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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Wednesday, 24-Jun-2026 00:29:16 JST Dorothea Lange

Outskirts of Tulare. On U.S. 99. See general caption. Highway sculpture. California
#Tulare #California #DohrMill #Käse-Fabrik #DohrhütteGmbH #DorotheaLanges #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017771984/
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1. The image depicts a black and white photograph of an outdoor scene featuring two prominent elements. In the foreground, there is a large sculpture or statue that appears to be made of plaster or concrete. The figure seems abstract with multiple limbs or protrusions, possibly representing some form of artistic expression. Behind this artwork stands a building labeled "Dohr Mill" and another sign stating "Milch- und Käse-Fabrik der Dohrhütte GmbH," which suggests it is a dairy farm or cheese factory. The architecture has classic elements such as arched windows, decorative cornices above the roofline, and large white letters spelling out "Dohr Mill" on the upper portion of the building. The photo appears to be taken from across the street, capturing both the statue in its entirety and a significant part of the surrounding environment. A fence is visible at the bottom left corner, indicating that this might be an area designed for public viewing or exhibition rather than private property. A caption on the image reads "1028d - E," which could refer to cataloging information related to Dorothea Lange's work as mentioned in your additional context.
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  Outskirts of Tulare. On U.S. 99. See general caption. Highway sculpture. California
  
  from Lange, Dorothea
  
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Monday, 22-Jun-2026 10:37:48 JST Dorothea Lange

Untitled photo, possibly related to: Farmyard of rehabilitation client. Tulare County, California
#TulareCounty #California #DorotheaLange #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017770753/
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1. The image depicts a rural farm setting with various agricultural elements visible in the scene. In the foreground, there's a fenced area containing what appears to be a wooden box filled with potatoes or similar root vegetables on one side and several small raised garden beds adjacent to it. The fence is made of simple vertical slats supported by horizontal beams at intervals, suggesting an improvised construction possibly due to resource constraints. Behind this enclosure stands a large barn structure, exhibiting weathered wood siding indicative of significant age or exposure to the elements. To its right, a power line tower rises into the sky, alongside which a solitary cow is visible in what seems like a fenced paddock area. The landscape extends beyond these features with open fields stretching out toward distant trees and another building on the horizon. The black-and-white nature of the photograph adds a timeless quality to the scene, while handwritten text at the bottom left corner reads "183 cd- E," which could be an annotation or cataloging code related to the image. This photo carries historical connotations as it resembles work by Dorothea Lange, known for her documentation during the Great Depression and World War II. Furthermore, additional context suggests that this farmyard might belong to a rehabilitation client in Tulare County, California, underlining [...]
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  [Untitled photo, possibly related to: Farmyard of rehabilitation client. Tulare County, California]
  
  from Lange, Dorothea
  
  1 negative : nitrate ; 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 inches or smaller.
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Friday, 19-Jun-2026 09:41:11 JST Dorothea Lange

The one inhabitant remaining in Fullerton, Louisiana, an abandoned lumber town
#Fullerton #Louisiana #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017770389/
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1. The image depicts a man sitting on the edge of what appears to be an old, dilapidated structure. He is dressed in casual clothing: a long-sleeved shirt with visible wear and tear at the elbows, dark pants, and shoes that appear worn out. The man's posture suggests he might be tired or reflective; his head rests against one hand while propping himself up on what seems to be part of a wall or platform. The environment is stark and desolate, emphasizing abandonment rather than habitation. There are loose wooden planks and rubble around him, indicating neglect or decay over time. The photo's black-and-white composition adds to the somber mood, highlighting textures such as cracks in walls, peeling paint, and debris on the ground. The image is labeled with a date "1938-5" at the bottom, which suggests it was taken during that period but could be an error or misinterpretation of historical data. The context provided by the caption reveals this photo to have been captured in Fullerton, Louisiana, once known as a lumber town and currently abandoned. The overall mood conveyed is one of quiet endurance amidst desolation, likely evoking thoughts about the passage of time, abandonment, and resilience.
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  The one inhabitant remaining in Fullerton, Louisiana, an abandoned lumber town
  
  from Lange, Dorothea
  
  1 negative : nitrate ; 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 inches or smaller.
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Saturday, 13-Jun-2026 02:23:19 JST Dorothea Lange

