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Mrs. Dorothy Bell, Irish-German descent, twenty-seven years old... New Britain, Connecticut, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
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Mrs. Dorothy Bell, Irish-German descent, twenty-seven years old... New Britain, Connecticut, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New Britain, Connecticut. Mrs. Dorothy Bell, Irish-German descent, twenty-seven years old, mother of two children, employed at the American Railway Express Company, sorting packages, weighting them, etc. earning seventy-nine and one half-cents an hour
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Mrs. Dorothy Bell - A Glimpse into the Life of an American Working Mother in 1943
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. This photograph, taken by renowned photographer Gordon Parks in New Britain, Connecticut, offers a poignant snapshot of Mrs. Dorothy Bell's life during the early 1940s. At twenty-seven years old and of Irish-German descent, Mrs. Bell is depicted as a hardworking mother of two children who diligently earns her living at the American Railway Express Company. In this intimate portrayal, we witness Mrs. Bell engaged in her daily tasks at work – sorting packages with precision and weighing them meticulously – all while earning a modest wage of seventy-nine and one-half cents per hour. The image serves as a testament to the resilience and determination displayed by countless women during this era. Parks' composition beautifully captures not only Mrs. Bell's dedication to her job but also hints at the broader themes of companionship and communication within society during that time period. The photograph invites us to reflect on the significance of employment for women like Mrs. Bell, highlighting their vital contributions to both their families and their country. Preserved within the Library of Congress' Farm Security Administration collection, this powerful image stands as a reminder of America's rich heritage and diverse cultural tapestry represented by individuals such as Mrs. Dorothy Bell – an embodiment of strength amidst challenging circumstances in mid-20th century America.
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