Smoky Snyder on Calico 1929
Title
Smoky Snyder on Calico 1929
Identifier
CS.1999.15.65
Description
Smoky Snyder riding Calico in the 1929 Stampede saddle bronc riding competition. Snyder's cowboy hat lies in the dust as Calico bucks, trying to toss the cowboy from his back. Two pickup cowboys are close by waiting to assist if needed. Cowboys can be seen in the background near the fence, standing and watching the action . The judges stand is visible on the right side of the photo.
Creator
Oliver
Date
1929-07-10
Subject
Calgary Stampede--Events
Publisher
Calgary Stampede Collection & Archives
Rights
Unrestricted
Type
Image
Format
Photograph
Language
English
Coverage
Canada--Alberta--Calgary
Original Format
Photo
Physical Dimensions
16x11.5 cm
Notes
51A-suffix series, dated July 10, 1929.
Sometimes referred to as Smokey. Calgary Stampede Rodeo of Champions page indicates proper spelling is Smoky https://www.calgarystampede.com/rodeo/past-champions
Tags
Citation
Oliver, “Smoky Snyder on Calico 1929,” The Calgary Stampede, accessed February 11, 2026, https://ceas.omeka.net/items/show/13926.