1949 Color Photo of Chicago’s State Street

What an awesome photo of State St. in Chicago back in 1949. I love the vibrant color. Also, don’t forget to check out our photo of inside a Chicago bus.

1949 photo of State St. in Chicago

Source: Flickr user Joe & Jeanette Archie

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