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 Dal Houston
I am terribly saddened by all the argumentative discourse that seems to be going on in today’s world. It seems as though it is no longer enough just to disagree on certain issues. We are expected to classify someone as an enemy if they do not always agree with us on all issues, lest we be considered weak.
To make things even worse, because those who disagree with you are now considered enemies, the sentiment seems to be that it is only fair and proper to destroy them, because they are the enemy, again with the fear of ridicule for being weak if we do not fight.
With all that said, and seemingly unrelated, I am a big John Wayne fan. From watching him dive into his role as a cowboy, to marveling at his time portraying a soldier or appreciating his acting gig as a sailor, there is seldom a week that goes by without me watching at least one
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By Martha Crump
That old adage, “What you don’t know won’t hurt you.,” may have some basis in truth when applied to minor situations. However, when what you don’t know is presented in the form of a “Trojan Horse” and is what amounts to an incredible attempt to fleece American property rights, it becomes a different story altogether.
To put this unbelievable tale together, we need to step back to Joe Biden’s 2021 Executive Order which pledged commitment to help restore balance on public lands and waters, to create jobs, and to provide a path to align the management of America’s public lands and waters with our nation’s climate, conservation, and clean energy goals.
To read more, pick up a copy of the April issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
By Lacey Vilhauer
Ingredients:
1 whole lemon, seeded and roughly chopped
2 cups sugar
2 pounds strawberries, hulled
Juice of 1 to 2 lemons
¼ cup water
Directions:
Place the chopped lemon and sugar in a food processor and pulse until combined. Transfer to a large bowl. Puree the strawberries in a food processor and add to the lemon mixture along with juice of one lemon and water. Taste and add more juice as desired.
To read more, pick up a copy of the April issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
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