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We have been picking cotton for days and barely have enough food. Jerry, I am worried about Ma being able to feed the youngins.
Jack, I know and I have heard of a bad dust storm damaging crops west and north of us in the Panhandle.
To get a job in the city of Houston. I am old enough now and there's no future in farming for me here. You should try it yourself when you get a little older.
Where are you going?
But you're only in seventh grade. I hope you will be able to come back someday.
Ma'am I have to tell you today is my last day. I am dropping out. My family needs help picking cotton on our farm.
Times sure are hard and picking this cotton full time is back breaking work.
He is certainly spending it else where.
Ain't it! Maybe President Roosevelt will send us some money soon.
Ma, I am leaving for Houston in the morning. I am already 16 and Jerry got my a job as a mechanic at a shop he knows. I hate to leave you but it is for the best.
Son, take care of yourself and some back and visit. I know lots of people are leaving their farms for the city so I understand.
Wow, so this is it, the big city of Houston. This is very different from the farm.
Good to see you again Jack. Don't worry you'll adjust. The pay is still low but I'd say it is better than living on the farm.