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26th Street, Between Trumbull and St. Louis Avenues, Showing California Theatre, Chicago
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26th Street, Between Trumbull and St. Louis Avenues, Showing California Theatre, Chicago
Postcard view showing 29th street. Streetcar tracks run down the middle of the street and the California Theatre is on the left
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Media ID 9751323
© Cultural Heritage Images/Universal Images Group
1914 26th 29th California Chicago Down Left Louis Middle Postcard Showing Street Streetcar Theatre Tracks Avenues Trumbull
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) takes us back to the bustling streets of Chicago in 1914. The image captures a vibrant scene on 26th Street, between Trumbull and St. Louis Avenues, showcasing the iconic California Theatre on the left side of the frame. As our gaze follows down the middle of the street, we notice well-worn streetcar tracks that bear witness to countless journeys taken by Chicagoans during that era. The presence of these tracks adds an authentic touch to this snapshot of history. The California Theatre stands tall with its grand architecture and ornate details, beckoning passersby to indulge in an evening filled with entertainment and wonder. Its marquee proudly displays upcoming shows and events, promising an escape from everyday life within its walls. This postcard view also reveals a glimpse of 29th Street adjacent to 26th Street, further expanding our understanding of this lively neighborhood. It serves as a reminder that cities are ever-evolving landscapes where progress intertwines with nostalgia. Through this photograph, UIG invites us to step into another time - one where streetcars were a common sight and theaters like the California held court over cultural experiences. This image transports us back in time while reminding us how cities like Chicago have transformed over the years.
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