History of the Beef Cattle Industry in Illinois by Frank Webster Farley
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"History of the Beef Cattle Industry in Illinois" by Frank Webster Farley is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the significant developments of beef cattle production in Illinois, from its origins with early settlers to the evolution of the industry into the 19th century. It explores various factors influencing cattle farming, including changes in breeding, marketing practices, and the advent of the Chicago cattle market.
At the start of the book, Farley introduces the geographical and environmental context of Illinois, outlining how its topography provided both challenges and opportunities for cattle farming. He discusses early settlement patterns and the importance of water sources for livestock health, which were pivotal in shaping cattle raising practices. The narrative highlights key historical figures and trends in the cattle industry while laying the groundwork for an exploration of the cattle feeding practices, market dynamics, and the transition from local production to a more commercialized beef industry in the ensuing chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Farley, Frank Webster, 1888- |
|---|---|
| Title | History of the Beef Cattle Industry in Illinois |
| Credits |
Produced by Richard Tonsing, The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SF: Agriculture: Animal culture |
| Subject | Beef cattle -- Illinois -- History |
| Subject | Cattle trade -- Illinois -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 50420 |
| Release Date | Nov 10, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 412 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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