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William May talks about his upbringing on a ranch in Steamboat Springs and his life as a rancher, hunting guide, and outfitter. He plays guitar and sings songs that his father and others handed down to him, and songs that he made up. He tells stories from his life, and stories that his father and others related to him. Songs that he sings during the interview include: Mickey Mouse, Little Duck, Cuatro, Little Joe the Wrangler, Home on the Range, Oh...
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Jack Smillie talks about writing the book Cowboys are People at the urging of his first wife, who wanted him to write his life story. He remembers his time in the US Army during World War I, when he was stationed stateside and achieved the rank of lieutenant. He recalls working on a ranch in Granby, where he met the artist Harold Bryant. He speaks about encountering extreme weather, how it affected travel, and working to clear snow. He talks about...