Street Car Collection (#4)

Australia, Victoria, Melbourne, Circle Tram

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1908. Crowds in St. Louis, Missouri, gathered at the intersection of 12th Street and Delmar Boulevard to hear Republican candidate William Howard Taft (at rear of streetcar)

CHICAGO: STREETCAR, c1881. City Railway trolley on the State Street route in Chicago, Illinois. Line engraving, c1881

NEW YORK: STREETCAR, c1885. A brightly decorated 23rd Street horse-drawn streetcar from New York City, c1885. Line engraving

STEAM CARRIAGE, 1832. F. Churchs steam carriage, built in 1832, on the London-Birmingham route. Line engraving, English, 19th century

Streetcar in Dresden, Saxony, Germany, Europe

Washington, DC Riding on a streetcar. Date 1943 Mar

Tobacco dealer waiting on motorman at streetcar terminal, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Date 1939 July

Streetcar motorman, Omaha, Nebraska. Date 1938 Nov

Chicago Streetcar
A streetcar at the entrance to Lincoln Park, Chicago. Date: 1916

Electric tramway generator, 19th century
Electric tramway generator, 19th-century artwork. This is the power generation room for an electric tramway system in New Haven, Connecticut, USA

Tram electrical systems, 19th century
Tram electrical systems, 19th-century artwork. Electrification of trams (also called streetcars) took place in the 1880s and 1890s

CUBA: HAVANA, c1904. Avenue Zalueta in Havana, Cuba. Photograph, c1904

CHRISTIANSBORG PALACE. Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen, Denmark. Photograph, c1910

HUNGARY: BUDAPEST, c1895. Ring Street, Budapest, Hungary. Photochrome, c1895

BRAZIL: SAO PAULO. View of Largo de Thesouri in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Photograph, early 20th century

IBERIAN GATE, c1895. The Iberian Gate and Chapel, inbetween the Moscow City Hall on the left and the State Historical Museum on the right. Photochrome, c1895

RUSSIA: MOSCOW, c1895. View of Moscow, Russia. Photochrome, c1895

NEW YORK HARBOR, 1872. The Port of New York. Lithograph by Nathaniel Currier and James Ives, 1872

BOSTON: WASHINGTON STREET. The Shopping Hour, Washington Street, Boston, Mass. Postcard, c1910

Brooklyn Rapid Transit. Head-on view of the Cypress Hills train of Brooklyn Rapid Transit

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"Journey through Time: Captivating Street Car Scenes from Around the World" Step back in time and explore the bustling streets of Montevideo, Uruguay, as captured in a late 19th-century photograph. The Plaza de Constitucion stands proudly, showcasing the vibrant heart of this capital city. Traveling across continents, we find ourselves on Chicago's State Street during the 1890s. Witness the energy and excitement that filled these historic streets as people went about their daily lives. Crossing over to Brooklyn Bridge in its inaugural year of 1883, experience the thrill of traversing this iconic landmark amidst a sea of activity. The bridge served as a gateway connecting communities and shaping New York City's future. Venturing into Milan, Lombardy, Italy, immerse yourself in European charm as streetcars gracefully glide through picturesque avenues. This enchanting city offers a glimpse into Europe's rich history and architectural wonders. Dublin beckons with its nostalgic allure; Nassau Street comes alive with Yeates and Son glasses store capturing early 20th-century Dubliners' attention. Discover Ireland's captivating past while strolling along these storied streets. Hong Kong Island reveals its double-decker tram on Des Voeux Road—a symbol of modernity against an urban backdrop. Experience Hong Kong's dynamic spirit as it merges tradition with innovation on these busy streets. Manchester showcases Mosley Street adorned by City Art Gallery in a captivating black-and-white photo from around 1910. Marvel at how art seamlessly intertwines with everyday life within this vibrant British cityscape. Istanbul enchants us further with its historic tram gliding down Istikla Caddesi—an emblematic street pulsating with Turkish culture and heritage. Lose yourself amid Istanbul's timeless beauty where East meets West harmoniously. Returning to Milan once more allows us to revel in Lombardy's elegance—the perfect blend of old-world charm and contemporary flair embodied by its streetcars gracefully navigating the city's enchanting streets.