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Men in a saloon in Leadville, Colorado. Photographed by Virgil G. Jackson, c1900
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Men in a saloon in Leadville, Colorado. Photographed by Virgil G. Jackson, c1900
COLORADO: LEADVILLE, c1900.
Men in a saloon in Leadville, Colorado. Photographed by Virgil G. Jackson, c1900
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Media ID 8856581
1890s 1900 1900s Decade Alcohol Cards Colorado Drinking Gambling Jackson Leadville Nightlife Roulette Saloon Spittoon Virgil Westward Expansion
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This print takes us back to the wild and bustling saloons of Leadville, Colorado in the early 1900s. Captured by the talented photographer Virgil G. Jackson, this image offers a glimpse into a vibrant era of American history. Inside the saloon, we see men from all walks of life engaging in various activities that defined the nightlife of that time. Some are engrossed in intense card games, their faces reflecting both concentration and excitement. Others gather around a roulette table, eagerly placing bets as they try their luck. The atmosphere is filled with anticipation and camaraderie as these men seek entertainment and escape from their daily lives. The room is adorned with spittoons, serving as reminders of an era when chewing tobacco was prevalent among patrons. Jackson's photograph beautifully captures the essence of turn-of-the-century America - a period marked by westward expansion and rapid industrialization. It serves as a testament to how saloons played an integral role in shaping communities during this transformative time. As we gaze at this remarkable piece from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, we can't help but be transported back to an era where gambling, drinking, and socializing were intertwined elements of everyday life for many Americans.
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