Untitled photo, possibly related to: This family, like others in the area, raise strawberries for commercial crop on their small clearings. Shown coming out of the field in the evening. Near Tenino, Thurston County, western Washington
#Tenino #ThurstonCounty #Washington #first #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773243/
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1. The image is a black and white photograph depicting four individuals standing in an outdoor setting. The backdrop features a natural landscape with grass, trees, and shrubs under a cloudy sky. From left to right: - A young boy wearing suspenders over his shorts holds what appears to be a notebook or book. - Next stands a woman dressed in patterned clothing holding a bundle of books or papers wrapped together. She has her hands clasped behind her back and is smiling at the camera. - Another woman, also with a smile, wears a floral dress and sandals; she too is clutching what seems to be several bundles similar to those held by the first woman. On their right: - An older man wearing overalls holds a box containing multiple items. He has on boots, gloves, and a hat that appears to have goggles or some sort of eye protection. The ground they stand upon looks grassy with patches of dirt and what seems like logs laid horizontally across it. The individuals are standing in such a manner as if posed for the photo. There's handwritten text at both top corners reading "5-8/10". A more elaborate script appears on the right side, which might be part of an inscription or additional context to the photograph but is not clearly legible from this angle.
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  [Untitled photo, possibly related to: This family, like others in the area, raise strawberries for commercial crop on their small clearings. Shown coming out of the field in the evening. Near Tenino, Thurston County, western Washington]
  
  from Lange, Dorothea
  
  1 negative : nitrate ; 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 inches or smaller.
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Friday, 12-Jun-2026 03:28:16 JST Dorothea Lange

Untitled photo, possibly related to: Hired man helps the farmers' oldest boy on the Myers farm. Washington, near Outlook, Yakima County
#Myers #Washington #Outlook #YakimaCounty #first #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017772731/
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1. The image is a black and white photograph depicting four individuals outdoors. On the left, there's an older man wearing a hat, with his hands in pockets, looking directly at the camera. Next to him stands another individual, also dressed casually but without any accessories or headgear; this person seems slightly younger than the first. In the center of the photo is a young boy wearing overalls and reaching up towards a horse's face, possibly grooming it. To his right, there appears to be yet an older man with curly hair, who is partially obscured by another animal—a mule or donkey—which has straps on its head, suggesting that it might be used for farming work. The setting looks rural, likely part of a farm given the presence of animals and wooden structures in the background.
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  [Untitled photo, possibly related to: Hired man helps the farmers' oldest boy on the Myers farm. Washington, near Outlook, Yakima County]
  
  from Lange, Dorothea
  
  1 negative : nitrate ; 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 inches or smaller.
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Sunday, 07-Jun-2026 08:56:15 JST Dorothea Lange

Mrs. Arnold discusses the canning of her tomatoes with the home management supervisor (FSA, Farm Security Administration). Western Washington, Thurston County, Michigan Hill
#Arnold #WesternWashington #ThurstonCounty #MichiganHill #second #first #America #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773267/
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1. A black and white photograph captures two women in a rural setting. The woman on the left, dressed in a striped dress with rolled-up sleeves, stands beside an old-fashioned trailer or caravan parked at some distance away. She wears a hat and holds something small between her fingers, possibly food related to canning. The second woman is positioned facing us directly; she's wearing a floral patterned dress with a round neckline and short puffed sleeves, also sporting a wide-brimmed hat similar in style but darker in color than the first. In her hands are what appear to be black cans or containers for food preservation—indicative of canning. Behind them is lush vegetation suggesting they're on farmland, typical of rural life during times when home-canning was prevalent due to its role as a form of self-sufficiency and preparedness for the economic challenges often faced by families in agricultural communities. The presence of such an image with captioned content suggests it's part of historical documentation or journalistic work related to domestic activities like canning, possibly from the FSA (Farm Security Administration), which aimed at documenting rural life during a period when self-sufficiency was vital. It reflects societal norms and practices around food preservation in home environments. The image is dated "Mrs. Arnold discusses the canning of her tomatoes with [...]
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  Mrs. Arnold discusses the canning of her tomatoes with the home management supervisor (FSA, Farm Security Administration). Western Washington, Thurston County, Michigan Hill
  
  from Lange, Dorothea
  
  1 negative : nitrate ; 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 inches or smaller.
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Thursday, 28-May-2026 14:02:03 JST Dorothea Lange

