Moore, Monta 1974-03-15
Monta Moore, manager of the Post Montgomery Company (Double U Ranch) describes the company’s policies on agriculture.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Monta Moore
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: March 15, 1974
Location: Levelland, Texas
Interviewer: David Murrah
Length: 1 hour 15 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Gives background,
Raised on farm in Texas,
Lists jobs held in oil industry,
Employed by Post Montgomery Company,
(Double U Ranch),
Notes history of company,
Problems with ranching recalled,
Started improved breeding of cattle,
Range management programs remembered,
Discusses farming.
Tape 1, Side 2: Describes company policies on farming,
Corporation farming reviewed,
Comments on proposed Japanese mill near Levelland,
Cattle prices scrutinized,
Problems with feedlots noted,
Explains management practices.
Range Dates: None Given
Bulk Dates: None Given
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