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Take a wild ride back into the frontier where every day is a struggle and opportunity can knock on your door any moment. Josiah Wright Mooar, weaves a thrilling story of survival, loss, and fortune in the unpredictable landscapes of the wild west. Settle in, as Josiah takes an arduous journey moving wood for the Army Post to make ends meet, and how his life takes an unexpected turn when he crosses paths with the legendary buffalo hunter, Jim White. Through his wisdom, and two decades of experience, he discover the potential goldmine that is buffalo hunting, setting him on a path towards newfound prosperity.

Now, imagine you're just doing your job, and an unforeseen twist steers you towards a whole new path of opportunity. That's what happened to Tom Nixon. Originally contracted to hunt buffalo meat for the army, he found himself suddenly out of work. But, Tom, together with his partner A.C. Myers, saw an opportunity for a new venture and proposed a four-man buffalo hunting enterprise. Moarrs' journey with Tom, Myers, and a circular that aspired to sell poison for killing vermin, led him to the prospect of earning $2.25 for each buffalo hide they could sell. This tale of survival, friendship, and relentless pursuit of opportunity encapsulates our wild, wild west adventures. 

The story introduces the four soon to be legends of the buffalo hide trade from the first person perspective of Josiah Wright Mooar. Mooar tells how he meets Jim White and forms a partnership with soon to be citizens of Dodge City A.C. Myers, and Tom Nixon. 

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