Donkey Engine / Steam Donkey
Is there any evidence to suggest the use of donkey was do its small size and low power that it was given a name relative to horse power?
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www.historylink.org/essays/output.cfm?file_id=5331This link seems to indicate that, the donkey engine was invented to replace animal power, during log-skidding operations. Though it does not mention...
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"As you will read in the April 1, 1884 issue of the Skagit News, the first steam donkey engine was used in Skagit logging camps that year. The year 1881 is generally declared the beginning of...
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Nice find Skibberoo. By the way, a male mule is called a John, Jack is for donkey or ass. I guess that qualifies as the eveidence you seek, Chris. Interesting period of history.Rich
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Thank you, both. It appears that my source is correct.
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