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Chesapeake & Potomac Telephone Co. - Telephone Girls, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Chesapeake & Potomac Telephone Co. - Telephone Girls, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing
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Chesapeake & Potomac Telephone Co. - Telephone Girls, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Chesapeake & Potomac Telephone Co. - Telephone Girls, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Chesapeake & Potomac Telephone Co. - Telephone Girls, 1914. Women telephonists, Washington, DC
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This photograph, titled "Chesapeake & Potomac Telephone Co. - Telephone Girls, 1914," is a stunning glimpse into the past, captured by the renowned photography studio, Harris & Ewing. The image showcases a group of telephone girls, elegantly dressed and poised outside the Chesapeake & Potomac Telephone Company building in Washington, D.C. The photograph, taken in the early 1910s, showcases the women in their professional attire, donning crisp blouses, fitted coats, and stylish hats. Their confident and determined expressions convey a sense of pride and dedication to their occupation as telephonists, a vital role in the burgeoning communications industry during the 20th century. The exterior of the building, with its large glass windows and ornate architectural details, serves as an impressive backdrop for this group portrait. The photograph is a testament to the progress of the telephone industry and the important role women played in its growth. This photograph is part of the extensive Harris & Ewing Collection, housed in the Library of Congress. The studio, founded by George W. Harris and Martha Ewing Kuntze, was a leading photography studio in Washington, D.C. during the early 20th century. Their work documented the people, places, and events that shaped American history, making this photograph an invaluable piece of heritage art.
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