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State Street, Chicago
Filename: 918_11_VO1469.jpg
Size: 3287 x 2085 (1.9MB)
Date: 11th October 2010
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Copyright Status: Public Domain
Source: UIG CULTURAL HERITAGE
© Cultural Heritage Images/Universal Images Group
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State Street, Chicago
Postcard view of State Street in Chicago. Street is filled with traffic: streetcars, horsedrawn vehicles, and pedestrians
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Media ID 9751547
© Cultural Heritage Images/Universal Images Group
1910 Chicago Filled Horsedrawn Pedestrians Postcard State Street Streetcars Traffic Vehicles
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) takes us back in time to the bustling streets of Chicago in 1910. The postcard view of State Street showcases a vibrant scene filled with an array of activity. As our eyes wander through the image, we are immediately struck by the sheer volume of traffic that engulfs the street. From streetcars gracefully gliding along their tracks to horsedrawn vehicles elegantly maneuvering through the chaos, this snapshot encapsulates a moment when transportation options were diverse and coexisted harmoniously. Amidst this symphony of movement, pedestrians can be seen weaving their way through the sea of vehicles. Their presence adds another layer to this lively tableau, as they navigate carefully amidst the hustle and bustle. It is fascinating to observe how people dressed during that era - men donning suits and hats while women elegantly adorned themselves with long dresses and stylish headwear. The significance of State Street as a major thoroughfare is evident in this photograph; it served as a vital artery connecting different parts of Chicago's urban landscape. This postcard view not only captures a specific place but also offers us a glimpse into everyday life at that time. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from UIG, we are transported back in time, marveling at an era where horses shared roads with streetcars and pedestrians strolled along bustling sidewalks—a nostalgic reminder of how much has changed since then.
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