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Claiborne County, Tennessee, 1940s...CaptionPhotograph of children standing in front of the fireplace in old Dr. Ford's ...
10/18/2024

Claiborne County, Tennessee, 1940s...
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Photograph of children standing in front of the fireplace in old Dr. Ford's house. In the image, the children are of various ages, one of the older boys is holding a guitar. The walls are lined with newspapers.
Photo: Joe Clark HBSS - Clark Family Photo Collection - Special Collections Library - University of North Texas.

Claiborne County, Tennessee, 1940s...CaptionPhotograph of a young boy riding a mule to a mill. In the image, the unident...
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Claiborne County, Tennessee, 1940s...
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Photograph of a young boy riding a mule to a mill. In the image, the unidentified boy is looking at the camera as the mule walks along a gravel path. A small rock wall is close to the camera, on the other side of the gravel is a wood fence and beyond that are trees and fields.
Photo: Joe Clark HBSS - Clark Family Photo Collection - Special Collections Library - University of North Texas

2 women in shorts and a whistling bystander in Fort Worth, Texas, 1952.
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2 women in shorts and a whistling bystander in Fort Worth, Texas, 1952.

A medium format negative of the children and home of migratory cotton workers at a camp in the southern San Joaquin Vall...
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A medium format negative of the children and home of migratory cotton workers at a camp in the southern San Joaquin Valley, California, was taken by Dorothea Lange in November 1936 for the Farm Security Ad

A Wehrmacht messenger sprints through a muddy trench while under fire en route to delivering his message spring Eastern ...
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A Wehrmacht messenger sprints through a muddy trench while under fire en route to delivering his message spring Eastern Front 1943 Messengers or more commonly .

In the northern part of South Vietnam an aerial image shows a large peace sign--apparently gouged out of the countryside...
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In the northern part of South Vietnam an aerial image shows a large peace sign--apparently gouged out of the countryside with a bulldozer--near Camp Eagle, headquarters of the 101st Airborne Division. May 8, 1971

James Stewart related that midway through filming of "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance" (1962), John Wayne asked him why...
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James Stewart related that midway through filming of "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance" (1962), John Wayne asked him why he never seemed to be the target of director John Ford's venomous remarks. Other cast and crew also noticed Stewart's apparent immunity from Ford's abuse. Then, toward the end of filming, Ford asked Stewart what he thought of Woody Strode's costume for the film's beginning and end, when the actors were playing their parts 25 years older. Stewart replied, "It looks a bit Uncle Remussy to me." Ford responded, "What's wrong with Uncle Remus?" He called for the crew's attention and announced, "One of our players doesn't like Woody's costume. Now, I don't know if Mr. Stewart has a prejudice against Negroes, but I just wanted you all to know about it." Stewart said he "wanted to crawl into a mouse hole," but Wayne told him, "Well, welcome to the club. I'm glad you made it."
There are varying opinions about why the film was shot in black and white in the studio instead of location filming in color. Some accounts have it that Ford was forced to curtail his usual production methods because Paramount would not give him the financing he needed to shoot in one of his favourite locales, such as Monument Valley. Others, particularly critics and film analysts looking back to reclaim the film as one of Ford's major achievements, say the decision was entirely Ford's, a choice that zeroed in on a more intimate and intense character study. Most observers agree that black and white also helped ease the suspension of disbelief necessary to accept Stewart and Wayne playing characters 30 years younger than their actual age (Wayne was 54 when the movie was filmed in the autumn of 1961 and Stewart was 53) and Stewart in his make-up for the character late in life. (IMDb)
Happy Birthday, James Stewart!

Subway Construction by Bryant Park...42nd Street Looking towards 5th Avenue in Manhattan in 1922.
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Subway Construction by Bryant Park...42nd Street Looking towards 5th Avenue in Manhattan in 1922.

Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole (1946)
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Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole (1946)

The Cat & Fiddle in Hinton Admiral, a 400 year old thatched cottage amongst the oldest pubs in England, pictured then an...
10/18/2024

The Cat & Fiddle in Hinton Admiral, a 400 year old thatched cottage amongst the oldest pubs in England, pictured then and now.
It served as a meeting place for smugglers and highwaymen in the 19th century.

