Barn, 1880s Cattle Ranch by bmac62
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Described in 1883 as "the best improved farm in Chase county," [Kansas] the Spring Hill Farm and Stock Ranch became a showpiece for cattleman Stephen F. Jones and his wife Louisa. In 1878 they came to Kansas from Colorado wishing to graze cattle on the "fine prairie grasses" of the Flint Hills and then ship them by rail to market in Kansas City.
BARN: This massive 60 x 110 foot limestone barn was used to house animals, shelter equipment, and store the hay and grain that fed the livestock during the winter months. In 1885, Jones' livestock numbered 200 swine, 30 horses, 8 milk cows, 4 mules and hundreds of cattle foraging on the ranch's prairie grasses. The barn was built into the side of a hill for natural insulation and access.
Bill
"Walnut"
Comments (33)
Rainastorm
Wow Bill this is such a cool looking barn and awesome location! Wonderful post!
lyron
Cool picture!!
nikolais
bravo!