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Hello Charley Girls
Filename: 990_16_2-Telephone-T_3HR.jpg
Size: 4800 x 3718 (8.9MB)
Date: 3rd February 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Credit: Underwood Archives
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
City: Chicago
County: Illinois
Country: United States
© Underwood Archives/UIG
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Hello Charley Girls
Chicago, Illinois: May, 1958. The ten contestants competing for the title of the 1958 Hello Charley girl at the Western Electric Company in Chicago
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Media ID 9706489
© Underwood Archives/UIG
18 22 Years 1950s 1958 20 25 Years Attractive B And W Caucasian Appearance Chicago Communications Competition Illinois Many Women Monochromatic Monochrome Outdated Phones Smiling Talking Technology Telephone Telephones Young Adult Women Beauty Contests Contestants
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print taken in May 1958, we are transported back to the Western Electric Company in Chicago, Illinois. The image showcases ten young women, aged between 18 and 22 years old, eagerly competing for the prestigious title of the 1958 Hello Charley girl. The contestants exude timeless beauty with their attractive Caucasian appearance, perfectly capturing the essence of the 1950s era. As they gather indoors for this historic event, their smiles radiate excitement and anticipation. This monochromatic snapshot not only captures a moment frozen in time but also highlights the technological advancements of that period. Each contestant is seen engaged in animated conversations over telephones - a symbol of communication excellence at Western Electric Company. As we delve into this vintage photograph by Underwood Archives from Universal Images Group (UIG), it serves as a reminder of an outdated yet cherished tradition - beauty contests that once captivated audiences across North America. While these young women may have been vying for personal triumph on that day, their presence here represents something much larger than themselves: progress and empowerment through competition. Let us celebrate these remarkable individuals who embraced both technology and femininity during an era defined by change. This print encapsulates a significant chapter in American history while showcasing the grace and charm of these talented contestants who dared to dream big.
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