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Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
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Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada - note the wonderful signage advertising the Hotel Metropolis and the (rather wonderful) Poodle Dog Cafe !! Date: circa 1940s
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Media ID 18952810
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Cafe Columbia Metropolis Nov18 Opticians Poodle Signage Traffic Trans Wonderful Douglas Tram
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1. Title: A Charming Snapshot of Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada - The 1940s Epoch of Opticians, Hotel Metropolis, and the Poodle Dog Cafe 2. In this evocative photograph, Douglas Street in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, transports us back to the 1940s - an era marked by distinctive signage, vintage automobiles, and the charm of a bygone era. 3. The image begins with the captivating advertisements of two local businesses: Hotel Metropolis and the Poodle Dog Cafe. The Hotel Metropolis sign, with its elegant script and bold red accents, promises a luxurious stay, while the Poodle Dog Cafe, with its whimsical poodle illustration and playful name, invites passersby for a delightful dining experience. 4. As our eyes wander down the street, we notice a variety of other businesses, including an optician, which adds to the authenticity of the scene. The presence of a car and a tram in the foreground further emphasizes the era, with the car's classic design and the tram's vintage tracks adding to the overall ambiance. 5. The photograph's composition is expertly framed, with the businesses' signs creating a visual hierarchy that draws the viewer's attention to the Hotel Metropolis and the Poodle Dog Cafe. The use of natural light, as well as the soft focus and warm tones, adds to the nostalgic feel of the image. 6. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, allowing us to appreciate the unique character and charm of Douglas Street in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, during the 1940s. The combination of the Hotel Metropolis' grandeur and the Poodle Dog Cafe's whimsy encapsulates the essence of this vibrant and historic street.
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