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Hotel Papua at Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
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Hotel Papua at Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
Hotel Papua at Port Moresby, the capital city of Papua New Guinea - a local policeman directing the traffic beneath a large clock. Date: 1961
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1961 Clock Directing Guinea Junction Moresby Papua Policeman Traffic
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at the bustling intersection of Ela Avenue and Douglas Street in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, in 1961. At the heart of the scene is a local policeman, diligently directing traffic with an authoritative wave of his hand. The year is evident in the outdated traffic signage and the classic automobiles that line the road. The imposing clock tower looms overhead, its large hands frozen at an uncertain hour, adding a sense of timelessness to the image. Hotel Papua, a prominent landmark in the background, stands tall and proud, a beacon of hospitality and comfort amidst the chaos of the city. The hotel, which opened in the late 1950s, was a popular destination for travelers and expatriates during the 1960s. The photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when Port Moresby was a bustling hub of activity, and the Hotel Papua was a symbol of modernity and luxury. The local policeman, dressed in his uniform and clutching a baton, is a testament to the order and discipline that was a hallmark of the British colonial rule in Papua New Guinea. His unwavering focus on directing the traffic, despite the distractions of the bustling scene around him, is a reminder of the importance of maintaining order in the face of chaos. This photograph, taken by renowned photographer Grenville Collins, is a fascinating snapshot of life in Port Moresby during the 1960s. It offers a unique perspective on a time and place that is rich in history and cultural significance.
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