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Swift Plant in Fort Worth This photo was taken about 1915 based on the automobiles shown. Obviously a celebration is about to begin as the main building is decorated, perhaps related to the annual Stock Show. A Historic Marker at the site reads as follows: "A leading national meatpacking firm by the 1880s, Swift & Co. adopted a practice of opening branch plants nearer the source of supply. Attracted to Texas by the state's vast livestock herds, the company chose this site for a new operation as a result of efforts by the Fort Worth Stock Yards Company. The plant opened in 1903 and soon had a dramatic impact on the economy of the city and the state. It also spawned several support businesses, including a railway company and publishing firm. The Swift plant remained in operation until 1971." Click to view larger image - (548 KB) |
