This sepia-toned historical photograph depicts a group of approximately twenty young men and boys, possibly workers or laborers, standing in front of what appears to be an industrial building. They are dressed in work attire, including hats, jackets, trousers, and sturdy footwear typical for manual labor during the early 20th century. Some individuals wear sunglasses, while others have their hands in pockets or folded at their sides. The setting is outdoors with a clear sky above; behind them stand several multi-story buildings suggesting an urban environment. The group seems organized as they pose for the camera, some standing closer to the front and others slightly back, creating a tiered effect that showcases more individuals within each row. Their ages range from what looks like young adolescents in their teens or twenties up through older men who may be late forties or fifties. Their expressions are mostly neutral with faint smiles, conveying a sense of camaraderie among the group members. This photograph carries historical significance as part of Lewis Hine's work documenting labor conditions during that era, specifically at Goodall Worsted Co., Sanford, Maine. It is titled "Noon hour" and reflects on workers' breaks or gatherings during their employment in such industries.

The image depicts a vintage scene featuring two individuals standing on an unpaved road in front of what appears to be industrial or factory buildings. The architecture suggests the setting is likely from the late 19th century, with large windows and brickwork that indicates commercial use. One person stands facing away from the camera towards the building's entrance while another walks slightly ahead on a more inclined section of dirt road. Both are dressed in work attire typical for an earlier era: hats, coats, trousers, and sturdy shoes. The second individual carries what seems to be a tool or some form of equipment. In the background, there is additional infrastructure such as telephone poles with wires running between them, suggesting early urban development. There's also construction debris scattered on the ground near wooden planks leaning against one side of the building. An empty bench sits in front of the main structure, indicating that this could be a break area for workers. The sepia tone and graininess of the photograph suggest it is an old photo, likely taken during the late 1800s to early 1900s when Lewis Hine was active. The image may have been captured by him while documenting working conditions or life in industrial cities like Sanford, Maine. The mention "Noon hour" and reference to a location suggest it could be capturing workers' break time during [...]

The image depicts a vintage scene featuring two individuals standing on an unpaved road in front of what appears to be industrial or factory buildings. The architecture suggests the setting is likely from the late 19th century, with large windows and brickwork that indicates commercial use. One person stands facing away from the camera towards the building's entrance while another walks slightly ahead on a more inclined section of dirt road. Both are dressed in work attire typical for an earlier era: hats, coats, trousers, and sturdy shoes. The second individual carries what seems to be a tool or some form of equipment. In the background, there is additional infrastructure such as telephone poles with wires running between them, suggesting early urban development. There's also construction debris scattered on the ground near wooden planks leaning against one side of the building. An empty bench sits in front of the main structure, indicating that this could be a break area for workers. The sepia tone and graininess of the photograph suggest it is an old photo, likely taken during the late 1800s to early 1900s when Lewis Hine was active. The image may have been captured by him while documenting working conditions or life in industrial cities like Sanford, Maine. The mention "Noon hour" and reference to a location suggest it could be capturing workers' break time during [...]

This sepia-toned historical photograph depicts a group of approximately twenty young men and boys, possibly workers or laborers, standing in front of what appears to be an industrial building. They are dressed in work attire, including hats, jackets, trousers, and sturdy footwear typical for manual labor during the early 20th century. Some individuals wear sunglasses, while others have their hands in pockets or folded at their sides. The setting is outdoors with a clear sky above; behind them stand several multi-story buildings suggesting an urban environment. The group seems organized as they pose for the camera, some standing closer to the front and others slightly back, creating a tiered effect that showcases more individuals within each row. Their ages range from what looks like young adolescents in their teens or twenties up through older men who may be late forties or fifties. Their expressions are mostly neutral with faint smiles, conveying a sense of camaraderie among the group members. This photograph carries historical significance as part of Lewis Hine's work documenting labor conditions during that era, specifically at Goodall Worsted Co., Sanford, Maine. It is titled "Noon hour" and reflects on workers' breaks or gatherings during their employment in such industries.