Cattle Cane Hays Farms Ltd vintage Oakville Ontario History

A fascinating piece of vintage ONTARIO AGRICULTURAL HISTORY. Old wooden crook-handled stockman's / livestock cane, prominently engraved: HAYS FARMS LTD Believed associated with the historic Hays Farms Limited of Oakville, Ontario, established by brothers Tom and Harry Hays. Hays Farms developed an international reputation in the Canadian purebred livestock industry, handling cattle sales and exports, including Holstein dairy cattle and Shorthorn beef cattle. The company was also associated with livestock sales at Toronto's famous Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. A wonderful piece of Oakville / Halton history and Canadian farming heritage. THE CANE: - Solid wood construction - Traditional large curved crook handle - Approximately 35 inches long - Crook approximately 6 inches across - HAYS FARMS LTD deeply engraved into the shaft - Attractive aged wood grain and original patina - Believed mid-20th century, possibly circa 1950s–1970s (exact age unknown) Original vintage condition with surface wear, marks, some old white paint/residue on the handle and wear to the wooden tip. See detailed photographs. An unusual collectible for enthusiasts of: - Oakville and Halton local history - Ontario agricultural memorabilia - Vintage livestock and cattle-show equipment - Canadian dairy and beef farming - Antique wooden canes and walking sticks - Royal Agricultural Winter Fair history - Rustic farmhouse and country décor An interesting conversation piece with a genuine historical company inscription. Sold as a vintage collectible / decorative stock cane, not as a certified mobility aid. $100.00 Cash or e-transfer. See my other ads too - over 300 wonderful quirky items Respectful, reliable seller - easy to deal with. See my feedback. Flexible re pickup. Elmsdale Road M4J 3M3 Donlands / O'Connor East York Don Mills south exit off DVP Just south of Leaside bridge