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Topic: JC's Fender Steel Guitar Club "Part 2"
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Gary Boyett
Member From: Colorado
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posted 24 January 2005 06:10 PM
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It was suggested to me by our "Sergeant of Steel" (Rick A.) to start a new thread on this topic.Here is the original thread so we don't loose it:
http://steelguitarforum.com/Forum2/HTML/006290.html If you have not joined yet- What are you waiting for? A sign from Leo? Well, here's your sign:
 Remember there are no dues and the only thing we expect from our members is to keep your Fenders IN TUNE!!!!!!! Your humble servent of Fenderdom... ------------------
JCFSC member since 2005
D-8 Stringmaster
Fender Dual Pro
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Rick Alexander
Member From: Florida, USA
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posted 24 January 2005 09:38 PM
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"Sergeant of Steel" - man, I like the sound of that!
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Check out this 40s Dual Pro that Chuck Brittain had restored . . 
It's the same guitar as my old '48.
 Looks like "before and after" pics, but in fact they're both "right now" pics . . Chuck could definitely be a member of this club - he was playing vintage Fenders long before they were considered vintage. He was one of the authors of The Natural Method Steel Guitar course which came out in the early 50s. He also makes very nice Black Rajah and Red Phoenix bars - and epoxy coated finger picks too . . And here he is with a restored Quad8:  He's a true Fender Steel Man! [This message was edited by Rick Alexander on 24 January 2005 at 10:03 PM.]
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Gary Boyett
Member From: Colorado
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posted 25 January 2005 07:26 PM
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Did you notice the Minnie Pearl tag on the quad? PRICELESS!!! |
Rick Alexander
Member From: Florida, USA
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posted 25 January 2005 08:16 PM
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HOWDEEEEEEEEE ! !
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I received an email today from Dan Heend informing me that the Orange Quad8 Chuck is playing in the pic is now owned by Steve Kimock.
Thanks for the info Dan!
Rock on Steve! |
Jody Carver
Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed. Dodger Blue Forever
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posted 25 January 2005 08:53 PM
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I hope Im mistaken but I read somewhere that Chuck has passed on. Can anyone confirm this.? |
Rick Alexander
Member From: Florida, USA
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posted 25 January 2005 09:25 PM
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Jody, Chuck is still with us alive and well. I just got an email from him a couple of days ago with the pics of the Dual Pro he had restored. |
Jody Carver
Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed. Dodger Blue Forever
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posted 25 January 2005 09:29 PM
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Thank God
Thanks Rick....I dont recall who told me that,but Im sure happy he's alive and well.In that case sign him up.Jody[This message was edited by Jody Carver on 25 January 2005 at 09:30 PM.] |
Rick Alexander
Member From: Florida, USA
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posted 25 January 2005 09:42 PM
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Chuck posted Monday on this thread - check out the pics of his restored Dual Pro! http://steelguitarforum.com/Forum2/HTML/006335.html |
Don Kona Woods
Member From: Vancouver, Washington, USA
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posted 25 January 2005 09:59 PM
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If I join now can I be considered a CHARTER MEMBER of the JC Fender Steel Guitar Club?It would be an honor to join the Club, so count me in! I have a Black D-8 Stringmaster (1960). Previously I had Japanese made DIAMOND ARAI which was actually a copycat Studio Deluxe Fender. Anyone every hear of it? I would probably have been thrown out of the JC Fender Steel Guitar Club for owning such a fake instrument. Right?
Anyway I got rid of it and got my Black D-8 Stringmaster and now I can be an authenic member. I am only about a month old member and am enjoying the chatter. |
Rick Alexander
Member From: Florida, USA
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posted 25 January 2005 10:15 PM
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Don, you're in! Right guys? Can you post a pic of your D8?
If you don't have a server handy, you can email me the pic and I'd be happy to post it for you. We love looking at Fenderpics!!! |
Tony Davis
Member From: Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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posted 26 January 2005 03:27 AM
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As was mentioned in the first half of this thread by Sir Jody..he has appointed me as his Ambassador of Goodwill and banned me from wearing my beloved Tee Shirts,fortunately he also appointed Anne Marie as my official dresser and guidance in what I wear...I have also requested the help of Donna D in this most important time consuming position.
