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Lady clerks tabulating the American Census Returns (b / w photo)
5997988 Lady clerks tabulating the American Census Returns (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady clerks tabulating the American Census Returns, using an extremely ingenious punching machine for this purpose. Illustration for the Harmsworth Magazine, Vol 6 (c 1901).); © Look and Learn
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© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Clerk Clerks Computers Data Extremely Ingenious Machine Processing Punching Purpose
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This print captures a significant moment in American history - Lady clerks tabulating the American Census Returns. Taken by an anonymous American photographer in the 19th century, this image showcases a group of diligent women using an incredibly ingenious punching machine for data processing purposes. The scene is reminiscent of a bygone era when computers were yet to dominate our lives. These lady clerks are seen meticulously working with punch card systems, carefully inputting information from the census returns into the machine. Their dedication and attention to detail are evident as they navigate through stacks of documents, ensuring accuracy in every entry. This photograph offers us a glimpse into the pre-computer era, where human hands played a crucial role in data management. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come technologically and highlights the importance of these early innovations that paved the way for modern computing. Preserved within a private collection, this historical snapshot was originally featured in the Harmsworth Magazine during its sixth volume around 1901. The image's timeless appeal lies not only in its historical significance but also in its portrayal of hardworking women contributing to vital tasks like census tabulation. As we admire this remarkable piece captured by Bridgeman Images, let us appreciate these lady clerks who played an essential role behind-the-scenes, shaping America's understanding of itself through meticulous data processing techniques.
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