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NEBRASKA: SETTLERS, 1886.
Homesteader Reverend Todd and family in front of their sod house near West Union, Custer County, Nebraska. Photograph by Solomon D. Butcher, 1886
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1886 Butcher Carriage Custer County Donkey Family Frontier Great Plains Homestead Homesteader Nebraska Pioneer Prairie Reverend Roof Rural Settler Solomon Westward Expansion
NEBRASKA - SETTLERS, 1886. A Glimpse into the Life of Homesteader Reverend Todd and Family
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. Step back in time with this print from 1886, showcasing the resilience and determination of homesteaders on the American frontier. In front of their modest sod house near West Union, Custer County, Nebraska, stands Reverend Todd and his family - a true testament to the spirit of pioneering. The image captured by Solomon D. Butcher transports us to an era marked by westward expansion and great plains stretching as far as the eye can see. The Todds' humble abode is a symbol of their hard work and perseverance in carving out a new life amidst vast prairies. As we observe this portrait frozen in time, we witness men clad in rugged attire alongside women dressed in traditional pioneer clothing. The presence of horses tethered nearby hints at their indispensable role in traversing these untamed lands. The reverend's carriage parked outside serves as a reminder that even amidst challenging circumstances, faith played an integral part in shaping communities during this period. And let's not forget about the donkey patiently standing beside them – perhaps another companion on their journey towards progress. This remarkable photograph offers us a glimpse into history; it encapsulates both the hardships faced by settlers during those late 19th-century years while also celebrating their unwavering spirit to build something meaningful for future generations.
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