"Jitney sales c. 1918"

Item 19 of 56 in Retro Online Exhibition
"Jitney sales c. 1918" by Don Hodgins, AFCA
 
Title:
Jitney sales c. 1918
Artist:
Don Hodgins, AFCA
Size:
22" x 30"
Medium:
watercolour on paper
Description:
Jitney – American slang for a nickel – referred to privately owned motorcars used as taxis. They plied Vancouver streets picking up passengers for a ‘nickel a ride’. Taking too much business from the streetcars, they were banned in 1918 putting many cars on the market. The gentleman shown here will assist with your purchase.

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Price:
CAN$2,200.00