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Dorothea Lange

Lincoln Bench School and yard. Near Ontario, Malheur County, Oregon. General caption number 69

#LincolnBenchSchool #Ontario #MalheurCounty #Oregon #Lincoln #DorotheaLange #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773622/

This black and white photograph depicts a group of children sitting on wooden benches in front of an old, one-story building with a steeple structure. The building appears to be a schoolhouse or community center, given its simple design and the gathering of individuals around it. Some adults are seated nearby, observing the scene. A few people can also be seen standing at various distances from the central group.

The ground is unpaved, suggesting an older time period when such facilities were not as common in rural areas. Trees bordering the background hint at a semi-rural setting or countryside location. The photograph carries historical significance, likely documenting life during a specific era, and it may provide insights into social practices related to education and community gatherings.

The image is labeled "Lincoln Bench School" with additional information indicating its proximity to Ontario in Malheur County, Oregon (near Lincoln), which might be an area of interest for those studying the history or culture associated with this region. The photograph's general caption number 69 suggests it may belong to a larger collection or series by Dorothea Lange.

Overall, the image offers a glimpse into past educational environments and community life in rural Oregon during times when such buildings served as pivotal social hubs for both learning and gathering purposes. — This black and white photograph depicts a group of children sitting on wooden benches in front of an old, one-story building with a steeple structure. The building appears to be a schoolhouse or community center, given its simple design and the gathering of individuals around it. Some adults are seated nearby, observing the scene. A few people can also be seen standing at various distances from the central group. The ground is unpaved, suggesting an older time period when such facilities were not as common in rural areas. Trees bordering the background hint at a semi-rural setting or countryside location. The photograph carries historical significance, likely documenting life during a specific era, and it may provide insights into social practices related to education and community gatherings. The image is labeled "Lincoln Bench School" with additional information indicating its proximity to Ontario in Malheur County, Oregon (near Lincoln), which might be an area of interest for those studying the history or culture associated with this region. The photograph's general caption number 69 suggests it may belong to a larger collection or series by Dorothea Lange. Overall, the image offers a glimpse into past educational environments and community life in rural Oregon during times when such buildings served as pivotal social hubs for both learning and gathering purposes.

Dorothea Lange

@DorotheaLange@mastodon.ozioso.online · 6 days ago

Lincoln Bench School and yard. Near Ontario, Malheur County, Oregon. General caption number 69

#LincolnBenchSchool #Ontario #MalheurCounty #Oregon #Lincoln #DorotheaLange #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773622/

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@DorotheaLange@mastodon.ozioso.online · 6 days ago

Girls of Lincoln Bench School study their reading lesson. Near Ontario, Malheur County, Oregon

#LincolnBenchSchool #Ontario #MalheurCounty #Oregon #third #America #DorotheaLanges #theGreatDepression #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773619/

The image is a black and white photograph depicting three young girls sitting on what appears to be the steps of a building, possibly in an old rural schoolhouse setting. The girl on the left has short hair with bangs, wears striped socks and sandals, while engrossed in her book. She's dressed in a patterned skirt and sweater.

In the middle is another girl with medium-length blonde hair tied back into pigtails; she seems to be deeply concentrated as well, reading from an open book that has pictures inside. Her attire includes lace-up shoes, knee-high socks, a dress adorned with floral patterns around the hemline, and her sleeves are ruffled.

The third child on the right is wearing a light-colored sweater over a dotted blouse paired with checkered sandals; she's flipping through pages of another open book. She has short hair styled upwards in what looks like curlers or pinned up at the crown before it was let down again as it appears now. Her shoes seem well-worn.

All three are sitting on individual wooden slats, perhaps a part of outdoor school furniture from an earlier era given their weathered appearance and style which suggests this could be around mid-20th century America based on clothing styles and architecture visible in the background such as shutters and doors. The setting appears to be sunny with shadows cast behind them.

