Catching the Mails

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Catching the Mails

A moving train picks up a sack of mail as it passes through a station : the letters can then be sorted on the train

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Catching Letters Mail Mails Moving Passes Picks Sack Sorted Trains

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Mary Evans Picture Library captures a moment in history that is both fascinating and nostalgic. The image shows a moving train picking up a sack of mail as it passes through a station in 1909. In this era before advanced technology, the sorting of letters took place on the train itself, highlighting the efficiency and innovation of postal communications during that time. The scene depicted in this photograph is not only visually striking but also offers a glimpse into the past when trains played a crucial role in transporting mail across vast distances. The sight of workers catching the mails as they are picked up by the passing train adds an element of excitement to this snapshot from another era. As we look at this image, we can't help but marvel at how far we've come in terms of communication and transportation since 1909. It serves as a reminder of the importance of postal services throughout history and how they have evolved over time. Overall, this print is not just a beautiful piece of art but also a valuable historical document that sheds light on an essential aspect of our past. It's truly amazing to think about all the stories contained within those sorted letters traveling on trains across countries and continents.

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