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Posted in Illinois February 10, 2016 by Laura

These 10 Photos of Illinois In The 1950s Are Mesmerizing

Let’s take a look back at some of the golden years of Illinois. We’re talking about the 1950s. Here are some shots around Illinois during the 1950s.

1. Look at this classic car in Rockford back in 1956.

2. Children listen attentively at Hollstein School in 1952.

3. Hollstein School was a one-room schoolhouse in Tinley Park.

4. Yes, there were significant traffic jams in Chicago back in 1958.

5. The Ringling Circus came to Chicago in 1951.

6. Shoppers navigate a Chicago market back in 1958.

7. This large ship made its way down the Chicago River in 1951.

8. This guy "clowned around" with his bird in 1951.

9. Kids wait for the circus in 1951.

10. This is a shot of the Chicago skyline from 1958.

Have any old photos from Illinois during the 1950s? Be sure to share them on the Only in Illinois Facebook page.

Laura

The Midwest is the best.