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Two hundred laying hens work day and night to produce 1
Two hundred laying hens work day and night to produce 1, 200 eggs a week for 24 year old Miss Pat Johns, who single haneded, runs a small poultry farm in Malthouse Lane, Eralswood. 1957
Birmingham Post and Mail
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
England
Media ID 21480937
© Mirrorpix
Agriculture Basket Collecting Eggs Farm Farmer
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In this print captured by the Birmingham Post and Mail in 1957, we are transported to a small poultry farm nestled on Malthouse Lane in Eralswood. The image showcases the remarkable dedication of Miss Pat Johns, a resilient 24-year-old woman who single-handedly manages this thriving agricultural venture. As we gaze upon the scene, our eyes are drawn to two hundred diligent laying hens diligently working day and night. These feathered workers tirelessly produce an astonishing 1,200 eggs each week. It is through their tireless efforts that Miss Pat Johns can provide her community with fresh and wholesome eggs. With a beaming smile on her face, Miss Pat stands beside a collection basket filled to the brim with these precious gifts from nature. Her joyous expression reflects not only her satisfaction as a farmer but also her deep connection to the land she tends. This photograph beautifully captures the essence of agriculture in the 1950s - hard work, determination, and self-sufficiency. It serves as a testament to individuals like Miss Pat Johns who dedicated themselves wholeheartedly to nurturing their farms for both sustenance and livelihood. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, let us appreciate those unsung heroes like Miss Pat whose unwavering commitment ensured that our tables were always adorned with nutritious food straight from their bountiful lands.
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