The photograph exudes a sense of qui [...] — The image is a black and white photograph depicting three young girls sitting on what appears to be the steps of a building, possibly in an old rural schoolhouse setting. The girl on the left has short hair with bangs, wears striped socks and sandals, while engrossed in her book. She's dressed in a patterned skirt and sweater. In the middle is another girl with medium-length blonde hair tied back into pigtails; she seems to be deeply concentrated as well, reading from an open book that has pictures inside. Her attire includes lace-up shoes, knee-high socks, a dress adorned with floral patterns around the hemline, and her sleeves are ruffled. The third child on the right is wearing a light-colored sweater over a dotted blouse paired with checkered sandals; she's flipping through pages of another open book. She has short hair styled upwards in what looks like curlers or pinned up at the crown before it was let down again as it appears now. Her shoes seem well-worn. All three are sitting on individual wooden slats, perhaps a part of outdoor school furniture from an earlier era given their weathered appearance and style which suggests this could be around mid-20th century America based on clothing styles and architecture visible in the background such as shutters and doors. The setting appears to be sunny with shadows cast behind them. The photograph exudes a sense of qui [...]

Dorothea Lange

@DorotheaLange@mastodon.ozioso.online · 6 days ago

Girls of Lincoln Bench School study their reading lesson. Near Ontario, Malheur County, Oregon

#LincolnBenchSchool #Ontario #MalheurCounty #Oregon #third #America #DorotheaLanges #theGreatDepression #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773619/

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Dorothea Lange

@DorotheaLange@mastodon.ozioso.online · 6 days ago

Girls of Lincoln Bench School study their reading lesson. Near Ontario, Malheur County, Oregon

#LincolnBenchSchool #Ontario #MalheurCounty #Oregon #America #fourth #fifth #American #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773618/

The image is a black and white photograph depicting six children seated on steps outside what appears to be an old, weathered wooden house. The setting suggests rural or small-town America based on the architecture of the building. Each child has their own reading material, suggesting that they are engaged in studying or participating in some form of educational activity together.

The older girl on the far left is wearing a plaid dress and appears to be attentively focused on her book. Next to her sits another young girl with curly hair, also deeply engrossed in her reading. In between them, two boys can be seen; one has his head down while possibly studying something on paper, and the other seems relaxed but still engaged.

The fourth child from left is a blonde girl who looks up momentarily as if she might have heard or noticed someone nearby, with one hand to her mouth in an expression of surprise. The fifth child appears focused on their book, dressed similarly to some of the others. Lastly, there's another young girl wearing pigtails and a dress, looking down at her material.

The ground is cracked concrete, and shadows are cast by what seems like late afternoon sun, indicating that this might be taking place in an area with open fields or spaces around houses for such gathering spots as they commonly were prior to the advent of more urbanized designs. The presence [...] — The image is a black and white photograph depicting six children seated on steps outside what appears to be an old, weathered wooden house. The setting suggests rural or small-town America based on the architecture of the building. Each child has their own reading material, suggesting that they are engaged in studying or participating in some form of educational activity together. The older girl on the far left is wearing a plaid dress and appears to be attentively focused on her book. Next to her sits another young girl with curly hair, also deeply engrossed in her reading. In between them, two boys can be seen; one has his head down while possibly studying something on paper, and the other seems relaxed but still engaged. The fourth child from left is a blonde girl who looks up momentarily as if she might have heard or noticed someone nearby, with one hand to her mouth in an expression of surprise. The fifth child appears focused on their book, dressed similarly to some of the others. Lastly, there's another young girl wearing pigtails and a dress, looking down at her material. The ground is cracked concrete, and shadows are cast by what seems like late afternoon sun, indicating that this might be taking place in an area with open fields or spaces around houses for such gathering spots as they commonly were prior to the advent of more urbanized designs. The presence [...]

Dorothea Lange

@DorotheaLange@mastodon.ozioso.online · 6 days ago

Girls of Lincoln Bench School study their reading lesson. Near Ontario, Malheur County, Oregon

#LincolnBenchSchool #Ontario #MalheurCounty #Oregon #America #fourth #fifth #American #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773618/

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Dorothea Lange

@DorotheaLange@mastodon.ozioso.online · 6 days ago

Lincoln Bench School and yard. Near Ontario, Malheur County, Oregon

#LincolnBenchSchool #Ontario #MalheurCounty #Oregon #DorotheaLanges #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773617/

The image depicts a historical rural schoolhouse with an attached bell tower. The black and white photograph captures the building's exterior, showcasing its simple architecture typical of early 20th-century structures in remote areas. A metal gate is partially open at the front entrance, suggesting accessibility to the property. People are gathered around what appears to be a volleyball court adjacent to the schoolhouse, with some individuals seated on benches and others standing or engaged in conversation.

In the background, an expansive landscape stretches out towards distant hills under a clear sky, emphasizing the remote setting of this educational institution. The photograph's monochromatic palette adds a sense of nostalgia and timelessness to the scene. This image is part of a collection that includes various elements from rural life during Dorothea Lange's photography career in Oregon.

