Near Syracuse in Davis County, Utah — The American Mountains (Southwest)

Tractors

Photographed By Connor Olson, April 16, 2021

1. Tractors Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

After 1900, farming activities increased on the Island.

Tractors became the most important piece of equipment at the ranch.

The first tractor you see is a 1929 Case Model L. This tractor pulled plows, powered belt-driven saws and threshing machines.

The second tractor is a 1948 Ford 8N. This light duty tractor towed hay mowers, wagons, harrows and grain binders.

The third tractor is a 1956 Massey Ferguson. Fondly referred to as "The Beast," it pulled heavy equipment needed to plant and harvest crops.

Erected by Utah State Parks.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Agriculture. A significant historical year for this entry is 1900.

Location. 40° 55.616′ N, 112° 10.034′ W. Marker is near Syracuse, Utah, in Davis County. Marker can be reached from Antelope Island Road. THe marker is located at Fielding Garr Ranch Historic Site, Antelope Island State Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Syracuse UT 84075, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Rippers (within shouting distance of this marker); Trucks

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Transportation (within shouting distance of this marker); The Fielding Garr Ranch (within shouting distance of this marker); Sickle Mowers (within shouting distance of this marker); Combines (within shouting distance of this marker); Bailers (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Horse-Drawn Wagons (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Syracuse.

1929 Case Model L image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Connor Olson, April 16, 2021

2. 1929 Case Model L

1948 Ford 8N image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Connor Olson, April 16, 2021

3. 1948 Ford 8N

1956 Massey Ferguson image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Connor Olson, April 16, 2021

4. 1956 Massey Ferguson

Credits. This page was last revised on April 26, 2021. It was originally submitted on April 20, 2021, by Connor Olson of Kewaskum, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 79 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 20, 2021, by Connor Olson of Kewaskum, Wisconsin. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.