Landscape picture of oil derricks atop Spindletop Hill which was the site of Texas's first oil gusher January 10, 1901.T...
10/17/2024

Landscape picture of oil derricks atop Spindletop Hill which was the site of Texas's first oil gusher January 10, 1901.
The first oil geyer at the Spindletop oilfield south of Beaumont produced about 100,000 barrels of oil per day, sparking Texas' first major boom-bust cycle at the turn of the century.
Beaumont's population exploded from 10,000 to 50,000. Wells bought for $10,000 in 1901 sold for $1.25 million within the year. About $235 million in investments poured into the oilfield, leading to overproduction.
(Photo by the Texas Energy Museum/Newsmakers)

Photo: A boy (Burl Morrison) and his dog pose in front of their sod house. Custer County, Nebraska c.1889 (Photographer:...
10/17/2024

Photo: A boy (Burl Morrison) and his dog pose in front of their sod house. Custer County, Nebraska c.1889 (Photographer: Solomon D. Butcher.)
Solomon D. Butcher. was a traveling photographer with a deep affection for the heartland of central Nebraska. He spent most of his days chronicling the story of white settlers in the region. In 1886, he embraced the Homestead Act as a settler, embarking on a documentary mission that resulted in a remarkable collection of over 3,000 surviving negatives, more than 1,000 of which featured the simple dwellings known as sod houses.
Butcher carefully saved his teaching salary and borrowed additional funds to establish his first photography studio in Custer County. The studio was a modest structure, measuring 18 by 28 feet, constructed from lath and adobe. Its floor was nothing more than dirt, and its windows were covered with cotton sheeting, a practical choice in place of glass. Butcher repurposed an old cloth wagon cover with its share of imperfections as a backdrop for his photographs. His resourceful wife, Lillie, diligently patched the cloth to conceal these blemishes. Butcher employed a clever technique by suspending the backdrop from two ceiling-mounted coil springs. This setup allowed the backdrop to gently oscillate when plucked just before taking a photograph, introducing a subtle blur to the background that effectively obscured the patched areas.
Butcher soon realized that photography alone could not fully meet his financial needs. To supplement his income, he opened a post office in his studio, "Jefferson," as a tribute to his father. Unfortunately, the post office proved less profitable, with most earnings coming from stamp cancellations, amounting to a modest sum of 68 cents during the initial three months. To make ends meet, Butcher also worked on his father's farm, earning meager daily wages ranging from 50 to 75 cents.
Despite his various endeavors, Butcher faced considerable challenges in achieving financial success as a farmer, photographer, or in subsequent ventures. Upon his passing, he carried a sense of personal failure. Little did he know, however, that his extensive archive of photographs chronicling the pioneering era of Nebraska's history would eventually be recognized as an invaluable resource for studying that remarkable period. These captivating images have made their way into numerous historical texts and renowned works, leading to Butcher's body of work being esteemed as "the most important chronicle of the saga of homesteading in America."

Few people know that before he was famous, the late Johnny Cash tried a chip full of salsa served backstage in Possumnec...
10/17/2024

Few people know that before he was famous, the late Johnny Cash tried a chip full of salsa served backstage in Possumneck, Mississippi that changed his life. It was spicy and tangy and smoky and so good that he just couldn't get it off of his mind. Unfortunately, there was no jar, no label.
Now, there have been rumors that Johnny had kind of an addictive personality. He would sometimes disappear for days on end. People attributed it to drugs or alcohol. The truth is that he would roam the country searching for the special hot sauce of his dreams. He heard rumors and whispers of the deadly condiment and followed them to countless dead ends. He stopped at every Tex Mex restaurant, truck stop, and Mexican grocery in the South without finding what he sought.
One day he heard tell of an old woman, a witch down in the Mayan peninsula in Mexico whom it was said, made the best salsa in the world! He cancelled his next five gigs and headed south. He rode donkeys, Jeeps and horse drawn wagons. He traversed deserts, mountains and jungles before finally reaching the fabled village where the old bruja lived.
He found and entered the old woman's hut. As luck would have it, she was one of his first big fans, having caught one of his shows at that Holiday Inn in Possumneck, Mississippi while attending a Salsa Aficionado convention where one of her jars of salsa mysteriously disappeared and somehow made its way to a bowl backstage. She consented to sharing her secret recipe with him only after he agreed to write a song for her.
She shared the special Tomatillos grown in Mayan soil. She gave him the seeds from a rare Mexican pepper and showed him the special pan with a rounded bottom, similar to those used in the Far East that she would use to simmer "la lima" or "lime," the source of the salsa's tanginess. He asked her if he could just use his regular flat-bottomed pan but she insisted that he must use the round-bottomed pan.
From this came the inspiration for the lyrics: "Because you're Mayan, I'll wok the lime!"

