Country Lifestyles
The Chronicle of W.C. (Crow) Wright
By Jessica Crabtree
It may come as a surprise to some that far beyond this century Denton County was considered “Horse Country USA” and the fact that horses played a huge roll in the development of the county. Considered one of the largest breeders known was W.C. (Crow) Wright.
His history coincides with a previous article of NTFR’s from the November issue titled, “Generations in one Place,” as we made mention of the removal and burial of John B. Denton. Crow Wright was among John B. Denton’s pall bearers who placed him at his final resting place on the southwest corner of the Denton Courthouse grounds.
This piece will revert back to the Civil War. As settlers and stockman restored their lives and contended with persisting Indian raids, renegades and thieves willing to scatter their herds, steal or kill the livestock for food, or kill the people brave enough to stand in their way. Cars were foreign objects, horse and buggies were still the means of transportation and women still rode side saddle.
Crow Wright originated from Clarksville in far East Texas. He was born Feb. 28, 1837, to James G. Wright and Sally Caruthers Wright. Wright graduated McKenzie College in 1856 and traveled west, making his way to Denton County in 1858.
Working a few years as a store clerk in Sherman, Wright saved his money and with his brother, Robert, the two traveled to Mexico in pursuit of Spanish mares. This is documented in both the book “Historic Denton County” as well as on the Texas State Historical website; however, there is speculation whether or not his father provided money for the horses and land.
To read more pick up a copy of the January 2017 NTFR issue.
By: Martha Crump
Most cattle producers can tell you quite a lot about balancing cattle diets for energy, protein, vitamins, and minerals based on the specific needs for their herd and type of operation.
A key factor, and one that is often overlooked, is that how your animals perform is also directly affected by their water intake.
Now many of you may already be thinking “well of course water is necessary, anybody knows that!”
In many years, as September marches into October, we are beginning to experience some return of rainfall. But as many of us know, that is not always the case. Often we are still experiencing hot and dry weather, and water supplies are dwindling.
When we find ourselves experiencing those types of fall conditions, it is critical to not only understand the daily water requirements for cattle, but also the impact that the quality of water can have on herd health and development.
To read more, pick up a copy of the October edition of North Texas Farm & Ranch magazine, available digitally and in print. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
By: Annette Bridges
A friend and I were recently talking about our husbands. She made a comment that I felt also perfectly described me and my hubby.
“He slows me and I hurry him. I’m sure that is why we do well together,” she said.
“Precisely!” I thought. Why?
Because when two different worlds collide, it can be magical.
No matter what those two different worlds are- a man and a woman with very different personalities, beliefs, or backgrounds, two partners with contrasting passions, strengths, or talents, or when a country boy marries a city girl.
To read more, pick up a copy of the October edition of North Texas Farm & Ranch magazine, available digitally and in print. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
Watauga, Texas, a suburb of Fort Worth, is known for its rich history as a railroad stop, but over the course of the last year, one teen girl has put it on the map for agriculture as well. Emma Harvey has lived in Tarrant County her entire life. Despite being highly involved in her local 4-H chapter, she still felt there was more she could do. In the spring of 2023, she stepped up to the plate to take over the title of Tarrant County Teen Miss Agriculture USA.
“It all started when I put in an application for the teen title here in Tarrant County,” explained Harvey.
The Miss Agriculture USA program is a national non-profit, age-inclusive pageant program that offers both competition and non-competition titles to women dedicated to the promotion of agriculture.
Read more in the October issue of North Texas Farm & Ranch magazine, available online and in print. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive NTFR in your inbox each week.
Photo by Hannah Claxton.
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