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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1887
Page
5
Special correspondence describes Washingtons and Capitol area stables. Stanford, Scott, and presidents stables show diverse layouts, costs, and comfort aims. Notable figures including Grant, Sherman, and cabinet members are noted for horses, carriages, and access to raffish turnout amid a thriving Washington horse culture.
The article describes Senator Stanford's prized equine assets including a gigantic turnout weighing over a ton valued at $4,000, praised for its light springs and comfort. It notes his stock of horses and carriages, the Lone Horse venture, and a 1886 tally of horse values, mentioning Fred Crocker and related figures, with references to a high offer of $15,000 and various losses and costs.
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