Clydesdales

August 2, 2022

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My great grandfather, Everard Alvin Cox had a team of two draft horses. They were big old guys, not Clydesdales, but approximately the same size. He was able to hire them out for $2.00/day because he had a team. He loved those horses, and they kept his family well fed. It was a heartbreaking day when one of them fell in a ditch and broke its leg and had to be put down. My uncle Clair said my great grandfather was heartbroken over not just the loss of income, but a dear daily companion.

I love to see the Clydesdales when they come to town, because even though they are just for show, they make me feel closer to family.

Here’s a link to all the photos I got that day:

Clydesdales