In late October 1938, Harry Ferguson of England brought a Ferguson-Brown tractor with a hydraulically-controlled hitch to the U.S. and demonstrated his tractor and attached implements to Henry Ford.

I bought this one for $1100, with a blade, set of discs, plow, and a few other gizmos. I've got maybe $500 into parts this year, plus another $300 for chains. Even with new tires next year (and other ...