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Palmer House, Chicago
Filename: 918_11_VO1859.jpg
Size: 3177 x 2019 (1.6MB)
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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Palmer House, Chicago
Postcard view of the northwest corner of the Palmer hose showing the vintage automobiles and a streetcar in the streets
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Media ID 9751553
© Cultural Heritage Images/Universal Images Group
1910 Automobiles Chicago Corner Hose House Northwest Postcard Showing Streetcar Streets Palmer
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) takes us back in time to the bustling streets of Chicago in 1910. The iconic Palmer House stands tall on the northwest corner, its grandeur and elegance evident even from a distance. This postcard view showcases not only the architectural beauty of the house but also provides a glimpse into daily life during that era. As our eyes wander through this snapshot frozen in time, vintage automobiles line the streets, their polished exteriors reflecting the sunlight. These classic cars serve as a reminder of an era when automobiles were still a novelty and symbolized status and luxury. Amongst them, we spot a streetcar making its way along the busy thoroughfare, filled with passengers eagerly going about their day. The charm of this image lies not only in its historical significance but also in its ability to transport us back to an era long gone. The streets are alive with activity - pedestrians strolling by, horse-drawn carriages passing through - all against the backdrop of Chicago's vibrant cityscape. Universal Images Group (UIG) has captured this moment perfectly, allowing us to appreciate both the timeless beauty of Palmer House and gain insight into early 20th-century urban life in Chicago. It serves as a visual testament to how cities evolve over time while retaining traces of their rich history.
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