Moss Mattress Making in Jarreau Louisiana 1938

A woman creates a mattress from moss in Jarreau, Louisiana, in November 1938. This image illustrates the rural lifestyle of small cane farmers who utilized natural materials for everyday items. The traditional method of mattress-making demonstrates resourcefulness in a time when access to commercial products was limited.

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