The more things change…

Discovered and submitted by Theresa Herron

We’re not so different from our forbearers…

On April 23, 1914, the Manchester Enterprise published the following:

Photo by Theresa Herron of original article preserved on microfilm at the Manchester District Library Historical Room.

“The nerve racking noise made by children coasting on the cement walks with iron wheel express wagons, which has cursed the ladies who love to take a nap on summer afternoons will be increased this season by the clatter or roller skates.”

Present day. Photo by Theresa Herron.

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by Sara Swanson

Sara Swanson is an editor, writer and founder of the Manchester Mirror.