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Men in front of a Wells Fargo & Co Express depot with crates and milk cans, Springfiled
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Men in front of a Wells Fargo & Co Express depot with crates and milk cans, Springfiled
XOS1765564 Men in front of a Wells Fargo & Co Express depot with crates and milk cans, Springfiled, Missouri, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lewis Hine was an investigative photographer for the National Child Labor Committee who documented from 1908-1912 the working conditions and exploitation of children in all types of industries. ); American, out of copyright
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This photograph captures a moment frozen in time, transporting us back to Springfield, Missouri in the year 1916. In front of a Wells Fargo & Co Express depot, a group of men stands proudly amidst crates and milk cans, their faces etched with determination. The image exudes an air of industry and hard work. Lewis Wickes Hine, renowned investigative photographer for the National Child Labor Committee, skillfully captured this scene as part of his documentation on working conditions and child exploitation during the early 20th century. His lens sheds light on the lives of these laborers who were instrumental in various industries. The photo showcases not only the workers but also their tools - carts ready for delivery and transport along railroads that connected communities across America. It serves as a reminder of how vital express companies like Wells Fargo were in facilitating trade and commerce from ocean to ocean. In this snapshot, we glimpse into an era marked by poverty and hardship. Yet it is also a testament to resilience and reform efforts aimed at improving living conditions for those struggling at the bottom rungs of society. As we admire this historical print from Fine Art Finder's private collection, let us reflect upon our progress since then while acknowledging that there is still much work to be done towards creating equitable opportunities for all members of society.
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