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Monticello | Larry Powell

by Larry Powell
Long before most people wake up, Kelda Stringer, 65, is on the square ready to sell papers to the early travelers through town.
Patrons of all ages come to Kelda Stringer, 65, for their papers.
Kelda Stringer, 65, returns a greeting with a wave.
A slow down in sales gives Kelda Stringer, 65, time for thought.
Country music is very important to Kelda Stringer, 65, She signed up for cable television just for the country music channel.
After a very busy day, Kelda Stringer, 65, takes a nap as country music plays on the television.
After a soothing foot bath, Kelda Stringer, 65, dries Mrs. Fairchild’s feet.
In the evening after thirteen hours of work, Kelda Stringer, 65, cares for Mrs. Lois Fairchild through the night.
Kelda Stringer’s day begins long before daylight and ends after dark.
Kelda Stringer, 65, finds a convenient place for a dollar bill as she makes change.
Robert Parrish puts the final shine on a pair of boots.
Robert Parrish also is a custodian for the city of Monticello.
Sweeping is one of Robert Parrish’s custodial jobs at City Hall.
Robert Parrish’s first shine of the day is for a customer of more than thirty years.
Robert Parrish talks with Doug Burchett who stopped by for burgers.
Merl Bell shoots it out with Danny Hicks and comes out wounded from the playful game as he makes his way across the street.
Merl Bell shoots it out with Danny Hicks and comes out wounded from the playful game as he makes his way across the street.
Merl Bell shoots it out with Danny Hicks and comes out wounded from the playful game as he makes his way across the street.
Merl Bell shoots it out with Danny Hicks and comes out wounded from the playful game as he makes his way across the street.
Danny Hicks stands on a light pole on the downtown square.
65 year-old Kelda Stringer
65 year-old Kelda Stringer
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