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ng Everything ati Cow br b le o e y C A Jubilee Cowboy Way P re reser Cultu ving Cowboy VOLUME 2, ISSUE 3—WINTER/SPRING 2020 Table of Contents What’s Happening @ the 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee .1–3 Editor’s Page: FAQs and Sheep! ...... 4–5 CW Jubilee Travel Information: ...... 6 ATribune Triannual Publication, Oleeta Jean, LLC, Publisher Hotels, Airlines, & Driving Pre-Event Tour: Discover San Angelo ...... 6–9 Celebrating Everything Cowboy—New & Old! 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee Line Up ...... 10–11 Be A Cowboy Workshops: ...... 12–15 Harmonica & Yodeling ...... 13 Winner, Winner, Chicken Dinner: Sheep & ...... 16 Costume Contests ...... 17 What’s Happening @ the Concho Cowboy Company, Re-Enactors ...... 18 Cowboy Ways Nowadays Facebook Group ...... 18 Fort Concho & the Cowboy Way ...... 19 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee by Robert Bluthardt, Site Manager, Ft. Concho Bang! with Oren Truitt ...... 20 Performers’ Spotlight: Gary S. Pratt ...... 20–21 w/Caleb Martin, Martin & Pratt Duo “Home on the Range,” w/David Wendel Guion ...... 22 Change it Happens. by T.C. Miller ...... 23 Western Art Review: Ruiz Studio & Gallery .... 24–25 Bent Towards Prose: featuring Cowboy Poet ... 26–27 Ron Secoy, Central City, OK Fort Concho & the Western Frontier ...... 28–29 by Robert Bluthardt, Site Manager, Ft. Concho Battle of Honey Springs, by Terry Anderson ... 30–31 REEL 2 Real Cowboys: Buck Jones, Movie Cowboy. . .32 REEL 2 Real Cowgirls: ...... 33 Cathy/Cathey Williams, Lady Buffalo Soldier Poverty Row Studios—The Directors: J.P. McGowan by Mike “Tadpole” Logan ...... 34 Book Review: “River by Starlight,” ...... 35 by Ellen Notbohm with Reviewer, Daya Bihm Charlie LeSueur—In Memoriam ...... 36–37 Cannon on the Parade Grounds, Christmas at the Fort celebration, December 2019 Featured Event: ...... 39 Regional Cavalry Competition @ Fort Concho Upcoming Events ...... 39 THERE IS SO MUCH MORE TO DO at the o Sureshot, the Annie Oakley & Fan Club News ...... 41 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee that we decided Frank Butler Awards awarded Kids’ Corner — Word Search & Scramble ...... 42 Kids’ Corner — Coloring Page: Boss Man ...... 43 a bulleted list (alphabetical) was the easiest to those who exhibit exemplary Just for Fun Quiz ...... 44 way to tell you what’s happening! And yes, skills required of cowboy life, the Kids’ Corner — Last Issue’s Answers ...... 45 we know you cannot possibly see and do it art, and, the work Opine: Readers Speak Their Minds ...... 45 all in one weekend, that’s okay! We’ll do it • Catered Buffet: Serving begins Shopping in San Angelo ...... 47 all again next year, and the next, and the… 7:30pm menu will be thoroughly 2020 Registration Form (actual Form) ...... 48–49 Advance Registration Extended ...... 50 Authors: Linda Bond, Alex Cord, Ken Texan but we promise not too spicy! Discover San Angelo, Event Sponsors ...... 50 Farmer, Michael Gasaway, Eric Heisner, (assistance with buffet available) T.C. Miller, Ann Snuggs, Buck Steinke, • Dress up “cowboy formal” or come Event Sponsors Michael Thompson, & John T. Wayne as you are • Book Signings Celebrities: Cindy Mitchum Azbill, John • Meet & Greets Buttram, Robert Carradine, Gary Clarke, • Roundtable Discussions lead by Alex Cord, James Drury, Ken Farmer, Bur- Charles Williams, Will Rogers ton Gilliam, Kathy Garver, Clu Gulager, Medallion Awards Darby Hinton, Roberta Shore, Buck Taylor Awards Banquet: Ticket sales Deadline not confirmed, and ana ood April 15, 2020. Doors open 6:30pm, • Meet & Greets 11am-5pm daily ANGRY CACTUS assigned seating (Mr. Drury leaves 4pm daily) • Awards Presentation 7pm • Q & A sessions (TBD but WEST TEXAS BAR & GRILL o Lone Star Legacy awarded to the approximately 10am-12pm, 3-5pm) individual who works at keeping • Workshops (see page 3 & pages the cowboy spirit alive 12–15 for details) continued on the next page 1 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3

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Contests & Auctions: Music & Poetry: • Costume Contest (daily 4pm) full list of perform- • heep elfies ontest (submit photos ers on our website, by May 25, 2020 by emailing to www.cowboyway “Sheep” [email protected]; jubilee.com/ winner announced in the Summer • Cowboy Music issue of the CW Tribune) interspersed by • Silent Auctions (daily 8am to 3pm) Cowboy Poets: benefitting the ary inise Foun- 9am-6pm Friday & dation and our local area 4H/FFA Saturday, 10:30am– organizations 5pm Sunday Fine (Western) Art Exhibit courtesy of • Campfire Sing-a- San Angelo Museum of Fine Art: long: Thursday • Ann Ayres, Bronzes 5pm-9pm-ish • Hugh Campbell, Paintings FREE to ALL • Animals • Raul Ruiz, Paintings & Bronzes • Dusk Jam session 5pm-7pm-ish » Animal Safety & Care, Leslie, Living • Buck Taylor, Paintings & Drawings • Evening Concerts: Stables Manager (He has been invited; not confirmed). » FRIDAY, MAY 1ST » Basic Saddling, Leslie, Living Stables • Samples from the SAMFA collections ° 7pm Stephen Pride Manager Food & Grub: ° 9pm Kristyn Harris » Trick Riding with Kristyn Harris • Bit Pruitt’s Chuck Wagon » SATURDAY, MAY 2ND (we are trying to get some livestock too) (Breakfast & Lunch on Friday & Sat- ° 7pm Martin & Pratt Duo w/ • Art urday, Lunch only on Sunday) Gary S. Pratt & Caleb Martin » Clay Sculpting with Ann Ayers $10 • Kona Ice ° 9pm RFD-TV’s Penny Gilley & • Kettle Corn the Texas All-Star Band » Fiber Arts (still in the works) • Area Restaurants, go here for a full list Pre-Event Discovery Tour: » San Angelo Museum of Fine Art Edu- Forsaken Westerns Film Festival, • 3-Day pre-event Discover San Ange- cation is considering a workshop sponsored by TheWesternsChannel.com: lo Tour, $155 per person (plus meals) • Fort Concho & History Related • TV Episodes: The Virginian, Death • Full Tour Itinerary here. » Meet the Mules: Equine Care & Mule Valley, High Chaparral, & More! • Sign Up Deadline is April 1, 2020 Lore, Leslie, Living Stables Manager • Vintage Films: Gene Autry, Roy Rog- (if we do not have at least 25 signed » Uniforms & Artifacts of the U.S. ers, John Wayne, & a few surprises up by April 2nd, the tours will be Cavalry, Cory Robison, Curator • Premiere: Eminence Hill, special canceled and refunded) » Cannon & Other Weapons, Cory showing of the Best Film 2019 Wild Vendors: Robison, Curator Bunch Film Festival; Rated R for • A complete list of vendors will be » Historical Guns with Oren Truit, mature audience (language, sex, posted on our website, www.cowboy- Historian violence); $10/person $5 Student ID/ wayjubilee.com/vendors/ as well as » Historical Skit with, Linda Bond, Active Duty Military ID on our Facebook page & group. Author $5 Fort Concho Museum: • Sam Austil & Marsha Ellis-Smith are • Music • Attendees receive FREE admission confirmed returning vendors » Harmonica for Beginners, Dale Myres to the Fort Concho Museum for the Workshops & Demos: (Book & Harmonica, $35; Harmonica duration of the Jubilee many of the workshops and demos are free, only $15) • Cannon Salutes Daily (times to be some will have a tip jar (please use!), and, » Learn to Yodel w/Janet McBride, determined & will be posted on the some are for a fee. The various fees cover World’s Best Yodeler Parade Field) basic materials and go towards the expenses ($10 adults, $5 kids) • Concho Cowboy Company— of the instructor/presenter. Full details will » Songwriting with Buck Helton $5 Re-Enactors 10am & 3pm Friday & be on our website by April 1st, click here for » Guitar with Kristyn Harris $10 Saturday, 11am & 3pm Sunday the link. • Weapons • Daily Flag Ceremony (9am raising & • Acting & Writing » The Art & Physics of Bullwhip Crack- 5pm lowering) » Acting with Gary Clarke $10 ing, John Phipps $5 • Historical Workshops » Child Actors Presentation with Actor » Gun Safety with Oren Truitt, SASS Livestock: Kathy Garver $5 Instructor • Ft. Concho Mules—Meet Betty, » Supporting the Stars with T.C. Miller, » Knife Throwing Demonstration Barney, and Mack Fiction Author $5 off book with John Phipps (if we can get City • Horses (regular & miniature sized) » Voice Overs with Kathy Garver $10 permission) • PAWS Animal Rescue Adoptions » Creative Writing for Beginners, Ken » Twirl a Lasso (TBD), well, it’s not • We’re still arranging/negotiating Farmer, Actor/Author $10 exactly a weapon…★

3 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 Editor's Corner WELCOME Y’ALL to issue three, volume two of the Cowboy Way Tribune, the official eine of the Cowboy Way Jubilee. We’re so excited you decided to take the time to read our ezine, thank you! And if you haven’t already pre-registered for the 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee, well, just do it! It’s so much more than a celebrity signing or typical festival. Our cover article lists all the things that will be going on during the three-day celebration of everything cowboy, the 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee. We try to make it so there’s always something new. Y’all have a lot of question about our move and the Jubi- lee so hopefully this will help clear things up: Why did You Move Out of Oklahoma? We’re Okies. We Wanted to stay in Oklahoma. But we didn’t want to move the event to OKC or Tulsa, there were too many other events there competing for attendance. San Angelo called us (literally!). We said no, but then thought, well, it doesn’t hurt to look. Truly if we built it from scratch, I do not believe we could have found a better venue. And then there’s San Angelo, Texas, the number one Old West town according to True West magazine. There is so much to do in the area that we even created a separate three-day pre-event tour, Discover San Angelo, for those who want to make this trip a full vacation! Once you arrive, you will understand our decision! Why Move to San Angelo, Texas? It is the number one Old West town according to True West magazine. There is so much to do in the area that we created a separate three-day pre-event tour, Discover San Angelo, for those who want 4 Unique Blends CONCH made with Huehue and Sumatra coffee beans PECOS made from Huehue, Yirgchaffe and Sumatra SNAKEBITE 6 bean blend of Arabica and Robusta beans, it has 2X the caffeine to start the day out right. TEXAS HEAT the Pecos with a mixture of spices and a touch of Cayenne LongHorn Coffee Co.

