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Ponderosa: 1943
... tree frames this view of Moreno Valley in Colfax County, New Mexico. February 1943. View full size. 4x5 Kodachrome trans- parency: ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 08/03/2012 - 11:37am -

A dead but picturesque pine tree frames this view of Moreno Valley in Colfax County, New Mexico. February 1943. View full size. 4x5 Kodachrome trans- parency: John Collier, Farm Security Administration/Office of War Information. Near AngelfireI think this is looking down onto present-day Angelfire. Oops -- Eagle NestNear Eagle Nest, rather -- it's been too long. (The Gallery, Kodachromes, John Collier, Landscapes)
The Chalfonte: 1913
... as did the 46 star flags used prior to the admission of New Mexico and Arizona in January and February 2012, respectively. I may be ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 05/09/2013 - 10:23am -

Atlantic City circa 1913. "Chalfonte Hotel." Here we are back at the beach, but with nary a pig in sight. 8x10 glass negative, Detroit Publishing Co. View full size. Today, a parking lotSoon after the legalization of casino gambling in the late 1970's, the Chalfonte was torn down and its site became the parking lot for the Resorts International gambling casino. Nuckyis no doubt down at the surf line, kicking bottles away from the bathers with his two-tone, patent leather shoes. Unusual FlagI initially thought the flag on the building behind Richards Baths was an old one. It has offset rows of stars as did the 46 star flags used prior to the admission of New Mexico and Arizona in January and February 2012, respectively. I may be wrong, but on close examination it appears to have 48 stars in 6 offset rows of 8 stars each. I've never before seen a 48 star flag that didn't have the 6 rows of 8 stars arranged evenly, like they are on the flag near the beach. (The Gallery, Atlantic City, DPC, Swimming)
Questa: 1943
Spring 1943. The town of Questa in Taos County, New Mexico. View full size. 4x5 Kodachrome transparency by John Collier ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 08/30/2012 - 1:59pm -

Spring 1943. The town of Questa in Taos County, New Mexico. View full size. 4x5 Kodachrome transparency by John Collier, Farm Security Administration. Questa and CuestaThis from Wiki-world "The postmaster misspelled the name — according to Spanish spelling rules, it should have been spelled Cuesta, which was derived from the Spanish for "ridge" or "slope." Despite the error, the village has kept the name." The part of the world has pretty blue skies. I always liked it. (The Gallery, Kodachromes, John Collier, Landscapes, Rural America)
Smoke Signal: 1943
... Left-handed Much of the Santa Fe across Arizona and New Mexico was operated "left-handed". For those who are really interested in ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 07/10/2014 - 7:39pm -

March 1943. "Ash Fork, Arizona (vicinity). Passing an eastbound freight on the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad between Winslow and Seligman." Medium-format negative by Jack Delano, Office of War Information. View full size. Rules of the roadWhat are the rules for multiple tracks -- don't we operate on the right hand side as with vehicular traffic? If the "smoking" engine is eastbound, these trains are operating on the "left" side of the road. [Whether the engine is going east, west, or to the North Pole, they're driving on the left. Traffic could move in both directions on either track. Which might diverge and take you to entirely different destinations. -Dave] Left-handedMuch of the Santa Fe across Arizona and New Mexico was operated "left-handed". For those who are really interested in why, this article explains it. Somewhere in the distance . . .. . . you can still hear the train whistle. This is as close as I could get so far. It is just west of Ash Fork and you can see the same peak in the distance. The rail line may have moved. View Larger Map (The Gallery, Jack Delano, Railroads)
Western Exposure: 1938
June 1938. "New Mexico desert. Highway No. 70. The route many refugees cross." Medium ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 02/18/2020 - 1:18pm -

June 1938. "New Mexico desert. Highway No. 70. The route many refugees cross." Medium format negative by Dorothea Lange for the Farm Security Administration. View full size. Refugees?What do they mean by refugees? From where? Dust Bowl maybe? [Drought refugees. - Dave] What a StretchWould we have loved a stretch of road like this in the late '70s to run our very used and tired muscle cars bought during our high school years. Living in the Boston area even back then there wasn't much running room to open up on. Stunningly beautifulI'm only sorry it was a trail of tears for drought refugees. (The Gallery, Dorothea Lange, Landscapes, On the Road)
Portales Ranch
... Grandfather Ulysses Sheridan Fraze on ranch in Portales, New Mexico. View full size. Scratch one chicken-killin' varmint ... 
 
