Hobo Pocket Contents! [ 1930s Classic Hobo ]

Join us as we unpack the history of the 1930s hobo with our deep dive into the classic hobo pocket contents, revealing the tools and treasures that helped them navigate the challenges of daily life and the art of train hopping. Discover the ingenious items and personal belongings that enabled hobos to work, travel, and live during the Great Depression, offering a unique glimpse into the resourceful lifestyle of these wanderers.

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[TDC]

I not only appreciate learning the details of the yesteryear hobo's life, but that you treat the subject with rare dignity.

[terryrobinson]

My grandpa was born in 1915. Taught me to always carry a hankey, pocket knife and chapstick. Im 51 and have carried those since i cant remember.

[ryangentry]

The tallow candle (AND as an emergency snack) is a new bit of knowledge for me! Always learn something new on this channel!

[markcooper]

Love your channel. I'm 74 and remember my uncle Bill Telling me about riding the rails. The hobo jungles and all the little tidbits of info that you bring up .He taught us a song from the day called HOBO BILL . Started with., RIDIN ON AN EAST BOUND FREIGHT TRAIN SPEEDING THROUGH THE NIGHT 2:19

[Georgecobb-sv]

James, you are doing an incredibly good job with the Hobo series. ALL the items carried by the Hobo were TIMELY for the days in which they lived; and they are TIMELESS with regard to usefulness & practicality! Thank you. God bless you, my friend!

[cavemanNCC]

I keep quarters in a small wax caves pouch with a leather tie, a K-Bar pocket knife, dog whistle, mini flashlight, Zippo or Bic, 12ft. of cord, lip balm, compass & map of my town and reading glasses . These things never leave my pockets . 😁😁😁

[kacythomas]

As far as I know my grandfather wasn't ever a hobo, but he carried everything you listed except the candle and then he also carried a white hankie.

[tennesseesmoky]

James, I really like that hobo fishing kit. You should consider doing a hobo fishing episode on your channel. Small creek with a little moving water and some deeper pools. Make shift fishing pole and your hobo fishing kit. Even take it a step further to include a basic shore lunch featuring the catch of the day all fried up. Just a thought… thank you for continuing to share this hobo series with us.

[jwarehouse]

A pocket watch collector taught me the proper way to close a hunter style case like the one you have on this watch. Always press the button on the winder when closing and do not snap the front cover shut. This prevents wear on the cover rim where the latch engages. The steel of the latch is usually much harder than the case cover.

[deadmansshoes]

wow, except for the fishing kit, i still carry a lot of this stuff every day in modern times, funny how some things never change, thank you

[daveburklund]

My grandpa always carried a candle stub to rub on saw blades to lubricate them to keep them from sticking. I do the same when in the woods. It works.

[johnsandell]

Maury Graham is smiling down upon you for educating us on what Hobo are. That is what he did. Congratulations.

[Edcpatrol]

Love this series also love the old scouts series alot as that could be fun for us adults to do

[gregderichsweiler]

I always thought Hobos were bums, or homeless. Your content has educated me of an era I didn’t understand. You obviously have done your homework and research to bring us these great videos! Thank you.

[scottthomas]

My grandfather went through the Depression, and talked about hobos, and how they would feed them, and let them sleep in the barn.
They also carried cards and dice, and knew a variety of games.
It was a rough time back in the Depression..

[SysOpQueen]

@2:03 aw man i LOVE how you mentioned the grooming. Keeping yourself well kempt is still just as important today, you don't want to go before the judge or go into an interview or meeting lookin shabby! It's not WHAT you know, it's WHO you know; and that guy better be a sharp dresser!

[dragonslayer]

You do have a great collection of older stuff. Really neat to see that matchbox!

[Terry_weston]

Once again, a superb viewing of the past times of our lives.
Thank you.
Ps: I am also 74, going on 90. I feel that way.

[Hobomountainwander]

Men use to carry the following; handkerchief, pocket knife, pocket watch, and comb. These are things that my grandpa had, plus some change. How things have changed and another great video.