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4 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune to make the trip a full vacation. ou can y directly into an ngelo if you want. r have a fun haday road trip from most maor eas Cities—Dallas, Fort Worth, Waco, Austin, San Antonio, and Lub- bock are all about 200 miles away, Amarillo is just a bit farther while Abilene, Midland, and Odessa are barely 100 miles away. Then there’s the weather. Early May should still be in the mid 80s and the chance of thunderstorms rolling through is rare. San Angelo invited us AND they’re backing up that invite by sponsoring the 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee. It’s great to be wanted. Is the Cowboy Way Jubilee going to be Indoors this Year? Yes, mostly! Yes to the celebrities, the authors, the movies, the Q & A sessions, and some of the workshops will be indoors, in air condi- tioning. The vendors, the music, some of the workshops, and most of the demonstrations will be out-of-doors. Of course, the animals will be outside. Is it Handicap Accessible? Can I get around with my walker, wheelchair…? Yes, yes! Fort Concho is a National Historic Landmark and there- fore falls under all Federal rules for accessibility. There are ramps and hard packed pea gravel paths. Everything is readily accessible. The Commissary and Quartermaster buildings have restrooms as well as the main museum building. IF you have a need, simply ask the nearest volunteer for assistance. So get your boots polished and your hats brushed and get on down to the 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee! We cannot wait to see y’all! ★ Leslei Leslei Fisher Editor, Publisher, Cowboy Groupie, & Cowboy Way Jubilee Event Founder above,, Leslei with Fuentes Downtown Restaurant’s Sheep, an especially colorful ewe! (why ever did they paint a mustache on an ewe?!) The Cowboy Way Tribune is a tri-annual publication of Oleeta Jean, LLC, an Oklahoma Corporation, 1176 Comet Rd., Ardmore, OK 73401, 580.768.5559, [email protected]. Submit inquiries, sub- P.S. Win BIG for taking your Own Selfies with scription requests, articles, or editorial information to: CowboyWay- [email protected]. Include “CWTribune” in the subject line and do, the San Angelo Sheep! See Page 16 for details! please indicate the reason for your inquiry and your contact information as well. Attendees to the Cowboy Way Jubilee automatically receive a one-hear subscription. Additional electronic subscriptions are available for $9.99 annually, $16.99 for two years. Please make checks payable to “Cowboy Way” or send payment online via PayPal.com to “[email protected]” followed by an email to [email protected] explaining your payment with relevant contact information.

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5 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 2 CW Jubilee Travel Information ubilee Official oel About the Hotels: e have four official 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee hotels. The Red Lion Hotel and the Pearl on the Concho His- toric Hotel are the two closest to our Ft. Concho venue. (I wouldn’t plan on walking, it is several long blocks ur other two official hotels are the Courtyard by Marriott and the Inn of the Concho. These allow you pricing options. All are recommended by the San Angelo Visitors and Conven- tion Bureau. Please phone these hotels directly and tell Reservations you are with the “Cowboy Way Jubilee” group as we have negotiated special rates with these hotels just for you! (Click on this text to go to our website page with the hotel phone numbers.) Of course, we cannot tell you where the Celebrities are staying, they do need some down time during the event! We can tell you the ma- ority of the attendees choose our closest official hotels. he ed $155/ Join Us for the person* Lion Hotel has a completely covered, green house like pool. The *plus meals Pearl on the Concho has a fun indoor recreation area. Both have a Discovery Tour! restaurant and bar. ★ A three-day, pre-event tour of San Angelo and sur- rounding area. See the sights, familiarize yourself with the area, learn some history, and create great Highway Directions memories with friends (new and old)! (srsly, use GPS!) For more information click here! About Driving: All the major car rental agencies are available at Sign Up by April 1st, 2020 the San Angelo airport. Lyft and taxis are also available. We are told Details listed at the bottom of pages 8 & 9 (following). that Uber is not available although the Uber app says it is — Uber San Angelo Convention & Visitors’ Bureau service will be spotty at best. By joining our group Cowboy Ways event sponsors Nowadays on Facebook you can meet other attendees and arrange to ride-share. (Please use appropriate precautions, we are not responsible for any activities arranged through this group). If you are driving in from out of town, there are plenty of options. San Angelo is 180 to 210 miles from Austin, Dallas, Ft. Worth, Lub- American Airlines bock, San Antonio, and Waco. Abilene is just 89 miles north. Mid- land, Texas is 110 miles due West. No U.S. Interstate runs through Group Reservations San Angelo; it is about half way in between I-10 and I-20. Several es, you may y right into an ngelo airport U.S. Highways run to San Angelo though — U.S. 67, U.S. 87, and About Flying In: code SJT). You will have to change planes at D/FW International U.S. 277. These are all very well maintained and frequently four Airport (between Dallas & Fort Worth, Texas) but there will be no lane. The speed limit in Texas is 75mph although you must slow long drive —unless you choose it. American Airlines from D/FW down when passing through towns (please do be respectful). From airport has the only direct ights into an ngelo. ustin or an Cisco, Texas on I-20, it is just over a two-hour drive to San Angelo ntoino y to F then to an ngelo here are several F on Texas 206 to U.S. 67, a very pleasant drive. to J ights daily, ust make certain you leave one to two hours Few roads in San Angelo are one-way. However, they do tend to between ights to allow adeuate time to catch your plane into an change names with a strange regularity. The beautiful Concho River Angelo. Once you arrive, it’s a short 15 minute drive to most of the does wind quite a bit, right through the center of town, so it helps hotels. Please call American 1-800-433-1790 and provide to use other landmarks to keep your directions on course. In our this group number: A8740DE to get the best rate — our group visits, nothing was more than 20 minutes away, including the San discount on your merican irlines ights. eave off the if Angelo State Park. ★ booking reservations online.) For you military folks, Goodfellow Air Force Base is located in San Angelo. Active Duty Military receive half price entrance to the 2020 CW Jubilee with ID. For the private pilots, there are two fied base operators.’ Click here for the link to the City of San Angelo’s aviation info page. ★ 6 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune

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Discover San Angelo Tour Itineray Monday April 27, 2020 — Wednesday April 29, 2020

MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2020 Cost Time Description n/c 9:15am Tour San Angelo Visitor Center & adjacent River Walk $5 10:00am San Angleo State Park Guided Tour — View the Official State of Texas Buffalo & Longhorn herds, see ancient $155/ person* Indian rock art and prehistoric animal tracks, enjoy *plus meals San Angelo’s natural beauty. $5d 11:00am International Water Lily Collection Tour — Designated a premiere collection of lilies by the International Water Lily & Water Gardening Society. Seven ponds boasting over 150 lily varieties. $25e 11:45am Lunch @ Miss Hattie’s Saloon & Restaurant $6* 1:15pm Legends Jewelers —The Story of the Concho Pearl followed by Miss Hattie’s Bordello Guided Tour,* (only access is stairs—you may choose to opt out of this tour), and Downtown Shopping. Catch a glimpse of a by-gone era — tour five bedrooms, learn the ladies’ stories, and see the common areas of a ‘gentleman’s club” begun in 1898. $5e 2:30pm Lastest Scoop Ice Cream — Handmade ice cream rated “better than Blue Bell” and one of top 10 in the State of Texas! Try the Flavor of the Day. n/c 3:00pm Art in Uncommon Places Tour — Paintbrush Alley and Pop-Up Museum are two examples of local artists’ creative skills located in well, uncommon places n/c 3:30pm M.L. Leddy Boots Tour — Fabled custom made boot makers established in 1922, see the expert level of detail and skill required to make a custom pair of boots. Choose from 100s of handmade boots. n/c 4:15pm Tour Cactus Hotel — The fourth hotel ever built by Conrad Hilton, in 1929, see it’s magnificent decór and architecture. $40e 7:00pm Dinner @ The Angry Cactus —Chef Tim Cordon’s offerings include tableside Angry Guacamole, Gorumet Mac ‘n Chees and much much more in rustic meets modern ambiance. $86 Estimated Daily Subtotal ($10 or $16* set fees) d = donation, included in Tour cost, e = estimate, meal + tip)

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9 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee Music & Poetry Evening Concerts (in alphabetical order; * indicates poet) Advance Tickets (by 03/01/2020) $ 29.99 @ The Door Teresa Burleson* Tickets $44.99 (under 18 Free) Dancing Encouraged! Kurt Corsair Purchase advance tickets on our website. Smokey Culver* Friday, May 1, 2020 Montana Fox 7PM Stephen Pride Penny Gilley & In the Pride family tradition, the combination of Stephen’s vocal the Texas All-Star Band range and the haunting “Pride” timbre makes for a soulful treat that’s hard to beat. From Hank Williams, Sr. to brand new tunes, Kristyn Harris you’ll be absolutely thrilled by this legendary performance. ★ Buck Helton* Billy Holcomb 9PM Kristyn Harris Daryl Knight & Hailey Sandoz You’ll love this American Idol contestant! Kristyn’s “timeless” Roy Madden with “the warmth and power of Texas sunshine.” She brings Stan Mahler new energy to timeless classics such as “I’ve Been Everywhere” Bobby Marquez she’s Fast. ward inning fiddle playing ailey shares the State Music of Texas wherever she plays. And her jazzy vocals are Martin & Murray a great compliment to both her fiddle and to ristyn. ou’ll love Tim Martin these multi-award winning artists and be dazzled by their energy Glenn Murray and stage presence. ★ Martin & Pratt Duo Caleb Martin Saturday, May 2, 2020 Gary S. Pratt 7PM Martin & Pratt Duo Miss Devon & The Outlaw Featuring Devon Dawson Jesse Robertson Gary S. Pratt & Caleb Martin National Cowboy & Western Heritage Wrangler Award winning Mike Moutoux* cowboy, historian, storyteller, musician, and western singer, Nikki Pelley Gary Pratt, is joined by talented Caleb Martin, up & coming actor and musician. Bask in their original cowboy music as well as Dawn Anita Plumlee some old cowboy favorites. ★ Donnie Poindexter Rich Price 9PM Penny Gilley & Stephen Pride the Texas All-Star Band Pure, classic country brought to you by RFD-TV’s own Penny Gil- John Clayton Read ley backed up by the Texas All-Star Band. A polished, profession- Francine Roark Robison* al performance of many classics will have your feet thumpin’ and Hailey Sandoz your hearts a-pumpin’! Join the “Sweetheart of Country Music” and company for an unforgettable evening. ★ Ron Secoy* Mark Staggs* Workshops & Demos Bob & Johnie Terry Many more Workshops and Demonstrations are planned for KR Wood 2020. Check out our website for details, click here for the link to take you there. A complete list is in the works and will be available soon e should have all confirmed and priced by pril st. ★ Support and Preserve the Music of the Cowboy! Look for full event schedule to be posted Come to our Concerts! on our website in April 2020 10 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee

