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CHICKEN VENDOR, 1939. A farm woman selling chickens at a farmers market, Weatherford, Texas
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CHICKEN VENDOR, 1939. A farm woman selling chickens at a farmers market, Weatherford, Texas
CHICKEN VENDOR, 1939.
A farm woman selling chickens at a farmers market, Weatherford, Texas. Photograph by Russell Lee, May 1939
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1939 Auto Bonnet Cage Chicken Commerce Confinement Crate Dress Farmer Great Depression New Deal Poultry Rural Russell Selling Southwest Tailgate Texas Tire Vendor Poulterer Weatherford
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CHICKEN VENDOR, 1939 - A Glimpse into Rural Commerce during the Great Depression
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. This photograph captures a poignant moment in American history. Taken by renowned photographer Russell Lee in May 1939, it showcases a hardworking farm woman selling chickens at a bustling farmers market in Weatherford, Texas. The image transports us back to an era marked by economic hardship - the Great Depression. In this snapshot of resilience and determination, we witness the ingenuity of rural communities as they sought ways to make ends meet. The woman's weathered face reflects years of laborious work under the scorching Texan sun. Surrounded by wooden crates and cages filled with live poultry, she stands beside her trusty automobile adorned with worn tires and a bonnet that has seen better days. This makeshift stall on wheels serves as both her storefront and transportation. Her simple dress speaks volumes about her modest lifestyle while embodying the spirit of self-sufficiency prevalent during those challenging times. Despite confinement within these crates, the chickens symbolize hope for sustenance and survival amidst adversity. Lee's photograph not only documents an individual worker but also sheds light on larger socio-economic issues faced by rural America during this period. It is a testament to human resilience against all odds – capturing one small piece of history that continues to resonate today. As we gaze upon this powerful image frozen in time, let us remember those who endured hardships during this tumultuous chapter in our nation's past
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