![]() Stan Richards describes "Fresh water and a safe campsite." It could take days to reach your next destination.įinding a safe place to camp undisturbed that had good clean water nearby and had plenty of firewood made the perfect camp.įinding this symbol was a relief, especially after a long walk. Henry Dreyfuss - Symbol Sourcebook - Sign #14 Henry Dreyfuss - Symbol Sourcebook - Sign #13ĭan Beard - The American Boys' Book of Signs Signals and Symbols - 1918 - Sign #38ĭan Beard - The American Boys' Book of Signs Signals and Symbols - 1918 - Sign #77 Henry Dreyfuss describes "You can camp here" If a bread symbol could be found, the chance of assembling a meal of simple ingredients was a chance of a full belly Hobos became very good misers and learned to making much out of little.Įven the less fortunate of homes generally could spare a slice of stale bread or leftover rolls. Henry Dreyfuss - Symbol Sourcebook - Sign #35 Henry Dreyfuss - Symbol Sourcebook - Sign #34ĭan Beard - The American Boys' Book of Signs Signals and Symbols - 1918 - Sign #39 Henry Dreyfuss describes "You can sleep in hayloft" The barn or hayloft was a good place to sleep or escape foul weather. They would know that either by sneaking or asking permission, There were many variations of this symbol but should a hobo discover one, It meant to take the long way around or trouble was sure to happen. The bad experience of others was communicated through the display of this symbol. Or to add you to their own private free labor work force. For no reason at all, police will arrest you and put you in jail to either keep favor with townspeople Henry Dreyfuss - Symbol Sourcebook - Sign #52ĭan Beard - The American Boys' Book of Signs Signals and Symbols - 1918 - Sign #31Īvoid places where you see this sign. Henry Dreyfuss describes "Police here frown on hobos" Stan Richards describes "(handcuffs) The Police here frown on hobos." See also - The Inter-mountain Farmer and Ranchman - 1902Īn open hand, with two arrows pointing in opposite ways, informs the wandering beggar that alms are given in those houses marked by the ciphers in front of the arrow heads. This same symbol without showing the top, would mean that this town is a “dry” town. This symbol shows an open mug which means that this town serves alcohol. (An upright dipper) There is alcohol in this town.Īn inverted dipper warns of impending temperance. Henry Dreyfuss - Symbol Sourcebook - Sign #33 SSoIH Note: "Alchohal" is how alcohol is spelled in his book. This symbol took the shape of an upside down cup and said that this town did not sell or allow alcohol.ĭon't try to buy it or even display it if you had it.Ī Philosophy of Tramping Leon Ray Livingston. Jeff Davis Explains Hobo Secret Code - 1922 Hobo Sign:Ī | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Zĭan Beard - The American Boys' Book of Signs Signals and Symbols - 1918 - Sign #79 SSoIH Hobo Sign Lookup Search on a sign name or common word in the description across multiple Hobo Signs. Not all signs are listed alphabetical but grouped by likeness. We have over 380 hobo signs that we have gathered over time. More recently, the LA Times released the podcast Dirty John, which follows the true-crime story of Debra Newell, a successful interior designer who falls for John Meehan – the ultimate hobosexual – a handsome man who seems to check all the boxes: attentive, available and successful only to have him worm his way into her heart and home, with deadly results.SSoIH Databank of Hobo Signs and sources. In 2014, “Joe the Homeless Millennial” made headlines when he allowed a film crew to follow him, documenting his days spent panhandling in Manhattan and his nights spent seducing women, so that he’ll have a place to stay. The hobosexual has also popped up in pop culture as of late. When Nadia discovered he was using her garden shed to store stolen bicycles, she had to enlist the help of several burly male friends to officially evict him from her life. Over the course of the next six months, her friends and family watched as this guy ate her food, borrowed money and collected unemployment checks, all from the comfort of her couch. He was still living with his ex-girlfriend when he met my friend and decided she was “the one.” Within a week of dating Nadia, he’d packed up his stuff and moved into her place. A few years ago, my friend Nadia got wrapped up with one of these characters. If you’re thinking, “who does that?” the answer is, well, a lot of people. The next issue of Your Midday Sun will soon be in your inbox. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. Manage Print Subscription / Tax ReceiptĪ welcome email is on its way.
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