OCEAN GROVE FERRY, 1878. Vacationers at Ocean Grove on the New Jersey coast cross Wesley Lake standing on a flatbottomed ferry pulled by cables. Wood engraving after W. A. Rogers, 1878

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OCEAN GROVE FERRY, 1878. Vacationers at Ocean Grove on the New Jersey coast cross Wesley Lake standing on a flatbottomed ferry pulled by cables. Wood engraving after W. A. Rogers, 1878

OCEAN GROVE FERRY, 1878. Vacationers at Ocean Grove on the New Jersey coast cross Wesley Lake standing on a flatbottomed ferry pulled by cables. Wood engraving after W.A. Rogers, 1878

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1878 Cable Child Coast Conductor Ferry Flatboat Lake Lake Shore Leisure Rogers Summer Vacation Visitor Ocean Grove

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. Step back in time to the summer of 1878 with this wood engraving by W. A. Rogers. The print captures a serene moment at Ocean Grove on the picturesque New Jersey coast, where vacationers eagerly await their turn to cross Wesley Lake. In this idyllic scene, men and women dressed in Victorian attire stand patiently on a flatbottomed ferry as it glides effortlessly across the calm waters. Pulled by cables operated by a skilled conductor, this unique mode of transportation offers visitors an enchanting journey from one side of the lake to another. The architecture of nearby houses adds charm to the landscape, blending harmoniously with nature's beauty. Children can be seen frolicking along the lake shore while families soak up the sun and relish their leisurely vacations. This wood engraving not only showcases a simpler era but also highlights how people sought respite from bustling city life amidst North America's stunning coastal destinations. It serves as a reminder that even in times gone by, individuals cherished moments spent reconnecting with nature and loved ones. As you gaze upon this remarkable piece of history captured through artistry, let your imagination transport you to an era when life moved at a slower pace and summers were filled with tranquility and joy.

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