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State Street, Chicago, Illinois, USA, c1900. Creator: Unknown
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State Street, Chicago, Illinois, USA, c1900. Creator: Unknown
State Street, Chicago, Illinois, USA, c1900. Trams and pedestrians in a busy street scene on one of downtown Chicagos main shopping streets. It is referred to in the song Chicago (That Toddlin Town) as State Street, that great street. From Scenic Marvels of the New World edited by Prof. Geo.R. Cromwell. [C.N.Greig & Co. c1900]
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State Street - A Snapshot of Chicago's Bustling Past
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. This print takes us back to the vibrant streets of State Street in downtown Chicago, Illinois, USA, around the year 1900. The image captures a bustling scene filled with trams and pedestrians on one of the city's main shopping avenues. Known as "that great street". State Street holds a special place in history and culture, even being immortalized in the popular song "Chicago (That Toddlin Town)". The photograph showcases a snapshot of daily life during this era - horse-drawn vehicles traverse alongside early tramcars while people navigate their way through the busy thoroughfare. The monochrome aesthetic adds an air of nostalgia to this glimpse into America's past. Preserved within Scenic Marvels of the New World edited by Professor George R. Cromwell, this print offers us a window into a time when State Street was at its prime as a commercial hub. It is fascinating to observe how transportation has evolved over time from horses to trams and witness how people dressed and interacted amidst their daily routines. As we gaze upon this historical gem captured by an unknown creator, we are reminded of Chicago's rich heritage and its role as a thriving metropolis that continues to shape American culture today. This print serves as both an educational tool for understanding our country's past and an artistic representation capturing the essence of Victorian-era urban life on State Street.
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