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Scene in a stock Yard - Kansas City, Missouri
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Scene in a stock Yard - Kansas City, Missouri
Scene in a stock Yard - Kansas City, Missouri, USA. Aggregate value of livestock handled annually (at the time this card was published) was $200, 000, 000.00 ! Date: circa 1920s
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Beef Cattle Cows Kansas Livestock Meat Missouri Pens Steer Steers Stock Yard Stockyard
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Step back in time to the bustling scene of a Kansas City, Missouri stock yard in the 1920s. This photograph captures the energy and activity of the livestock industry during an era when agriculture was a major economic force in the United States. The aggregate value of livestock handled annually at this stock yard reached an impressive $200,000,000.00. In the heart of the Midwest, Kansas City served as a key hub for the transportation and sale of cattle, making it a focal point for farmers and ranchers from across the region. The image showcases a mosaic of activity, with steers of various sizes and ages gathered in pens, ready for market inspection. Cows graze in the background, while workers and buyers move about the yard, engaging in negotiations and transactions. The stock yard, with its intricate system of pens and chutes, was a testament to the efficiency and organization of the beef and meat industry. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of farming and livestock production in the United States during the 1920s. The 20s, often remembered for their cultural and social innovations, were also a time of significant growth and progress in the agricultural sector. This scene in a Kansas City stock yard stands as a reminder of the vital role livestock played in shaping the American economy and the daily lives of rural communities.
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