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First National Bank, San Jose, Santa Clara, California, USA
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First National Bank, San Jose, Santa Clara, California, USA
First National Bank, Santa Clara Street (looking west), San Jose, Santa Clara County, California, USA, with an electric light tower in the distance. Date: 1911
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1. Title: "A Glimpse into the Past: First National Bank, San Jose, California, 1911 This photograph, taken in the heart of San Jose, Santa Clara County, California, USA, in 1911, offers a fascinating glimpse into the city's rich history. The image, featuring the prominent First National Bank building, has been preserved by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. The photograph, taken while looking west on Santa Clara Street, showcases the grandeur of the First National Bank building. With its imposing facade, the bank stands as a testament to the economic growth and prosperity of San Jose during the early 1910s. The architectural design, with its intricate details and ornate decorations, reflects the unique blend of American and European influences that shaped the city's urban landscape during this period. In the background, an electric light tower reaches towards the sky, symbolizing the city's modernization and progress. The large, paved street, lined with shops and businesses, bustles with activity. Horse-drawn carriages and wagons share the road with early automobiles, while trams and their distinctive tramlines crisscross the scene. The diverse range of footwear in the photograph, from elegant shoes to practical work boots, underscores the varied population and economic activities that thrived in San Jose during this era. The horses, too, represent the city's agricultural and transportation roots, which played a significant role in its development. This photograph offers a captivating window into the past, providing a unique perspective on the people, businesses, and daily life in San Jose during the early 1910s. It serves as a reminder of the city's rich history and its continued evolution into a vibrant, modern metropolis.
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