Posted by upatree - 08/25/2010 - 10:08am -

My Great Grandfather Ulysses Sheridan Fraze on ranch in Portales, New Mexico. View full size. Scratch one chicken-killin' varmintBut my first thought was a caption -- "Uncle Wiley?!" Firearms not neededThose dogs look like they could take care of a wolf. That coyote didn't have a chance. Hello Cousin!Ulysses Sheridan Fraze is also my Great-Grandfather. I live in Portales, NM. Who are you? Where did you get this picture. It looks like the old homeplace just north of Longs. Do you know what year it was taken. It may be old enough that they still lived in the 1/2 dugout. Are you Max Wade??Hi Wade, Sorry that I am just now responding to your post. I am the granddaughter of Mabel Fraze Neal Ledbetter, the oldest daughter of our great grandfather and Idyll Wilson, and the daughter of Raymon Leon Neal, Mabel's oldest son. My dad lived with Grandpa Fraze in the late 20's early 30's and spent his teen years growing up with with your grandfather who I met at one of the reunions in Dora. My sister Carol and I stayed with Aunt Ruth one year. I scanned many of her old photos and she taught me much about our family history and was my mentor learning about genealogy. I miss her so much. My father and your grandfather were close during the years my father spent in Portales. There is a photo of the two of them after a particulary large wheat harvest I will try and locate. I grew up hearing stories of your grandfather, Uncle Phillip, Uncle Leslie, Aunt Ruth and Aunt Floy as they were closest in age to my dad. But, particularly your grandfather as he was only a year younger than my dad. It is good to hear from you. If you attended any of the reunions from about 91 through 94 we might have met. Take care. Your cousin, Mary Louise Neal (ShorpyBlog, Member Gallery)
Sangre de Cristo: 1943
... 1943. The Sangre de Cristo Mountains above Penasco, New Mexico, looking north into Colorado. View full size. 4x5 Kodachrome by ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 08/30/2012 - 2:03pm -

January 1943. The Sangre de Cristo Mountains above Penasco, New Mexico, looking north into Colorado. View full size. 4x5 Kodachrome by John Collier. The RoadThis reminds me of a Cormac McCarthy scene. (The Gallery, Kodachromes, John Collier, Landscapes)
Pie Town Still Life: 1940
... Crops and vegetables at Catron County Fair at Pie Town, New Mexico. View full size. 4x5 Kodachrome transparency by Russell Lee, one ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 08/10/2012 - 4:14pm -

September 1940. Crops and vegetables at Catron County Fair at Pie Town, New Mexico. View full size. 4x5 Kodachrome transparency by Russell Lee, one of hundreds of photos he made of Pie Town for the Farm Security Administration. (The Gallery, Kodachromes, Pie Town, Rural America, Russell Lee)
Name Your Poison: 1939
... of combined filling station and grocery store. Questa, New Mexico." Gasoline, caffeine, nicotine, protein. Medium format negative by ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 06/16/2018 - 3:23pm -

September 1939. "Detail of front of combined filling station and grocery store. Questa, New Mexico." Gasoline, caffeine, nicotine, protein. Medium format negative by Russell Lee for the Farm Security Administration. View full size. And some more color ...applied and apart. Big BenNot exactly the same but close. An Early Trip To Marlboro CountryI was curious about the half-ad in the lower right. A quick search turned up the product name if not the actual ad. (The Gallery, Gas Stations, Russell Lee, Stores & Markets)
A Short Fuse: 1906
... Products Catalog. Wile E. Coyote Collection, University of New Mexico. (The Gallery, July 4, Kids, Patriotic) ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 07/04/2017 - 11:35am -

"Independence Day, 1906. F.A. Loumis, copyright claimant. Little boy holding three large firecrackers and flag." Let's be careful out there! View full size. Acme ProductsCover of the 1906 Acme Products Catalog. Wile E. Coyote Collection, University of New Mexico. (The Gallery, July 4, Kids, Patriotic)
Skillet Supper: 1943
February 1943. "Moreno Valley, Colfax County, New Mexico. William Heck's wife getting supper." Nitrate negative by John ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 10/21/2019 - 10:55am -

February 1943. "Moreno Valley, Colfax County, New Mexico. William Heck's wife getting supper." Nitrate negative by John Collier for the Office of War Information. View full size. I see Biscuits I bet it also contains some Bacon grease. Sadiron relayAnd there are four sadirons, one holding the interchangeable handle, sitting on the corner waiting for Tuesday-Ironing Day. (What you bet that bowl sitting on the over-stove warming oven door has a loaf of bread rising in it?) Oh HeckDumped too much pepper in again. Not to worry; we've got lots. (The Gallery, John Collier, Kitchens etc., Rural America)
Leatherman Jr.: 1940
... of Mr. Leatherman ride in a burro-drawn cart in Pie Town, New Mexico. Photo by Russell Lee, June, 1940. View full size. Kids ... 
 
