Pierce, William Dwight

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Noted farmer and livestock breeder of South Charleston, Clark County, Ohio was first farmer in the county to use selective breeding of shorthorn cattle to improve his herds following the precedents established by the Renick brothers of Ross County, Ohio.

From the description of William D. Pierce journal, 1835-1874 (bulk 1835-1865). (Ohio Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 44924944

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creatorOf Pierce, William D. William D. Pierce journal, 1835-1874 (bulk 1835-1865). Ohio History Connection, Ohio Historical Society
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correspondedWith Flower, George, 1780-1862 person
correspondedWith Renick, George person
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Ohio
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Agricultural implements
Cattle
Cattle
Cattle trade
Shorthorn cattle
Wool industry
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Active 1835

Active 1874

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