This photograph transports us to a time long past, showcasing a row of brick-built storefronts that resonate with historical charm. The words ‘feed – water – stable’ adorning one of the buildings hint at the services provided to the travelers of yesteryear.
In the foreground, a gentleman is seen standing beside his large, old-fashioned bicycle, flanked by two faithful canine companions. The scene is further animated by nine other individuals dispersed along the front of the stores, engaged in various activities. Nearby, two horses are hitched to a wagon, awaiting their next journey.
Beyond the immediate surroundings, additional buildings are faintly visible in the distance, suggesting a bustling town nestled in this picturesque setting. The background is marked by the dramatic rise of a rocky cliff, towering over the buildings and lending a unique character to the landscape.
Fort Davis, photograph, Date Unknown; (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth40190/: accessed August 12, 2023), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Marfa Public Library.
