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CATTLE BRANDS
SINGLETON
The stock inspector, Mr. G. R. Freeman, has reported that a circular has been received, proposing to alter the position of brands on large stock, especially of cattle. The proposal originated with the Tanners and Leather Association, who pointed out that there was a loss in the value of hides to the amount of £100,000. He was of the opinion that if the branding were altered, and an increased price for hides given, not one penny would go into the pockets of either the breeders or fatteners of cattle. There was not the least doubt that the best place to brand a beast was on the cheek, but this could be only done when a calf. When cattle were branded high on the body it was much easier for an owner to pick out his cattle when looking through a mob.
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