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maintained. During the later years of feeding, only cross-bred 
Hereford-Shorthorn steers were produced, Mr. Kours believing 
firmly in the first cross for feeding purposes. These cross- 
breds were obtained by using Hereford bulls on cows of the 
Shorthorn foundation. About 1910 Mr. BoarpMan became gen- 
eral manager of the C-K ranch, and Mr. Kours curtailed 
slightly his operations. His death occurred in June, 1920, but 
he still lives rich in memories and inspiration to the veteran 
cattleman and stock owner. 
