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IOWA: WATER PUMP, 1936. Woman pumping water for laundry in a shanty town in Spencer, Iowa
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IOWA: WATER PUMP, 1936. Woman pumping water for laundry in a shanty town in Spencer, Iowa
IOWA: WATER PUMP, 1936.
Woman pumping water for laundry in a shanty town in Spencer, Iowa. Photograph by Russell Lee, December 1936
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1936 Bucket Busy Cold December Great Depression Iowa Laundry New Deal Poverty Pump Rural Shack Shanty Town Slum Snow Washing Water Winter
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This print titled "IOWA: WATER PUMP, 1936" takes us back in time to witness a poignant moment in American history. In the midst of the Great Depression, we find ourselves in Spencer, Iowa, where a determined woman is pumping water for her laundry. The shanty town surrounding her tells a story of poverty and struggle that was all too common during this era. Photographed by Russell Lee in December 1936 as part of the Farm Security Administration's documentation efforts, this image captures the harsh reality faced by many rural communities at that time. Despite the cold winter weather and snow-covered surroundings, this resilient woman carries out her daily chores with unwavering determination. The dilapidated shack she calls home serves as a stark reminder of the hardships endured during those difficult years. It stands as a symbol of both resilience and despair within this slum-like settlement. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported to an earlier America - one marked by economic hardship but also characterized by strength and perseverance. This image offers us a glimpse into daily life during an era defined by adversity but also hope for change through programs like Roosevelt's New Deal. Russell Lee's powerful composition freezes this fleeting moment forever – reminding us not only of our shared history but also inspiring gratitude for progress made since then.
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