168 THE PORTRAIT GALLERY 
chased the 320 acres that were the original site of the Union 
Stockyard, and induced the other railroads to combine for its 
utilization. After organizing its activities to the widest degree, 
Mk. SHERMAN returned to Poughkeepsie, N. Y., with his family, 
where he remained for a period of about two years. The devel- 
opment of the stockyards, however, required his return, and he 
came back as general superintendent, and later president of the 
Yards. In 1897 he resigned, but maintained his interest as a 
director until his death, February 25, 1902. The growth of the 
Yards was phenomenal and by the early 80’s from 8,000 to 
10,000 cattle a day were handled. This made it the largest 
market in the world at the time, a prestige that has been main- 
tained until the present day. A large debt is owed by the public 
to Mr. SHERMAN for the thoroughness and foresight of his organ- 
ization. 
