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Office and company store, Malone, Grays Harbor County, Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Office and company store, Malone, Grays Harbor County, Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Office and company store, which shut down when mill closed in 1938. Western Washington, Grays Harbor County, Malone, Washington
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This photograph, taken by the renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, showcases the office and company store of Malone in Grays Harbor County, Washington. The image captures a moment frozen in time, depicting a building that had been forced to shut down due to the closure of the local mill in 1938. Lange's lens transports us back to an era marked by economic hardship and social struggle - the Great Depression. Through her powerful composition, she conveys both the physical isolation of this rural community and its deep connection to America's larger narrative during this tumultuous period. The worn-out shingle exterior of the building stands as a testament to resilience amidst adversity. A weathered sign hangs above its entrance, once proudly advertising merchandise now out of reach for many struggling families. This poignant scene serves as a reminder of how economic downturns can devastate even remote corners of our country. As we gaze upon this still image from history, we are reminded not only of Lange's exceptional talent but also her commitment to documenting human experiences during times of crisis. Her work with organizations like Farm Security Administration (FSA) and Office of War Information (OWI) has left an indelible mark on American photography. Through this photograph, Lange invites us into a world where poverty looms large but hope persists. It is through capturing such moments that she immortalizes not just buildings or landscapes but also stories that resonate across generations - stories that remind us never to forget those who have endured hardships before us.
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