Friday, October 5, 2018

Nurses at tea … a hundred years ago

"Nurses home, 11th. Street, New York City. Afternoon tea." That's all the identifying information I found with this photo from the Library of Congress website. I love so much about this photo, from the wicker chairs to the radiator in the background and the hat on the woman at center.

And this photo, a gift to the Library of Congress from the American National Red Cross, is from 1918, so I love the fact that we're looking at some of our kindred spirits from 100 years ago!

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6 comments:

  1. JoyOctober 5, 2018 at 9:32 AM

    I love their hairstyles, too!

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  2. MaryOctober 5, 2018 at 9:32 AM

    I like the reflection in the mirror of the woman across the room. Such a large serene room setting which appeals to this retired RN who remembers some cramped chaotic break rooms.

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    1. Angela McRaeOctober 5, 2018 at 9:59 AM

      I did not even notice the reflection, Mary! Excellent observation!

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  3. AnonymousOctober 5, 2018 at 7:45 PM

    That IS an interesting photo to look at and think about. I noticed the radiator in front of the fireplace. It may not look too elegant, but I'm sure it made the room much warmer!--from Vernona in DC

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  4. GingerOctober 5, 2018 at 10:40 PM

    I’ll have to show this to my Nana. As a retired nurse she will enjoy it.

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  5. Frances LOctober 5, 2018 at 11:23 PM

    It looks like a man sitting between two woman on the right. Also, that wiring looks a little dangerous! Great picture!!

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