All Chris Adolf's children are hard workers on the new place. Yakima Valley, Washington. Farm of Rehabilitation Administration borrower
#ChrisAdolf #YakimaValley #Washington #DorotheaLange #American #theGreatDepression #America #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017772678/
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1. The image is a black and white photograph depicting a rural scene. In the foreground, there's a young girl standing on wooden planks near a metal canister and some buckets. She appears to be pouring or preparing something from the cans into one of the buckets. A horse with harnesses stands beside her, attached to what seems like a cart or wagon by its bridles and straps. In the background, there are various elements indicative of rural life: clothes hanging on lines suggesting laundry drying; a building structure that looks makeshift possibly for storage or housing animals; dense vegetation including trees and shrubs. The environment appears unkempt with overgrown grass in front of a fenced area where crops might be grown. The photograph is marked "Dorothea Lange," which suggests it was taken by the well-known American photographer Dorothea Lange, known for her work during the Great Depression documenting various social issues including rural poverty and farm labor. The date written on the photo indicates that this picture was captured in August 1946. This image seems to represent agricultural life with a focus on manual tasks like milking or preparing animal products using traditional methods. It reflects historical aspects of American farming culture, showcasing hard work amidst modest living conditions during mid-20th century rural America.
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  All Chris Adolf's children are hard workers on the new place. Yakima Valley, Washington. Farm of Rehabilitation Administration borrower
  
  from Lange, Dorothea
  
  1 negative : nitrate ; 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 inches or smaller.
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Saturday, 23-May-2026 03:27:02 JST Dorothea Lange

Bulldozer contractor's car. Western Washington, Lewis County, near Vader. See general caption number 41
#WesternWashington #LewisCounty #D-4CAT #DOZER #Washington #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017772937/
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1. The image depicts a vintage car with several notable features. On the back of this automobile, there is a license plate that reads "D-4 CAT" and below it in larger font, "DOZER," indicating its use for construction purposes such as grading or grubbing roads. The vehicle also has an additional label on the rear window: "State of Washington," suggesting registration within Washington state. The car's body is a dark color with visible wear marks and minor damage like scratches and dents, which imply it may be quite old and possibly used in tough conditions associated with construction work. A prominent emblem or logo resembling a bulldozer occupies the lower right side on the back of the vehicle, reinforcing its identity as a construction equipment. In terms of composition, this photograph appears to have been taken outdoors during daylight hours given the brightness surrounding the car's edges and shadows cast by objects around it. The black-and-white tone of the image adds an element of historical context or artistic effect, possibly suggesting that the photo was captured in earlier times when color photography might not be prevalent. The background is minimal but includes what looks like utility poles with electrical lines running above them against a clear sky, which suggests this vehicle may have been parked along rural roads. No people are visible within the frame o [...]
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  Bulldozer contractor's car. Western Washington, Lewis County, near Vader. See general caption number 41
  
  from Lange, Dorothea
  
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Wednesday, 13-May-2026 08:56:58 JST Dorothea Lange

Hightstown, New Jersey. On this project some of the homesteaders will work on the cooperative farm, some in the cooperative factory. This group represents wives and children of the farm group. This is a Jewish community background
#Hightstown #NewJersey #Jewish #DorotheaLange #American #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017762921/
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1. The image depicts a large family posing together in an open field. There are eight individuals, including five women and three children of varying ages. The adults appear to be middle-aged or older, with two wearing dresses adorned with polka dots, while the other three wear more casual attire suitable for work on a farm. In front row there's one young girl standing beside her mother who is holding an infant child in arms, and another little boy next to them, all looking at camera. Behind them are four older women, two of whom smile warmly towards the camera, while others have neutral expressions. The setting seems rural with tall grasses surrounding the group indicating it could be a farm area or farmland. There is no visible farmhouse or other structures in immediate proximity which suggests that they might be standing at some distance from their homestead. Based on clothing and hairstyle of individuals present as well as landscape, this appears to be an old photo possibly taken during late 19th century early 20th century judging by style. Notably the name "Dorothea Lange" is inscribed across top which could refer either artist or subject but given context seems more likely reference photographer who specialized in social documentation work. Additional contextual information provided suggests this group belongs to Jewish community with cooperative farm and factory w [...]
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  Hightstown, New Jersey. On this project some of the homesteaders will work on the cooperative farm, some in the cooperative factory. This group represents wives and children of the farm group. This is a Jewish community background
  
  from Lange, Dorothea
  
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Wednesday, 13-May-2026 00:03:14 JST Dorothea Lange

