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Mass meeting in Cobalt, Ontario, Canada
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Mass meeting in Cobalt, Ontario, Canada
Mass meeting in Cobalt, a silver mining town in Ontario, Canada.
circa 1908
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In this evocative photograph taken in the bustling silver mining town of Cobalt, Ontario, Canada, around 1908, a large crowd gathers for a mass meeting on a sloping street. The scene is filled with an air of excitement and anticipation as men, many of them miners, clad in heavy work clothes and sturdy shoes, gather to discuss the latest developments in the local silver mine industry. The miner at the forefront, his face obscured by a thick beard and a cap adorned with a badge, seems to be leading the discussion with animated gestures. The street, lined with wooden buildings and stores, is filled with activity. A horse-drawn carriage passes by, its occupants peering out curiously at the crowd. A man in a suit, identified as O'Gorman, stands near the front, perhaps a representative of the mining company or a community leader. Nearby, a man sells shoes from a makeshift stall, while another sets up a simple amusement attraction, a slope with a wooden sled, offering a moment of respite from the hardships of mining life. The photograph captures the spirit of the early 1900s mining community in Cobalt, where the promise of silver drew thousands to the town and the daily grind of mining was a shared experience. The mass meeting, with its lively discussions and community engagement, serves as a testament to the resilience and camaraderie of the miners and their families during this era.
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