Farmers at Country Auction Aledo Illinois 1936

Farmers gather in a shed during a country auction near Aledo, Mercer County, Illinois, in November 1936. This scene showcases the agricultural practices common in the 1930s. Auctions were vital for rural communities, allowing farmers to buy and sell equipment and livestock. Mercer County has a rich agricultural history rooted in farming.

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