Only A Penny, Try Your Lungs! - fairground scene

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Only A Penny, Try Your Lungs! - fairground scene

Only A Penny, Try Your Lungs! - fairground scene Date: 1879

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1879 Blow Blowing Fairground Lungs Penny Sideshow

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Only A Penny, Try Your Lungs!" - This intriguing and captivating photograph from the Victorian era, taken in February 1879, showcases a lively fairground scene where boys and men eagerly line up to participate in an unusual and daring challenge. The image, titled "Only A Penny, Try Your Lungs!", offers a glimpse into the past, where entertainment was often centered around curiosity, risk-taking, and the thrill of the unknown. In the heart of the scene, a man with a serious expression and a paper cone in hand, prepares to blow a paper volleyball over a makeshift net. The challenge for the participants is to match or surpass his impressive feat, all for the price of just a penny. Boys, some with wide-eyed wonder, others with determined looks, gather around, eager to give it a try. Their anticipation is palpable as they hold their own paper cones, ready to give it their best shot. The atmosphere is filled with excitement and camaraderie, as the boys take turns attempting to blow the paper balloon over the net. The men, some with amused expressions, watch on, offering encouragement and advice. The simple joy and sense of community in this fairground scene is a testament to the power of a penny and the enduring appeal of a good old-fashioned challenge. This photograph, taken by Terry Parker, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the unique and captivating world of a Victorian-era fairground. It is a reminder of a time when simple pleasures and the thrill of a challenge could bring people together, creating memories that last a lifetime.

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