Celebrities* indicates confirmed Q & A Moderator (in alphabetical order) Rich Mantooth Cindy Mitchum Azbill*, Producer/John Mitchum’s Daughter/Robert’s niece GM, Foster Communications John Buttram*, “Bill Tilghman & The Outlaws” Official iekick Robert Carradine*, “The Cowboys,” “Bill Tilghman & The Outlaws” John Buttram, Gary Clarke*, "The Virginian", “Tombstone” Actor, Nephew Celebrity & of Pat Buttram Don Collier*, “High Chaparral,” “The Young Riders” Performer James Drury*, "The Virginian", “Firehouse” Sponsorhips Event Emcees Available! Ken Farmer*, "Walker, Texas Ranger,” “Rockabilly Baby” Mark “Festus” Staggs Contact Leslei Comedian/Impersonator Kathy Garver*, “Death Valley Days”, “Family Affair” 580.768.5559 for more Buck Helton, Burton Gilliam*, “Blazing Saddles”, “Bail Out” Music Personality information Clu Gulager*, “The Virginian”, The Tall Man” …and More! Darby Hinton*, “Daniel Boone”, “Bill Tilghman & The Outlaws”

Dean Reading*, “Crossroads Live!” Sureshot Sunday Awards Banquet Roberta Shore*, ”The Virginian”, “The Shaggy Dog” Sunday May 3, 7PM Silent Auctions @ The Stables, Ft. Concho 9AM–5PM Daily Dress “Cowboy Formal” (or not) for a catered dinner with the 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee Ce- Cowboy/Western memorabilia, autographs, & lebrities. It’s a fun opportunity to be neighbor- unique items will be available for purchase @ silent ly, renew friendships, & celebrate community. auction during the 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee. Items will be on display in the Quarter Master’s building. Doors open 6:30PM, assigned seating (seat Awarded daily, winners will be announced before the ticket in ticket packet @ Registration when you two evening concerts, about 6:50PM. Bidders must still be in town arrive). The Lone Star Legacy Award will be presented by Donna as we are unable to ship auction items. Funds raised support the Wilmeth as well as Sureshot Awards honoring the skills and integrity continuation of the Cowboy Way Jubilee, Gary Sinise Foundation, of Annie Oakley & Frank Butler. and the Local 4H/FFA. ★ Banquet tickets may be purchased on our website, www.Cowboy- WayJubilee.com/2020-registration/ Deadline April 15, 2020. ★ Cowboy Way Crossroads (Shopping!) 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee Vendors will be located along the covered porches of Barracks 5 & 6 @ Ft. Concho. Discover one-of-a-kind and use- ful merchandise. Western related interested vendors, please contact Leslei, (580) 768-5559, [email protected] for more information. Vendor registration packets are also available on our website, www.CowboyWayFest.com/vendors/ ★ 11 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 Be A Cowboy Workshops AS OUTLINED ON pages 1 and 3 of this issue of the Cowboy Way Tribune, we have a lot of workshops and demonstrations planned for the 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee! Some of the workshop leaders have yet to send in their description. so we’ve included only the ones whose we received. When there is a fee for a workshop, that money goes directly to the workshop coach/instructor for their time, trouble, and/or supplies. Times listed are estimates—depending on the number of participants it may take a bit longer or go a bit faster. Also, please note many of our Cowboy Way Crossroads Vendors will be doing demonstrations at their respective booths. Stop by and visit with them, ask questions, and please support them when you are able. It’s a whole lot of work for them, too. To Sign up for Workshops, send us an email to cowboywayfest@ gmail.com with “Workshops” in the subject. You’ll pay the workshop leader at the start of the workshop so please bring cash! Workshops will be held in the following locations: The Commissary Building, The Quarter Master’s Building, and on the Parade Grounds. Check your schedule once you arrive at the 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee to verify times and locations. (Changes may occur between this newsletter and the actual event.) e hope you find these to be fun and educational. lease do send in your suggestions for future workshops.

12 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune Be A Cowboy Workshops So, come one, come all to the fascinating world of harmonica playing where you too, will leave a performer! Dale “Sourdough” Myres has been playing harmonicas since the age of eleven. Along the years he bought more expensive harps and taught himself types and styles of harp music he heard from records. Over time and learning other music instruments, he became a second-tier professional performer known as “Sourdough Myres Edutainer Extraordinaire”. He was in the Texas Touring Artist Pro- gram for six years with his living history camp setup and songs of the 1800’s with the history to go with the music. Also, a member of the Cow Town Opry off and on since 2000.

Learn to Yodel with National Yodeling Queen, Janet McBride 60 mins. $10/person, $5/child (15 & under) Easy First Timer’s It is very important to Harmonica Instructions and History the National Yodeling with Dale “Sourdough” Myers Queen, Janet McBride 60 mins. $15/person (Harmonica included) that you know she is not a OR $35/person includes harmonica and book teacher of any kind. How- The ten-hole, twenty note harmonica (aka harp) is perhaps one of ever, she is a wonderful the most uncomplicated musical instruments in the modern world coach. She “coached” to play. It may look and sound like an intimating little instrument LeAnn Rimes and Kacey but, really isn’t. Dale will be able to uncloak it’s simple mysteries Musgraves to yodel and and show you how to handle your harp with your hands and few ba- our wonderful Kristyn sic songs. Harris as well. Yodeling star Devon Dawson refers However, I’m getting the cart before the horse. There will a very students to Ms. McBride. brief history about the harp, from its humble beginnings to where it is today. From there, we become familiar with your course fur- Janet also asks it be point- nished 10-hole harmonica. There is a beginners book that will be ed out that she has “… for sale the Harmonica Primer Book for Beginners with Video and been ‘hooked’ on yodel- Audio Access if you wish to buy, that it will explain and show you ing since I was eight years good information. But you will only get better if you practice. of age and ‘self taught,’ but I will do my best to have the kids and adults yodeling along with Next, we will go over learning the basic scale, once you get that the most famous yodeling song ever, I want to be a Cowboy’s Sweet- down, most everything will come to you much easier. Then, on to heart. What fun! basic songs most of us know, like Row, Row, Row Your Boat and Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star and a few others. I know it sounds a lit- She goes on to say, “I am not doing a ‘yodeling demonstration’ but tle corny but that’s what I started on and some of the greats in music a ‘yodeling lesson’ with them yodeling along… I will be 86 years old started the same way, playing very basic tunes. by May and not all that great [a singer anymore], but I can still get a yodel out of them.” Well, we know she can and will! I can show you some tricks I have picked up by myself and from other Harp performers. A great way to learn is by watching the best Janet was born in California she grew up in Maine where her love Harp players crank down on their contraptions, look on You Tube, of yodeling developed. After marrying she moved back to California there are multitudes to learn from but more on that later. But a word in order to record and pursue a yodeling/singing career. Her list of caution, some of them who claim to show you how to play your of credits is long, suffice it to say. She has worked with Merle Hag- harp, they even confuse me. gard, Buck Owens, Roy Clark and even Tex Williams. In 1984, she achieved a life-long ambition by singing on stage at the Grand Ole There are so many types of harmonicas and they all have their place Opry with Patsy Montana, whose yodeling had always been her in the industry. I will bring along the ones I have to show you ex- inspiration. 1991 she was crowned the “World’s Champion Yodeler” amples. Plus give some ideas of what you can accomplish with that at the Tucson Western Music Festival. Janet has won many awards, simple little ten-hole harp. Here’s a tip the Ol’ Dough; Blues is the with many miles and many CDs under her belt. easiest type of harp playing there is, no kidding! 13 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3

