Poor farms

[heinrick]

Being unable to care for one's self in Victorian times was seen as very dishonorable to a family, especially in America, the land of independence. Before the era of retirement homes, social security, or even state hospitals, the first attempt to remove burdens from society (other than prisons) came in the form of poor houses, or poor farms, akin to

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[nessachan]

Nice shots. :) Seriously, really nice. The rusty cars are a nice touch and kind of surreal

[heinrick]

Glad you appreciated the photo set!

And likewise, I appreciate your effort to help! I think I'm close to finding some information. It looks like the poorhouse closest to me has since been converted into apartments.

As for cemeteries, most were consolidated with existing community cemeteries, but I was able to find one pauper cemetery that is beginning to be overgrown:

[nessachan]

Wow, very cool! Not too common to find those around. If ours is still there, I'm pretty sure they've done away with the stones. (Went looking for it a while ago and couldn't find it.. maybe I'll go back when there's snow, it might be easier to spot.)

[kdotdammit]

Really spectacular photos and nice commentary. Have you posted these in the abandoned places community? If not, I recommend it. These are fantastic.

[heinrick]

Glad you liked the set. I do contribute to rural_ruin when I can remember to.