively worsens for his side

Kindy Old lady asks if a little lost girl is alright
Kindly Old Woman - " Poor little fellow. Are you lost?" " No - boo hoo. But me Muvver is." !!! Date: 1895

Result of losing a game of Buttons
The Game of Buttons - a philosophical response from victor to loser. Winner (to the ruined one) - " Well, dash it all, old man

Lost tooth causes sleeping difficulties for Kitty
Kitty - " Aunty, I can t sleep at night since I lost my front toof for the draught blowing down my throat." Date: circa 1890s

A little girl loses her beau to a prettier model
The Jilt. A little girl loses her beau to a prettier model. She is dreadful upset and even her dolly is sharing her pain and loss! Even her puppy seems to be off! Date: circa 1890s

Bereavement humour - losing ones wife
Condoling Friend (to recently Bereaved Widower) - " It must be awfully hard to lose ones wife." The Bereaved: " Yes, its almost impossible." !!! Date: circa 1890s

Benefits of a Mud Bath - Slimming Success
See what the Mud Baths are doing for me at Byron Hot Springs, California. The benefits of a bit of mud therapy - a shrinking waistline!! Date: 1910

View of journalist Joseph Croce-Spinelli, naval officer Henri Sivel, and Gaston Tissandier in the basket of the balloon, Zenith

Unappy businessman looking at stock exchange receipt
Stocks Down. Unappy businessman looking at stock exchange receipt. Date: 1849

Dunderpate and his friend Susan walking to town -- he slows down and begins to lose interest in seeking his fortune. Date: 1938

Young lady in dress by Paul Poiret
Young lady in a two-tone green dress by Paul Poiret, with autumn leaves falling from a tree. 1924

Poster warning about safety on the airfield. Watch that prop. Careless walk costs lives. Showing a pilot losing his head by walking into a spinning propeller. 1940s

Boatman rowing concerned passengers
The Boatie Rows. A (completely unconcerned) boatman rowing his load of seasick, concerned and startled passengers through some choppy waters! Date: 1903

The final of the 100 Metres, 1948 London Olympics
A photo finish of the 100 metres final. Left to right: Harrison Dillard (no. 69, USA) came first, E. Macdonald Bailey (no. 35) was last, McCorquodale (no)

Casino Interior, Monte Carlo, Monaco - The Salle de Jeu (Games Room). This card also features two personifications of differing stages of the gambling process - Good Luck, shown by the wealthy

Slimmer Extraordinaire! Before & After
Before & After - the remarkable results of going on a diet and how it affects ones choice of corset.... circa 1909

A Motor Tour of Lakeland If you desire to go the pace, try motoring through this lovely place !! circa 1920s

Nelsons arrival in Goldfield, Nervada, Battling Nelson vs Joe Gans, Boxing, Gans dropped Nelson repeatedly during the bout, but could not knock him out

Battle of Tours - 1

Edinburgh University Undergraduates Battle for the Quadran
Photograph showing the traditional battle fought by Edinburgh University Undergraduates for possession of the Quadrangle steps after the election of a new Lord Rector of the University

A Squadron of Cavalry from General Chanzys Army; Franco-Pru
Illustration showing a squadron of General Chanzys cavalry during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1. At the end of January 1871 General Chanzy was utterly defeated by the Prussians at Le Mans

The Civil War in America. The stampede from Bull Run
The end of the first Battle of Bull Run, showing Unionists retreating after losing the battle, which took place on July 21st 1869

The Federal Position at Chatanooga; American Civil War, 1863
Panorama of the Federal Army lines and Tennessee River at Chatanooga, viewed from the lower ridge of Lookout Mountain, 1863

Lule-Burgas Retreat
Turkish forces retreat after losing the battle of Lule- Burgas to Bulgarian troops. Date: 1 November 1912

Barras in Favour
Une matinee chez Barras - skilful general and adroit politician, he keeps his head while so many are losing theirs, until he eventually falls out with Napoleon

Japanese Sea Battle / Wwii
Japanese inflict serious damage on American warships off Solomon Islands, sinking four ships and only losing one Date: December 1942

Gents Card Game (2 of 2)
Four men play a game of cards in the indoor warmth on a winters day. The winning card has just been revealed! (2 of 2)

Battle of Morat - 2
The Burgundians under Charles le Temeraire are decisively defeated by the Swiss under Hans Waldmann, losing - say Swiss chroniclers - 8000 men to the Swiss 500

Battle of Morat - 1
The Burgundians under Charles le Temeraire are decisively defeated by the Swiss under Hans Waldmann, losing - say Swiss chroniclers - 8000 men to the Swiss 500

Losing America
News from America, or the Patriots in the Dumps - Britons hear from lord North that their American colonies are revolting

Disgrace of Clarendon
EDWARD HYDE In 1867, Clarendon is exiled and impeached after losing favour with Charles II over the Anglo-Dutch War

Death / Mourning / Dress
Costumes de Deuil Two ladies in French mourning fashions show that one can be grief-stricken without losing ones elegance

Trojan War Scene
A scene from the Trojan War, when heroes battled with heroes : Aeneas tries to defend the walls of Troy against the Greeks - but its a losing battle

Guns after Waterloo
After losing the battle, the French lose their guns : the allies convey the captured French cannon through the village of Waterloo, to the admiration of spectators

Satan Schemes
Satan schemes how he may best entrap the innocent couple into losing Gods favour

Crystal Palace / Shilling
THE FIRST SHILLING DAY - GOING IN Visitors pushing and shoving and generally losing all sense of decorum (not to mention other apparel !) to get in

Aeneas in Battle
Aeneas tries to defend the walls of Troy against the Greeks - but its a losing battle

Robert in First Crusade
Robert, Duke of Normandy, the eldest son of William I, goes on the First Crusade, thus losing the crown of England first to his brother William II, then Williams son Henry I

William Earl Salisbury
WILLIAM CECIL, second earl of SALISBURY statesman, supported Parliament in the Civil War for fear of losing his estates with his autograph

Slipping on Icy Steps
Dapper city gent slips on an icy patch on the steps of his townhouse losing his hat & cane in the process. A nearby cabman sees it all & can act as witness in the insurance claim

Ottoman Wars / Zenta
OTTOMAN WARS Prince Eugene defeats the Turkish army at ZENTA, losing 500 to their 29, 000

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