The Life of William Dempster Hoard

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George William Rankin

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Biography: historical, political & military; History of the Americas; Political leaders & leadership; Animal husbandry; Local history

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""The Life of William Dempster Hoard"" is a definitive biographical study of one of the most influential figures in the history of American agriculture. Authored by George William Rankin, this work chronicles the remarkable journey of a man who transformed the dairy industry and served with distinction as the 16th Governor of Wisconsin.

Known widely as the ""Father of Modern Dairying,"" William Dempster Hoard's life is a testament to the power of vision and persistence. The narrative explores his advocacy for scientific farming methods and his tireless promotion of the dairy cow as a catalyst for economic prosperity. From his early years and Civil War service to his rise as a prominent publisher, the book details his instrumental role in founding ""Hoard's Dairyman,"" a publication that became the cornerstone of agricultural education for generations of farmers. Rankin provides a comprehensive look at Hoard's political career and his unwavering commitment to educational reform and the advancement of rural life.

This work stands as an essential record of a visionary leader whose dedication to agricultural excellence and public service helped shape the character of the American Midwest. It offers readers a profound insight into the intersection of industry innovation and political leadership during a transformative era in United States history.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

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As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: George William Rankin
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 567g
ISBN: 9781025800738
ISBN 10: 1025800737
Pages: 280
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active