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ILLINOIS: HOME RADIO, 1943. Mother and son listening to a radio program in the
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ILLINOIS: HOME RADIO, 1943. Mother and son listening to a radio program in the
ILLINOIS: HOME RADIO, 1943.
Mother and son listening to a radio program in the living room in Blue Island, Illinois. Photograph by Jack Delano, February 1943
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1943 Apron Calm Chair Communication Delano Domestic Entertainment Family February Home Illinois Jack Leisure Listening Living Room Mother New Deal Ottoman Quiet Radio Speaker Togetherness Working Class Young Unidentified
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This photograph captures a tender moment between a mother and her young son in the comfort of their living room. Taken in Blue Island, Illinois, in February 1943 by photographer Jack Delano, it showcases the significance of radio as a source of entertainment and communication during that era. The image exudes tranquility as the unidentified woman sits on an armchair, wearing an apron that suggests she is engaged in domestic duties. Her calm demeanor reflects the soothing effect of the radio program they are listening to together. The boy, seated on an ottoman beside his mother, appears captivated by what he hears from the speaker. In this snapshot of daily life, we witness not only their shared leisure activity but also their bond as family members. The atmosphere is one of togetherness and intimacy within a working-class household. Delano's photograph serves as a reminder of how technology has evolved over time while highlighting its impact on our lives. In an era before television became commonplace, families like this one relied on radios for news updates and entertainment. As part of The Granger Collection's archives documenting American history through visual art forms, this print offers viewers a glimpse into mid-20th century Illinois homes where radio played a central role in bringing people closer together.
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