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Indignant General to Cook: Well I wouldn t stay in a place like that five minutes
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Indignant General to Cook: Well I wouldn t stay in a place like that five minutes
Indignant General to Cook: Well I wouldn t stay in a place like that five minutes. Two servants discuss John Hassalls famous Help! poster advertising vacuum cleaners which they view with suspicion. Date: 1906
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Cleaner Cook Hassall Hoover Maid Maids Owen Servant Servants Suspicious Technology Vacuum
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Indignant General to Cook - Well I wouldn't stay in a place like that five minutes
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- A Humorous Take on Early 20th Century Technology and Class Dynamics This intriguing photograph print, hailing from the year 1906, captures a moment of light-hearted banter between two servants, a cook and a maid, as they scrutinize a striking advertisement for vacuum cleaners. The advertisement, designed by renowned British poster artist John Hassall, features his iconic "Help!" image of a frantic cook surrounded by chaos in the kitchen, with the caption "John, come quick! The Hoover!" The servants' expressions convey a mixture of amusement and suspicion as they ponder the new technology that promises to revolutionize household chores. The cook, with a stern and indignant look, declares that he wouldn't stay in a place where such a contraption was in use for more than five minutes. The maid, on the other hand, seems to find the situation amusing, perhaps even relishing the idea of the cook's potential discomfort. This humorous scene offers a glimpse into the early 20th century's evolving relationship with technology and its impact on the working class. The vacuum cleaner, a symbol of modern convenience, was a novelty that raised questions and sparked curiosity among those who would be most affected by its introduction into the home. The servants' conversation reveals the intriguing interplay between their skepticism, humor, and the potential implications for their roles within the household. The photograph print, with its clever use of cartoon-like imagery and witty dialogue, serves as a charming reminder of the past and the ever-evolving nature of technology and its place in our lives.
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