Code of the West
Cowboys had a code of honor that they stuck to through thick and thin. Trail bosses and cattle barons would trade thousands of cattle on the strength of a handshake and a promise to pay and deliver.
Rule 1
A cowboy seldom says please and sorry, but he always feels much obliged for a favor and will thank you kindly.
Rule 2
A cowboy never talks ugly in front of ladies and always tips his hat.
Rule 3
When riding up to a ranch or homestead a cowboy shouts out, "Hello the house" to make his presence known. He will stay on his horse until invited to dismount.
Rule 4
Before entering a cowboy unbuckles his gunbelt and removes his spurs.
Rule 5
If a cowboy sees a stranger on the trail he rides straight toward him and says "Howdy." Veering off the trail looks suspicious.
Rule 6
A cowboy never asks another cowboy about his past.
Rule 7
A cowboy will risk his life to save his partner.
Rule 8
Cowboys will be punished for bad behavior by doing all the dirty jobs or by paying a fine.
This "Code of the West" was taken from Tod Cody's book, The Cowboy's Handbook. No portion of this may be duplicated without prior consent, and this section is posted for the enjoyment of viewers. No copyright infringement is intended.
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