Guitar Fundamentals with Kristyn Harris 45 mins $10 adults, $5 children Join Award winning performer Kristyn Be A Cowboy Workshops Harris for the basics of guitar playing. Chords, tips, kinds of guitars and more. Historic Guns For beginners — basic parts of the guitar, with Oren Truitt how to hold the guitar, the names of the 45 mins no charge strings, how to tune your guitar and how to amine authentic s firearms up close care for it. And for more advanced how to Oren Truitt, History Teacher, Curator, and amp up your skills. Firearms Instructor shares some of his in- depth knowledge of guns used throughout Songwriting history and Hollywood. All ages are welcome with Buck Helton (we recommend ages 10 and up), no ammuni- 30 mins $10 per person tion will be present. Ever started humming a tune you weren’t sure where it came from? Have you ever Basic Animal Care with Leslie listened to a song on the radio and said “I Marshall, could do that.” Well, here’s your chance Ft. Concho Living Stable to learn how. 30 mins no charge Old time Country Music Hall of Fame member Buck Helton has What are the basic needs for livestock? How do you know what written songs recorded by Grand Ole Opry star George Hamilton to feed and do they IV and many others. Come learn to craft lyrics, Melody, basic ar- always eat the same rangements and more! thing? What about grooming? How do The McChristian Collection you wash a horse? with Cory Robinson, Curator, Ft. Concho Leslie provides his- 30 mins no charge toric information and Learn about the U.S. Cavalry of the mid- to late answers your questions regarding livestock, barn management, 1800s. The uniforms, gear, and weapons with and more. Fort Concho’s Curator of Collections, Cory Robinson. He shares the recently acquired and Meet the Mules exquisite McChristian Collection — formerly with Leslie Marshall, one of the foremost private collections of Ft. Concho Living Stables cavalry objects. Manager 30 mins no charge Meet Daisy Wettermark with Linda Thorsen Bond What is a mule anyhow? How did they 45 mins. $10 per person come about? Why does Fort Concho have When Daisy Sutton married Col. Benjamin three mules? And, how were they used by the U.S. Cavalry? Leslie Wettermark, he was mayor and president of the Marshall, Barn Manager for Fort Concho’s Living Stables intro- biggest bank in Nacogdoches, Texas. In 1903, duces Barney, Betty, and Mack to Jubilee attendees. he robbed his own bank and left his wife, his children and his mansion behind and became Saddle Up with Kristyn Harris the most wanted man in the U.S. Linda Thors- 30 mins (a horse, that is) $10 per person en Bond, author of the historic novel Saving the Oldest Town in It’s a cinch to saddle a horse! Learn Texas, takes audiences back to the turn of the century with the true general equine care and how to sad- story of the woman left behind. dle a horse in this workshop lead by Rancher, Singer, Songwriter, Per- Gun Safety Protocol former Kristyn Harris. Workshop with Oren Truitt participants get hands on experi- 30 mins. no charge, children require ence with a real live (very patient) guardian permission horse. Non-shooting course that teaches Horses are pretty smart creatures. students the basic knowledge and skill re- Find out what makes them tick, what they like and dislike, and how lated to firearms in general. ren eplains it varies from horse to horse, just like people. Learn horseback rid- the attitude necessary for the safe handling ing theory — mounting, rein handling, guiding, and the all import- and storage of firearmsammunition in the home. ant, stopping.

14 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune Be A Cowboy Workshops How To Support Your Favorite Artist Beginning Clay Scuplting with T.C. Miller, Author with Ann Ayres, 30 mins $5 per person or $5 discount on any book by T.C. Miller Bronze Artist 60 mins $10 per person, You’ve watched them perform on ages 7 to adult (cost is for stage, on television, and in the movies. kit) You love their work, and you’re one of Focusing on sculpting what you their biggest fans. It’s obvious they’ve see as well as creative idea de- worked hard at their craft and are ded- velopment. Learn basic scuplt- icated to their profession. So how do ing techniques. Hands on, with you return the favor? scuplting tools and techniques I’ll give you a step-by-step plan in my hour-long session at the 2020 explained. Limited eight per class. Cowboy Way Jubilee in San Angelo. There are more ways than ever before to show your love, (including being there in person to shake Ken Farmer’s Acting hands, hug them, and get a picture.) Class — Creative Writing MYO* Leather Key Fob 30mins $10 per person (or get a $5 discount on either an autographed with Donna Wilmeth photo or purchase of one of the Silke 60 mins $10 per person (includes kit) Justice novels). Try your hand at beginning leather working. Join Award winning Author and Mas- Will the bug bite! Make / embelish a leather ter Acting Coach, Ken Farmer! This key fob or luggage tag to take home or give as a workshop will focus will be on Cre- gift. Learn the basic tools and techniques. ative Writing, Painting a Picture with Words and believable dialogue. How do you tell the damn story? Voice Overs A-B-Cs It’s been said there are three rules to writing a novel...the y in the with Kathy Garver buttermilk is, nobody knows what they are. What we do know is the 30 mins $10 per person writer must bring the reader into the story by presenting the five Well...everybody has heard a voice over senses...See, Hear, Feel, Taste, and Smell. Now when I say Feel, at one time or another. There are three I’m not talking about ‘touch’, I’m talking about emotionally. If the main categories of voice overs: Character writer doesn’t feel what he’s writing about...neither will the reader. voices, Movie narration, and Commercial How do you suck the reader into your story? By writing Believable Advertising. Veteran actor Kathy Garver Dialogue. So, you might ask, ‘What is that?’ The answer is by writ- walks you through the labyrinth to make ing like people talk...not like they write. Learn how to listen to your sense of this lucrative business. characters…and then write down what and how they say it. Whip It Up with Cicso /Tonto Everything You Always Wanted to Know (aka John Phipps) About Acting But Were Afraid to Ask 15 mins $10 per person, with Gary Clarke $5 per child, permission required 45 mins $10 per person Join John Phipps in learning to crack What do you need to know to be a great a bullwhip! AKA“Tonto” or “Cisco”, actor? What are the big no-no’s? Do I John was tutored by old masters of need to change fill in the blank o the whip, teachers to the stars. Each all characters need a back story? What are student in the workshop gets 1 on 1 in- the drawbacks to acting? What’s the best struction in how to hold a whip, how to fill in the blank draw it back, and bring it forward to snap. Real time practice is also allowed. You have Questions! Ask, and Gary will Phipps discusses the physics of how a whip works, and why you need answer minutes of detailed instruction. ain more confidence. to move in just the right way. Without proper instruction, one can Become an insider. Oh, and remember, this is supposed to be really get cut up by that ying strip of leather FUN! With Gary Clarke as the instructor, how could it not be? If you have your own whip already, bring it along. There will also be So You Want to be a Rodeo Clown? vendors selling whips. It is recommended beginners start with the with Daryl Knight shorter whips . eginning with a + foot long whip can be quite painful and discouraging. ★ Tips, tricks, and tales of caustion! Oh, & Face Paint! 15 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 Winner Winner Chicken Dinner! eep ele AT ONE TIME, San Angelo, Texas was the inland sheep center of the have erected a scattered U.S.A! With a nod to their heritage, businesses through San Angelo ock of fiberglass sheep, each uniquely painted to reect the tastes and purposes of the owner. Your assignment, if you accept, is to take a selfie with as many sheep as you are able while in San Angelo. There are over 100! Here’s a complete list you may download: www.SanAngeloSheep.info. Steps to Enter: . ake selfies with the sheep the buddy system works great mail ust selfie to cowboywayfestgmail.com with “Sheep” in the subject e’ll email you a link to upload all your selfies 4) Wait until the next issue of the CWTribune for the winner to be announced. in a full page of your best selfies in the Fall issue of the CWTribune PLUS $25. So get out there and hug some sheep!★

16 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune Winner Winner Chicken Dinner! Costume Contest for Cowboys & Cowgirls THIS IS A SERIOUS CONTEST Y’ALL. We’re looking for THE most authen- ticly dress cowboy and lady attending the 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee. Win- ners take home a Plaque, a handshake, a hug (optional), and braggin’ rights! Categories: Most Authentic Cowboy and runner up Most Authentic Lady and runner up Judges will interview all day Friday and Saturday and an- nounce the winners, 3pm Saturday, May 2, 2020 in the Commissary building.

Judges are Mike Thompson, award-winning re-enactor; Rick Mantooth, General Manager, Foster Communications; and Dr. Jason Pierce, Professor of History, Ange- lo State University. Thank you in advance for judging gentlemen!★

17 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 Concho Cowboy Company — Guns For Hire

THE CONCHO COWBOY COMPANY is an old West re-enactment group from San Angelo, TX with a non – profit status. hey are an award winning group, traveling across Texas… and as far away as Tombstone. AZ and Wichita, KS… to bring late 1880 history alive for spectators, young and old alike! Safety is utmost im- portance and they can boast a stellar safety record. Junior “deputies” are always sworn in by our Marshal following performances by awarding them a sticker “badge”. Their website is www.ConchoCow- boyco.org. Check in and learn about Marshal Cactus Jack—outlaw turned lawman, Madam Sunshine—pushy saloon owner, Will Killem—meanest man around, iss ioletwho finds trouble without trying, Tiny Tom— ex-soldier, pistolero & gambler, and Jingles—saved by Marsal Cactus Jack from a ‘neck tie party.” It’s all in left to right: Richard Porter aka Will Killem (Trailboss), Heather Tisdale aka Miss Violet, Tom good fun! ★ Cotton aka Tiny Tom, Roger Banks aka Deputy Jingles, Karen Smith aka Madam Sunshine (Vice-Pres.), and Jack Smith aka Marshal Cactus Jack (Sec./Treasurer).

Re-Enactment Schedule for the Concho Cowboy Company Friday May 1 & Saturday May 2 10AM and 3PM Sunday May 3, 2020 11AM and 3PM

Cowboy Ways Nowadays, Our Official Facebook Group Join our official online community, Cowboy Ways Nowadays on Facebook to keep up with your fellow attendees, find current Jubi- lee information posted there. It's a great place to find a hotel room- mate or ride share. Use at your own risk, of course, but we do our best to make certain everyone observes the Cowboy Way. It's also Visit the a great place to learn about concerts, western products, and what's

going on in the world of cowboys; often it’s even good for a laugh. Fort Concho Website Feel free to share on there, as well. ★

18 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune Fort Concho & The Cowboy Way by Robert Bluthardt, Site Manager, Ft. Concho National Historic Landmark

