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The “Hobo code” was a universal system of communication used by poor migratory workers in the United States.
The Hobo communication code was a natural extension of the Hobo ethical code, which was an unwritten set of rules created for the betterment of all hobos. Since hobos were endangered by a variety of unfavorable circumstances, they realized that they could survive and find happiness only by caring for each other.
https://www.thevintagenews.com/2017/01/22/the-lady-who-enjoyed-dressing-as-boy-became-a-fearsome-pirate-the-life-and-times-of-mary-re
http://www.horailroad.com/hobo/hobo_codes.shtml
The Hobo communication code was a natural extension of the Hobo ethical code, which was an unwritten set of rules created for the betterment of all hobos. Since hobos were endangered by a variety of unfavorable circumstances, they realized that they could survive and find happiness only by caring for each other.
https://www.thevintagenews.com/2017/01/22/the-lady-who-enjoyed-dressing-as-boy-became-a-fearsome-pirate-the-life-and-times-of-mary-re
http://www.horailroad.com/hobo/hobo_codes.shtml
Communications
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Homeless
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Rover, wonderer, nomad, vagabond, call me what you will!
Very cool video, John. Thanks for sharing! Ever since I was a little one, "King of the Road" has been one of my favorite songs.
Very cool video, John. Thanks for sharing! Ever since I was a little one, "King of the Road" has been one of my favorite songs.
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interesting and really educational...
I remember seeing these on the Bridges and sings at the entrances to the towns and city as a child...
I remember seeing these on the Bridges and sings at the entrances to the towns and city as a child...
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