Vintage 1936 Mule Auction Scene in Aledo Illinois

A mule parades for auction at a country auction near Aledo, Illinois, in November 1936. This event illustrates rural commerce in Mercer County during the Great Depression. Mules were vital for farm work, providing essential labor in agriculture. The photograph is part of the FSA/OWI Collection, documenting American life and economy.

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