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thejimmyjames In reply to molecule-eye [2017-06-16 20:53:33 +0000 UTC]

For one, none of the architecture is newer than the 1950s. That's the main tell. Another is that there's a large neon sign atop a building that's pretty much dead center. The sign has another building behind it, so it's tough to see. Those didn't survive past the mid century and became extremely rare. A tiny tip is the fact that you can see smoke rising from several buildings, indicating they still have fired boilers for hot water and heating.

Going a little deeper, there's the lack of cellular antennae, modern advertising, and last but not least, probably something that wouldn't even be noticed by most people: The rail yard. Boxcars haven't been made like that in decades. Look at those wooden slat sides. Also, that guy is wearing coveralls, and not OSHA-regulated safety attire which has been required since the 1980s.

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molecule-eye In reply to thejimmyjames [2017-06-19 10:25:57 +0000 UTC]

Good points. I think the guy and what he's wearing is a pretty dead giveaway.

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