Leonardo Da Vinci And Mona Lisa 1504. Photographed by Keith Richards
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Leonardo Da Vinci And Mona Lisa 1504. Photographed by Keith Richards

What Chicago looked like 129 years ago.
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What Chicago looked like 129 years ago.

Newcastle Castle, located in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, has a rich and storied history that spans from its origins in the ...
10/17/2024

Newcastle Castle, located in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, has a rich and storied history that spans from its origins in the medieval period to the present day. In 1895, the castle stood as a venerable historical monument, its medieval architecture reflecting the grandeur of its past. The castle, originally built in the 12th century, was a significant fortification in the medieval defense network, playing a crucial role in the defense and administration of the region.
By 1895, the castle had long ceased its military functions and had become a historical landmark, attracting interest from historians and tourists alike. The restoration and preservation efforts during the 19th century were aimed at maintaining its structural integrity and historical significance, ensuring that future generations could appreciate its medieval heritage.
In the years following, Newcastle Castle continued to evolve. By 2022, it stands as a well-preserved historical site, having undergone numerous conservation projects to maintain its historical and architectural integrity. The castle today serves as a prominent cultural and tourist attraction, offering visitors insights into its medieval past and its role in the history of Newcastle and the wider region.
The castle's transformation from a military stronghold to a historical monument exemplifies its enduring significance and the ongoing efforts to preserve and celebrate historical heritage. Newcastle Castle remains a symbol of the city's rich history and a testament to its medieval legacy.

Norway, 1880s...People and animals stand in the yard of the home lived in by Betsy Larson before she moved to the United...
10/17/2024

Norway, 1880s...
People and animals stand in the yard of the home lived in by Betsy Larson before she moved to the United States and married Peter Jorgenson. Trees and hills surround the farm known as Sjong very closely.
Betsy Jorgenson was born Birgit Larson in 1874 in Norway. She immigrated to the United States in 1890, and married Peter Jorgenson in 1894. She had seven children with Peter: Gunda, Oscar, Laura, George, Emma, Carl, and Palmer.
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State Historical Society of North Dakota

Part of Niagara Falls with the water 'turned off' in 1969. This was done to find a way to remove the boulders that had p...
10/17/2024

Part of Niagara Falls with the water 'turned off' in 1969. This was done to find a way to remove the boulders that had piled up at its base, cutting the height of the falls in half.

Crosby Stills Nash & Young,1970.
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Crosby Stills Nash & Young,1970.

The last American slave ship docked illegally in Mobile, Alabama in 1860, carrying about 160 West African captives. Amon...
10/17/2024

The last American slave ship docked illegally in Mobile, Alabama in 1860, carrying about 160 West African captives. Among them was Cudjo Lewis, who recognized how his birth culture might be erased while toiling in this new land.
So when he was freed, he purchased two acres and started a self-sufficient community of survivors of the last slave ship. Known to outsiders as Africatown, Lewis' neighborhood was modeled on his West African home, where extended families lived together, members conversed in their regional languages, and partook in traditions that might otherwise be lost to them in America. Today, Africatown still exists and houses the descendants of the nation's last slave ship community.
Learn more about Cudjo Lewis and his journey to founding an African legacy in America

n 1952, a chimney sweep in Sweden carried out a trade steeped in tradition and necessity. Clad in characteristic attire,...
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n 1952, a chimney sweep in Sweden carried out a trade steeped in tradition and necessity. Clad in characteristic attire, including a flat cap and soot-covered clothing, the chimney sweep made their rounds, ensuring the safety and efficiency of household chimneys. This occupation, once common across Europe, involved cleaning soot and creosote buildup to prevent chimney fires and ensure proper ventilation.
The 1950s were a time of transition, as modern heating systems began to replace traditional fireplaces and wood stoves. Despite this shift, chimney sweeps remained essential in many homes, particularly in rural areas where older heating methods were still in use. The sight of a chimney sweep, often considered a symbol of good luck, evokes a sense of nostalgia for a profession that was vital to household safety and warmth.
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YES ~ A black man invented the first ever self-propelled street sweeper truck!Charles B. Brooks (1865–1908) was an Ameri...
10/17/2024

