Tag: social mobility
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Riding Upwards: A History of Vintage Elevator Buttons and Their Architectural Echoes
Step into a vintage elevator, and you’re not just transported between floors; you’re transported through time. Those seemingly insignificant elevator buttons, often overlooked, offer a fascinating glimpse into the architectural styles and societal shifts of their era. Their design, materials, and even the placement of the buttons tell a rich and often unexpected story, reflecting…
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All aboard! A journey through vintage train ticket design and social mobility
The rhythmic chug of a steam engine, the whistle’s mournful cry, the clatter of wheels on steel – train travel once evoked a sense of romance and adventure. But beyond the nostalgic imagery lies a fascinating history woven into the very fabric of train tickets themselves. These unassuming pieces of paper, often discarded as ephemera,…