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SCHOOL STORE, 1917. School children pretending to buy and sell goods at a general store in Lawton, Oklahoma. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1917
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SCHOOL STORE, 1917. School children pretending to buy and sell goods at a general store in Lawton, Oklahoma. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1917
SCHOOL STORE, 1917.
School children pretending to buy and sell goods at a general store in Lawton, Oklahoma. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1917
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1917 Children Dress Elementary School General Store Goods Hine Lewis Oklahoma Play Playing Pose School Shoe Store Tableau Wickes Young Lawton
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This photograph takes us back to the year 1917, where a group of young school children in Lawton, Oklahoma are captured pretending to buy and sell goods at a general store. The image, taken by Lewis Hine, showcases the innocence and playfulness of these American children during an era when imagination was their greatest asset. Dressed in traditional early 20th-century attire, the boys and girls eagerly pose behind the counter with pride as they act out their roles as shopkeepers. Their expressions reveal sheer delight as they engage in this tableau of make-believe commerce. Each child is fully committed to their part; some carefully examine shoes or dresses while others handle various items on display. The sepia-toned print adds a nostalgic touch to this snapshot from history, allowing us to appreciate the simplicity of childhood pastimes before modern technology took over. It serves as a reminder that even without fancy gadgets or screens, these youngsters found joy in imaginative play within the walls of Wickes Elementary School. Lewis Hine's skillful photography immortalizes this moment forever, capturing not just an ordinary scene but also preserving a piece of Americana. This print from Granger Art on Demand transports viewers back in time to witness firsthand how children entertained themselves through creativity and camaraderie.
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