WHILE FORT CONCHO NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK is pri- Not far from Fort Concho, marily a military history site, its programs and events for many years downtown San Angelo offers have reected a high level of our nation’s cowboy heritage. he the Cactus Book Store, one rmy arrived first in late , and it was not long thereafter that a of the best sources for books parade of cowboys plus sheepmen, buffalo hunters, and other west- on the American West. A ern characters made San Angelo a lively spot. The fort board, staff, very short walk will bring and volunteers take a broad perspective in portraying this region’s you to the boot shop of M. colorful past, so it is most appropriate that our community and its L. Leddy. Many antique fort host the 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee. and specialty stores along While Jubilee guests are at Fort Concho, they can enjoy a special the way will distract you, display of prints and sketches that tell the story of Charles Good- and should you get hungry night, the famed rancher and cattleman of the post-Civil War era. or thirsty, many fine restau- Sponsored by the Susan Kathleen Black Foundation, Inc, this dis- rants and bars will be happy to serve you. Dominating the whole play in the fort’s Barracks 1 Visitor Center pays appropriate tribute district, the actus otel, a s landmark, now has offices and to a true Texas legend. some apartments. If the doors are open, walk into the restored lob- by and imagine those days when many major cattle, sheep, oil, and For the past five years Fort oncho has hosted a special summer land deals were sealed with a handshake. The historic cattle days show of the American Plains Artists whose members paint and continue at the city’s Stockyards District on Bell Street, a few miles sketch scenes that capture the spirit of the nation’s Great Plains, its northeast of downtown. beauty, people, and natural resources. Opening night is June 25 and the show will run until August 2. The show is free to all and the art is We look forward to hosting Jubilee fans. As a former mayor used to ★ also for sale roceeds benefit both the artists and Fort oncho. e say, “Giddy Up!” anticipate about 125 works, including some sculptures, from over A graduate of Brandeis University, Robert Bluthardt started his ca- 50 artists. We host the show in the fort’s Quartermaster building, reer as a classroom Teacher in Boston. Teaching English, Latin, and one of the first two structures erected at the fort in the winter of History to secondary students was rewarding but when the opportu- that was renovated in as the first home of the an nity to immerse in history came up, well, Bob leapt. Angelo Museum of Fine Arts. Since 1982 he has been the site manager at Fort Concho in San Ange- As part of the APA Show we also host National Cowboy Day on Sat- lo, Texas. Charged to oversee a forty-acre twenty-four building site, urday, July 25 as part of celebrations taking place across the country a national historic landmark, the fort is one of the best preserved to honor that uniue merican figure. Free to all, the event has a frontier forts west of the Mississippi. Bob is responsible for the bud- light breakfast, a talk by a local art historian about the show, and get, programs, site personnel and maintenance management, long a lively skit by the award-winning Concho Cowboy Company. The and short range planning, partnerships, fundraising and capital Concho Cowboys perform at the fort throughout the year, includ- projects, and generally keeping a wide range of interested stake- ing the site’s Frontier Day on April 25 and Christmas at Old Fort holders happy. He does this very well with a smile on his face nearly Concho on December 4-6. Frontier Day features many additional all of the time. cowboy/western features including a trick roper. And dozens of cowboys, Texas Rangers, frontier army scouts, Native Americans, and plenty of soldiers fill the arade round for the hristmas event each first weekend of ecember. The Life & Times of Charles Goodnight MASTERFULLY CREATED by acclaimed western/wildlife artist, Lee Cable, The Life & Times of Charles Goodnight, will be on display at Fort Concho May 1—July 31, 2020. his uniue fine art ehibition depicts highlights from the life of historical Texas Icon, Charles Goodnight through 13 original oil paintings. The exhibition also features working sketches for each painting, which invite viewers into Ca- ble’s artistic process, and the intricacies of painting highly detailed, aesthetically pleasing artwork. The Life & Times of Charles Goodnight is sponsored by the Susan Kathleen Black Foundation, Inc., and will be displayed in the Visitor Center at Barracks 1 at no charge to the public. ★

19 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 Performers’ Spotlight featuring Gary S. Pratt of Martin & Pratt Duo

IT IS ALWAYS A PLEASURE TO SPEAK with Gary S. Pratt; he’s just so darn genuine! An award-winning singer/songwriter who draws upon his military and ranching experience, Gary is a working cowboy/rancher, a father and husband, a rising star actor, and a very fine musician. ratt manages all ranching operations for the hickasaw Nation and lives in Davis, Oklahoma with his beautiful wife, Melissa and adorable daughter, Baylee, who plays a mean harmonica. His son, Heath and his wife live in Oklahoma City and just had their first child, ary’s first grandchild. When asked how he got started in music he replied, “I lost a job!” Pratt went on to explain he had written music pretty much all of his life, but he never performed. He was working as a Line Tech with Quest out of Denver. They got bought out, their stock plummeted and he lost his job. He was a bit hesitant to tell his story publicly—“I was kicking around the barn, out of sorts so I prayed to God for guidance. And a light went off, ‘Do something with your music.’” So he grabbed his guitar, made a CD with Doyle Ellis of Ellis Sound Productions, Durant, Oklahoma and mailed it off to everyone he knew including Jim Gray, who at that time owned Drovers Mercan- tile in Ellsworth, Kansas. Gray liked it well enough that he forward- ed it to a Cowboy Gathering in Lawrence, Kansas. And they liked it, too ratt’s first thirtyminute show was at their event. It was a great decision. After the show a guy in a checkerboard shirt name of Ernie Rodina said to Pratt, “That was good. We need a cowboy musician, wanta work?” Rodina represented Purina Mills. That was the beginning of a long and fruitful relationship for both the company and Gary. Purina Mills hooked him up with Pastor Steve Stafford of Risen Ranch Cowboy Church. They toured ‘round the Country together for six years sponsored by Purina and John Deere. “Leading people to God through cowboy music, it doesn’t get any better than that!” declares Pratt. I don’t think it does, either. (I love Gary Pratt (above, three photos), this story!) right, Caleb Martin In addition to his numerous performances across the Midwest, Gary has appeared in two RFD-TV series, and the Extreme Cowboy Race. He has also appeared in several television commercials for Ford rucks, along with four films,Black Marshall: The Hunt for Dozier (2002) and Trail End (2007), for which he composed the title song “Trail End.” Pratt says, “working with Barry Corbin in Trail End is one of the highlights of my career.” Since then he has begun racking BANG! up the movie credits. orking as a wrangler in the upcoming film with W. Owen Truitt Chickasaw Rancher (2020) gave him an opportunity to work with one of the finest crews in the industry. e’s also the country singer (who’s surprised?) in Sleeping in Plastic (2019). On a personal note, he says Howard, Murph, Red, Don and Dan will return next issue. Please say an extra prayer for Oren and his are men in the industry that he truly admires. He’s talking about family. His mother passed away recently and his father just had greats here — Howard Keel, Michael Martin Murphey, Red Steagall, a stroke. This on top of other family issues. We are grateful for Don Edwards, and Dan Roberts. He talks to the Keel and Corbin Oren — his contributions and support of the Cowboy Way and Families on a regular basis. He says to me that he also had the plea- the Jubilee. Thanks Oren, hang in there! See ya next issue! ★ sure of performing with Lynn Anderson and Jean Shepard as well as Murphey. Nice circle of pals there, Gary! 20 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune Performers’ Spotlight featuring Gary S. Pratt of Martin & Pratt Duo

Music-wise, Pratt has pro- duced five studio albums. ou can download ‘em all here: www.garyspratt.com scroll down and click on “Music.” Pratt’s achievements include the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum’s 2008 Wrangler Award for Outstanding New Artist Award. (For those of you who do not know, this is a BIG deal!) He is also a touring artist with the Oklahoma Arts Council since 2004. The Arts Council’s Touring Program presents workshops and concerts across the state. Pratt has been sponsored by Twisted X oots since . ary likes to point out he is the first performer wisted X has sponsored; they’ve been a team for 15 years now. We are so blessed he loves the Cowboy Way Jubilee – he’s appeared every year. CALEB MARTIN has over 20 movie credits. He and Pratt met on the set of Chickasaw Rancher and a friendship was born. Martin is known for his natural acting talent, likable personality, and outstanding work ethic (typical cowboy). He was a 2015 SHINE graduate of Actors, Models, & alents for hrist and recently completed filming Chickasaw

Rancher (2020) by Chickasaw Nation Productions. He also appears in Sinjar: Valley of the Shadow by Amor Domini Productions. An experi-

enced and professional horseman, Martin competes on the rodeo circuit as an Award-Winning Team Roper (since age nine). Recently he has had the opportunity to use his horse riding and stunt skills in film proects. Musically, Caleb loves singing country and gospel music. He plays multiple instruments, including: acoustic guitar, harmonica, ukulele, and con- certina accordion. Hopefully he’ll share some of his roping skills as well as musical talent with us! ★

www.WildWestToys.com 21 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 Home on the Range’s author: David Wendel Guion

WHO WROTE THE CLASSIC SONG, Home on the Range? We all know it, we all sing it, but what are its’ origins? No one knows for certain from where the words and tune originated. There are many stories and many claimants to the tune and words. However, we do know who wrote the firstpublished arrangement and song sheet for Home on the Range, native Texan and area celebrity, David Wendel Guion from Ballinger, Texas. Ballinger is about a 45 minute drive from San Angelo, Texas today. However, when David Guion was a child taking piano lessons in San Angelo, it was a half-days train ride. Those piano lessons paid off, today Guion (say guy-on) is a well-known contemporary compos- er. He is best known for his arrangements of cowboy tunes, Afri- can American spirituals, and original compositions often inspired by the people, places, and things of West Texas. David wrote and published Turkey in the Straw. His Texas Fox Trot is also famous. Guion came from a large family during a time when cowboys still rode down the streets and prior to the oil boom. Born in December of 1892, the family patriarch was an attorney who saw that his young- est son’s talent for music was honed. We’re certainly glad. He even sent young David to Vienna to study under Leopold Godowsky @ America with Guion (June–Sep- the Imperial Academy of Music after which Guion returned to West tember 1931) and David Guion Texas and taught piano at area schools (post-sceondary). and Orchestra (January–March 1932). These programs, which Soon Guion took off for brighter lights. He “did two series of were carried across the country weekly radio shows featuring his own music exclusively: Hearing in a coast-to-coast hookup, contributed to the vogue for singing cowboys that continued on radio and television through the 1940s and early 1950s.” (source: wiki- pedia) David knew of what he wrote. e won first prie in rodeos at Estes Park and Cheyenne, Wyo- ming. He could handle a horse. Guion may look the polished academic, and he certainly was a well-off child, but he could hold his own with the cowboys of the time. It’s what makes his music so authentic! His musical credits are extensive, over 200 pieces from songs to symphonies to ballets to “Nobody Knows de Trouble I Sees” (yes, he wrote that!) Guion was creative, talented and a real credit to Texas and the music of the cowboy. He retired into what he hoped would be anonymity but his music would not allow it. The famous Round Top Festival Institute has an entire room dedicated to David W. Guion. You may take a virtual tour of it by clicking here. uion’s inuence to music will be felt for many years, perhaps generations, to come. ★

22 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune Change, It Happens Acclimating and Embracing Change by T.C. Miller, Author

