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Men standing in front of the Board of Trade bar and gambling house in Butte, Montana. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, 1939
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Men standing in front of the Board of Trade bar and gambling house in Butte, Montana. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, 1939
MONTANA: GAMBLING, 1939.
Men standing in front of the Board of Trade bar and gambling house in Butte, Montana. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, 1939
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1939 Arthur Auto Butte Commerce Entertainment Gambling Great Depression Montana New Deal Night Nightlife Rothstein Sign Storefront Street Scene Working Class
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This photograph, taken by Arthur Rothstein in 1939, transports us back to the bustling streets of Butte, Montana. In front of the Board of Trade bar and gambling house stands a group of men, their figures illuminated by the soft glow emanating from within. The sign above them proudly announces its offerings: entertainment, nightlife, and an escape from the hardships that plagued America during the Great Depression. The scene captures a moment in time when working-class men sought solace and camaraderie amidst economic uncertainty. As they gather outside this den of excitement and possibility, one can almost hear their laughter mingling with the sounds of clinking glasses and shuffling cards. Butte's vibrant street scene is brought to life through this image - an amalgamation of commerce and leisure. The storefronts lining the street hint at a thriving city where dreams were born anew each night. The presence of automobiles parked nearby serves as a reminder that even in difficult times, life moved forward. Rothstein's photograph not only documents a specific place but also encapsulates an era defined by resilience and hope. It offers us a glimpse into how ordinary people found moments of joy amidst adversity - seeking refuge within these walls where fortunes could change with just one roll of dice or turn of cards. Through this powerful visual narrative captured by Rothstein's lens, we are reminded that even during our darkest hours, human spirit perseveres - finding solace in community bonds forged over shared experiences like those found within
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