They have spent hours and hours sewing by the dull light of a candle and have made me a wonderful suit..one leg green....one leg red..half of the shirt red....half green..a special hat coming to a point with a bell on it.....turned up toes on my shoes....they are both dressed in long gowns of emerald green and deep red as befitting this Memorial to the Knight of the Tweed
 Tony |
Ron Brennan
Member From: Edison, New Jersey, USA
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posted 26 January 2005 05:09 AM
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Hi Tony,Plu-leeez make sure the Fender Stringmasters chrome Diamonds are placed in the right spots on your Fender Suit of Armor...Hmmmm..  TX rgds,
Ron ------------------
"55" Stringmaster D8,"59" Stringmaster D6
"67" Telecaster,
"60"Fender Concert Amp 4-10's
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Bob Hickish
Member From: Port Ludlow, Washington, USA
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posted 26 January 2005 05:38 AM
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Did Jodys Club change its name ??
or is the topic just a typo . Do I need to change the silk screen on the
'T" shirts . Bob
JCFSC member since 2005
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Jody Carver
Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed. Dodger Blue Forever
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posted 26 January 2005 05:50 AM
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The Ambassador of Good Will writes and I quote Sir Tony Davis...Anne Marie as my official dresser and guidance in what I wear...Yes and for good reason mate. After seeing you dressing according to the standards of Sir Smiley Roberts,a meeting was held and it was voted on that you are to have Anne Marie choose your wardrobe. . And one last thing Sir,please change your undergarments on a regular basis..Odor will not be tolerated
A suggestion buy those 7 day deoderant pads and change them daily. Being 7 day deoderant
pads does not mean you can wear the same pads for 7 days...a odor test will be staged at random. Anything older than 7 days will be disposed of at the Smiley Roberts disposal dump.
The Knight Of Fender Tweed Has Spoken..in other words "get your act cleaned up"  If for some reason you drop your pads...please pick them up using sterile latex gloves.[This message was edited by Jody Carver on 26 January 2005 at 06:02 AM.] |
Ron Brennan
Member From: Edison, New Jersey, USA
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posted 26 January 2005 06:07 AM
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Knight of Fender Tweed,Thank you, for your "Great & Infinite Wisdom" on these matters of great import!! I shall follow your guidance faithfully and as directed.......Hmmmm, come to think of it..I now have to refresh the modern Depends appliance attached.....TX rgds, Ron
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JCFSC member since 2005
"55" Stringmaster D8,"59" Stringmaster D6
"67" Telecaster,
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Gary Boyett
Member From: Colorado
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posted 26 January 2005 08:46 AM
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The name has been changed to protect the innocent!Actually, it was brought to my attention that not everyone owns a Stringmaster.  In this all- inclusive world we live in it was thought to be best to do "Steel Guitar" instead. Since none of the letterhead, Billboards, National TV ads, and Hot air baloons have not been printed yet now would be the time. We should leave no steel guitar behind...
It takes a village...
yada, yada, yada... Gar-Man ------------------
JCFSC member since 2005
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Fender Dual Pro
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Donna Dodd
Moderator From: Kennesaw, Georgia, USA
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posted 26 January 2005 09:08 AM
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Jody! quote:
Under the aluminum foil that is in the cavity
careful the aluminum is a ground shield and the aluminum foil is stapled.
Who on earth does your dentistry?Ok - next question. Are GIRLS allowed?
I am a Jody fan
I have a nice tweed piece of Hartman luggage
I have front and back fenders on my 1981 240-D Mercedes (originals, too!)
I've never put a bumper sticker on my fenders
I promise to aid in Tony's mental health issues as best I can.
I wanna be
I just gotta be
Please make me a member!! How about www.tweedoff.com? [This message was edited by Donna Dodd on 26 January 2005 at 09:12 AM.] |
Rick Alexander
Member From: Florida, USA
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posted 26 January 2005 10:13 AM
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Donna - you are in, girl!
