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Country filling station... by tobacco farmer... Granville County, North Carolina, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Country filling station... by tobacco farmer... Granville County, North Carolina, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Country filling station owned and operated by tobacco farmer. Such small independent stations have become meeting places and loafing spots for neighborhood farmers in their off times. Granville County, North Carolina
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This photograph, titled "Country filling station. . . by tobacco farmer. . . Granville County, North Carolina, 1939" captures the essence of rural America during the Great Depression. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, this image showcases a small independent gas station owned and operated by a tobacco farmer. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see more than just a place to refuel. This humble filling station has become a meeting spot and gathering place for neighborhood farmers during their off times. The worn-out wooden benches outside serve as seats for locals to rest their weary bodies while engaging in conversations that range from farming techniques to local gossip. The presence of a Coca-Cola advertisement on one of the doors adds an interesting touch to the scene. It symbolizes not only American consumerism but also serves as a reminder that even amidst economic hardship, people sought solace in simple pleasures like enjoying an ice-cold drink on hot summer days. Dorothea Lange's masterful composition transports us back to an era when hard work was paramount for survival. Through her lens, she captures the resilience and resourcefulness of individuals who found ways to sustain themselves despite challenging circumstances. This photograph is part of Lange's extensive body of work commissioned by government agencies such as Farm Security Administration (FSA) and Office of War Information (OWI). It stands as both documentation and artistry—a testament to our shared history and heritage.
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