Tribute to TLBAA Board Member Harvey Rasmussen Announced By The Texas Longhorn Breeder’s Marketing Alliance
Texas Longhorn Breeder:
On behalf of “The Texas Longhorn Breeder’s Marketing Alliance”, you are cordially invited to the FIRST ANNUAL LONGHORN LEGENDS AWARD BANQUET to be held at the Doral Tesoro Hotel & Golf Club, Alliance/Ft. Worth (3300 Championship Parkway) on October 27th starting at 5pm.
The agenda will consist of the following:
- Cocktails 5 pm
- Dinner 6 pm
- “A Tribute to Harvey Rasmussen” 7 pm
- Heifer Sale 8 pm
- “Selling approximately 24 Heifers from the Marketing Alliance breeding programs”
Everyone is welcome and there is no charge for the event. The event is sponsored by the hosts. Please RSVP to Lorinda Valentine (254) 584-2218. Comfortable dinner dress is applicable, and all donations are welcome to help cover expenses.
“Mr. Harvey” has been an integral part of the Texas Longhorn Business for 25 years and his many friends attest to his popularity. He helped make The Gulf Coast Affiliate a name akin to Longhorn Cattle, and pushed the Texas Longhorn Sale at the Houston Livestock Show to the “TOP”. We have witnessed Mr. Harvey’s participation in many Longhorn events with his ever-present smile and his love for life, his friends, his ranch and Longhorns. This prince and gentleman deserves to be recognized in true Texas sized fashion.
For anyone needing overnight reservations, please call the Doral Hotel reservations department direct at (817) 961-0800, and be sure to specify reservations for the “LONGHORN LEGEND’S BANQUET” on October 27, 2007 in order to get your special group rate. Please “RSVP” Lorinda to avoid a $40 dinner charge.
Friends, join us as we pay tribute to Mr. Harvey, for a night of fun and excitement to help promote our Texas Longhorn Cattle and strengthening our Longhorn Market.
Sincerely,
The Texas Longhorn Breeder’s Marketing Alliance
Download a printable invitation here
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BEVO of the Ball! University of Texas Mascot Makes Surprise Appearance at UT 2007-2008 Moov-in Kick Off Party
TLBAA member Floyd Hoelting, Director of Housing and Food at the University of Texas at Austin, had a surprise guest attend his 2007-2008 Moov-in Kick Off Party – BEVO, the pride and joy of TLBAA members John and Betty Baker, Liberty Hill, TX.
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JoEllen and Floyd Hoelting, Austin, TX; University of Texas Mascot BEVO; Betty and John T. Baker, Liberty Hill, TX.
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The party was held August 4, 2007, and featured live music, a Cajun shrimp boil and plenty of fun. After BEVO made his entrance the party shifted into high gear as guests took plenty of pictures for their scrapbooks and everyone enjoyed having an icon of Texas at the party. The party is held before every fall semester for UT Housing and Food staff at Hoelting’s home in Austin, TX. Hoelting estimates that attendees took over 2,000 pictures with BEVO and everyone was excited to see the famous Longhorn.
Thanks to Floyd Hoelting and Mark Posey for supplying a picture from the party.
Upcoming Show Entry Deadline
Autobahn Motorcar Group Youth Scholarship Tour Kicks Off at State Fair of Texas
The Autobahn Motorcar Group Youth Scholarship Tour will begin the 2007-2008 season at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas on October 20-21, 2007. At the State Fair of Texas, TLBT Youth will have their chance to compete for $30,000 in scholarship funds made possible by the generosity of TLBAA members John and Diann Chase, Fort Worth, TX.
The Chase’s generosity has made a college education a reality for TLBT members and encouraged the youth to concentrate their energies toward breeding and showing Texas Longhorns. For more information about the Autobahn Motorcar Group Youth Scholarship Tour please visit their Web site.
Entry forms are available at the State Fair of Texas Web site. Please download the form and submit it to TLBAA Events Coordinator Pam Dodson at the TLBAA office by August 25, 2007.
West Texas State Fair Show Entries Due
West Texas State Fair entries are due this week for the September 11, 2007, show in Abilene, TX. Please call TLBAA Events Coordinator Pam Dodson at (817) 625-6241 as soon as possible to have your animals entered into the show.
