Background photograph for Hightstown project. Play street for children. Sixth Street and Avenue C, New York City. The Solomon family who are to be resettled at Hightstown, live in this neighborhood. This Resettlement Administration project includes two hundred and fifty homes, four hundred and fourteen acres of farmland, a modern factory, utilities, including water system, recreation area and lake. Each family will have a modern home and an opportunity to work in a cooperative factory. Also a small plot of land for raising garden vegetables
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![The image is a black and white photograph depicting an urban street scene, likely taken during the early to mid-20th century. The photo shows various elements of city life such as fruit stands with crates filled with vegetables on Avenue C in New York City near Sixth Street.
There are several people visible: one man appears to be organizing or selling fruits at a stand while another is walking down the street, possibly engaging with passersby or going about daily activities. The scene captures multiple urban elements including tall buildings lining either side of the avenue which seem to house various businesses and shops on their ground floors.
In addition, there are several signs that add context: one indicates "Play Street Closed," suggesting a nearby playground is out of bounds for children playing during certain hours or days; another sign above displays information about public health care benefits in New York City. The overall atmosphere seems bustling yet orderly with elements of commerce and urban life intermingling.
The photograph carries historical significance as part of the Hightstown project which included various aspects such as resettlement, housing projects like those mentioned (250 homes on 414 acres), recreational facilities including a lake for families to enjoy. It showcases an everyday moment in prewar America where communities were actively working towards improvement and betterment through initiat [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/183/843/963/693/751/original/22e69f79515b03a8.jpeg "The image is a black and white photograph depicting an urban street scene, likely taken during the early to mid-20th century. The photo shows various elements of city life such as fruit stands with crates filled with vegetables on Avenue C in New York City near Sixth Street.
There are several people visible: one man appears to be organizing or selling fruits at a stand while another is walking down the street, possibly engaging with passersby or going about daily activities. The scene captures multiple urban elements including tall buildings lining either side of the avenue which seem to house various businesses and shops on their ground floors.
In addition, there are several signs that add context: one indicates \"Play Street Closed,\" suggesting a nearby playground is out of bounds for children playing during certain hours or days; another sign above displays information about public health care benefits in New York City. The overall atmosphere seems bustling yet orderly with elements of commerce and urban life intermingling.
The photograph carries historical significance as part of the Hightstown project which included various aspects such as resettlement, housing projects like those mentioned (250 homes on 414 acres), recreational facilities including a lake for families to enjoy. It showcases an everyday moment in prewar America where communities were actively working towards improvement and betterment through initiat [...]")
![The image captures a bustling urban environment with people engaged in various activities. The foreground shows several individuals walking on the sidewalk, including men and women dressed in mid-20th-century fashion such as suits for men and dresses or skirts and blouses for women. One man is prominently holding up a signboard above his head that appears to be part of an organized event or protest. In the background stands a tall building with signage indicating it's associated with "R.H.Macy & Co." which suggests this may have been taken in New York City, likely during the era when Dorothea Lange was active as her work is known for its social commentary on American life.
The attire of the pedestrians and their hairstyles are indicative of a time period that could be identified by fashion historians. The presence of mid-20th-century clothing styles suggests this photo might have been taken between 1935 and 1945, aligning with Dorothea Lange's work during those years.
The black-and-white nature of the photograph is typical for news photography or social documentary from that era. The image does not include any identifiable faces to protect privacy concerns but rather focuses on societal behaviors and public gatherings as seen in a cityscape at a busy time, possibly illustrating economic activities like shopping (as indicated by "AUTOMATIC" sign above) amidst what appears to be the backdrop of labor unions or social mov [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/179/833/700/466/908/original/55ba5d36e69ef2dc.jpeg "The image captures a bustling urban environment with people engaged in various activities. The foreground shows several individuals walking on the sidewalk, including men and women dressed in mid-20th-century fashion such as suits for men and dresses or skirts and blouses for women. One man is prominently holding up a signboard above his head that appears to be part of an organized event or protest. In the background stands a tall building with signage indicating it's associated with \"R.H.Macy & Co.\" which suggests this may have been taken in New York City, likely during the era when Dorothea Lange was active as her work is known for its social commentary on American life.
