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The Whirl of the town New York 1905
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The Whirl of the town New York 1905
A charabanc extremely full of lively American women in Madison Square Gardens, New York.
1905
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Media ID 23045708
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
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This photograph, taken by an unknown photographer for the Illustrated London News Ltd in 1905, presents a lively scene of American women enjoying a charabanc ride in Madison Square Gardens, New York. The charabanc, a popular mode of transportation for pleasure trips and sightseeing tours during the early 1900s, is seen here in all its glory, with an open deck atop, allowing the passengers to fully take in the sights and sounds of the bustling city. The charabanc, which can be identified as a motorized vehicle with multiple rows of benches, is filled to capacity with women, their faces expressing excitement and joy as they hold on to each other, some laughing and others waving at the camera. The driver, dressed in a smart uniform, steers the vehicle with a confident air, seemingly relishing the energy of his passengers. The women's fashion of the era is on full display, with some wearing large hats and long, flowing skirts, while others opt for more practical attire. The background of the image shows the hustle and bustle of Madison Square Gardens, with trolley cars and other vehicles adding to the sense of movement and activity. This photograph is a testament to the spirit of leisure and tourism that was emerging in the early 1900s, as people began to explore new forms of transportation and enjoy the sights and sounds of the city in a more relaxed and enjoyable way. It is a reminder of a bygone era, when a simple charabanc ride could provide hours of entertainment and excitement.
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