Mrs. Free in Doorway of Basement Dugout Home 1939

Mrs. Free stands in the doorway of her basement dugout home in Dead Ox Flat, Malheur County, Oregon. Created in October 1939, this image documents rural life during the late 1930s. Dugouts served as practical homes for families, reflecting the resourcefulness required to thrive in the regions challenging environment.

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