Dust bowl refugee from Chickasaw, Oklahoma. Imperial Valley, California. "Black Sunday, 1934, that was the awfullest dust we ever did see"
#Chickasaw #Oklahoma #ImperialValley #California #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
![The image is a black and white photograph of an elderly woman seated on the edge of what appears to be a wooden platform. She wears a knitted sweater with stripes in shades of gray, beige, and cream. The texture suggests it may have been worn for some time or possibly patched due to wear.
She has pale skin, visible wrinkles around her eyes and mouth indicating age, and is looking directly at the camera with an expression that could be interpreted as contemplative or weary. Her hair is thinning on top of her head but remains combed back neatly from it appears she is balding in some areas.
The woman's right arm rests casually on a wooden surface while her left hand holds what seems to be a small object, perhaps a piece of bread. A tin can sits near the edge beside her, empty and tilted slightly towards herself as if she has just set it down.
Behind her is an open tent or shelter with fabric walls that appear tattered in places due to wear or possibly wind exposure. The interior reveals another individual partially visible under the cover, resting on a makeshift bed composed of what looks like burlap sacks filled with straw or similar material. This setting suggests a temporary living situation.
The shadow cast by her and part of the tent indicates bright sunlight illuminating this scene from one side, casting defined shadows to the opposite direction.
Additional text overlaid at the top left corner reads "5H 1934" whi [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/362/257/862/753/116/original/ffd699e7b0177d67.jpeg "The image is a black and white photograph of an elderly woman seated on the edge of what appears to be a wooden platform. She wears a knitted sweater with stripes in shades of gray, beige, and cream. The texture suggests it may have been worn for some time or possibly patched due to wear.
She has pale skin, visible wrinkles around her eyes and mouth indicating age, and is looking directly at the camera with an expression that could be interpreted as contemplative or weary. Her hair is thinning on top of her head but remains combed back neatly from it appears she is balding in some areas.
The woman's right arm rests casually on a wooden surface while her left hand holds what seems to be a small object, perhaps a piece of bread. A tin can sits near the edge beside her, empty and tilted slightly towards herself as if she has just set it down.
Behind her is an open tent or shelter with fabric walls that appear tattered in places due to wear or possibly wind exposure. The interior reveals another individual partially visible under the cover, resting on a makeshift bed composed of what looks like burlap sacks filled with straw or similar material. This setting suggests a temporary living situation.
The shadow cast by her and part of the tent indicates bright sunlight illuminating this scene from one side, casting defined shadows to the opposite direction.
Additional text overlaid at the top left corner reads \"5H 1934\" whi [...]")
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Main street storefront, Chickasaw, Oklahoma. This is a region from which hundreds of farm families have fled to the west
#Chickasaw #Oklahoma #America #MooresUsedClothing #American #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
First tribally-owned resort OKANA celebrates grand opening | KOSU
https://www.kosu.org/local-news/2025-02-21/first-ever-tribally-owned-resort-okana-celebrates-grand-opening
First tribally-owned resort OKANA celebrates grand opening
#Indigenous #Chickasaw #Oklahoma #KOSU #WaterPark #OKC #OklahomaCity
https://www.kosu.org/local-news/2025-02-21/first-ever-tribally-owned-resort-okana-celebrates-grand-opening
Texans and Oklahomans, drought stricken ex-farmers, are fast supplanting Mexican labor in the California harvests. Oklahoman from Chickasaw in potato pickers' camp. Kern County, California
#Texans #Oklahomans #Mexican #California #Oklahoman #Chickasaw #KernCounty #Oklahoma #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
![The image is a black and white photograph featuring an older man with a mustache, wearing overalls and work boots. He appears to be sitting on the back of a vintage car or truck that has large spoked wheels typical of early 20th-century automobiles. The vehicle's bodywork shows signs of wear and rust, suggesting it may have been in use for many years.
The man is holding onto one of the front tires with his left hand, while using a tool, possibly an oil can or wrench, in his right hand to work on the tire. His posture suggests he might be taking a break from performing maintenance or repairs on the vehicle.
In the background, another person's arm and part of their body are visible, implying that there is someone else present out of frame. The setting appears to be an outdoor area with clear skies above; however, no specific location details can be discerned due to limited context in the image.
The photograph carries a sense of historical significance as it captures a moment from rural life during difficult economic times. According to the provided information, this photo is associated with Texans and Oklahomans who migrated westward for work opportunities amid drought conditions at that time. This particular individual hails from Chickasaw in Oklahoma and was part of potato pickers' camps in Kern County, California.