ONE OF THE FEW CONSTANTS in life is change. From the time we wake up until we go to bed, the environment, and the way we live our lives seems to be in a state of u. ere are some thoughts on how to deal with change. Acknowledge Change he first step in facing change is to realie it’s happening since it often sneaks up over time. A good example is the Internet. Thirty years ago, most people were only slightly familiar with it. Today, it is a huge part of our lives. Cell phones are another example. They were used mostly by businesses back in the 90s. Today, they are everywhere, and pay phones are going the way of the dinosaur. Accept Change Author T.C. Miller has written extensively in a variety of genres It is possible to ignore change, but that can leave us feeling confused and formats. He created the BlackStar Ops Group book series and lost. Besides, most of us eventually accept change, even if we are eight years ago and is working on the fourth book in the series dragged into it while kicking and screaming. ver time, fivepound of clean-read spy thrillers, BlackStar Enigma. His Western short cellphones gave way to ip phones that fit into a shirt pocket, and story, “Mary Elizabeth Peabody,” appears in Flynn The Series, a now smart phones that access the Internet have become the norm. Western Anthology, published by Timber Creek Press. Miller was Otherwise, how would you stay in contact through social media? named Outstanding Author of 2017 at the Rose State College Fall On the other hand, change sometimes occurs rapidly, and we are Symposium For Writers. For more information, visit T.C.’s website forced to adapt quickly. Terrorist attacks in 2001 brought imme- www.BlackJackBomber.com diate changes to the way we conduct our daily business. Security lines at airports and searches of our luggage are now common. We accepted the changes because of safety concerns. We may not have welcomed them, but realized they were necessary. Adapt We adapt to change as our world evolves, or we get left behind. It’s that simple. Nobody wants to hide in their home and peek out from behind a curtain at the passing parade. It’s more fun to be in the middle of the action. Most of us choose to adapt when we know the reasons behind the change. The Cowboy Way Jubilee is a good example. The desire to see the event grow bigger and better means moving it to San Angelo, Texas. It’s a community that is welcoming us with open arms. The people behind the CWJ have the foresight to break free from constraints and forge a better future for the event. Plan A Transition It also opens exciting new possibilities. There are ample opportunities to visit new places and meet new people. We’ll have a new slate of musicians to entertain us, and even more celebrities to chat with. So, why should we take the leap? It’s far too easy to fall into the same old routine as we get older. Months, and even years go by as we close ourselves off to new experiences. It’s easy to shut out the world and watch our daily routine become set in stone. Unfortunately, our minds can follow suit. The cure? Get out and try new things. Visit new places and meet people who might not otherwise cross our paths. In other words, live. San Angelo is a good place to start the adventure.★

23 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 Western Art Review Ruiz Studio & Gallery, San Angelo, Texas by Leslei Fisher, Editor

RAUL R. RUIZ IS A VERY SPECIAL PERSON with definite talent; he celebrates life every day. Known as the “Sheep Shearing Artist of West Texas,” Raul was born in Tom Green County, November 3, 1959 to Daniel and Clara Ruiz. Even as a young child, he showed a strong artistic talent that has followed him all his life (and served him well). A native of Eola, Raul seems to be granted the serenity and seclusion that only a small town upbringing affords. Like his father, brothers, and grandfather before him, Raul labored as a sheep shearer in the family business as a youth and teen. But wherever the business took them, he always had a sketch pad and a ‘beat up old canon camera’ to capture what his heart saw—beauty every where. Earning twelve dollars a day, he learned hard work and saw how raw honesty was worn like courage by the men and women he A residual of his upbringing, Raul Ruiz collects old trucks. They encountered. As Ruiz describes it, sheep shearing is an art form. It bring back memories of riding in the back of his ‘dad’s old beater’ — takes three years apprenticeship to become a full edged shearer, ‘cold, the smell of diesel,’ not a comfortable picture. And yet, there he tells me. And, his father would only hire the very best shearers. is a beauty in those memories and old trucks. He bragged to me of Raul credits his father (who only completed the sixth grade) with his “ol’ rusty ’53.” It brings a broad smile to his face, colored with teaching him respect and excellence while his mother passed on her contentment. It is apparent a brand new Mercedes would not bring strong faith in God. I see it in Ruiz’ face as he speaks. him as much joy. As a budding 1970s artist, Ruiz, began an apprenticeship with the nationally recognized and renowned Texas artist and sculptor, Dwight C. Holmes. Holmes was a member of a generation of well-known artists having apprenticed himself with the ‘Taos painters,’ the likes of orfirio alina and obert ood in the early 1900s. Dwight led Raul into the same variety of mediums he enjoyed, passing on the wisdom and art of a generation of celebrated talent to the younger artist. After nine years of study, Raul’s apprenticeship ended abruptly when the great artist, his friend and mentor, passed away. He still follows Holmes’ advice — ‘paint what you know.’ Today, Ruiz has painted some of the most beautiful landscapes of Texas and has created several of the most recognized sculptures in the State. In the world of Western art, his work enjoys great popularity. Many collectors own multiple pieces of Ruiz’s. The Panhandle Plaines Histor-

24 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune ical Museum in Canyon Texas has been one of those sources eager to present Raul’s work. He rattles off a litinay of collectors and exhibits — a number of West Texas banks have collected his work as well as other private collectors and businesses. And Ruiz has had many successful one-man shows across the Southwest U.S. In addition to sheep, one of his most well-known works is the life- sized statute of the famous story teller, Elmer Kelton, located in the Tom Green County's Stephens Central Library in downtown San Angelo. It is an excellent representation and something of which Raul is rightfully proud. It does help that he knew Elmer well enough to call him a friend. And, his friend Kelton once advised him “keep your roots, no how big you grow; stay small inside.” In otherwords, stay humble. It appears that Ruiz took Kelton’s advice to heart. aul tells me his first really successful gallery showings were along side Ace Reid, the delightful cowboy cartoonist. Reid taught him a lot about showings. Raul picks up a piece of paper with obvious pride and shows me, “Reid gave this to me, see, there’s his signature right there.” It’s of a silly steer, tail swishing. Classic Ace Reid. I look around and I see this inuence in the artist’s studio. eauty and humor. Ruiz has tips for budding artists—work with great professionals. One show can open many doors, two is even better. Travel with these professionals, be a lackey, do the work, it will pay off. Ruiz traveled with Elmer Kelton on several occasions and had a few shows with ce eid. ot only did it open doors, it inuenced aul, the man, thus affecting his art. You can see he believes it made him better. His descriptions of the experiences shines through; it pushed him to do better and be better. Last week, I had the priviledge of meeting up with Raul to discuss his work in person. The one take-away is how amazed the artist is that people love his work. It’s no small wonder. He sees beauty every where he looks, in the simple, every day things as well as the more ornate. And God gifted him with the ability to translate what he sees so that we may also see it. Lucky us! His website is www.RuizStudio.com, and his studio information is: Ruiz Studio & Gallery, 76 North Chadbourne, San Angelo, Tex- as 76903. Stop in and visit with Raul. Commissions are welcome but expect a six to twelve month wait. We think he’s worth it! ★

25 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 Bent Towards Prose featuring cowboy poet Ron Secoy, Central High, Oklahoma

Well Done, Cowboy Credentials A brand new Oklahoma morning Breezes comin’ outta the south The cattle market was way down Moseyin’ ‘cross the plain He knew he needed to sell anyway Along the dusty Chisholm Trail Couldn’t afford the feed and such Long grass wavin’ to and fro He just got more behinder each day Dancin’ to the chorus of a chickadee The truck was pert near give out In the distance a drum beat Ran on just a wing and a prayer Or buffalo on the move? Held together by baling wire The rancher made it to the parking lot Darkness succumbing to dawn Tires so bald they barely held air Before need over took cowboy pride Sung in by lowin’ cattle Grabbed some credentials from the truck Another child was on the way Marched back in and got eye-to-eye Harmony from the half hum His wife would foal in the Spring Of the wrangler tendin’ the herd Vittles scarce enough for the adults “Now looky here city fellar As black sky fades to blue But starvin’ kids was another thing There’s a starvin’ family to feed Painted, then repainted Gotta have me one of your positions Couldn’t ask for another loan I’m a desperate man fulla need” By the swayin’ brushes Didn’t have credit at the bank Of cottonwood and red cedar In hock to way up past his ears “You ain’t got no fences need mendin’ A coyote’s plaintiff call Mortgaged down to the last plank Ain’t no beef cattle in this here place Or a Comanche scout? But mister I got me a will of pure iron Figured he’d better get a job Look close, at my real friendly face” Cusie rousin’ snorin’ cowboys At the big mercantile in town “Roll out, coffee’s ready!” Sure needed a steady paycheck “Yes sir, my writin’ is chicken scratchin’ Rowels a jinglin’ Wouldn’t let his family down But I can tally the best you’ve ever seen Rustlin’ canvas I’m real kind to women, kids and horses Never applied for no city job Though I must admit, I have a streak of mean” racklin’ cook fire Wife said he had to have a resume Horses’ neigh “Ain’t that some fancy French dish?” “Can’t stand those whiny people Conversation barely a syllable or two “Nope, but it is the big city way” Yet, at swapping I’m pretty fair The aroma of bacon and biscuits I can handle ornery types “What in tarnation is a resume?” And brother I’ve known my share” Flour gravy fillin’ the plate He thought, as he scratched his head Sustenance for a day in the saddle Can’t have nuthin’ to do with cowboyin’ Dumped his branding irons on the desk ust fillin’ the wrinkle of their faces Had to sleep on it and went to bed “Here’s some more credentials for you Sun turnin’ scorched skin to leather Now unless you got some work for me At sun up he got at it again I’m gonna show you what they can do” Wind and dogies their constant companions Nothin’ to put on a resume Step by step, hour by hour on the trail She said, “Just list your education” Then he recalled a Bible verse At the Biltmore in old St Lou “Third grade” was all he could say Be angry, it said, but do not sin Or the Crystal Palace Grabbed up his stuff and turned to go His darlin’ got another grand idea “Reckon, I won’t be botherin’ you then” They’ll cut in to the steaks “Go down there with your credentials” Without a second thought So he loaded up his trophy buckles hose are mighty fine credentials sir But the Big Trail Boss And other impressive incidentals And , you know, I like your deportment Will hear their table grace Yes, you can go to work here today Now the man down at the mercantile You’re perfect for our complaint department” On his face a proverbial smile With his credentials weren’t so impressed He’ll say, “Well done, cowboy” When he showed him where the bull had hooked him The man went to hidin’ under his desk

An Oasis in the Desert … Off the Beaten Path.

