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FARM AUCTION, 1939.
Farmers drinking beer and eating ice cream while waiting for tobacco to be sold at an auction in Durham, North Carolina. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, 1939
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1939 Auction Beer Drinking Durham Farmer Friendship Ice Cream Line Marion North Carolina Post Rural Sign Sitting Smoking Tobacco Waiting Warehouse Wolcott Southeast Unidentified
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This photo print, titled "Farm Auction, 1939" takes us back in time to a simpler era of rural America. The image captures the essence of camaraderie and community as farmers gather at a tobacco auction in Durham, North Carolina. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see men standing and sitting outside a warehouse, patiently waiting for their turn to sell their prized tobacco crops. As they wait, they find solace in each other's company, forming bonds over shared experiences and common struggles. The scene is filled with laughter and conversation as these hardworking individuals take a moment to relax. The photographer Marion Post Wolcott beautifully captures the atmosphere of this gathering. In the foreground, farmers can be seen enjoying ice cream treats while sipping on cold beers - symbols of respite from their laborious daily lives. Their faces reflect contentment amidst the anticipation of selling their harvest. The photograph not only showcases the agricultural practices prevalent during that period but also highlights the importance of friendship within farming communities. It serves as a reminder that even during times of economic hardship or uncertainty, human connections remain steadfast. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece captured by Wolcott's lens nearly eight decades ago, we are transported into an era where simple pleasures like beer and ice cream brought joy amidst hard work and perseverance. This photograph stands as a testament to resilience and unity among American farmers during one chapter of our nation's history.
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