Broad Street in the Early 20th Century
Antique photograph of Broad Street in the beginning of 20th century, with the New York Stock Exchange on the left and the Federal Hall in the distance. Photo published by Detroit Publishing Co., between 1903 and 1910. Source: Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division Washington, D.C.
On the foreground, we can see curb brokers on Broad Street. In the 1890s the “Curb Market” gathered daily at Exchange Place. Unlisted, riskier and less profitable securities were traded on this outdoor market until 1921.
Detail of the photo above: some curb brokers on Broad Street.
Broad Street in the Early 20th Century
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