Untitled photo, possibly related to: The Wardlow family in their dugout basement home on Sunday. The youngest boy copies out a recipe for his mother. Dead Ox Flat, Malheur County, Oregon
#Wardlow #DeadOxFlat #MalheurCounty #Oregon #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773794/
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1. The image depicts a historical scene set in what appears to be an older home or perhaps a communal living space. Two adults and two children are seated around a wooden table covered with a patterned cloth, suggesting a shared mealtime or gathering. One adult is seen engaging actively with one of the young boys who sits at the center of the table, seemingly focused on reading from a paper in front of him. The other adult watches over them attentively while resting his chin thoughtfully on his hand. Another child looks away, perhaps lost in their own thoughts or observing something outside the frame. The background reveals elements typical of an earlier time period: simple wooden furniture, various household items like bowls and jars scattered across surfaces, a pot possibly for cooking, and some domestic tools suggesting everyday life activities such as food preparation. The overall atmosphere is one of quiet engagement with daily tasks within a modest setting.
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  [Untitled photo, possibly related to: The Wardlow family in their dugout basement home on Sunday. The youngest boy copies out a recipe for his mother. Dead Ox Flat, Malheur County, Oregon]
  
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Sunday, 26-Apr-2026 06:43:51 JST Dorothea Lange

Sign near Tombstone, Arizona. Boot Hill graveyard
#Tombstone #Arizona #BootHill #TomMcLowrey #FrankMLowrey #BillieClayton #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017770176/
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1. The image depicts a headstone set against an outdoor backdrop with rocky terrain and sparse vegetation. The inscription on the tombstone reads "Tom McLowrey Frank M'Lowrey Billie Clayton 'Murdered On The Streets Of Tombstone,'". It appears to be from an historical context, potentially referencing individuals or events associated with the American Old West, specifically in a location known as Boot Hill graveyard which is mentioned at the bottom of the image.
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  Sign near Tombstone, Arizona. Boot Hill graveyard
  
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Saturday, 11-Apr-2026 09:42:08 JST Dorothea Lange

Roadside meeting with Durham County farmer. North Carolina. He gives road directions by drawing the dirt with a stick
#DurhamCounty #NorthCarolina #DorotheaLange #NorthCarolinas #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017772651/
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1. The image is a black and white photograph featuring an older male figure squatting on the side of what appears to be a rural road. He's dressed in overalls, with suspenders visible around his waist, suggesting manual labor attire typical for agricultural settings. His right hand is holding onto one leg while he squats low to examine something directly beneath him - perhaps soil or some small object not easily discernible from this distance. The figure wears a hat and has bare feet; the absence of footwear could indicate work in dirt environments that might be abrasive on shoes, such as farming. His expression seems focused and possibly contemplative. In his left hand, he holds what appears to be a stick or rod with which he's interacting directly with the ground. The background reveals an outdoor rural setting with wild grasses and trees scattered across open fields, indicating a countryside environment. There is also part of a structure visible in the upper right corner behind him; it resembles a porch or veranda typical for farmhouses. The overall atmosphere conveys simplicity and solitude commonly associated with pastoral life. This image reflects themes often explored by Dorothea Lange during her documentation period - capturing everyday lives, struggles, and interactions within agricultural communities such as those in North Carolina's Durham County. Her work is k [...]
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  Roadside meeting with Durham County farmer. North Carolina. He gives road directions by drawing the dirt with a stick
  
  from Lange, Dorothea
  
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Saturday, 28-Mar-2026 03:21:47 JST Dorothea Lange

A sharecropper's car near Hartwell, Georgia
#Hartwell #Georgia #Southern #America #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017770498/
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1. The photograph depicts an old-fashioned sedan with a vintage design, likely from the early 1900s. It is parked on what appears to be a dirt road or rural area, surrounded by trees and foliage indicative of a countryside setting. The car has large spoked wheels typical of that era and features such as running boards for passengers to step onto. Notably, this vehicle seems to have been involved in an incident; the front tire is missing from what would normally be its right side (our left), suggesting it may have rolled or flipped over. A person stands beside the car, seemingly inspecting or attending to the situation but not directly interacting with any visible parts of the vehicle that are damaged. The grayscale tone suggests this photo was taken in a time when color photography was either not available or not commonly used for such snapshots. The overall scene conveys a sense of hardship and resilience associated with rural life during the early part of the 20th century, as suggested by the title mentioning a sharecropper's car near Hartwell, Georgia. Sharecropping is an agricultural labor contract system where landowners provide farmland to tenant farmers in exchange for work done on the property. It was common practice in many Southern states during this time and often resulted in impoverished conditions due to lack of control over resources by those who worked them. [...]
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  A sharecropper's car near Hartwell, Georgia
  
