Boyd's Packing House

Boyd's Packing House
IndustryPork processing
Founded1872 (1872) in Omaha, Nebraska, United States
FounderJames E. Boyd
Defunct1882 (1882)
FateSold

Boyd's Packing House was the first packing house in Omaha, Nebraska.[1] Founded by Irish-born James Boyd in 1872, the plant processed pork initially. The plant was destroyed by fire January 18, 1880, and was rebuilt much larger.[2] Boyd sold his plant in 1887.[3]

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References

  1. ^ (1898) Chicago Securities. Volume 8. Chicago Directory Company. p 197.
  2. ^ "Boyd's Packing House", Andreas' History of Nebraska. Retrieved 8/28/10.
  3. ^ "James E. Boyd", Omaha Illustrated. Retrieved 8/28/10.


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