Posted by Ken - 09/08/2011 - 8:44pm -

Sons of Mr. Leatherman ride in a burro-drawn cart in Pie Town, New Mexico. Photo by Russell Lee, June, 1940. View full size. Kidsso skinny, kids now are obese [Hm. Six hours 40 minutes. - Dave] (The Gallery, Kids, Pie Town, Rural America, Russell Lee)
La Dolorosa: 1943
Spring 1943. Trampas, New Mexico. "A Santo bulto and a painting of the Dolorosa in the church." ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 09/09/2011 - 2:40pm -

Spring 1943. Trampas, New Mexico. "A Santo bulto and a painting of the Dolorosa in the church." View full size. 4x5 Kodachrome transparency by John Collier. What are "santos bultos"? Look here for the answer. (The Gallery, Kodachromes, John Collier)
Breaking: 1940
... and audience at Spanish-American traveling show. Penasco, New Mexico." View full size. Medium format safety negative by Russell Lee. ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 05/05/2008 - 11:28pm -

July 1940. "Acrobat and audience at Spanish-American traveling show. Penasco, New Mexico." View full size. Medium format safety negative by Russell Lee. PenascoI don't know if I've ever seen anything creepier than the masked gentleman to the right of the drums. Forget giggling with your girlfriends! I'd be running away. (The Gallery, Music, Rural America, Russell Lee)
Chest Carver: 1940
July 1940. "Chamisal, New Mexico. Spanish-American boy with chest which he carved. These people are ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 04/28/2020 - 12:03pm -

July 1940. "Chamisal, New Mexico. Spanish-American boy with chest which he carved. These people are adept in many of the handcrafts." Acetate negative by Russell Lee. View full size. The "boy" looks like Anthony QuinnNot the "Zorba the Greek" Anthony Quinn. More like the "Lust for Life" Anthony Quinn. My takeActor Michael Pate (The Gallery, Portraits, Russell Lee, Small Towns)
Trampas: 1943
... Store and plaza in the village of Trampas, Taos County, New Mexico. View full size. 4x5 Kodachrome transparency by John Collier. ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 08/30/2012 - 3:27pm -

January 1943. Store and plaza in the village of Trampas, Taos County, New Mexico. View full size. 4x5 Kodachrome transparency by John Collier. (The Gallery, Kodachromes, John Collier, Stores & Markets)
American Pickers: 1937
... January 1937. "Migrant agricultural workers. Family from New Mexico, camped near the packinghouse at Deerfield, Florida. Note the box ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 02/12/2014 - 1:58pm -

January 1937. "Migrant agricultural workers. Family from New Mexico, camped near the packinghouse at Deerfield, Florida. Note the box labeled 'Yakima Apples' which has been carried all the way from the apple orchards of Washington." Photo by Arthur Rothstein for the Resettlement Administration. View full size. ReflectionLove the photos with the photographer's reflection in the photo. (The Gallery, Arthur Rothstein, Cars, Trucks, Buses, Florida, Great Depression)
Cimarron or Bust: 1939
August 1939. "Statue by local artist. Cimarron, New Mexico." Medium format negative by Russell Lee for the Farm Security ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 05/21/2018 - 1:32pm -

August 1939. "Statue by local artist. Cimarron, New Mexico." Medium format negative by Russell Lee for the Farm Security Administration. View full size. Art Class?Does this statue still stand? Like maybe a headstone, or something? This is the worst example of art I could ever wish to imagine. I thought our "modern art" was bad. Give The Lady? A Big Hand! Please!It's OK, she's ARMLESS. She wouldn't, and couldn't hurt a fly in her present condition. I think that this is a statue of a HAND Maiden. I think they clean this with ARM-OR All. Ok that's it. Folk-art goddess?Offhand, I'd guess this is an attempt at a mother-goddess figure, likely one with Aztec roots, quite possibly Tonantzin. (The Gallery, Curiosities, Pretty Girls, Russell Lee)
Payasos en Penasco: 1940
July 1940. "Penasco, New Mexico. Spanish-American clowns at a traveling show." View full size. ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 05/05/2008 - 11:19pm -

