The American Hobo

In America, money and financial gains are considered important yardsticks of success. Thus it comes as no surprise that people who do not share such ambitions are looked down upon by society. Such people, especially those without residence are called lazy and good for nothing, but perhaps worst of all, they are lumped together under the generic label "homeless." This is of the greatest insult of all, for many are merely homeless or street people, …

…their separate ways. Thus the hobo life continues even in time of economic success, even with tight railroad security and shelter for the homeless the ways of the hobo continue. The camaraderie and tight bonds of hoboes will always carry on. And as long as there is always a warm meal and a place to sleep for someone willing to do an honest days work the hobo will never truly vanish. By Max Delano Glaser