The attire of the pedestrians and their hairstyles are indicative of a time period that could be identified by fashion historians. The presence of mid-20th-century clothing styles suggests this photo might have been taken between 1935 and 1945, aligning with Dorothea Lange's work during those years.
The black-and-white nature of the photograph is typical for news photography or social documentary from that era. The image does not include any identifiable faces to protect privacy concerns but rather focuses on societal behaviors and public gatherings as seen in a cityscape at a busy time, possibly illustrating economic activities like shopping (as indicated by \"AUTOMATIC\" sign above) amidst what appears to be the backdrop of labor unions or social mov [...]")
![The image captures a bustling urban scene from an elevated vantage point, possibly from the second story of a building. It is taken in black and white, suggesting it could be historical or intended to evoke a sense of nostalgia.
On Seventh Avenue at West 28th Street, New York City appears busy with life as garment workers leave their factories for what seems like their noon-hour break. The street below is filled with people walking on the sidewalks, crossing streets, and standing in groups engaged in conversation. Their attire reflects an earlier era; men are seen wearing suits, hats, ties, and overcoats while some women wear dresses or coats.
Traffic from that time can be observed moving along Seventh Avenue: classic cars such as a Chevrolet sedan with its rounded design characteristic of the late 1930s to early '40s. The architecture is indicative of mid-20th-century New York, featuring large commercial buildings lining the street and adorned with signage for businesses like "GALERAND" and other enterprises.
Several pedestrians are carrying items such as briefcases or bags, likely related to their work at garment factories. Traffic lights regulate the flow of vehicles amidst this busy urban setting. The absence of modern infrastructure elements suggests that this photograph might be from early mid-20th century America when pedestrian traffic was denser and vehicular movement more regulated by manual signals.
The ov [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/169/975/351/933/511/original/1d2f34708c21fa91.jpeg "The image captures a bustling urban scene from an elevated vantage point, possibly from the second story of a building. It is taken in black and white, suggesting it could be historical or intended to evoke a sense of nostalgia.
On Seventh Avenue at West 28th Street, New York City appears busy with life as garment workers leave their factories for what seems like their noon-hour break. The street below is filled with people walking on the sidewalks, crossing streets, and standing in groups engaged in conversation. Their attire reflects an earlier era; men are seen wearing suits, hats, ties, and overcoats while some women wear dresses or coats.
Traffic from that time can be observed moving along Seventh Avenue: classic cars such as a Chevrolet sedan with its rounded design characteristic of the late 1930s to early '40s. The architecture is indicative of mid-20th-century New York, featuring large commercial buildings lining the street and adorned with signage for businesses like \"GALERAND\" and other enterprises.
Several pedestrians are carrying items such as briefcases or bags, likely related to their work at garment factories. Traffic lights regulate the flow of vehicles amidst this busy urban setting. The absence of modern infrastructure elements suggests that this photograph might be from early mid-20th century America when pedestrian traffic was denser and vehicular movement more regulated by manual signals.
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![The image is a black and white photograph depicting busy traffic on Fifth Avenue in New York City. The scene captures multiple lanes filled with cars, including vintage models like the 1946 Chevrolet Styleline sedan labeled "39" and other older vehicles such as an ambulance or delivery truck marked with numbers "507-2815." A double-decker bus is visible on a raised roadway leading over the traffic. Pedestrians are seen walking along sidewalks, navigating through what appears to be warm weather given their clothing style.
A uniformed officer stands near the center of the street overseeing the flow of vehicles and pedestrians. Storefronts with signs like "Park-Tilford" line either side of Fifth Avenue, adding a sense of urban life in mid-20th-century New York City. The atmosphere conveys a bustling cityscape filled with activity during what seems to be a pleasant day given people's attire.
