Category Archives: rodeo

The Old Horse Trader #9: Rodeo horse, cattle, & rope = trouble

Years ago, a rodeo cowboy from the Midwest had a fine calf ropin’ and bulldoggin’ horse named Lightning. The roan gelding’s exceptional ability kept him in popular demand on the rodeo circuit, for cowboys were often eager to “rent” a … Continue reading

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The Old Horse Trader #8–And A Mustang at Madison Square Garden

In his youth, horse trader Verne Upmier built up a thriving livery business by working hard to please his customers and being particular about the horses he used. He remembers one week when he bought ten supposedly well-broke horses through … Continue reading

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