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Mosman Street, Charters Towers, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Mosman Street, Charters Towers, 1901. A town in northern Queensland, Australia, founded in the 1870s when gold was discovered From " Federated Australia". [The Werner Company, London, 1901]
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Association Australia Australia Oceania Australian Commonwealth Of Australia Federated Australia Federation Gold Mining Gold Rush Mining Oceania Perspective Queensland Veranda Verandah Werner Company Wide Boom Town Boomtown
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Mosman Street, Charters Towers, 1901 - A Glimpse into Australia's Golden Era
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. This print takes us back to the bustling town of Charters Towers in northern Queensland, Australia. The year is 1901, a time when this vibrant community was at the height of its prosperity. Founded in the 1870s upon the discovery of gold, Charters Towers quickly transformed into a booming mining town. The image captures Mosman Street, one of the main avenues that epitomized the grandeur and ambition of this era. Lined with colonial-style buildings boasting intricate architecture and wide verandas, it paints a vivid picture of an emerging urban landscape amidst a rugged country backdrop. Intriguingly, we know little about the creator behind this photograph; they remain unknown to us. However, their lens skillfully captures not only the physical structures but also offers glimpses into daily life during this period. Men can be seen standing on street corners or strolling along Mosman Street while others gather on verandahs engaging in conversation. As we delve deeper into this historical snapshot from 'Federated Australia, ' we are transported to an age defined by industry and progress. It serves as a testament to both Australian history and its association with gold mining – an industry that shaped many towns across Oceania during that time. This remarkable piece from The Werner Company allows us to appreciate how far our nation has come since those pioneering days while
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