The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how migration patterns can impact various aspects of so [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/113/783/707/433/279/988/original/da779c9e8d8166f1.jpeg "The image is a black and white photograph featuring an older man with a mustache, wearing overalls and work boots. He appears to be sitting on the back of a vintage car or truck that has large spoked wheels typical of early 20th-century automobiles. The vehicle's bodywork shows signs of wear and rust, suggesting it may have been in use for many years.
The man is holding onto one of the front tires with his left hand, while using a tool, possibly an oil can or wrench, in his right hand to work on the tire. His posture suggests he might be taking a break from performing maintenance or repairs on the vehicle.
In the background, another person's arm and part of their body are visible, implying that there is someone else present out of frame. The setting appears to be an outdoor area with clear skies above; however, no specific location details can be discerned due to limited context in the image.
The photograph carries a sense of historical significance as it captures a moment from rural life during difficult economic times. According to the provided information, this photo is associated with Texans and Oklahomans who migrated westward for work opportunities amid drought conditions at that time. This particular individual hails from Chickasaw in Oklahoma and was part of potato pickers' camps in Kern County, California.
The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how migration patterns can impact various aspects of so [...]")
Drought refugees from Chickasaw, Oklahoma. Three families traveling together. They can't travel because of lack of money for trailer license. Near Santa Maria, California
#Chickasaw #Oklahoma #SantaMaria #California #DorotheaLanges #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
Southern California desert. Migrant from Chickasaw, Oklahoma, stalled on the desert in southern California with no money. He and his ten children are facing future in California
Southern California desert. Migrant from Chickasaw, Oklahoma, stalled on the desert in southern California with no money. He and his ten children are facing future in California
How #NativeNations Reclaimed #Oklahoma
guest: #RebeccaNagle, author of #ByTheFireWeCarry: The Generations-Long Fight for Justice on #NativeLand
https://kpfa.org/player/?audio=435646
#Indigenous #NativeAmericans #NativeAmericanHistory #FirstNations #Landback #ColonialViolence #ForcedRemovals #IndianRemovalAct #UShistory #McGirtVsOklahoma #Cherokee #Choctaw #Seminole #Chickasaw #Muscogee #FiveTribes #TrailOfTears #books
Mississippi returns Indigenous remains, artifacts to Chickasaw Nation | KOSU
https://www.kosu.org/race-culture/2024-08-13/mississippi-returns-indigenous-remains-artifacts-to-chickasaws
KOSU · Mississippi returns Indigenous remains, artifacts to Chickasaw NationThe Mississippi Department of Archives and History has returned 95 human remains and 1,500 funerary objects to the Chickasaw Nation as part of a federal law requiring repatriation of Indigenous remains and burial items.
Four Oklahoma tribal nations to reduce risks with new cybersecurity grant program | KOSU
https://www.kosu.org/technology/2024-07-09/4-oklahoma-tribal-nations-to-reduce-risks-with-new-cybersecurity-grant-program
KOSU · 4 Oklahoma tribal nations to reduce risks with new cybersecurity grant program
Chickasaw Nation launches $6 million recovery campaign for southern Oklahoma towns | KOSU
https://www.kosu.org/local-news/2024-06-24/chickasaw-nation-launches-6-million-recovery-campaign-for-marietta-and-sulphur
KOSU · Chickasaw Nation launches $6 million recovery campaign for Marietta and Sulphur
Details of 'crazy corner' redesign and funding shared
https://www.kten.com/story/50824932/adas-crazy-corner-fix-is-funded
www.kten.comDetails of 'crazy corner' redesign and funding sharedThe city is partnering with the Chickasaw Nation and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation to realign a dangerous intersection.
Oklahoma Tribal leaders advocate for new FCC code to aid in MMIP crisis | KGOU
https://www.kgou.org/indigenous-news/2024-05-06/oklahoma-tribal-leaders-advocate-for-new-fcc-code-to-aid-in-mmip-crisis
KGOU · Oklahoma Tribal leaders advocate for new FCC code to aid in MMIP crisis
Chickasaw leaders, Lankford discuss next steps with FEMA officials following deadly Oklahoma tornadoes | KOSU
https://www.kosu.org/news/2024-05-01/chickasaw-leaders-lankford-discuss-next-steps-with-fema-officials-following-deadly-oklahoma-tornadoes
KOSU · Chickasaw leaders, Lankford discuss next steps with FEMA officials following deadly Oklahoma tornadoes