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LUDLOW STREET JAIL, 1868. The billiard room in the Ludlow Street Jail, situated at the corner of Ludlow Street and Essex Market Place, New York City. Wood engraving from an American newspaper of 1868
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LUDLOW STREET JAIL, 1868. The billiard room in the Ludlow Street Jail, situated at the corner of Ludlow Street and Essex Market Place, New York City. Wood engraving from an American newspaper of 1868
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1868 Billiard Table Convict Criminal Essex Hall Lower East Side Ludlow Street Player Playing Prison Prisoner Punishment Recreation Table Billiard Room
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This print takes us back to the year 1868, offering a glimpse into the billiard room of Ludlow Street Jail in New York City. Situated at the bustling corner of Ludlow Street and Essex Market Place, this wood engraving from an American newspaper captures a unique moment in history. In this image, we see men engrossed in a game of billiards amidst the confines of their prison walls. The players lean over the table, cue sticks poised with precision as they strategize their next moves. Despite their circumstances as prisoners, these individuals find solace and recreation within this dimly lit room. The scene is filled with contrasting elements - on one hand, there is an air of camaraderie among the players; on the other hand, it serves as a stark reminder that even within these walls meant for punishment and confinement, humanity persists. Ludlow Street Jail was located in Lower East Side, known for its dense population and diverse communities. This particular image showcases how leisure activities like billiards transcended social boundaries even within such challenging environments. As we peer into this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded that life finds ways to flourish even under harsh circumstances. It serves as a testament to resilience and adaptability – qualities inherent to human nature regardless of our surroundings or societal labels.
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