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Cattle ranching became more profitable in the 1870s because of the railroad. It cost much less to send cattle or their meat using the railroad.
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When did rubber tapping start?
jun 14,2004 rubber tapping is hard work,it can start as early as 2 am.
What is sphingoglycolipids?
Sphingoglycolipids are a type of complex lipid molecule that contain a sphingosine backbone linked to a fatty acid and a carbohydrate chain. They are found in cell membranes and play important roles in cell recognition, signaling, and communication. Examples include cerebrosides and gangliosides.
What was the name of the wright brothers' cat?
The Wright brothers had a cat named Otis; named after a brother who had died in infancy. Between the birth of Wilbur (1867) and Orville (1871), their mother had twins Otis and Ida in 1870; but the twins died in infancy.
How big do chickens grow.?
It depends on the breed. There are Banties that only grow as big as a pigeon all the way up to the Brahma originally from China known for years as the "king of chickens" and the Jersey Giant developed in the 1870's in New Jersey.
Bear vs lion?
In a fight between a bear and a lion, the outcome would depend on the specific species of each animal and various factors such as size, age, health, and location. Generally, a grizzly bear would likely have the advantage over a lion due to its size and strength. However, a lion's agility and speed could be advantageous in certain scenarios.
Why was cattle ranching so profitable in the 1870?
Because there was such a high demand for meat and leather. And the cattle owners did not have to own but simply a few acres of land by the water in the west to keep thousands of cattle, the rest of the land belonged to the states. And the cost of transportation was so cheap.
What 1870 invention helped ranchers control their cattle?
Barbed wire, it would kinda sting the cattle if they touched it
Where did bill Pickett grow up?
Bill Pickett grew up in Taylor, Texas. Born in 1870, he was raised in a family that valued hard work and resilience. His experiences in Texas, particularly with cattle ranching and rodeo events, shaped his future career as a famous cowboy and rodeo performer.
What Old cattle town that starts with s?
Schuyler, Nebraska was a cattle town in 1870. Cattle were driven to Schuyler and loaded onto Union Pacific Railroad trains.
How did ranchers move cattle to the east during the 1870?
During the 1870s, ranchers moved cattle to the East primarily through cattle drives along established trails, such as the Chisholm Trail and the Goodnight-Loving Trail. Cowboys would herd large groups of cattle over long distances to railheads, where the cattle would be loaded onto trains for transport to eastern markets. This method allowed ranchers to capitalize on the growing demand for beef in the East, while also navigating the challenges of rough terrain and varying weather conditions. The cattle drives were a key aspect of the American West's ranching culture during this period.
How did ranchers move cattle to east during 1870?
Ranchers hired cowboys to gather and drive the cattle east. The expansion of the railroads shortened the cattle drive, enabling the cowboys to simply drive the cattle to the nearest rail stockyard.
When did education become compulsory?
1870
When did Yukon become?
july 15 1870
When and how did Christmas become an offical government holiday?
1870
When did the Northwest Territory become a province?
it was a territory in 1870
What did a cowboy do?
Calling someone a cowboy in 1870 meant that he was intimate with cows. The correct term is wrangler, one who took care of cattle and horses.
Who was Maverick?
Samuel Augustus Mavrick 1803-1870, Texas cattle and land baron who refused to brand his cattle. He gave his name to the meaning both an unbranded range animal as well as a slang term for someone who exhibits a streak of stubborn independence.
