Men sitting on steps of hotel, Elkins, West Virginia
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Men sitting on steps of hotel, Elkins, West Virginia
Men sitting on steps of hotel, Elkins, West Virginia. Date 1939 June
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Men Taking a Break on the Steps of the Elkins Hotel, West Virginia (1939, June) This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for a group of men in the quaint town of Elkins, West Virginia. Taken in the summer of 1939, the image portrays a scene of simple pleasures and camaraderie. The men, dressed in work clothes and hats, sit casually on the steps of the Elkins Hotel, their faces expressing a range of emotions from contentment to contemplation. The hotel, a grand old building with white columns and a red-tiled roof, looms majestically in the background, a testament to the town's rich history. The setting of this photograph is a reminder of a bygone era, a time when life moved at a slower pace. The men, likely weary from a long day's work, have gathered here to rest and unwind. They engage in quiet conversation, sharing stories and laughter, while enjoying the cool breeze that sweeps through the town. The scene is quintessentially American, with its small-town charm and the men's casual attire and demeanor. The photograph invites us to imagine the stories of these men and their lives, and to appreciate the simple joys of community and connection. The Elkins Hotel, still standing today, continues to be a landmark in the town of Elkins. This photograph, a snapshot of a moment in time, offers a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the enduring power of human connection.
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