Frank J. Buchman

Cowboy • Horseman • Writer

The Alexander Brothers Champion Cowboys in the Flint Hills and every rodeo arena

Biggest smiles and best ropers are the way everybody thinks of the Alexander brothers at Council Grove. Actually, it’s probably a flip whether big brother Bob or little brother Wayne are first reflected for never missing with their lariat or always knowing whoever they meet with a giant grin and congenial conversation soon leading to […]

Attractiveness only skin deep

“Beauty is all in the eyes of the beholder.” That familiar statement always comes to mind when passersby comment: “That sure is a beautiful horse.” Actually, Marvelous Mae is far from fitting that admiring description. Honestly, she’s a big headed, swaybacked, flat-footed, old bay nag with a shaggy mane.

Chisholm Trail Day Festival Saturday At Heritage Center Museum In Abilene

It’s time to saddle up and head to the 36th Annual Chisholm Trail Day Festival, Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Heritage Center Museum in Abilene. Located at 412 South Campbell, the festival will feature live entertainment on the main stage with Classic Heart, Jeff Davidson and Dave ‘Zerf’ Zerfas, said Jeff Sheets, Heritage Center Museum […]