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About the Poet Cowboy poet, Ron Secoy lives in Central High, Oklahoma, not far from Duncan, Oklahoma and the famed Chisholm Trail. He claims he is a physician assistant by profession, a soldier by history, an author by notoriety, a Christian cowboy poet by calling, and a [true] cowboy at heart. Ron has written something, from short stories to newspaper articles and personal journaling, most of his life. His first book, Cowboy Psalms, came from his gut, his love for his Lord, and the cowboy way of life. In total, Secoy has written three volumes of Christian cowboy poetry, Cowboy Psalms; The Cowboy, the Creation and the Creator; and Cowboy at Heart/Tales from the Trail. A member of the Oklahoma chapter of the International Western Music Association, Secoy is also Western Wordsmiths member. Ron is very active promoting cowboy music and poetry in his state. For the past three years, Ron has served as a performer, emcee, and coordinator for the Campfires, Cattle and Cowboys Gather- ing at the Chisholm Trail Heritage Center in Lawton, Oklahoma. Ron lives on six acres with his wife Anneliese and their daughter, Rani-Anne and a “passel of God’s creatures – 2 wolf dogs, a cow dog, a cat, and two fine examples of horse flesh.” The 2020 Jubilee will be Ron’s third and we’re delighted to have him returning for 2020. ★

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27 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 Ft. Concho & The Western Frontier by Robert Bluthardt, Site Manager, Ft. Concho National Historic Landmark

location had good water in the Concho Rivers, a critical factor wherever a post was located. With few nearby trees for lumber the locally available limestone offered a more stable building material and may be primarily responsible for the fort surviving intact. With many changes of commanders, plans, and the constant challenge of supplying the post by freight wagon (no rail connection until 1888), the fort grew slowly with the last structure, the chapel, completed in 1879. The original military reservation covered 1600 acres with the main Concho River to the north serving as a barrier to the “whiskey and sin” village that soon developed to separate the soldiers from their pay. Fort Concho never suffered any direct attacks as the Native Amer- icans rarely assaulted western forts. Its troops rode thousands of miles in scouting and patrol missions, mapping the area, erecting telegraph lines, building roads, and protecting stage lines. In its twenty-two year history it had a perfect balance of infantry and cavalry units assigned; it also had a perfect balance of white and black soldiers. Fort Concho hosted units of all four Buffalo Soldier units of the 24th and 25th Infantry and 9th and 10th Cavalry. These troops received the name from the Indian foe who allegedly equated the troops’ dark and matted hair to that of their sacred buffalo. Fort Concho served as the headquarters for Colonel Benjamin Grierson and his th avalry from . mong rierson’s officers was t. enry . Flipper, the first frican merican graduate of est oint and the only black officer in the military in his day. It also had the headquarters in the early 1870s for Colonel Ranald MacKenzie’s famed 4th Cavalry. And Fort Concho had the headquarters for the 11th Infantry in the 1870s and the 16th Infantry in the 1880s. Fort Fort Concho is home to three mules, Barney, Betty, and Mac. They are used troops participated in two main campaigns: separate actions against soley to pull wagons. Here are two of the three — Betty & Barney we think. the Comanches in 1872 and 1874, and the Victorio campaign against COWBOY WAY JUBILEE ATTENDEES this year will enjoy the build- the Warm Spring Apaches in 1880-1881. ings and grounds of Fort Concho, a national historic landmark of By the late 1880s with the growth of San Angelo and the arrival of the post-Civil War era that ranks among the best preserved forts the railroad it became clear the troops were not necessary, so the of its generation west of the Mississippi. Its limestone structures post closed on June 20, 1889 and immediately entered several gen- have survived 150-plus years in three phases, military service (1867- erations of civilian occupancy. Those solidly built structures were 1889), civilian occupancy (1889 – 1930 with some buildings in ci- adapted and altered into homes, businesses, and storage buildings. vilian hands until the 1990s), and preservation and museum status By 1910 a school had been built on the parade ground and streets (1930 to today). In 2020 the historic site comprises about 40 acres carved through the site. While the “old fort” as the locals called just south of downtown San Angelo, the community it created in the s, with nine of ten original officers uarters, plus an original chapel, headquarters, quartermaster, and commissary with two barracks lining three sides of the ten-acre Parade Ground. In addition, a relocated powder house and reconstructed hospital and two barracks and rear mess halls fill out the site. wo of the original stables are located just north of the Parade Ground with a modern Living History Stables nearby that houses the fort’s mules, wagons and on- going programs. fter the ivil ar the increased traffic into the traditionally held omanche and pache lands caused inevitable conict, so on- gress instructed the Army to build a new line of posts to secure the new frontier. In eas, Forts oncho an ngelo, riffin near Albany) and Richardson (in Jacksboro) replaced Forts Chadbourne, Phantom Hill and Belknap. Established on December 4, 1867, the

28 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune Ft. Concho & The Western Frontier by Robert Bluthardt, Site Manager, Ft. Concho National Historic Landmark

it had virtually disappeared into modern appearances, far-sighted acquired McChristian Collection citizens led by a community leader, Mrs. Ginevra Wood Carson, of the Frontier Soldier, one of the started the preservation efforts in the late 1920s. She acquired the finest and best researched collec- Headquarters building and created the West Texas Museum that tions of post-Civil War uniforms became the Fort Concho Museum in 1935, when the City of San An- and related equipment anywhere. gelo assumed its management and operation. The museum board The fort remains a unit of city bought the chapel and reconstructed two barracks and mess halls government with a staff of twelve by the mid-1950s, and in 1961 the site was declared by the federal full-time and two part-time peo- government a “national historic landmark,” the highest such desig- ple, an advisory board of fifteen, nation in historic preservation. a separate foundation with a board of nine, a corps of 150 regular A professional director was hired in 1967 and the past several gener- volunteers with a cadre of 750 volunteers for special events. We ations have seen an aggressive policy of building and grounds pur- look forward to Jubilee guests. In the meantime, visit our web site chases with all buildings restored to their original exterior appear- at fortconcho.com. ★ ance. Today, the fort controls all of the extant historic structures A graduate of Brandeis University, Robert Bluthardt started his ca- and 99% of the core 40-acre site. Professional staff and increased reer as a classroom Teacher in Boston. Teaching English, Latin, and support from both the city budget and donations have created a se- History to secondary students was rewarding but when the opportu- ries of award-winning programs, special events, exhibits and special nity to immerse in history came up, well, Bob leapt. displays, and historical period interiors at many buildings that serve nearly 60,000 guests annually including all 50 states, 300 Texas Since 1982 he has been the site manager at Fort Concho in San Ange- communities, and 30 foreign countries. The fort’s library/archives lo, Texas. Charged to oversee a forty-acre twenty-four building site, comprises over 15,000 books, including three special collections a national historic landmark, the fort is one of the best preserved and an extensive collection of photos, records and original letters. frontier forts west of the Mississippi. Bob is responsible for the bud- The fort collections has over 35,000 artifacts including the recently get, programs, site personnel and maintenance management, long and short range planning, partnerships, fundraising and capital projects, and generally keeping a wide range of interested stakehold- ers happy. He does this very well with a smile on his face nearly all of the time.

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29 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 The Battle of Honey Springs by Terry Anderson

THE BATTLE OF ing utensils, and a coffee pot were stowed. It rained just a few days Honey Springs before and the ground was wet and spongy. The nights were also took place on chilly. The men and women who were camping in preparation of the July 17th, 1863 re-enactment deserve a lot of credit. The Oklahoma Historical Soci- in Indian Ter- ety have over a thousand acres that stretch from southern Muskogee ritory. Some County into McIntosh County. The area has six walking trails and 9,000 men took you can traverse through history along them. The re-enactments are part in the battle scheduled every two years. The next one will happen in 2021. — the majority fter a brief bit of history on the battle, the first Union cannon of which were fired. It was answered by one from the onfederate position. f- Indian and black ter the cannonade barrage, the Confederate ground forces moved soldiers. The forward and engaged in battle with the Union forces. A small cav- Federal forces alry detachment tried to ank the Union line and was repulsed; the consisted of the Federal forces moved forward and the Confederate troops had to First and Sec- give ground. ond Cherokee Indian Home The Union had ten cannons to the Confederates four. Two pieces Guard and the of Union artillery were 1857 twelve-pound Napoleon Howitzers and First Regiment two were six-pound Howitzers. They also enjoyed an abundance of of Kansas Col- pringfield ries and plenty of shot, shells, and canisters. he on- ored Volun- federates used cheap eican gunpowder that often misfired, plus teers, the first the showers that went through the area added to their problem with African-Amer- damp gunpowder. They had obsolete smooth bore muskets and ican regiment intlock shotguns. uring the battle, the onfederates resorted to in the Union using bows and arrows! Army. This group mainly consisted of escaped slaves from Missouri and Arkansas that made their way to Kansas. Two white cavalry bat- talions, the Sixth Kansas and the Third Wisconsin, and an infantry battalion of six companies of the Second Colorado Infantry Regi- ment were also on the Union side. I’ve read that several Delaware, Kickapoo, Quapaw, Seneca, Shawnee and Osage also participated in the battle. The Confederate forces were the First Choctaw Regiment, the econd hoctaw egiment, the first hickasaw and hoctaw egiment. The First Creek Regiment and Second Creek Regiment, A Cherokee Regiment, and a Seminole detachment, and a small unit of the wentyeventh eas avalry were also on the field of battle. The Confederate forces had a numerical advantage, while the Union had better equipment in both quality and quantity. The re-enactment took place on November 2nd, 2019. My grand- son Jacob and I were fortunate enough to attend the afternoon session and witness a replay of history. We arrived at approximately , paid five dollars each at the entrance and parked in a pas- ture across the road. In the makeshift parking lot, we saw vehicles from Arkansas, Texas, Missouri, Kansas, Colorado, and California, as well as Oklahoma. Once we crossed the road to the actual site of the re-enactment, we passed a row of vendor trailers hawking anything from turkey legs to pork rinds, soft drinks, and candy. We toured the grounds and saw the union position and artillery to the north and the confederate position and cannons to the south. We toured the grounds before the battle started and walked to the campground where the re-enactors were staying. Tents covered a large area. Each one had cots inside; outside, a stack of wood, cook-

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The Confederate defeat at Honey Springs and the loss of supplies Terry Alexander and his wife Phyllis live on was devastating. The Union forces now had control of the Texas a small farm near Porum, Oklahoma. They Road and were able to ship supplies easily. The Confederates now have three children, thirteen grandchildren had to rely on hit and run tactics, and on captured weapons and am- and three great grandchildren. Terry is a munition to continue the fighting. ★ member of the Western Fictioneers, Okla- homa Writers Federation, Ozark Creative Writers and The Tahlequah Writers. He has been published in various anthologies by Airship 27, Pro Se Productions, and Oghma Creative Media.