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Upcoming Sale Information
2008 Legacy Sale Announced
March 21-23, 2008 – The Texas Longhorn Legacy Sale IV, Doral Tesoro Hotel and Golf Resort at Alliance Airport, Fort Worth, TX. For more information contact Joe or Lorinda Valentine at (254) 584-2218.
2008 Cattle Barons Premier Longhorn Sale (Previously “The Gathering”)
Cattle Barons Premier Longhorn Sale (Previously “The Gathering”) has been announced for March 15, 2008, Houston, TX. Contact Bill McMoran at (713) 248-2368 for more information.
Deadline for December Best at West Announced
The deadline for pre-catalog consignments for the December Best at West Sale is October 10, 2007. For more information please contact TLBAA Sales Manager Jim Curry at (817) 625-6241 or Jim@tlbaa.org.
TLBAA Members in the News
TLBAA Member Elected Mississippi State Senator
TLBAA Member Billy C. Hudson, Purvis, MS, recently won an election for the Mississippi State Senate District 45. Hudson beat incumbent State Sen. Ed Morgan and won by more than 55 percent of the vote with strong support from rural areas.
Hudson said in an article published in the Hattiesburg American newspaper that his top priorities are public safety transportation and taxation for his constituents. Read the full story on the Hattiesburg American Web site.
New Mexico TLBAA Affiliate Field Day Receives Article in Mountain Mail Newspaper
The Texas Longhorn Breeders of New Mexico will be having a field day this weekend at the home of TLBAA members Mike and Frances Hernandez in Datil, NM. The event has received coverage in the Mountain News, a local newspaper in western New Mexico. The article outlines the events for the weekend, which will include seminars and five speakers covering all aspects of breeding and marketing Texas Longhorns. One of the featured speakers will be former Trails Editor Carolyn Hunter. Other speakers will include TLBNM President Jim Johnson, Anthony, NM; TLBAA Board Member Dr. Fritz Moeller, Socorro, NM; Wade and Kristi Wilson, Alto, NM and Suzanne Smith, Socorro, NM. To read the full article on Mountain News click here. For more information about the field day see the TLBNM Web site here.
BLL Hondo’s Warrior Featured at 58th Annual Giles County Fair in Tennessee
The 58th Annual Giles County Fair began on Sunday, August 12, 2007, and will feature BLL Hondo’s Warrior; a steer owned by TLBAA members Gregg and Lori Beeson, Lewisburg, TN. At the fair attendees are welcome to guess the horn length and weight of Hondo’s Warrior.
TLBT Member Christopher Klaus to Have Surgery
TLBT Member and Former TLBT Vice-President Christopher Klaus, Georgetown, TX, will have throat surgery on August 21, 2007. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers during this time.
TLBAA Member’s Recipe Published in American Profile
TLBAA Member Wanda Taylor, Truth or Consequences, NM, recently had her recipe for New Mexico-Style Posole published in the June 24-30, 2007 edition of American Profile. The delightful dish is a combination of pork, onions and green chilies that makes the mouth water just reading the recipe. See the full recipe on the American Profile Web site here.
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Rails & Trails: Wichita Cowtown’s Historic Adventure
Submitted and written by Rick Thorne
On July 28th and 29th a very unique event took place within the confines of historic Cowtown. Texas Longhorn Steers slowly roamed the area along the Arkansas River. It was a fitting scene considering a hundred and fifty years ago the same scenario was played out not far away along the Chisholm Trail.
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A scene from the Wichita Cowtown Steer Drive. Photo by Rick Thorne. |
Around two hours west of Wichita near Bucklin, Kansas, sits the Moore Texas Longhorn Ranch. These wonderful animals freely roam the vast prairie on nearly 10,000 acres of land in that area of Kansas. The Moore family was more than glad to bring their precious steers to Wichita that sunny weekend. Nearly a hundred head of cattle arrived at Cowtown Friday July 27th. Housed on a large section of the farm, they freely roamed about with few cares that warm summer evening.
