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SERVICE STATION, 1939. Road signs at a service station on U. S. Highway 99 in Josephine County
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SERVICE STATION, 1939. Road signs at a service station on U. S. Highway 99 in Josephine County
SERVICE STATION, 1939.
Road signs at a service station on U.S. Highway 99 in Josephine County, Oregon. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, August 1939
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1939 August Choice Dorothea Gas Station Great Depression Highway 99 Josephine Lamppost Lange New Deal Northwest Oregon Powerline Roadside Rural Service Sign Station Summer Town
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This photograph, titled "SERVICE STATION, 1939" transports us back to a bygone era. Taken in August of that year by the renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, it captures the essence of rural America during the Great Depression. The scene unfolds at a service station located on U. S. Highway 99 in Josephine County, Oregon. The road signs proudly stand tall, guiding weary travelers along their journey through this Northwest town. A lamppost illuminates the surroundings as if offering solace to those passing by. Lange's lens beautifully captures the simplicity and charm of this early American gas station. The powerlines overhead remind us of progress and connectivity amidst challenging times. This snapshot serves as a testament to how infrastructure played an essential role in revitalizing communities during the New Deal era. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to that summer day in 1939 when life moved at a slower pace. It is a reminder of resilience and determination during difficult times—a symbol of hope for those who sought refuge from economic hardship. "SERVICE STATION, 1939" is not just a photograph; it is an encapsulation of history frozen in time—an invitation to reflect on our past while appreciating how far we have come since then.
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