BANANA INDUSTRY, c1948. At a grocery store, a clerk writes up a customers grocery bill
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BANANA INDUSTRY, c1948. At a grocery store, a clerk writes up a customers grocery bill
BANANA INDUSTRY, c1948.
At a grocery store, a clerk writes up a customers grocery bill, which includes bananas. Photograph, c1948
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1948 Banana Clerk Counter Customer Food Fruit Grocer Industry Produce Purchase Sell Store
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph from 1948, we are transported back to a bustling grocery store during the heyday of the banana industry. The image captures a moment frozen in time, as a diligent clerk stands behind the counter meticulously writing up a customer's grocery bill. Amongst the various items on display, it is evident that bananas hold a prominent place in this bustling establishment. The composition exudes an air of simplicity and authenticity, with its mid-century setting and unassuming characters. A man can be seen patiently waiting for his turn at the counter while a woman peruses nearby produce. The presence of these individuals serves as a reminder of how integral bananas were to people's daily lives - not just as food but also as symbols of economic growth and prosperity. This photograph provides us with an intriguing glimpse into an era when local grocers played an essential role in communities by providing fresh fruits like bananas to their customers. It reminds us of simpler times when handwritten bills were commonplace and personal connections between clerks and customers were cherished. As we admire this vintage print, we cannot help but appreciate the significance that such seemingly ordinary moments held within them – moments that shaped our collective history and contributed to building thriving industries like the banana trade.
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