Eighth Avenue, Homestead, Pennsylvania, USA
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Eighth Avenue, Homestead, Pennsylvania, USA
Eighth Avenue (looking west), Homestead, Pennsylvania, USA, with the Woolworth 5 and 10 Cent Store on the right. Date: 1911
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Avenue Cent Eighth Homestead Pennsylvania Pole Poles Store Telegraph Tramlines Trams Wide Wires Woolworth Woolworths Tram
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken in 1911, showcases a bustling scene on Eighth Avenue in Homestead, Pennsylvania, USA. The image, looking west, reveals a wide, paved road lined with tramlines and tram tracks, indicating the area's reliance on public transportation. The photograph captures the essence of the 1910s, with its intricate details of telegraph poles and wires, adding to the historical context. On the right side of the image, the distinctive Woolworth 5 and 10 Cent Store stands proudly, its large, ornate signage attracting the attention of passersby. The store, a popular destination for affordable goods, adds character to the urban landscape. People are visible on the sidewalks, dressed in fashionable attire of the era, engaged in conversation or browsing the various shops. The photograph's composition invites us to imagine the vibrant energy of the community, as the sounds of trams passing by and the chatter of the crowd fill the air. Eighth Avenue in Homestead, Pennsylvania, was an essential commercial hub during this period, and this photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. The image's intricate details, from the textures of the pavement to the patterns on the storefronts, transport us back in time and provide a valuable record of American history.
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