July 1940. "Penasco, New Mexico. Spanish-American clowns at a traveling show." View full size. Medium format safety negative by Russell Lee for the FSA. FelliniThis reminds me of Fellini and "La Strada" with the foreign (to us in the US) idea of a clown -- all of ours are Joeys and don't have the European ancient theatre figures. (The Gallery, Music, Rural America, Russell Lee)
BBQ Blessing: 1940
... "Saying grace before the barbeque dinner at the Pie Town, New Mexico Fair." View full size. 35mm Kodachrome transparency by Russell ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 09/08/2011 - 5:22pm -

September 1940. "Saying grace before the barbeque dinner at the Pie Town, New Mexico Fair." View full size. 35mm Kodachrome transparency by Russell Lee. (The Gallery, Pie Town, Rural America, Russell Lee)
Petro Pueblo: 1940
... modern design in the Spanish-American village of Penasco, New Mexico." Medium format acetate negative by Russell Lee for the Farm ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 09/02/2018 - 6:05pm -

July 1940. "Filling station is only building of modern design in the Spanish-American village of Penasco, New Mexico." Medium format acetate negative by Russell Lee for the Farm Security Administration. View full size. No. 10 Steel DrumThat's an early steel drum over there by the left corner of the building. Probably for oil or maybe kerosene, and known by its ICC Specification, No. 10. Its shape was designed so that it could be handled with the same equipment as had been used for handling the wooden barrels it replaced, and furthermore its bilge shape added strength and resisted dents. So how did they manufacture a container of this shape? They welded a steel cylinder (even earlier, riveted side seams were used), rolled in the head at each end, then filled the drum with high pressure water until it swelled to the desired shape! 50% taxDo I read 12 cents a gallon plus 6 cents tax for a total of 18 cents a gallon on the gas pump? Ouch. (The Gallery, Gas Stations, Russell Lee)
Cauliflower Power: 1940
... garden. Rabbit fence made of juniper stakes. Pie Town, New Mexico. View full size. 35mm Kodachrome transparency by Russell Lee. ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 09/08/2011 - 5:29pm -

October 1940. Mr. Leatherman, homesteader, tying up cauliflower in his vegetable garden. Rabbit fence made of juniper stakes. Pie Town, New Mexico. View full size. 35mm Kodachrome transparency by Russell Lee. (The Gallery, Pie Town, Rural America, Russell Lee)
Pie Town Ice Cream: 1940
June 1940. "Ice cream party at Pie Town, New Mexico. Ice cream is a great treat for someone who must drive thirty or ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 12/30/2007 - 8:37pm -

June 1940. "Ice cream party at Pie Town, New Mexico. Ice cream is a great treat for someone who must drive thirty or forty miles for ice." View full size. Medium-format negative by Russell Lee for the Farm Security Administration. (The Gallery, Pie Town, Rural America, Russell Lee)
1937 Beauty on a Dock
... had children. Her parents both passed away in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Albert died in 1980 and Goldie Olive (Cotner) Swope in 1994. Ruth ... 
 
