CHOKED BY SMOKERS

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CHOKED BY SMOKERS

A lady is choked by smokers as she walks along the pavement Date: 1843

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1840s 1843 Choked Cigars Coughing Drugs Handkerchief Pipe Pollution Smokers Tobacco Walks

EDITORS COMMENTS
Choked by Smokers, 1843 This evocative image from the 1840s, obtained from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a moment in time that starkly highlights the health hazards and social nuances of tobacco use during the Victorian era. The photograph depicts a woman, dressed in a voluminous skirt and shawl, being engulfed by a cloud of smoke as she walks along the pavement. Surrounding her are several men, each puffing on cigars or pipes, seemingly oblivious to the discomfort they are causing. The woman's face is contorted in a grimace, her handkerchief pressed to her mouth as she tries to shield herself from the acrid smoke. Her coughing fits are evident, a clear indication of the detrimental effects of secondhand smoke. The scene is a stark reminder of the pervasive nature of tobacco use during this period, with smoking being a common pastime for both men and women, regardless of the harm it caused to others. The photograph also serves as a testament to the poor air quality of the time, with the smoke from the cigars and pipes contributing significantly to the pollution in the air. The image is a poignant commentary on the societal norms of the 1840s, where personal comfort and consideration for others took a backseat to the pleasures of tobacco use. This powerful photograph offers a glimpse into the past, shedding light on the health and social issues that arose from the widespread use of tobacco during this era.

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