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Drunk Yokel protests his innocence to local landowner
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Drunk Yokel protests his innocence to local landowner
" What! drunk again Mick?" " Well, I ve just had a toothful, yer Honour." " I think we shall have to get that tooth stopped." Date: 1892
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1892 Alcohol Alcoholic Drunk Drunkenness Exchange Expression Filled Innocence Innocent Landowner Phil Pipe Protests Retort Smock Stopped Tipsy Upside Yokel
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1892: A Dramatic Exchange between a Drunken Yokel and Local Landowner This intriguing photograph captures a heated moment between a disheveled rural laborer, known as a "yokel," and a stern-faced local landowner. The scene, set in the late 19th century, unfolds in an open field, with the sun casting long shadows on the ground. The yokel, with a pipe clenched between his teeth and a smock stained with the signs of heavy drinking, raises his arms in protest, exclaiming, "What! drunk again, Mick?!" The landowner, dressed in a formal suit and top hat, responds with a disapproving look and a stern retort, "Well, I think we shall have to get that tooth stopped." The yokel, undeterred, offers a defiant response, "I've just had a toothful, yer Honor." The exchange between the two men is filled with a palpable tension, as the landowner's concern for the man's well-being clashes with the yokel's desire to defend his actions. The horse in the background, seemingly oblivious to the commotion, stands quietly, adding to the surreal atmosphere of the scene. This photograph offers a glimpse into the social dynamics of rural life in the late 19th century, where alcohol consumption was a common pastime for many laborers. The image also highlights the stark contrast between the working class and the landed gentry, as well as the role of authority figures in shaping the lives of those in their care. Overall, this photograph is a fascinating historical artifact that provides insight into the complexities of rural life during this period.
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