At one pm the following day a realistic gunfight took place in the center of Main Street. The same scene was played out more than one hundred a fifty years ago. Rough and tumble wranglers settled their disputes with Colt 45's both then and now. The intense echoes of gunfire shook innocent by-standers a few seconds later. Suddenly three bodies fell dead in the dusty streets of historic Cowtown. A few moments later the whistle blew and another successful gunfight had been recorded for posterity.
Not long after vibrant dance hall girls paraded their wares across the two-foot high stage in the Fritz Snitzler's Saloon. Weather beaten cowboys gulped down Cowtown Sarsaparilla as poker chips were tossed on dark green felt. A few minutes later the director shouted out over loud speakers, "Come one, Come all. It's time for the great American cattle drive." A few minutes later folk from all walks of life traveled down the weathered wooden boardwalk. Town’s folk were dressed in 1800's style clothing and it was hard to imagine one being in the 21st Century.
Hundreds of bystanders lined the dusty streets anxiously awaiting those awesome looking Longhorns. A few minutes later the theme song from "How The West Was Won" echoed in the crowded streets. Little children were constantly jumping around trying to figure out what would come next. Suddenly three horseback riders appeared between the meat market and the weigh station. One stout cowboy gently whipped his thick brown rope as he slowly made his way through town.
A few moments later the Longhorns poured into the dusty streets. They ranged in color combinations from black, white and various combinations of brown. All sizes and shapes of majestic steers played follow the leader as they walked behind the drovers on horseback. Baby calves closely followed their mothers as they hurried along the congested roadway. The weary steers gathered together from time to time feeling rather confused about the whole scene.
Suddenly a young wrangler shouted out, "Ho there! Come on now and get along." It seemed the steers were more afraid of the people than expected. Swirls of thick brown dust tore through the humid air as everyone looked on in total amazement. About ten minutes later it was over. The Longhorns were briskly steered back to the farm and the sheer joy of seeing these majestic steers had finally come to an end.
While these experiences are most enjoyable for those who appreciate old west history. The fact remains! Many such old west towns are in deep financial trouble. In the past pioneers of old paved the way for our comfortable lifestyles we so richly enjoy today. It would serve us well to help stimulate a renewed interest in the old west once again before it's gone forever in a swirl of dust.
ATLA 25th Anniversary Information
Alberta Texas Longhorn Association members are looking forward to ATLA’s 25th Anniversary to be held on September 1, 2, and 3 at Ron Walker’s ranch in Red Cliff, Alberta. All past and present members are invited to attend the gathering. For more information about the 25th Anniversary gathering contact Ron Walker at: (403) 548-6684.
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TLBAA Board Meeting Announced
There will be a TLBAA Board of Directors Meeting held at the Stockman’s Club in the Fort Worth Stockyards in Fort Worth, TX, on Monday, August 20, 2007, at 10:00 am. The Stockman’s Club is located in the Stockyards Station at 140 East Exchange Ave., Fort Worth, TX. For more information about the location please contact Pam Dodson at the TLBAA office.
NEW 2007 HORN SHOWCASE SHOW ENTRY FORMS AND SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
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Drought Conditions Update
Click here for information about the seasonal drought conditions and updated national drought information directly from The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Here is an additional weekly drought monitor from NOAA.
Weekly Hay Report from the Texas Department of Agriculture
Compared to last week: Hay prices across Texas remain steady this week. Weather has dried up in all areas with some areas experiencing high levels of humidity and producers are rapidly harvesting and baling hay in order to avoid losing crops to possible future rains. Supply has increased now that harvesting and baling has become easier with weather improvements. Trade activity is moderate and demand is moderate to good. Since pasture conditions remain excellent in most areas a slight decrease in demand is possible due to a reduced need for supplemental feeding. Demand is still very good for high quality horse or dairy type hay since it remains scarce, but some producers have noted that some higher quality hay may be made available soon if weather continues to permit normal harvesting procedures.
The State of Texas Department of Agriculture has the Hay and Grazing Hotline set up for buyers and sellers. The number is 1-877-429-1998. The Web site for TDA is www.agr.state.tx.us. For a hay report from a state other than Texas please click here.
E-Trails Note: To get your Association News front and center on the E-Trails, email the information to Cole@tlbaa.org.
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