The image is labeled as "[3-P18P1]" at the top right corner and features text stating "Traffic on Fifth Avenue approaching 57th Street on a summer afternoon" in smaller font across its bottom.](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/151/808/581/643/317/original/b479c7fa38f83e94.jpeg "The image is a black and white photograph depicting busy traffic on Fifth Avenue in New York City. The scene captures multiple lanes filled with cars, including vintage models like the 1946 Chevrolet Styleline sedan labeled \"39\" and other older vehicles such as an ambulance or delivery truck marked with numbers \"507-2815.\" A double-decker bus is visible on a raised roadway leading over the traffic. Pedestrians are seen walking along sidewalks, navigating through what appears to be warm weather given their clothing style.
A uniformed officer stands near the center of the street overseeing the flow of vehicles and pedestrians. Storefronts with signs like \"Park-Tilford\" line either side of Fifth Avenue, adding a sense of urban life in mid-20th-century New York City. The atmosphere conveys a bustling cityscape filled with activity during what seems to be a pleasant day given people's attire.
The image is labeled as \"[3-P18P1]\" at the top right corner and features text stating \"Traffic on Fifth Avenue approaching 57th Street on a summer afternoon\" in smaller font across its bottom.")
![The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting an individual, likely from the early to mid-20th century judging by the clothing and vehicles. The person stands on what appears to be a busy street corner with multiple automobiles around them, indicative of urban life during that time period.
They are dressed in light-colored business attire with distinct pockets on their suit jacket. In both hands, they hold newspapers: one prominently displayed at chest level while holding it aloft above the other which is held down near waist height and partially obscured by their body.
The newspaper being held up bears a headline about "Social Justice" and references to significant events or figures such as "Versailles Anniversary," suggesting themes of political journalism. The date visible in the photo indicates March 18, 1941.
In the background are several multi-story buildings with numerous windows, typical urban architecture from that era. A vintage car is parked on the street beside them and another automobile appears to be passing by in motion. The overall scene portrays a moment of journalistic activity amidst daily city life during World War II or its aftermath.
The photograph's historical context might connect it to Dorothea Lange’s work, as mentioned in your additional information source. Lange was known for her impactful social documentary photography capturing the human side of significant national events and soci [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/151/285/774/214/673/original/ce0e812969106b5a.jpeg "The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting an individual, likely from the early to mid-20th century judging by the clothing and vehicles. The person stands on what appears to be a busy street corner with multiple automobiles around them, indicative of urban life during that time period.
They are dressed in light-colored business attire with distinct pockets on their suit jacket. In both hands, they hold newspapers: one prominently displayed at chest level while holding it aloft above the other which is held down near waist height and partially obscured by their body.
The newspaper being held up bears a headline about \"Social Justice\" and references to significant events or figures such as \"Versailles Anniversary,\" suggesting themes of political journalism. The date visible in the photo indicates March 18, 1941.
In the background are several multi-story buildings with numerous windows, typical urban architecture from that era. A vintage car is parked on the street beside them and another automobile appears to be passing by in motion. The overall scene portrays a moment of journalistic activity amidst daily city life during World War II or its aftermath.
The photograph's historical context might connect it to Dorothea Lange’s work, as mentioned in your additional information source. Lange was known for her impactful social documentary photography capturing the human side of significant national events and soci [...]")
![The image is a black and white photograph depicting a bustling city street scene from an elevated perspective, likely taken in New York City. It appears to be captured during the mid-20th century judging by the style of clothing worn by people, vintage cars on the road, and architectural styles.
In the foreground, there are several vehicles parked along the curb: two older model cars with prominent grilles and rounded body shapes indicative of late 1930s or early '40s design. The license plate visible reads "7N4T-16." Pedestrians are walking on a wide sidewalk; some dressed in business attire, suggesting it is possibly during working hours.