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Tuesday, 17-Mar-2026 03:07:56 JST Dorothea Lange

Nurse in FSA (Farm Security Administration) mobile camp unit conducts doctor to house trailer where there is a sick child. Merrill, Klamath County, Oregon
#Merrill #KlamathCounty #Oregon #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017774412/
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1. The image depicts two individuals standing on a barren landscape. One is dressed in formal attire, including a suit and holding what appears to be a briefcase or bag, while the other individual seems casually attired with a knee-length dress. In front of them are structures resembling mobile trailers: one wooden with visible wheels and a metal chimney-like structure at its top, which might indicate it's designed for living quarters or offices. The environment suggests an outdoor setting that appears to be semi-arid, perhaps during the middle part of the day given the shadow direction under objects but not on people.
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  Nurse in FSA (Farm Security Administration) mobile camp unit conducts doctor to house trailer where there is a sick child. Merrill, Klamath County, Oregon
  
  from Lange, Dorothea
  
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Saturday, 14-Mar-2026 13:02:50 JST Dorothea Lange

Mrs. Granger's storeroom. She has 500-600 quarts of canned food. "You never know what may happen." Yamhill farms. (FSA - Farm Security Administration). Yamhill County, Williamette Valley, Oregon
#Granger #500-600quarts #Yamhill #YamhillCounty #WilliametteValley #Oregon #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773559/
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1. The image depicts a well-organized pantry filled with numerous jars of preserved food. The shelves are neatly arranged, showcasing an assortment of items such as pickles and jams in clear glass jars. Labels on some of the jars indicate different contents or possibly production dates. This storage space is indicative of careful preservation practices, likely aimed at extending the shelf life of perishable goods for consumption during times when fresh produce might be unavailable. The black-and-white nature of the photograph suggests it could be from a past era, reflecting traditional methods of food conservation before modern refrigeration techniques became widespread. The organized arrangement and variety of preserved foods highlight an approach to self-sufficiency in sustenance that is both practical and resourceful.
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  Mrs. Granger's storeroom. She has 500-600 quarts of canned food. "You never know what may happen." Yamhill farms. (FSA - Farm Security Administration). Yamhill County, Williamette Valley, Oregon
  
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Tuesday, 10-Mar-2026 01:35:09 JST Dorothea Lange

Each farmer brings his own wagon and team for the day's work. Note ensilage cutter cooperatively owned by eight farmers in use. Near West Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon
#WestCarlton #YamhillCounty #Oregon #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773485/
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1. The image depicts a historical scene of rural farming life. A group of horses is harnessed to a series of wagons loaded with what appears to be harvested crops, possibly hay or grass for silage. The setting includes several farm buildings such as barns and sheds made from wood planks, suggesting this activity takes place on a farmstead. Two individuals wearing hats are visible; one seems to be guiding the horses while the other stands nearby overseeing the operation. The monochromatic tone of the photograph indicates it was likely taken during an era when color photography was not prevalent or used extensively for such practical tasks. The grainy texture and black-and-white tones lend a sense of authenticity, capturing a moment in agricultural history.
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  Each farmer brings his own wagon and team for the day's work. Note ensilage cutter cooperatively owned by eight farmers in use. Near West Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon
  
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Friday, 20-Feb-2026 17:56:30 JST Dorothea Lange

Hop picker with her children goes from paymaster's window to company-owned store adjoining. She had earned forty two cents that morning, spent it for one pound bologna sausage, one package "Sensation" cigarettes, one "mother's cake." Oregon, Josephine County, near Grants Pass. See general caption number 45
#Sensation #Oregon #JosephineCounty #GrantsPass #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
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1. The image depicts a black and white scene of three individuals, presumably in an outdoor setting. In the center stands a person wearing jeans and a sleeveless top, with their hands resting on a counter or shelf containing various items such as bread loaves labeled "BREAD 1 OZ. HUT LOAF," hamburgers priced at "$0.50," and other food products. To the right of this central figure are two children; one is reaching up towards an item, while the other child appears to be in motion or playfully moving away from their stance. The ground beneath them shows scattered debris, possibly small pieces of litter or discarded items. The backdrop includes a wooden structure with additional signage and what seems like a window or opening for service. Various objects can also be seen through this opening, potentially indicating an adjacent room or area within the establishment.
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  Hop picker with her children goes from paymaster's window to company-owned store adjoining. She had earned forty two cents that morning, spent it for one pound bologna sausage, one package "Sensation" cigarettes, one "mother's cake." Oregon, Josephine County, near Grants Pass. See general caption number 45
  
