Friday, March 12, 2010

Where Have All The Milkmen Gone?

What do the following jobs have in common:

Lector
Elevator Operator
Copy Boy
Pinsetter
River Driver
Iceman
Lamplighter
Milkman
Switchboard Operator
Typist in a Typist Pool
Typesetter
Telegraph Operator

These jobs have all been made obsolete by changes in technology. But thanks to National Public Radio they have not been forgotten! Check out this fascinating glimpse into "Jobs of Yesteryear." If you don't have time to listen to the short descriptions at least check out the pictures.

2 comments:

Amy said...

I think you and I both know that milkmen aren't extinct... in fact, one of your former students is my milkman! (Hurray for Apple Valley Creamery!) Milk in glass jugs and everything.

John Fea said...

That is true. We have been meaning to sign-up as well.