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Card catalogs in libraries were a systematic way to organize books and reources so that people could find them..
A receipt for a domestic coal delivery of ‘3 bags of house coal’ costing six shillings (£0.6s.0d), dated 1935. (All identifying details removed.)
Lined index cardboard card, stamped with a number four, isolated on white background.
Photocopies of old papers
White dresser with multiple drawers
Old vintage postcard, handwriting British stamp 1910s
Ancient back of a postcard on a gray background. Flat lay
Library catalogue drawers with labels and handles at a public library
a vintage blank postcard background of 1900s,  ready for any usage of  historic events background related to mail delievery description.
Two British National Service documents issued to a soldier finishing his service in 1957. One is a Certificate of Service (front and back) and the other gives notice that the ex-serviceman will become part of the Reserve force. This soldier served with the Royal Army Medical Corps (RAMC) and the Territorial Army (TA). (Personal details removed.)
Old fashioned library card catalog boxes
This image features two blank pages of an old, vintage book or manuscript. The pages show signs of aging, with a slight imprint of faded ink bleeding through from the opposite side. The texture is rough and worn, giving the image an authentic antique feel. The center binding is visible, highlighting the book's traditional stitching. Perfect for themes related to history, literature, antiquities, and vintage paper textures
Worn and Used File Folder from 1960's.  Folder shows texture with hand-written notes. Also has a paperclip, label and sticky note attached.
Blue 11 cent, vintage, Hayes stamp from the early 1900s
Zoom shot of an old filing cabinet.
A certificate, dated 1958, confirming that a patient is suitable for gas and air analgesia (during labour). All identifying details removed.
Used to organize files. memos and important notes. Business management tool or office supply. Selective focus.
Wooden filing cabinet in a junk shop
Athens, Greece - March 10, 2013: Greek national public library with alphabetical card catalog in old wooden drawer
Backside of old postcard with dirty stain
Back of old postcard of the 1940's
a vintage blank postcard sent from Paddington,  UK to abroad with printed matter postage (half penny) in 1900s,  a good prop for any mail delievering related events of that age, usually it would cost 1 penny.
A closeup of old metal boxes in a factory
The inside front cover and first page of an old British rent book dated 1947. The book was used by a local council to record the rent due on a property with the tenant's payments.Please see my lightboxes for lots more social history.
a rap sheet from the early 1900's showing one count for violent behavior
An old wooden file cabinet. Sorting, retro, background
Old mimeograph recipe sheet
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