Friday, November 3, 2017

Our Past Is Present November 3, 2017

November 3, 2017
            This is “Our Past Is Present” from the Geary County Historical Society.
            Today’s story is about a farm sale in 1898. It was a typical Kansas autumn day that greeted the very large crowd of farmers and business men who attended the Homan’s farm sale on Upper Dry Creek.  Auctioneer Campbell began the day’s work about 10 AM with an appropriate and witty speech putting everyone in a good mood.  Several horses were first offered.  There were ponies to full sized horses, which sold at prices ranging from $12.50 to $44.00 each.  These were thought to have been fair prices.  Cows were next, which went from $16.00 to $35.00 each.  Dinner was announced which consisted of crackers, cheese, bologna and excellent coffee.  The butter-making paraphernalia was sold following the dinner and then came the bidding on the barnyard. 
            The sale as a whole was described as an unqualified success and the large crowd seemed to enjoy themselves immensely.  It was a good day for a sale and those who attended were apparently satisfied with having been there. 
            This is another reminder to be sure to vote next Tuesday.  There are candidates for City Commission, School Board and the issue about the “New JCHS” on the ballot.  Exercise your right to vote on Tuesday, November 7. 

            

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