YES ~ A black man invented the first ever self-propelled street sweeper truck!
Charles B. Brooks (1865–1908) was an American inventor. Born in Virginia in 1865, by the 1890s he was a resident of Newark, New Jersey. Besides inventing, Brooks was a porter for the Pullman Palace Car Company. Unlike other sweepers at that time (1890s), Brooks' sweeper was the first self-propelled street sweeping truck.
Charles B. Brooks devised a machine that had a series of broom-like brushes that pushed trash and debris to the side of the road. His invention was met with resentment because his invention would put an end to jobs for those who cleared away trash for a living.
Charles B. Brooks was the extraordinaire inventor of the “street sweeper.” During Brooks time, it was common for the trash on the streets to be cleaned by walkers or those hired to keep the walkways and sidewalks clean with nothing more than a broom. For many, it was a good paying job. Brooks patent was approved on March 17th, 1896; his application for the patent was filed on April 20, 1895. The street sweeper was best described as “a truck frame mounted on the axles which are supported by front and rear wheels.
There are drive-wheels for the sweeping, elevator mechanisms, and an endless chain that travels around a sprocket-wheel and travels up to an additional sprocket-wheel. There is a squared shaft, which is mounted at opposite ends in bearings in the upper parts of a pair of vertical standards consisting of the back or rear parts of the truck-frame and then sustained by braces, which extend from the standards to the truck-frame.”
Over the years as cities grew larger, so did the need for the street sweeper. Workers admitted to the city’s need for such a machine and the Street Sweeper became indispensable.

Ethel Bailey Furman(1893–1976)Ethel Bailey Furman was one of the earliest African American women to work as an architect...
10/17/2024

Ethel Bailey Furman
(1893–1976)
Ethel Bailey Furman was one of the earliest African American women to work as an architect in Virginia.
The daughter of a Richmond building contractor, Ethel Madison Bailey Carter Furman (July 6, 1893–February 24, 1976) studied architecture privately in New York City. Returning to Richmond with her family in 1921, she began designing houses for local residents. She worked in partnership with her father, while also raising three children and holding a variety of other jobs to supplement her family's income.
Furman surmounted the discrimination she faced as a black woman, often by submitting her building plans to local administrators through the male contractors with whom she worked. Late in the 1920s she was the only woman who attended the Hampton Institute's annual Builders' Conference. She continued her training in the 1940s with coursework in architectural drafting at the Chicago Technical College. Throughout her long career, Furman designed an estimated two hundred residences and churches in central Virginia as well as two churches built in Liberia. Her 1962 design for the educational wing of Richmond's Fourth Baptist Church was recognized on the National Register of Historic Places as part of the Church Hill North Historic District extension in 2000.
A leader in her community, Furman was recognized for her extensive civic work by the Richmond Afro-American in 1958. A Church Hill park was named in her honor in 1985

2 sisters, Florence and Susie, arrested for moonshining during the Prohibition, 1921.
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2 sisters, Florence and Susie, arrested for moonshining during the Prohibition, 1921.

In the summer of 1947, a serendipitous moment occurred at a Memphis, Tennessee drugstore that would later become a cheri...
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In the summer of 1947, a serendipitous moment occurred at a Memphis, Tennessee drugstore that would later become a cherished piece of rock and roll history. A woman, intending to develop a roll of film, realized she had one last exposure left. Seeking to make the most of it, she spotted a young boy outside the store and asked him to pose with his bicycle. That boy was none other than a 12-year-old Elvis Presley, long before he would rise to fame as the King of Rock and Roll.
The photograph likely captures Elvis in a candid, youthful moment, perhaps dressed in the typical attire of a 1940s Southern boy—shorts or trousers with suspenders, and a simple shirt. His bicycle, a common mode of transportation for children of that era, would be prominently featured, symbolizing the innocence and simplicity of his early years.
The backdrop of the image would include the drugstore, a staple of American communities during that time, serving as a social hub where people gathered for sodas, prescriptions, and everyday needs. This setting, coupled with the unassuming nature of young Elvis, would provide a stark contrast to the glitz and glamour that would later define his career.
This chance photograph offers a rare glimpse into the ordinary childhood of one of the most iconic figures in music history. It reminds us that even legends have humble beginnings and that extraordinary futures can be rooted in the most ordinary of moments. The woman, unknowingly, captured a piece of history that summer day, preserving the image of Elvis Presley before his voice and charisma would captivate the world.

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