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Police dogs, policeman, and thief, New York City, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
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Police dogs, policeman, and thief, New York City, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Police dogs, policeman, and thief, New York City, 1912
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Arrest Arrested Criminal George Grantham Bain Law Enforcement Police Uniform Policeman Policemen Prig Suitcase Thief Thieves Under Arrest Bain George Graham Bain News Service George Graham Bain Press Photography
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**A Glimpse into a Bygone Era: Police Dogs and Thieves in New York City**
In this striking black-and-white photograph taken by George Grantham Bain of the renowned Bain News Service, we are transported to the bustling streets of New York City in 1912. The scene depicts a policeman, dressed in his crisp uniform, holding onto a thief who has been caught red-handed (or rather, suitcase-in-hand). Two police dogs stand guard nearby, their keen eyes fixed on the would-be criminal.
The photograph captures not only the drama and tension of the moment but also the era's fashion sense. The policeman's hat and coat are immaculately tailored, while his prisoner is dressed in a more disheveled attire, complete with a suitcase slung over his shoulder. This snapshot offers a fascinating glimpse into life on New York City streets during this pivotal decade.
Bain News Service was one of the most prominent press photography agencies at the time, and George Grantham Bain's photographs are now held in high esteem by historians and collectors alike. As part of the Library of Congress' vast collection, this image serves as a testament to the power of visual storytelling and our collective fascination with capturing life's fleeting moments on film.
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