Tarpaper Shed in Gemmel Koochiching County Minnesota 1937

A tarpaper shed stands in Gemmel, Koochiching County, Minnesota, in August 1937. During the Great Depression, such structures were commonly built due to their affordability and practicality. This image illustrates rural architecture, reflecting the resourcefulness of communities at that time in Minnesota. Tarpaper was a popular material for its durability and cost-effectiveness.

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