Pictured above are the late James ‘Jim’ Hudspeth and his grandson, David Bailey, on one of the many horses he used to plow 60-plus acres to plant corn, peas, and watermelons.
Features, Lifestyle
LaSalle Legends and Lore: A Horse, a Plow, and Sweat of the Brow
Before and during the WWII era, everyday life for LaSalle and area residents lived differently than it does today. The few who are around and who remember can tell of the limited availability of staple goods, self-sustainability, and the power of a man, his horse, and a plow to provide for his family.
