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The cross-continent craze
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The cross-continent craze
The cross-continent craze. Illustration shows a vignette cartoon of scenes depicting transcontinental journeys by various modes of transportation, such as circus performers tumbling and rolling their way across the country, a street railroad car from New York City has made it to the Rocky Mountains, a child in a pedal car (his nurse following by rail), a man golfing his way from coast to coast, members of a country club drinking their way from roadhouse to roadhouse, waiters carrying a tray of food from the mayor of New York City to the mayor of Seattle, and an African American vaudeville couple dancing across the continent. Also, two tramps hitching a ride on a railroad. Date 1908 August 26
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The Cross-Continent Craze: A Vibrant Vignette of Transcontinental Journeys in 1908 This cartoon, published in Puck magazine on August 26, 1908, encapsulates the spirit of the cross-continent craze that swept America during the early 20th century. The illustration showcases a myriad of scenes depicting various modes of transportation that enabled people to traverse the vast expanse of the continent. At the heart of the image, we see circus performers tumbling and rolling their way across the country, their vibrant costumes and acrobatic prowess a testament to the excitement and energy of the era. Nearby, a street railroad car from New York City proudly displays its "New York" sign as it makes its way up the rugged Rocky Mountains, symbolizing the ever-expanding reach of urban life. Other scenes depict more unconventional forms of travel. A child pedals his way from coast to coast, his nurse following closely behind on a train. A man golfing his way across the country, clubs in hand, represents the leisurely pursuit of adventure for the wealthy. Members of a country club drink their way from roadhouse to roadhouse, their merrymaking a reflection of the carefree spirit of the age. Two tramps hitchhike a ride on a passing railroad, their thumbs out in a gesture of hopeful anticipation. Meanwhile, waiters carry a tray of food from the mayor of New York City to the mayor of Seattle, symbolizing the growing interconnectedness of America's cities. Lastly, an African American vaudeville couple dance their way across the continent, their lively performance a reminder of the diverse and rich cultural tapestry that was America. This cartoon captures the essence of the cross-continent craze, a time when the seemingly impossible became possible, and the spirit of adventure knew no bounds.
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