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Road sign near Perry, Georgia, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Road sign near Perry, Georgia, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Road sign near Perry, Georgia. ['Ladies & Gents Laboratories at (painted out) Stations - Perry, GA. A. (obstructed)...lackwell (painted out)']
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This photograph, captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936, depicts a faded and weathered road sign near Perry, Georgia. The sign, which has seen better days, once advertised "Ladies & Gents Laboratories at (painted out) Stations - Perry, GA. A. (obstructed)...lackwell (painted out)". The lettering on the sign, though faded, still conveys a sense of the economic activity that once thrived in this rural community during the 1930s. The Great Depression had hit the United States hard, and the sign serves as a reminder of the economic struggles faced by many Americans during this time. The Farm Security Administration (FSA), an agency of the United States government, commissioned Dorothea Lange to document the effects of the Depression on rural communities. This photograph is part of her extensive body of work for the FSA, which includes thousands of images that capture the spirit and resilience of the American people during a difficult period in the country's history. The sign's text, though partially obscured, speaks to the importance of local businesses and the role they played in providing essential services to their communities. The fact that the sign has been painted over suggests that the laboratories it once advertised may no longer be in operation, a reflection of the economic hardships faced by small businesses during the Depression. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, a time when the country was grappling with economic uncertainty and the challenges of the Great Depression. Dorothea Lange's image captures the essence of this moment in history, offering a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the strength and resilience of the American people.
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