Two men dominate the central part of the image: one wearing a fedora hat and dark coat seems to be guiding or escorting another man who appears older. They both exhibit focused expressions as they navigate down the street. Behind them, other people are walking on the sidewalk in various directions; some appear engaged with conversation while others seem more absorbed in their individual paths.
On the right side of the image stands a building labeled "Bankers Trust Company," suggesting an important financial institution is nearby or within view. The surrounding architecture features large commercial buildings with tall windows and signage, typical of urban business districts during that period.
The overall atmosphere conveys movement and activity characteristic of New York City's d [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/150/731/276/907/413/original/a8ac29873e82e921.jpeg "The image is a black and white photograph depicting a bustling city street scene from an elevated perspective, likely taken in New York City. It appears to be captured during the mid-20th century judging by the style of clothing worn by people, vintage cars on the road, and architectural styles.
In the foreground, there are several vehicles parked along the curb: two older model cars with prominent grilles and rounded body shapes indicative of late 1930s or early '40s design. The license plate visible reads \"7N4T-16.\" Pedestrians are walking on a wide sidewalk; some dressed in business attire, suggesting it is possibly during working hours.
Two men dominate the central part of the image: one wearing a fedora hat and dark coat seems to be guiding or escorting another man who appears older. They both exhibit focused expressions as they navigate down the street. Behind them, other people are walking on the sidewalk in various directions; some appear engaged with conversation while others seem more absorbed in their individual paths.
On the right side of the image stands a building labeled \"Bankers Trust Company,\" suggesting an important financial institution is nearby or within view. The surrounding architecture features large commercial buildings with tall windows and signage, typical of urban business districts during that period.
The overall atmosphere conveys movement and activity characteristic of New York City's d [...]")
![The image is a black and white photograph depicting an urban street scene with numerous vintage vehicles, including taxis, parked or in motion. The environment suggests it could be from the mid-20th century based on the style of cars and clothing worn by pedestrians.
In the foreground, several older model cars are visible, some displaying license plates that identify them as New York City taxis, indicated by their distinctive markings such as "Skyview" or other labels associated with taxi services in the city. The vehicles feature prominent grilles, rounded shapes typical for the era's automotive design, and white-walled tires.
The middle ground is occupied by a crowd of people walking on both sides of the street, some crossing at intersections while others appear to be engaged in conversation or simply strolling. Many pedestrians are dressed in mid-century fashion: men wearing suits with hats such as fedoras and women sporting dresses complemented by gloves and headscarves.
The background is lined with buildings that suggest a dense urban setting typical of New York City's downtown areas during the time period implied by the image. There are no modern elements like street signs or electronic devices, which could indicate an earlier timeframe for when Dorothea Lange took this photograph.
A traffic signal and various other details provide context to the bustling city life captured in this snapshot from a different era [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/150/208/269/680/903/original/8beede93e570e8a1.jpeg "The image is a black and white photograph depicting an urban street scene with numerous vintage vehicles, including taxis, parked or in motion. The environment suggests it could be from the mid-20th century based on the style of cars and clothing worn by pedestrians.
In the foreground, several older model cars are visible, some displaying license plates that identify them as New York City taxis, indicated by their distinctive markings such as \"Skyview\" or other labels associated with taxi services in the city. The vehicles feature prominent grilles, rounded shapes typical for the era's automotive design, and white-walled tires.
The middle ground is occupied by a crowd of people walking on both sides of the street, some crossing at intersections while others appear to be engaged in conversation or simply strolling. Many pedestrians are dressed in mid-century fashion: men wearing suits with hats such as fedoras and women sporting dresses complemented by gloves and headscarves.
The background is lined with buildings that suggest a dense urban setting typical of New York City's downtown areas during the time period implied by the image. There are no modern elements like street signs or electronic devices, which could indicate an earlier timeframe for when Dorothea Lange took this photograph.
A traffic signal and various other details provide context to the bustling city life captured in this snapshot from a different era [...]")