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TEXTILE WORKER HOUSING. Housing for the workers at the Tupelo Cotton Mill in Tupelo, Mississippi
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TEXTILE WORKER HOUSING. Housing for the workers at the Tupelo Cotton Mill in Tupelo, Mississippi
TEXTILE WORKER HOUSING.
Housing for the workers at the Tupelo Cotton Mill in Tupelo, Mississippi. Photograph by Lewis Hine, May 1911
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Media ID 12233899
1911 Cotton Hine Home Housing Industry Lewis Mississippi Poverty Smoke Smokestack Textile Mill Utility Pole Wickes Working Class Southeast Tupelo
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This photograph captures the essence of textile worker housing in Tupelo, Mississippi during May 1911. Taken by renowned photographer Lewis Hine, this image showcases the living conditions of workers at the Tupelo Cotton Mill. In this snapshot, a row of modest homes stands against a backdrop of smokestacks billowing sepia-colored smoke. The exteriors of these buildings reflect an early American architectural style, with simple designs and utilitarian features. A utility pole stands tall nearby, serving as a reminder of the basic amenities available to these hardworking individuals. The image evokes a sense of industry and labor as it depicts the working-class people who resided in these houses. It is evident that poverty was prevalent among them, yet their resilience shines through their stoic expressions. Hine's photography often shed light on social issues and aimed to bring about change. This particular print serves as a powerful testament to the harsh realities faced by those employed in the textile mills during this time period. As we observe this historical photograph from Granger Art on Demand's collection, let us remember the sacrifices made by textile workers like those at Tupelo Cotton Mill and appreciate how far we have come in improving living conditions for all members of society.
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