Like many Midwestern towns, Huntley was founded on farming. And for much of Huntley's history, farming was the main source of revenue for the town, especially dealing with the dairy industry. But like many suburban towns, farms and the fields have given way to big box stores and subdivisions. So when someone mentions the thought of a cattle drive down Main Street, it can be hard to imagine. Well imagine no more! The below photo depicts just that. This was a herd of dairy cattle from one of two main cattle dealers in Huntley. It is quite possible that this herd was from wealthy cattle dealer E. E. Keating, and that he was moving them to his stock barns located in town. Truth is, we'll probably never know, but just imagine looking out your window down town now and seeing a cow grazing in your front yard!
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