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New York's Livestock
Why did the chicken cross the road? Oh, that's not how it goes, how about this: Why did the chicken jaywalk? Because there were no cars! Here's a look at some farm animals on the streets of New York City.
John Vanderveer Farm
This horse lived on the Vanderveer Farm in Flatbush, Brooklyn.
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Sheep Meadow
The namesakes for "Sheeps Meadow" trimmed and manicured Central Park's lawn. Their shepherd lived in what is now the "Tavern on the Green" restaurant.
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Long Meadow
Prospect Park had a similar setup, and these grazers were an important part of park maintenance.
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Pier 78
A herd of black sheep arrive at Pier 78.
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70 20th Avenue
Goats climbing on lumber opposite the Rapelye House.
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627 West 39th Street
This flock was also held at "Abbatoir Row," the name for the area at the time.
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