Typewriter salesman, 1910s
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Typewriter salesman, 1910s
Typewriter salesman. Travelling US salesman in the 1910s with a camel carrying boxes of Remington typewriters and an advertising sign. He is in the Balochistan region of what is now Pakistan, an area then under British rule. Remington typewriters, produced commercially from 1873, were originally made by the company founded in New York, USA, by Eliphalet Remington. From 1886, they were made by the Standard Typewriter Manufacturing Company, known from 1902 as the Remington Typewriter Company
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1900s 1910s Boxes Camel Cargo Carrying Child Colonial Crate Crates Exports Merchant Pakistan Product Selling Trader Trading Traveling Travelling Balochistan Beast Of Burden Pakistani Remington Salesman
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the early 1910s showcases a remarkable sight - a typewriter salesman on his travels through the Balochistan region, which is now part of Pakistan. The image captures an American merchant surrounded by crates of Remington typewriters, skillfully arranged atop a camel's back. A large advertising sign proudly proclaims the superiority of these technological marvels. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the fusion of cultures as British colonial rule intersects with American innovation. The young Caucasian man stands confidently amidst the exotic backdrop, embodying both adventure and enterprise. His presence symbolizes not only trade but also the exchange of ideas and knowledge across borders. The photograph offers us a glimpse into history, reminding us that technology has always been at the forefront of progress. It highlights how Remington typewriters became sought-after products in overseas markets during this era when international trade was expanding rapidly. As our eyes wander over this monochrome scene, we are transported to a different time - an age when humans relied on beasts of burden like camels to transport goods across vast distances. This image serves as a testament to human ingenuity and resilience while shedding light on global commerce in the early 20th century. Preserved by Library of Congress, this print invites contemplation about our interconnected world then and now – where advancements in technology continue to shape our lives and bridge geographical divides.
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