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Rancher Earp's life spans sheep, land, and memory
Cooper reflects on TomienT Earp's ranching career from a Hereford heifer start to managing nearly 20,000 acres between Crane and Imperial. Earp preferred sheep over cattle, citing wool as drought insurance, and recalled a drop from 29 million to 7.5 million U.S. sheep. He fought predator issues in 1972 before lawmakers warned legislative riders would block aid. Earp spoke of family losses, writing along the way, and his wife Mimi's stroke recovery.
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Tomient Earp
Earp
George’ Cowden
Crane
Imperial
Setui
United States
Washington
Pecos River
House Agricultural
Mimi Earp
Tiny Earp