This was originally known as Van Gundy’s Motor Court (sometimes called the Pink Motel). It was owned and operated by Violet Virginia Van Gundy and her brother, Jack. Miss Van Gundy, who died in 2010, played “Baby Violet” on the “Our Gang” (“Little Rascals”) shows.
Elberton, Swainsboro, and Brunswick all have Coca-Cola buildings very similar to Tifton’s (likely designed by the same architect), which now houses a doctor’s office.
Photograph by Lewis Hine; Courtesy of the Library of Congress
Lewis W. Hine’s (1874 – 1940) photographs are credited with bringing to the national consciousness the plight of child laborers in early twentieth century America. Social historians consider these images a major influence on much-needed child labor reform.
Thanks to Ed Dorminey for historical background, which is visible in the comments section of this post.
This is known as the home of Mrs. Cassie Sears; thanks to Darcie Norton for the identification and history.
This building, originally the Tifton Post Office, is being renovated.
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