We need someone with good punctuation who can spell correctly . . |
Bob Hickish
Member From: Port Ludlow, Washington, USA
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posted 26 January 2005 10:18 AM
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Donna
I see no reason you could not be part
of this ! If you promis not to damage -
The aluminum foil -- Bob
JCFSC member since 2005
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pdl20
Member From: Benton, Ar . USA,
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posted 26 January 2005 12:19 PM
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Is there anyone that can do a good restoration of a Fender triple neck. Its the dark brown, around a 57 or 58 model.I will pull the necks apart to look for a date of build. It will need dings and scraches repaired ,some rechrome work and 4 new legs and a case built for it. It has the flip up covers and the tone wheels on each neck.the guitar has some history behind it .The late Roy Wiggons played it on his tribute to George Morgan album and was played on the opry before he was presented his sho-bud made for him. mthanks for your help. Rudy |
Jody Carver
Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed. Dodger Blue Forever
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posted 26 January 2005 12:39 PM
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I will pull the necks apart...WHAT??? would you like someone to do that to you...your a mean cat....remove the tuning key pan closest to you and look under the pan and you will find initials and the date it was manufactured..If not remove the pickup tray and look for the aluminum material that grounds the guitar and it may be there.Dont look under the bed for the pan..I dont think you'll find it there..thats a great guitar dont pull anything apart what are you a savage? only kidding,,,,try what I suggested I think you will find the birthdate of your baby Good luck and let me know how you make out OK? |
Jody Carver
Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed. Dodger Blue Forever
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posted 26 January 2005 01:10 PM
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Donna Dodd writes from the Georgia Peach State. Are GIRLS allowed? Only those who qualify.We have thought of you being sort of a historian to answer questions from members who need information regarding their Fender non pedal guitars.
To help them and keep them in line when they cross the line of rules set here. You will need the following 1-Cowhorn Forceps to remove parts that are old and difficult to remove. 2-An Explorer Spoon Excavator so that you can excavate those who need to be excavated.
3-Saliva Ejector for those who "drool" for a mint Fender,,sometimes reffered to as a "Thirsty Joe (what the hell is that)? 4-Upper and Lower Alginate Impression for those who want to make a good impression on others. 5-An East and West Elevator for those who reside on the west coast or east coast, If they live in the middle,thats their problem.
I never heard of a midwest Elevator other than the ones that go up and down and up and down and that gets boring. 6- and this most of all for those who get real nasty,,,A High Speed Handpiece W/557 Fissure Bur,,that should smooth them down a bit. Other than what has been described here. I am pleased to appoint Donna Dodd as Fender Tweed Historian...you can leave the suitcase home,I think it was manufactured by
Gibson oops there's that word again. Your mission is important to the security and secrecy of what makes a Fender different and if anyone gives you a difficult time....Its ROOT CANAL TIME without the NOVACAINE. this confirms your position in the Kingdom of Tweed..does Tommy want to join? I have a pair of tweed pants that were last worn in 1948,,they are originals,,,you can find the date of manufacture in the right rear pocket under the belt loop on the left side. Further instructions to follow. YOU ARE NOW AN OFFICIAL QUALIFIED AND DIGNIFIED MEMBER...dont wash Tommys pants.
The older the better,leave them original.these pants were once touched by Leo Fender God Rest his soul. I think its time to rest the soul of the tweed pants as well. The Knight Of Fender Lunatics has spoken  ?? me too.. edited to take 5 tylenol 4 with codiene..you think this is easy and if you think Im nuts,,,you are right.
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Bob Hickish
Member From: Port Ludlow, Washington, USA
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posted 26 January 2005 03:33 PM
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Princess of Tweed OK Tweed'll "D " D" you got it from the boss !
But I still insist that you don't Mess up The
Alummmmennnummmm Foil !!!! |
Jody Carver
Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed. Dodger Blue Forever
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posted 26 January 2005 04:19 PM
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Princess of Tweed ,,damm GREAT TITLE,,why didnt I think of that?So there you have it officially DONNA DODD THE PRINCESS OF TWEED Bob you are a Genuis
Thanks for helping me |
Jody Carver
Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed. Dodger Blue Forever
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posted 26 January 2005 05:13 PM
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Since Donna is a qualified and fine hygienist..What I posted are instruments used by dentists.And those are buzz words known in the Dental profession.Thanks. Just wanted to clear that up. |
Gary Boyett
Member From: Colorado
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posted 26 January 2005 08:04 PM
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Donna and Don- your in. You should have an email from me.
