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Tufts soda water fountain, Centennial Exposition, Philadelphia, 1876 (b / w photo)
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Tufts soda water fountain, Centennial Exposition, Philadelphia, 1876 (b / w photo)
3611276 Tufts soda water fountain, Centennial Exposition, Philadelphia, 1876 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: " James W. Tufts. Soda water." --Display signs."
Exhibit title: Tufts, Jas. W. Boston, Mass, Exhibit #300a, Main Exhibition Building, Bldg. #1.
Titles on labels: Soda fountain, and: Tufts soda fountain " Alhambra".
Tufts soda water fountain.
); eFree Library of Philadelphia; Print and Picture Collection, Free Library of Philadelphia; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22735470
© Free Library of Philadelphia Print and Picture Collection, Free Library of Philadelphia / Bridgeman Images
Alhambra Apparatus Candy Centennial Confectioners Confectionery Display Exhibit Exposition Fizzy Gilded Age Hall Luxury Machine Machinery Philadelphia Production Refreshment Refreshments Soda Stand Sweet Sweets Technology Carbonated Centennial Exposition Soda Fountain Soda Water Tufts
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This print captures the grandeur of the Tufts soda water fountain at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia in 1876. The image showcases a magnificent display of luxury and technology, as well as the artistry involved in creating carbonated beverages during this time period. The soda fountain stands tall and proud, adorned with intricate architectural details that reflect the gilded age aesthetic. Display signs proudly proclaim "James W. Tufts. Soda water" emphasizing the reputation and quality associated with this brand. Surrounded by an array of candies and sweets, this exhibit is a testament to the production of refreshments that were enjoyed by visitors to the exposition. The machinery and apparatus used to create these fizzy drinks are on full display, highlighting both innovation and industry. The photograph also provides a glimpse into the interior of this confectionery stand, showcasing not only its technological advancements but also its inviting atmosphere for patrons seeking a sweet treat or refreshing beverage. As part of America's industrial prowess showcased at this exhibition, it represents an era when inventions like soda fountains revolutionized how people consumed their favorite drinks. This image transports us back to a time when soda was still considered a novelty - capturing both nostalgia for simpler times and appreciation for progress made since then.
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