Merchants Transportation Company, Despatch, N.Y. between 1900 and 1920. Creator: Unknown

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Merchants Transportation Company, Despatch, N.Y. between 1900 and 1920. Creator: Unknown

Merchants Transportation Company, Despatch, N.Y. between 1900 and 1920

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10 X 8 In Construction Industry Despatch Dispatch Dry Plate Negative Freight Car Freight Wagon Industrial Facility New York United States Of America Wagon Company Detroit Publishing Detroit Publishing Co Detroit Publishing Company Edwin H Husher Transportation Industry William A Livingstone

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking photograph captures the bustling activity inside the Merchants' Transportation Company in Despatch, New York between 1900 and 1920. The image, created by an unknown photographer, offers a glimpse into the industrial heart of America during the 1900s, 1910s, and 1920s. The interior of the facility is filled with an array of freight cars and wagons, arranged meticulously to maximize efficiency in the transportation of goods. The dry plate negative or glass negative process, a common photographic technique of the time, adds to the image's historical charm. Detroit Publishing Company, a prominent publisher during this era, likely distributed this photograph, adding to its widespread circulation. The company's name, "Detroit Publishing Co," is visible on the wall in the background. The Merchants' Transportation Company, located in New York State, United States, was a significant player in the transportation industry during the early 20th century. The company's name, "Merchants' Transportation Company," is visible on a sign at the entrance. The photograph's composition conveys the industrious spirit of the time, with workers diligently loading and unloading freight, and machinery humming in the background. The monochromatic color palette, typical of the era, adds to the image's timeless quality. This photograph is a valuable historical artifact, offering insights into the country's industrial past and the role of transportation companies like the Merchants' Transportation Company in shaping the American economy. It is a testament to the ingenuity and hard work of the people who built and operated these facilities, and serves as a reminder of the rich industrial heritage that continues to influence our society today.

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