Thanks,humble keeper of the tweed ------------------
JCFSC member since 2005
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Fender Dual Pro
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Donna Dodd
Moderator From: Kennesaw, Georgia, USA
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posted 27 January 2005 02:40 AM
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quote:
Donna - you are in, girl!
We need someone with good punctuation who can spell correctly . . Rick Alexander
Rick - I'll try to fulfill these expectations (period, new paragraph)Jody,
Wow, I'm very impressed, Sir Tweedster - and o'so'honored to be among all you tweedy guys. I'm heading out to the Dental office so I can hear people scream all day, but will report back tonight.
Remember, you only need to floss the ones you want to keep!
(space)
Love,
Tweedle DD
AKA Princess of Tweed
(reference initials if there were any)[This message was edited by Donna Dodd on 27 January 2005 at 02:43 AM.] |
pdl20
Member From: Benton, Ar . USA,
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posted 27 January 2005 07:38 AM
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Jody,thanks for the info on the date of production.i will take a look . i would like to get it restored in the near future.thanks again. Rudy |
Dave Van Allen
Member From: Doylestown, PA , US , Earth
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posted 27 January 2005 10:40 AM
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and what may my title be Sir Carver?Viscount of Vibrato perhaps? Marquis of Tweed? I serve at your pleasure...[This message was edited by Dave Van Allen on 27 January 2005 at 10:41 AM.] |
Jody Carver
Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed. Dodger Blue Forever
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posted 27 January 2005 12:43 PM
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The incomparable Sir David "Yard Of Tweed" where Old cats are re-discovered at Yard sales and brought back to life.Bela Lugosi PS that hcoa LP must have been pretty inexpensive when Liz found it,,but with your effort you have done the 4 of us proud Sir David. Thanks for everything and for those of you who are not aware as there are new members, It was Dave Van Allen who breath life into an otherwise
long forgotten piece of music and for that I am proud to call Sir David my friend. Thank you Tweed Lovers The Knight Of Tweed In Need Has Spoken.[This message was edited by Jody Carver on 27 January 2005 at 02:12 PM.] |
Rick Alexander
Member From: Florida, USA
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posted 27 January 2005 05:21 PM
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I just happened to mention Jody's name to Jerry Daniels, a great session guitar player here in town, and he said he had an old pic or 2 of Jody. He lent me this and I scanned it - thanks Jerry! (Jerry doesn't even have a computer - he's an old fashioned guy!)  This looks pretty interesting - Jody Carver's Sizzlers! I see 2 bass players! And I used to think Little Richard was the first to do that! [This message was edited by Rick Alexander on 27 January 2005 at 05:43 PM.]
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Gary Boyett
Member From: Colorado
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posted 27 January 2005 05:35 PM
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What a great picture! Did the guy tell you any more about it? I would like to know when it was taken (guessing 50's) and who is in the group? The name on the guitar must have been popular back then. My Stringmaster has a name on the bottom of it also.Jody, I like the hat, was it also tweed?
Probably matched the pants... I forgot to ask what the white thing on the floor is? Were girlss throwing out white tank tops back then too? ------------------
JCFSC member since 2005
D-8 Stringmaster
Fender Dual Pro
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Rick Alexander
Member From: Florida, USA
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posted 27 January 2005 05:42 PM
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Jerry said he thought around 1955 or 56 . . .
He also said that was Leo Fender was in the foreground and Zeb Carver was at the far left . .[This message was edited by Rick Alexander on 27 January 2005 at 05:59 PM.] |
Jody Carver
Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed. Dodger Blue Forever
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posted 27 January 2005 05:53 PM
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1955,,,the head in the foreground is that of Leo's partner Don Randall and next to Don is Mrs Randall. Leo is not visible as he took the photo.The white object was my towel I used to wipe my strings The hat was not tweed,it was made by HowardR
My dad is on the far left and let me if you will correct Rick my dads name was Zeb Carver. Who gave this to you Rick? I was wearing no pants behind the stand. I couldn't stand to take a bow.I had an e mail telling me that we are foolish and should grow up. I will when I get older edited who is Jerry Daniels..any relation to Jack? Notice the wide face tweed twin behind me..greatest Fender amp I ever had.[This message was edited by Jody Carver on 27 January 2005 at 05:58 PM.] |
Rick Alexander
Member From: Florida, USA
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posted 27 January 2005 06:00 PM
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Yes, he's Jack's younger brother . . He plays guitar (really good too!) and sells fake Rolexes to Canadian tourists during season . . Growing up is foolish - it leads to growing old, and as we all know . .
