CALIFORNIA: BODIE, 1962. The interior of the U

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CALIFORNIA: BODIE, 1962. The interior of the U

CALIFORNIA: BODIE, 1962.
The interior of the U.S. Land Office Building, which contained the Wheaton & Hollis Hotel and Bodie Store, in the ghost town of Bodie, California, which became a California state park in 1962. Photograph by Ronald Partridge, July 1962

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1962 Abandoned Bodie California Ghost Town Hotel July Land Office Park Partridge Ronald Room Ruin Ruins Rural State Park Store Stove Table United States Hollis Wheaton

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This photograph captures the essence of Bodie, a ghost town in California frozen in time. Taken by Ronald Partridge in July 1962, it showcases the interior of the U. S. Land Office Building, which housed both the Wheaton & Hollis Hotel and Bodie Store. The room is filled with remnants of a bygone era - a rustic stove stands tall against one wall, while an old wooden table sits at its center. The image transports us to a different time, where bustling activity once echoed through these now desolate halls. The peeling wallpaper and crumbling walls tell tales of abandonment and decay, yet there is still beauty to be found amidst the ruins. Bodie became a California state park that same year, preserving this historic site for future generations to explore and appreciate. As we gaze upon this photograph today, we are reminded of the rich history that lies within these forgotten places. Ronald Partridge's skillful composition allows us to immerse ourselves in this hauntingly beautiful scene from mid-century America. It serves as a poignant reminder of our ever-changing world and prompts us to reflect on how quickly life can evolve over just a few decades. This stunning print from Granger Art on Demand invites us to step back in time and witness the allure of Bodie's past firsthand.

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