Posted by Joe - 07/03/2010 - 7:35pm -

This photo is part of an album that was purchased at a garage sale in Colorado Springs. Its contents give no clue as to its Colorado connection however it's believed there is a connection to a Ruth E. Swope as her name is often abbreviated as R. Swope or R.E.S. throughout the album. Location most frequently mentioned is Marion, Ohio. View full size. Could this be Ruth?Per the 1930 Federal Census there was a Ruth E. Swope, age 11, living in Marion, Ohio, which would have put her birth around 1918-1919. She was the daughter of Albert E. Swope (31) and Goldie O. Swope (30). In 1937, the date of the photo, Albert, Goldie and Ruth E. Swope were living at 291 Marion Ave, Marion OH. In 1948 Ruth E. was a secretary at Standard Oil in Marion OH and was still living at 291 Marion Ave with both parents. The current Social Security Death Index has a Ruth E. Swope, born July 19, 1918, who died at age 90 on July 25, 2008 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The record states that her SSN was issued "in Ohio" before 1951. I also found a record in Colorado indicating that her full name was Ruth Evangeline Swope. There was no indication that she ever married or had children. Her parents both passed away in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Albert died in 1980 and Goldie Olive (Cotner) Swope in 1994. Ruth E. had a sister Jean "Petie" (Swope) Nielson who died in 2009 in Nebraska and another sister, June, who preceded her in death. This information below is from a 1993-1994 directory: Name: Ruth E Swope Address: 2471 Yorktown Rd City: Colorado Springs State: Colorado Zip Code: 80907 Phone Number: 719-633-5036 Although not proof positive, with the Ohio & Colorado Springs connection in the SSDI and the age matching the Ruth E. from Marion, it seems likely that this is the Ruth E. Swope mentioned in the photos. Her death in 2008 must have precipitated the images ending-up at a garage sale. Perhaps the above address will help you reconnect the photos to a family member. (ShorpyBlog, Member Gallery)
The Doors of Perception: 1943
... Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad between Belen and Gallup, New Mexico." Next stop, Infinity. Medium-format negative by Jack Delano for the ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 02/03/2014 - 10:55am -

March 1943. "View from caboose on the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad between Belen and Gallup, New Mexico." Next stop, Infinity. Medium-format negative by Jack Delano for the Office of War Information. View full size. Western TripThere are things known and there are things unknown, and in between are the doors of perception. - Aldous Huxley (The Gallery, Jack Delano, Railroads)
Taos County: 1943
Spring 1943. Taos County, New Mexico. The J.D. Leon general store in Cerro. 4x5 Kodachrome transparency ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 08/01/2012 - 1:33pm -

Spring 1943. Taos County, New Mexico. The J.D. Leon general store in Cerro. 4x5 Kodachrome transparency by John Collier. View full size | Say hi to the dogs. (The Gallery, Kodachromes, John Collier, Stores & Markets)
Nurse Noir: 1943
January 1943. Peñasco, New Mexico. "Marjorie Muller, nurse at baby clinic operated by the Taos County ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 09/02/2017 - 1:25pm -

January 1943. Peñasco, New Mexico. "Marjorie Muller, nurse at baby clinic operated by the Taos County cooperative health association." Medium format nitrate negative by John Collier, Office of War Information. View full size. Angels That Walk Among UsThose who sacrifice a large part of their lives to give to others deserve our highest respect and admiration. That little guy has no knowledge of the loving, caring hands in which he was placed. (The Gallery, John Collier, Kids, Medicine)
A Pair of Sneakers: 1936
... April 1936. "Sneaking under the circus tent. Roswell, New Mexico." Photo by Arthur Rothstein for the Resettlement Administration. ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 12/08/2012 - 2:17pm -

April 1936. "Sneaking under the circus tent. Roswell, New Mexico." Photo by Arthur Rothstein for the Resettlement Administration. View full size. SneakersIs that where the alien autopsy was performed? (I know, wrong time period) (The Gallery, Arthur Rothstein, Kids)
Craig & Keele: 1940
June 1940. "General store, Pie Town, New Mexico. The post office has been moved from this store to another small ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 08/06/2020 - 6:28pm -

June 1940. "General store, Pie Town, New Mexico. The post office has been moved from this store to another small grocery store." Medium format negative by Russell Lee. View full size. Seen before ...When I was busy in colorizing this picture, I realised that I had seen it before: with Mr. Keele himself (where you may find an interesting link from J. Lloyd colorizing it), and a few Kodachrome transparencies with and without folks around. (The Gallery, Pie Town, Russell Lee, Small Towns, Stores & Markets)
The House Ceiling: 1925
... installing a translucent panel depicting the state seal of New Mexico. Illumination of the House chamber was by skylight , with ... 
 
Posted by Dave - 09/04/2012 - 2:44pm -

In political reportage there's a lot written about the House floor, but what about the ceiling? From 1925, a topside view of the House of Representatives in the U.S. Capitol. National Photo Company Collection glass negative. View full size. Pics of the ceiling from the inside?Great pic of the wiring in the ceiling; it was obviously taken to document the work. Looks like they just needed to screw in the bulbs. Any photos of this from the occupied space underneath? [This was one in a series of photos taken to document Capitol artist Charles Moberly installing a translucent panel depicting the state seal of New Mexico. Illumination of the House chamber was by skylight, with electric lights above the skylights for supplementary illumination. - Dave] (The Gallery, D.C., Natl Photo)
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