Further information about Lincoln Bench School and yard can be found at the provided source link, which offers additional context on this specific location within Malheur County, near Ontario, Oregon. — The image depicts a historical rural schoolhouse with an attached bell tower. The black and white photograph captures the building's exterior, showcasing its simple architecture typical of early 20th-century structures in remote areas. A metal gate is partially open at the front entrance, suggesting accessibility to the property. People are gathered around what appears to be a volleyball court adjacent to the schoolhouse, with some individuals seated on benches and others standing or engaged in conversation. In the background, an expansive landscape stretches out towards distant hills under a clear sky, emphasizing the remote setting of this educational institution. The photograph's monochromatic palette adds a sense of nostalgia and timelessness to the scene. This image is part of a collection that includes various elements from rural life during Dorothea Lange's photography career in Oregon. Further information about Lincoln Bench School and yard can be found at the provided source link, which offers additional context on this specific location within Malheur County, near Ontario, Oregon.

Dorothea Lange

@DorotheaLange@mastodon.ozioso.online · 6 days ago

Lincoln Bench School and yard. Near Ontario, Malheur County, Oregon

#LincolnBenchSchool #Ontario #MalheurCounty #Oregon #DorotheaLanges #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773617/

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@DorotheaLange@mastodon.ozioso.online · 6 days ago

Entrance to Lincoln Bench School. Near Ontario, Malheur County, Oregon. General caption number 69

#LincolnBenchSchool #Ontario #MalheurCounty #Oregon #American #Salem #America #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773616/

The image is a black and white photograph depicting an old church-like building with a bell tower on the left side, which appears to be part of or adjacent to a schoolhouse. The structure has a traditional pitched roof and visible windows that reveal interior details such as wooden beams and some objects within.

In front of this building are concrete steps leading up to it, flanked by what seems like old fence posts with barbed wire attached to them on the left side. To the right is an open gate made from metal rods or bars forming a diamond pattern.

The ground appears dry and sandy, indicating possibly rural or arid surroundings. A group of people can be seen through the doorway: four individuals are inside near what looks like doors that lead into separate rooms within the building itself.

Outside on the steps, two adults appear to engage with three children who are walking up towards them; one child is carrying a basket and another has a stick or pole in hand. The setting suggests an early 20th-century scene, possibly during rural American life where community buildings served multiple purposes including education.

The photograph carries handwritten annotations on the right side: "Lincoln Bench School" above and "Salem (Malheur County)" below, with some scribbled markings or initials at various points along the edge of the photo. The general caption number is also [...] — The image is a black and white photograph depicting an old church-like building with a bell tower on the left side, which appears to be part of or adjacent to a schoolhouse. The structure has a traditional pitched roof and visible windows that reveal interior details such as wooden beams and some objects within. In front of this building are concrete steps leading up to it, flanked by what seems like old fence posts with barbed wire attached to them on the left side. To the right is an open gate made from metal rods or bars forming a diamond pattern. The ground appears dry and sandy, indicating possibly rural or arid surroundings. A group of people can be seen through the doorway: four individuals are inside near what looks like doors that lead into separate rooms within the building itself. Outside on the steps, two adults appear to engage with three children who are walking up towards them; one child is carrying a basket and another has a stick or pole in hand. The setting suggests an early 20th-century scene, possibly during rural American life where community buildings served multiple purposes including education. The photograph carries handwritten annotations on the right side: "Lincoln Bench School" above and "Salem (Malheur County)" below, with some scribbled markings or initials at various points along the edge of the photo. The general caption number is also [...]

Dorothea Lange

@DorotheaLange@mastodon.ozioso.online · 6 days ago

Entrance to Lincoln Bench School. Near Ontario, Malheur County, Oregon. General caption number 69

#LincolnBenchSchool #Ontario #MalheurCounty #Oregon #American #Salem #America #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773616/

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@DorotheaLange@mastodon.ozioso.online · 6 days ago

Eight boys at Lincoln Bench School. Born in six states. Near Ontario, Malheur County, Oregon. General caption number 69

#LincolnBenchSchool #Ontario #MalheurCounty #Oregon #WorldWarI #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773614/

The image depicts a group of eight boys sitting in a line on the ground, likely outdoors given their barefoot status and the barren landscape around them. They are all focused intently on open books or papers they hold, suggesting an educational activity is taking place. The boys appear to be wearing casual clothing with overalls being prominent among many of them. Their attire suggests it could be a rural setting from several decades ago.

