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Near Calipatria. Five hundred pea pickers in field of large-scale Sinclair Ranch newly planted to peas. California

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The image depicts a rural scene with several individuals engaged in agricultural work, specifically picking peas. This activity is taking place on Sinclair Ranch, which has recently been planted with pea crops. The workers are seen carrying baskets and containers filled with the harvested produce along what appears to be a dirt path leading towards a collection truck. In addition to adult pickers, there's also at least one child visible in the scene, walking away from the group of workers. This indicates that family involvement is present within this agricultural labor force. The setting suggests an expansive field area with no significant trees or structures nearby. In the background, we can observe a flat landscape and possibly some distant hills. The image conveys a sense of community effort in agriculture, highlighting rural life during what appears to be mid-20th-century California, as indicated by its black-and-white composition which is typical for that era's photography. The presence of Sinclair Ranch suggests this may have been part of an organized agricultural operation or farm system.
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Tomato packing shed for packing and shipment north. Hazelhurst, Mississippi

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The image captures a black-and-white scene of what appears to be a historic packing shed used for the processing and shipment of goods, specifically tomatoes. A large truck is loaded with crates stacked on each other in an organized manner; some bear labels indicating brand names like "Camels" or product types such as oranges or peaches. Two individuals are present near the loading area: one sits atop a stack, donning a hat suggestive of outdoor work while handling boxes, and another stands by, possibly supervising or assisting with the task at hand. The structure in which these activities occur is characterized by its sturdy wooden beams supporting an overhanging roof that offers partial shelter. The ground beneath shows signs of wear typical for such industrial sites - dirt patches alongside scattered items hinting at a busy working environment. An additional layer to this image involves text overlays on the borders, with phrases like "ERG" and "BUY," which may have been part of original context or could be indicative of some form of advertisement. The overall composition speaks volumes about an era focused around manual labor in industrial settings, possibly during a time when such packing sheds were critical to agricultural commerce. This photograph is identified as being taken at Hazelhurst, Mississippi according to the provided link and reference on images.loener.nl which details this historical snapshot from Do [...]
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Many cabins of this type are found on the Mississippi Delta

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This black and white photograph depicts a dilapidated wooden cabin situated in an open field. The structure appears old, with visible signs of weathering such as broken or missing shingles on the sloped roof, exposed beams beneath the slanted sides, and a chimney stack that seems to be leaning slightly. There are two upright standing objects beside the house: one looks like a simple wooden post possibly for fencing support while the other is unclear but appears shorter. The field around the cabin is overgrown with grass or tall weeds, indicating neglect of the area surrounding this building. In the background, there's an open landscape that fades into a light sky without any significant features to distinguish its distance from the foreground. The photograph carries historical significance as suggested by what looks like handwritten alphanumeric codes at the bottom: "3-006P-A7," which might be related to archival categorization or filing. This style of cabin is often associated with rural America, particularly during periods where such constructions were common for homes in agricultural areas before modern building materials and techniques became widespread. The setting suggests isolation from urban centers and the passage of time has left its mark on this structure.
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Oil tank farm near Odessa, Texas

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The black and white photograph depicts a series of large cylindrical storage tanks in an open field. These appear to be industrial oil or chemical storage facilities, with each tank having a domed top for containment purposes. The foreground shows sparse vegetation on dry ground that suggests arid conditions typical of the American Southwest. Above, there is a partly cloudy sky indicating variable weather. There are no visible people; only the tanks dominate the scene, conveying an industrial landscape. A handwritten code at the bottom right corner reads 'D-85231 RR,' which could be indicative of cataloging or archival information from the photographer's archive. The image captures a moment in time with significant historical and environmental context given its association with oil storage facilities during a period possibly related to World War II, as suggested by the code format that resembles wartime documentation systems used for photographs taken across various regions including Texas where Odessa is located.
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