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1. Roanoke City Farm, 1946 - A black and white photograph of a view across part of Roanoke City Farm, showing the Pest House, built to isolate and treat victims of the dreaded smallpox. Also visible on the left is a tenant's house, which burned about 1959. An unidentified building is at the extreme left. When this photograph was taken in April 1946, preparations were being made for temporary housing for returning GI's from World War II. The City Farm and Pest House were located on what was called "Poor House Road", now Colonial Avenue.

   1974.20.10

   Record Type: Photo

   
2. Roanoke City Farm, 1946 - A black and white photograph of a view of the old Roanoke City Farm, taken in April 1946. Grading for temporary housing for World War II veterans is in progress. The Old Pest House, which once housed smallpox victims, is on top of hill. This photograph was taken by R. H. Ragland.

   1974.20.11

   Record Type: Photo