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Lot of 11 vintage black-and-white photographs, approximately 8 x 10 inches each, documenting American farming, ranching, and rural life from the 1930s through the 1950s.
Several photographs feature original USDA Soil Conservation Service (SCS) captions on the reverse, identifying dates, locations, subjects, and photographers.
Highlights include:
* Lyndon B. Johnson (LBJ): Two 1955 Texas ranch photographs featuring a man identified by a handwritten annotation as L. B. Johnson, alongside Van Turberville, Miss Wool of Texas, and ranch foreman Edmond Kunz. Photographed before Johnson became President.
* Dust Bowl: Dramatic historical photograph depicting a massive dust storm associated with the Dust Bowl era.
* Texas Ranching: Longhorn cattle, livestock handling, and traditional ranching scenes.
* American Agriculture: Mule-drawn plows, farming equipment, fieldwork, and early soil conservation practices.
* USDA Documentation: Several photographs retain original typed captions with historical details and photographer credits.
Photographs document locations including Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida, and Colorado.
Condition: Vintage condition with age-related curling, minor discoloration, surface marks, and handling wear. Images generally remain clear and well-defined. Please review all photographs for exact condition.
All 11 photographs are being sold together as one lot, as found. Original reverse-side captions and handwritten annotations are included.
An interesting collection for collectors of American history, presidential memorabilia, vintage photography, Texas ranching, Dust Bowl history, and USDA agricultural documentation.
Will ship quickly and packed safely. Thanks for looking!