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GROWING OLD IS NOT GOOD FOR YOU!
I believe LF said that . .[This message was edited by Rick Alexander on 27 January 2005 at 06:11 PM.] |
Rick Alexander
Member From: Florida, USA
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posted 27 January 2005 06:23 PM
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This is the other pic he had. You know, it just occurred to me - this guy seems more than a little shady . . . What the heck was he doing with this pic?? I've heard he moonlights as a second story man. Did your hotel room get robbed 50 years ago by any chance? Look what it says:  It's kind of hard to read, but it says: quote:
Jody,
I enjoyed your wonderful performance,
You made me happy with your God-given
talent -
You are always
welcome to return
Good Luck, Lad
Arthur Godfrey
I wonder what else this dude has of yours.
I think I'll pay him a little visit and see what I can find out!
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Gary Boyett
Member From: Colorado
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posted 30 January 2005 03:17 PM
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Well Rick, the forum was down all day. What did you find out? |
Donna Dodd
Moderator From: Kennesaw, Georgia, USA
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posted 02 February 2005 06:29 PM
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Hello Knight of Fender Tweed,
I loved your piece on dentistry, and made a copy for my boss. Very clever!
So did the club send out a recess announcement or something? Where has everyone been? Well, at Recess, I’m sure. Being the punctual member I’m committed to being, I’m reporting in on some of my TWEED findings of late.
The Club is in luck and very timely, guys! According to WWD magazine, tweed has made a comeback. But not so quick to get excited about that preppy look our generation respected and loved. For 2005, it must be worn differently than the way we wore it, of course.
Since receiving my title, Princess of Tweed, I wanted to brush up on the do’s and don’ts of the NEW tweed fad before helping our Goodwill Ambassador, Sir Tony Davis with his wardrobe. Here are some 2005 guidelines I stumbled upon for mixing and matching our tweeds.
Try tweeds with metallic, leather, a black satin dress or even plaids. (I’m serious, this was in the article!!) Now who are these people kidding? I’d eat a tweed sandwich before I’d wear it with metallic!
If you're really ready to stand out from the crowd, wear your tweed jacket over a camisole or nothing at all, then pile on layer upon layer of gold necklaces and chokers for a modern look. This sounds more like salad bar etiquette than fashion advise. (No, Tony – this just isn’t YOU yet!)
I’ll be continuing research on Tony’s green-legged tweed trousers.Princess of Tweed |
Rick Alexander
Member From: Florida, USA
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posted 02 February 2005 06:53 PM
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quote:
Well Rick, the forum was down all day. What did you find out?
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Where has everyone been?
Well, I figured out the best way to record a Stringmaster to get that tasty natural sound. It must have been time well spent because Jeff Au Hoy himself emailed me to ask what recording techniques I used.
TOO OLD is the name of the song . .
Maybe I should make that the subject of the article for the newsletter.
Now if I can just get Jeff to tell me how to make my slants 100% accurate every time . .
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Jody Carver
Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed. Dodger Blue Forever
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posted 02 February 2005 10:12 PM
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Donna the Princess of Tweed writes.. Where has everyone been? looking for Balmex
they all have a severe case of Tweed rash,its so bad it traveled to their heads. Two members whose names I will not mention who dont have a hair on their heads were seen in a local bar in Florida, they were up close speaking with their heads together when some gal walked by and they made a wise crack and the gal said,,,hey guys,why dont you two get together and make an $ss of yourselves. edited,,,do you see that your question has been ignored? thats because they have their heads up where the sun dont shine,,it happens all the time and they all say women are gossips,,look at these two above..they are comatose Dr.Carver DDS FACP..edited they go to bed each night thinking of string lengths and how much cabinet drop they have suffered. Hey Rick Donna asked a question,where's your head at? Just because your a rising star doesnt mean you cant answer the Princess's question.I knew your hat size would change now that your a happening kind of guy. edited,,I'm not a happening kind of guy like you,,I already happened.[This message was edited by Jody Carver on 02 February 2005 at 10:44 PM.] |
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