1936 Emmet County Iowa Farmers Wife Churning Butter

A farmers wife churns butter in Emmet County, Iowa, in December 1936. This image shows the significance of domestic duties in rural life during the 1930s. Butter churning was a common practice for families, as it provided a vital source of dairy in their diets. Emmet County has a rich agricultural history, contributing to Iowas farming legacy.

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