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Friday, 20-Feb-2026 16:34:01 JST Dorothea Lange

Oregon. Josephine County, near Grants Pass. Deputy sheriff, stationed at paymaster's window on large Williamette hop ranch. Owner employs between 500 and 600 hop pickers for three weeks each year. He says, "We have (meaning deputy) to kinda keep them scared as much as anything"
#Oregon #JosephineCounty #GrantsPass #Williamette #PeggyBall #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
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1. The image is a black and white photograph featuring an older man with glasses, wearing a dark hat, shirt, and badge. He stands in front of what appears to be a wooden structure or booth labeled "You're Invited." The sign also mentions "Peggy Ball" along with other details that are not fully legible due to the angle and focus. The backdrop includes a partially visible window frame on which some writing is present, possibly graffiti. To his right side, there appears to be stacked bundles of what could be newspapers or documents. There's a handwritten mark in white chalk-like text at the bottom corner saying "YOR82-E," suggesting this might be an archival photograph with cataloging notes. The overall setting seems rural and historical, indicative of past times possibly linked to agricultural labor management during hop picking seasons as referenced by the provided caption mentioning Josephine County near Grants Pass.
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  Oregon. Josephine County, near Grants Pass. Deputy sheriff, stationed at paymaster's window on large Williamette hop ranch. Owner employs between 500 and 600 hop pickers for three weeks each year. He says, "We have (meaning deputy) to kinda keep them scared as much as anything"
  
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Friday, 20-Feb-2026 10:33:01 JST Dorothea Lange

Oregon. Polk County, near Independence. Migratory hop pickers, man and wife, work together. General caption number 45-1
#Oregon #PolkCounty #Independence #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
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1. This black-and-white photograph depicts two individuals, likely a man and woman given their clothing style, working together in what appears to be an outdoor setting surrounded by plants. The person on the left is wearing rolled-up trousers with pockets, a jacket, and seems focused intently downwards at something not clearly visible within his vicinity. The individual on the right is bending over, reaching into or picking up items from a large cylindrical container that looks like it could hold hops, given its context in Oregon. This person wears a loose-fitting blouse covering their head and body down to their knees with rolled-up sleeves revealing lighter-colored gloves underneath. Both individuals are standing amidst foliage which suggests they might be involved in agricultural work. The presence of hop plants indicates this scene is likely related to the harvest or processing of hops, an important crop known for its use as a flavoring agent in beer brewing. The timestamp at the top reads "3-08d05," perhaps denoting a date or reference code associated with this image within a larger collection. Additional information about this specific photograph can be found by referencing General Caption number 45-1, which is linked to an Oregon archive from Polk County near Independence. The context and location suggest that these individuals could be migratory hop pickers engag [...]
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  Oregon. Polk County, near Independence. Migratory hop pickers, man and wife, work together. General caption number 45-1
  
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Dorothea Lange (dorothealange@mastodon.ozioso.online)'s status on Friday, 20-Feb-2026 06:55:18 JST Dorothea Lange

Oregon. Josephine County, near Grants Pass. On road off main highway, leading to Roque River. Hop farms picker: "But they don't say what they pay." General caption number 45-111
#Oregon #JosephineCounty #GrantsPass #RoqueRiver #HopPickersWanted #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
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1. A black and white photograph of a sign on a tree with the words "Fort Vannoy Hop Yards." Below, it says "Hop Pickers Wanted" in bold letters. Under that is another line saying "Starts Aug 18". At the bottom of the image there's additional text which reads: Good Camp Grounds on Rogue River Fort Van Noy Hop Yards Grants Pass But they don't say what they pay." It shows a wooded area with fern plants and trees in the background.
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  Oregon. Josephine County, near Grants Pass. On road off main highway, leading to Roque River. Hop farms picker: "But they don't say what they pay." General caption number 45-111
  
  from Lange, Dorothea
  
  1 negative : nitrate ; 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 inches or smaller.

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Dorothea Lange, a rebellious visionary, fearlessly captured the untold stories of everyday people. Through her lens, she immortalized the raw beauty and resilience of humanity. Her photographs are portals to a bygone era, whispering tales of struggle and hope. Lange's legacy inspires us to see the world through empathy and truth.

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