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August 2009

Author Louis L’Amour

By | Publications

Louis L’Amour (1908–1988) was born in Jamestown, North Dakota and is known as a prolific writer of western novels. He never completed high school but traveled to Oklahoma, Texas and New Mexico taking low paying jobs but exposing him to western lore. He served in the Army during World War…

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Vesicular Stomatitis Quarantine Lifted

By | Cattle, Ranches

News Release Texas Animal Health Commission Box l2966 * Austin, Texas 78711 * (800) 550-8242 * FAX (512) 719-0719 Bob Hillman, DVM * Executive Director For info, contact Carla Everett, information officer, at 1-800-550-8242, ext. 710, or ceverett@tahc.state.tx.us For immediate release: Vesicular Stomatitis Quarantine Lifted in Starr County, Texas; Continue…

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Silversmith Matt Hackett

By | Buckles

Famous silversmith Matt Hackett lives in Richmond, Texas. He is the sole provider of buckles for the Texas Rangers and has made buckles for both the Bush presidents. He’s known for his superb workmanship. Besides being a friend, I’m also a dealer for his buckles. You can find some of…

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Rotational Grazing

By | Cattle, Ranches

In the beef business there is increasing emphasis on how to best manage grass pastures for cattle. Moving cattle frequently among pastures seems to make for the healthiest grass lands – and as a result the biggest weight gains for cows. From David Burton at News-Leader.com “Rotational or management intensive…

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