As had been the case for generations before, typical farm families during the first half of the 20th century lived on things they produced and processed on-site. This was seen in equipment and food sources. The most complete such homestead in my experience was that of my paternal grandparents, Drewry W. and Sally W.
Now and Then - Dr. Roger Branch Sr.
The well-equipped farmstead way back then
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