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Les Gilmore and herd in Peavine Valley.
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History: B. C. Rancher Picks Peavine Valley

Reprinted from the January 1952 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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B. C. Rancher Picks Peavine Valley By A. J. Dalrymple, Vancouver, B. C. ‘When the pioneers were pushing northward through the Cariboo to the gold bars of the Fraser, the Horsefly River, the diggings of Barkerville, and other points, they crossed two streams just beyond Williams Lake; and with the grim humor of the day, […] Read more
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History: As the Cattleman Sees the Problem of World Nutrition

Reprinted from the December 1951 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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As the Cattleman Sees the Problem of World Nutrition By Gran MacEwen, Associate Editor ‘If someone were to ask, “What is a farmer or rancher?”, a reasonable answer would be “a manufacturer”. Perhaps he cannot qualify for membership in the Canadian Manufacturer’s Association but still his main purpose is to direct the manufacture of carbohydrates, […] Read more
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History: Stampede Managers and Contestants Meet

Reprinted from the January 1952 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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Stampede Managers and Contestants Meet By Lorne Stout, Calgary, Alta. ‘The Cowboys and Canadian Stampede Manager’s Associations held their annual meeting in Calgary in an atmosphere of cordiality marking a high in relations between the C.S.M.A. and the Cowboy’s Protective Association. There was none of the wrangling that has marked some sessions in the past. […] Read more
History: Big Gap Stampede
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History: Big Gap Stampede

Reprinted from the January 1951 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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Big Gap Stampede By Mrs. Anne E. Spreight, Cairns, Alta. There have been many famous stampedes, but one of the most unique was the Rancher’s Roundup and Barbecue. It started simply enough. A number of ranchers in the Neutral Hills of Central Alberta wanted to hold a get together with the usual western attractions. It […] Read more
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History: The 76 Ranch on the Powder River: Part 2

Reprinted from the December 1951 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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The 76 Ranch on the Powder River: Part 2 By Herbert O. Brayer ‘During the period of stress, Frewen evolved the spectacular plan of shipping literally millions of head of range cattle to meat-hungry Britain for finishing and marketing. It was this program that first earned him international attention and no little fame. The plan […] Read more
The ‘D. A. Thomas’ carried settlers and trading supplies up the Peace to Fort St. John. She also took out settlers’ produce and livestock.
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History: Pathfinding Beyond the Peace (conclusion)

Reprinted from the December 1951 issue of Canadian Cattlemen


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Pathfinding Beyond the Peace By Philip H. Godsell, F.R.G.S. , Former Inspecting Officer for the Hudson’s Bay Company ‘Leaving the Fontas River we paddled to Fort Nelson, and hundred miles to the northward where I found Mr. Hooker of the Hudson’s Bay Company. After vainly attempting to negotiate a swift Sickannie Chief River and push […] Read more
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History: Yards embargo at Calgary

Reprinted from the November 1951 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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By Kenneth Coppock, editor Weather is a factor over which cattlemen have no control. With favorable weather conditions and moderate prices cattlemen can experience a prosperous year. With unfavorable weather throughout the year and despite high prices the year may result in a loss from operations. Industry leaders in their discussion with government leaders on […] Read more
Fort St. John, a century-and-a-half old trading post.
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History: Pathfinding Beyond the Peace – Part 1

Reprinted from the November 1951 issue of Canadian Cattlemen


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Pathfinding Beyond the Peace By Philip H. Godsell, F.R.G.S. ‘In 1912 the author hunted moose with Beaver Indians north of Fort St. John. In 1925 he was sent to the same country again by the Hudson’s Bay Company to open an overland road and establish trading posts to drive out the “free traders”. Here he […] Read more
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History: Some Considerations in the Selection of Feeder Cattle

Reprinted from the November 1951 issue of Canadian Cattlemen


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Some Considerations in the Selection of Feeder Cattle By J. W. Grant MacEwan, Winnipeg, Manitoba ‘After one has made the decision to purchase feeders for winter fattening and has assessed his feed supplies, the next logical consideration will have to do with the particular class of cattle to be selected. The operator may ask himself […] Read more

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