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Ransom Farm Expands Amid Town Growth And Dairy Heritage
The Ransom Farm, once linked to coal mining and a highway through Ransomville, grew dairy operations with Guernsey cattle. Cap Ransom brought the first registered Guernsey in 1906, leading to national show wins, a 40 cow herd, ongoing testing, and plans to expand pending Highway 1 35 construction. Bill Ransom manages with Eldon Hoyt and Ira Randel. the farm emphasizes records, culling, and monthly veterinary checks while facing deer and disease challenges.
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Jeh
Cap
Ransom
Ransom Farm
Kansas City
Burlington and Santa Fe
Kansas
Pittsburg
Chautauqua County
New York
W. G. Ransom
W. G
Dauntless
Edgemoor
Max
Ira Randel