Brands and cattle branding in early American ranching days
In the open range era branding separated cattle before fences. Brands spread from Mexico to the American West, while disputes over brands led to murder and violence. a legendary tale mentions Gilleland killing Poe, sparking a deadly shootout and a branded taint on a yearling marked with MUI.
Day of Hot Branding Iron Over Five New Techniques
Texas experts report freeze branding as a potential alternative to hot branding. The method uses dry ice and alcohol to chill an iron, producing permanent white hair with minimal skin damage. Researchers note experimental status and legal questions, with trials underway at colleges and investigations by officials.
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Quarter Horse Industry Growing and Texas Reunion Show
The Texas Cowboy Reunion endorses a Texas Cowboy Reunion Quarter Horse Show as part of West heritage. Since the American Quarter Horse Association Registry began in 1941, the breed has grown to 387,787 entries by 1965 with 52,512 added in 1964 and more than 58,000 in 1965. The breed excels in roping, cutting, rodeo, and sprint racing, while youth programs like 4H and riding clubs expand the industry.
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Texas Dept of Safety Reports 1964 Traffic Fatalities
The Texas Department of Safety logged 3 006 traffic fatalities on streets and highways during 1964.
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