1937 Vintage Scene of Corn Shelling in Newton Illinois

In April 1937, a scene unfolds in Newton, Jasper County, Illinois, where workers shell corn directly into a boxcar. This method of grain transport was common in small-town America, facilitating efficient collection and shipment. During this period, agriculture was vital to local economies, with corn being a significant crop in the Midwest.

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