Starting in San Francisco in 1854; the California State Fair and Exposition began as a vehicle to showcase; encourage; and expand Californias agricultural industry. It quickly became an attraction for thousands of residents; both local and from across the state. By 1884; it occupied the largest exhibit hall in the United States. Within 100 years; it became the largest fair in the country by adding horse racing; elaborate exhibits from every county in the state and from around the world; thrill rides; top-flight entertainment; and; of course; the best food. The original goal of the fair was met some 50 years ago; as California remains the nations top producer of agricultural products.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Fascinating Photos of a Bygone EraBy jmhMany fascinating photos - my favorite was the farmer feeding his bull a can of Pepsi. (It said the bull wouldnt drink Coke) Takes you back to the way things were on a family farm before technology took over.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Pictures of the pastBy C. NessIf you come from a farming family of Carroll County. I strongly suggest that you buy this book. Farming is a dying trade in our county. and this book helps restore some of that trade. The book is mostly pictures. but there are some small descriptions of families that are in the pictures. My family is in many of the photos. so of course I jumped at the chance to purchase this book to remember my grandfather.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Farming in Carroll County (MD) Images of AmericaBy Jeanne E. ShaferA wonderful book that records history of agriculture in Carroll County and makes a truly wonderful gift to someone who grew up in the County.
