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NEW YORK: BREWERS, c1840. Lament of the Albany Brewers
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NEW YORK: BREWERS, c1840. Lament of the Albany Brewers
NEW YORK: BREWERS, c1840.
Lament of the Albany Brewers. Wood engraving which accompanied a poem published by American temperance groups after the verdict of Taylor vs. Delavan revealed that brewers in Albany, New York, had been drawing water from the same pond as slaughterhouses dumped carcasses, 1840
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1840 Albany Animal Beer Brewer Brewery Cemetary Dead Libel New York State Orphanage Pollution Pond Slaughterhouse Taylor Temperance Temperance Movement Lament
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The print titled "NEW YORK: BREWERS, c1840. Lament of the Albany Brewers" captures a significant moment in American history. The accompanying wood engraving, published by American temperance groups, sheds light on a shocking revelation that shook the brewing industry in Albany, New York. In 1840, the verdict of Taylor vs. Delavan exposed a disturbing practice among brewers in Albany. It was discovered that they had been sourcing water from a pond where nearby slaughterhouses disposed of carcasses. This revelation sparked outrage and condemnation from both the public and temperance movement advocates. The image portrays an array of symbols representing this lamentable situation. A cemetery signifies the death and decay caused by pollution while animals such as cows, pigs, and horses symbolize innocent victims affected by this contamination. A cat represents curiosity but also serves as a reminder of how even small creatures can be impacted. This powerful visual narrative aims to expose the unethical practices within breweries during this time period while supporting the efforts of temperance groups fighting for cleaner living conditions and healthier communities. Granger Art on Demand's reproduction allows us to reflect upon this historical event and appreciate how far we have come in terms of environmental awareness and consumer protection regulations today.
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