Farmers at Country Auction in Aledo Illinois 1936

Farmers gather in a shed during a country auction in Aledo, Mercer County, Illinois, in November 1936. Auctions were vital for rural economies, allowing farmers to buy and sell livestock and equipment. Community gatherings like these fostered relationships among locals, strengthening rural networks essential for agricultural success in that era.

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