The background features an expansive field with what appears to be farm-like structures in the distance under a clear sky. There are no other people visible, which draws attention solely to the boys and their activity. The black-and-white tone indicates that this photograph was taken at some point before color photography became widespread or during a time when such images were common.

The image is labeled "3-1519," possibly indicating its date of capture in March 1919, but without additional context, the exact significance of the label remains unclear. The boys' solemn expressions and posture convey concentration and perhaps hardship due to their bare feet on what appears to be a rough ground surface.

In summary, this photograph captures an educational moment for rural children during or shortly after World War I, highlighting themes of education amidst challenging conditions. — The image depicts a group of eight boys sitting in a line on the ground, likely outdoors given their barefoot status and the barren landscape around them. They are all focused intently on open books or papers they hold, suggesting an educational activity is taking place. The boys appear to be wearing casual clothing with overalls being prominent among many of them. Their attire suggests it could be a rural setting from several decades ago. The background features an expansive field with what appears to be farm-like structures in the distance under a clear sky. There are no other people visible, which draws attention solely to the boys and their activity. The black-and-white tone indicates that this photograph was taken at some point before color photography became widespread or during a time when such images were common. The image is labeled "3-1519," possibly indicating its date of capture in March 1919, but without additional context, the exact significance of the label remains unclear. The boys' solemn expressions and posture convey concentration and perhaps hardship due to their bare feet on what appears to be a rough ground surface. In summary, this photograph captures an educational moment for rural children during or shortly after World War I, highlighting themes of education amidst challenging conditions.

Dorothea Lange

@DorotheaLange@mastodon.ozioso.online · 6 days ago

Eight boys at Lincoln Bench School. Born in six states. Near Ontario, Malheur County, Oregon. General caption number 69

#LincolnBenchSchool #Ontario #MalheurCounty #Oregon #WorldWarI #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773614/

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@DorotheaLange@mastodon.ozioso.online · 6 days ago

Entire enrollment of Lincoln Bench School. Teacher in center. Near Ontario, Oregon, Malheur County. General caption number 69

#LincolnBenchSchool #Ontario #Oregon #MalheurCounty #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773613/

The image depicts a group of children and an adult gathered outside near a building with a sloped roof. The setting appears to be rural, indicated by the simple architecture of the house and open space around it. Several wooden chairs are placed on sandy ground scattered with small twigs or debris.

In total, there are eleven individuals visible in various postures: some sitting cross-legged while others stand. Most children seem engaged with books or papers they hold, suggesting a learning activity is taking place. The clothing style of the subjects ranges from dresses and suits to overalls, hinting at casual attire common among rural families during mid-20th century times.

The central figure appears to be an adult seated on a folding chair, possibly overseeing the children's activities or instructing them. This person is centrally positioned compared to others in terms of height, which may indicate authority or leadership within this context.

Notable features include shadows cast by sunlight and lack of modern amenities, emphasizing simplicity and perhaps economic hardship associated with rural life during that era. The black-and-white nature of the photo also contributes to its historical feel, providing a glimpse into past educational practices in less urbanized areas. — The image depicts a group of children and an adult gathered outside near a building with a sloped roof. The setting appears to be rural, indicated by the simple architecture of the house and open space around it. Several wooden chairs are placed on sandy ground scattered with small twigs or debris. In total, there are eleven individuals visible in various postures: some sitting cross-legged while others stand. Most children seem engaged with books or papers they hold, suggesting a learning activity is taking place. The clothing style of the subjects ranges from dresses and suits to overalls, hinting at casual attire common among rural families during mid-20th century times. The central figure appears to be an adult seated on a folding chair, possibly overseeing the children's activities or instructing them. This person is centrally positioned compared to others in terms of height, which may indicate authority or leadership within this context. Notable features include shadows cast by sunlight and lack of modern amenities, emphasizing simplicity and perhaps economic hardship associated with rural life during that era. The black-and-white nature of the photo also contributes to its historical feel, providing a glimpse into past educational practices in less urbanized areas.

Dorothea Lange

@DorotheaLange@mastodon.ozioso.online · 6 days ago

Entire enrollment of Lincoln Bench School. Teacher in center. Near Ontario, Oregon, Malheur County. General caption number 69

#LincolnBenchSchool #Ontario #Oregon #MalheurCounty #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017773613/