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MissedISSED BillILL TilghaILGHAMm & TheHE OuUTLAWStlaws aATt tTHEhe 2019 CoOWOBYwoby WayAY JuUBILEEbilee? FindIND timesTIMES & LocationsOCATIONS toTO catchCATCH itIT HereERE: https://one-eyedhorse.com/bill-tilghman-the-outlaws/ 31 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 Hollywood Reel 2 Real Cowboys Buck Jones, Movie Legend

WHETHER EARLY FILM STAR BUCK JONES grew up on a Red Rock Ranch in Indian Territory or not, he did work the Miller Brothers 101 Ranch Wild West Show. He became one of their champion bronc busters—you had to be a real cowboy to do that! Born in December of 1891 outside Vincennes, Indiana Jones joined the US Army at age 16. He deployed to the Philippines, where Jones was wounded during the Moro Rebellion. He reenlisted in 1910 so he could learn to y not realiing one had to be an officer to be a pilot. He did his second stint, then, as a civilian, Buck went on to train horses for the Allied Armies in World War I. Following the War Jones, along with wife, Odelle “Dell” (neé Os- borne) joined and performed with the Ringling Brothers Circus. This led them to Hollywood where Buck worked as a bit player and stuntman in Tom Mix and Franklyn Farnum pictures. First billed as Charles Jones, his real name, Producer William Fox signed Buck after seeing his work. Jones quickly climbed onto the A List of early Hollywood. One of his claims to fame is receiving the most fan mail in a one-month period! He and his horse, Silver made dozens of movies. (He is credited with 167 on IMDB.com). Buck and Dell tried their own production company and then a Wild West Show, both to no avail. Their timing was off. Because Jones had a wonderful baritone voice he was able to transition into the ‘talkies’ where his star continued to rise until the advent of the singing cowboys. The hit serial (1940) followed by starring in T “[on songs in western movies] They use [them] to save White Eagle he Rough with Tim McCoy and Raymond Hatton had Buck back on money on horses and riders and ammunition. Why, you Riders top.While running a business wasn’t his thing, merchandising take Gene Autry and lean him up against a tree with his turned into gold for Jones. From Post’s to aisy ries guitar and let him sing three songs and you can fill up a Grape Nuts to Buck was raking in the royalties. Unfortunately, whole reel without spending any money.” Jones is quoted. Big Little Books, he was one of the 492 victims of the infamous 1942 Coaconut Grove fire oston, dying ust a few days shy of age . uck had critical second and third degree burns to his face, mouth and throat. This, combined with smoke inhalation, is listed as the cause of death. Coaconut Grove was “the” night club in Boston in 1942. Rumors abound about Jones escaping the fire and then returning to save others. That is likely Hollywood Hype meant to capitalize on his name. The truth is Buck was known to have had a bad cold at the time; the fire was heavy with smoke due to the materials in the nightclub; and he was found at the table where he had been seated so it is quite unlikely that he ever left that spot. And doors were blocked by those trying to escape so ‘running back inside’ was really not possible. But it’s a great story and Westerns fans lost a true hero either way. s a final note, uck and ell had one daughter, aine, born in 1918. She married Noah Beery, Jr. followed by Cowboy Hall of Famer icholas Firfires. he never had any children. ★

32 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune Hollywood Reel 2 Real Cowgirls Cathy/Cathay Williams, Lady Buffalo Soldier KNOWN AS “WILLIAM CATHAY” TO HER FELLOW SOLDIERS, claimed. Cathy Williams managed to hide her true identity for nearly two Born to a free man and a years. At 5 feet, 9 inches tall, it wasn’t so unbelievable. And Cathy slave woman in Indepen- knew a male soldiers’ pay was superior to that of a female cook. dence, Missouri, Ms. Wil- November 15, 1866, Ms. Williams enlisted in the United States liams was classified as a Regular Army at Saint Louis for a three-year stint. Assigned to the ‘slave.’ As a youthful house 38th United States Infantry Regiment she soon contracted smallpox slave in Jefferson City, Mis- requiring hospitalization. Imagine keeping your true nature secret souri, Cathy was “liberat- while in hospital on five separate occasions he suffered from di- ed” by the Union Army. abetes requiring all her toes to be amputated. Unfortunately, her Cathy military service was unremarkable except for her frequent illness. s Civil War Experience was Ms. Williams’ unit was transferred to New Mexico where perhaps likely as a laundress and the heat, along with the weakened state of surviving smallpox cook. Unattached and her diabetes, contributed to her poor health. Re- slaves during cords debate whether her secret was discovered by a this time post surgeon but Cathy was summarily discharged period on October 14th by post commander Captain (and Charles E. Clarke. The discharge paperwork prior) says only, “unable to do military duty.” It was were one month shy of two of the three years of considered “contraband.” If she didn’t travel which Williams committed to the Army. with the Union Army, she would have been Years later, Ms. Williams claimed to have seen sent back to the South to a slave owner. action during the Civil War. Evidence does not Discharged from the U.S. Army, Cathay cooked support this but it certainly is possible. Wikipe- at Fort Union, NM for a spell before moving on dia says this about her claim: to Colorado. She eventually married and moved “It is possible that Cathay Williams was present at the to Pueblo, Colorado but the cad stole her money and Battle of Pea Ridge and the Red River Campaign. There her horses. Some is no evidence, however, that supports any claims to her service say this caused her move in the Civil War, although a soldier named "Finis Cathay" did en- to Trinidad, Colorado. For list in the 32nd Missouri Infantry as early as 1862 and participated whatever reason she moved, in most of the major campaigns in the west, including the Siege there she was employed as a of Vicksburg and Sherman's March to the Sea, before helping to seamstress. Having gotten force Joseph E. Johnston's last Confederate army into surrender in wind of the rumor of a lady North Carolina. This unit's history parallels many of the wartime Buffalo Soldier, an eager stories told of Cathay Williams, including its presence in Washing- Saint Louis reporter tracked ton, .., at the final her down. Her story was Grand Review on May first published January , 24, 1865.” 1876 in the St. Louis Times Other sources point Dispatch. Williams is a tes- to her being present at tament to human determina- ★ the above mentioned tion and grit. Pea Ridge and Red River as well. Consid- ering record keeping wasn’t great, much right: Nina of the Denver Col- information was lost orado Chapter of the Buffalo or destroyed, and ev- Soldiers, re-enacting “Cathay ery able bodied per- Williams”, Buffalo Soldier. son was needed, this left: last known photo of Cathy author suspects she Williams, probably taken in Ra- indeed served as she ton or Trindad, Colorado 33 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 Poverty Row Studios The Directors: J.P. McGowan by Mike "Tadpole" Logan

A PIONEER IN FILM, J.P. (John Paterson) McGowan began with silent films, pounded out oaters in the early ‘30s and lived to see the dawn of the space age. A Poverty Row director, he was also an actor, screenwriter, and a producer. Wilkipedia says J.P. “Jack” is “…the only Australian to have been made a life member of the Screen Directors Guild (now Directors Guild of America).” Born in Terowie, South Australia, February 24, 1880, McGowan grew up in Adelaide and Sydney. He served as cavalry in the Second Boer War. Recruited to participate in the 1904 World’s Fair Boer War exhibit, J.P. choose to try his hand at

live theatre. From there the steps toward film were short he oin Kalem Studios of NYC in 1910. As a horseman, he performed many riding stunts in ad from ld Ireland, his first film appearances. Having some success with Kalem, Jack, with new wife Helen Holmes, set up Signal Film Corporation. Known for mainly railroad melodrama series, business failed when Mutual, his distribu- tor failed. fter divorcing cowan moved on from silent film to the talkies acting and directing. McGowan has 232 acting credits listed on IMDB where generally he played either the villain or the sheriff (a toughie with a strong voice either way). He also has 26 screenplays to his credit but with 242 films as director, he is most remembered for that. ascot icture’s The Hurricane Express, a 12-episode “rail v.s. airplane” series featured a young John Wayne directed by Jack. Although well-known for his railway themed yarns, he pumped out Westerns in the depressed 1930s. Directing now greats, Gene Au- try, John Wayne, William S. Hart (Hop-a-long Cassidy), one must believe cowan had some inuence on these young stars. From Mystery Valley (1928) to Where the West Begins (1938) Jack is credited as director for an amaing films over half a doen studios; AND, he acted in many as well. At one point he was an actor under John Ford and at the same time directing his own film. Learn more about this contributing founder to the world of cinema in the 2005 book, Biography of a Hollywood Pioneer J.P. Morgan, by John J. McGowan, McFarland & Company. He is fascinating. ★ 34 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune Book Review: The River By Starlight, Ellen Notbohm A Book Review by Daya Bihm

IN A BEAUTIFULLY WRIT- alizes that their toxic relationship has reached yet another turning TEN DEBUT, Ellen Not- point. The story continues Annie’s stay at the hospital, the people bohm’s The River by Star- she meets along the way, and the surprise that finally becomes her light illustrates Analiese new reason for living. dam finds himself having to make a decision Rushton’s life amid a trou- about their marital home, as well as his livelihood. Those circum- bled family, a brother who stances take him on a journey of his own and the things he may have grants her a way out, and to accept. As both individuals face new trials and tribulations, there the passionate, but toxic is a thread that never seems to fall away. Love. relationship she has with oward the end of the book, a character reects “I guess we are nev- the man that will fill her er truly free of the ones with whom we create life.” The River by heart and mind for life. Starlight, by Ellen Notbohm, is a novel that clearly shows that life In 1900s Iowa, among eco- (and its relationships) is not perfect, nomic downturn and a rag- despite eeting perfect moments. ★ ing war, Annie dances with the theme of loss through- Daya Bihm is an avid reader and out her life. Her critical writer. She lives in the Deep South mother, Amanda, is dying and 2 fiesty kids call her “Mom,” after of cancer. Her father loses his life when a shrapnel goes through his the fact. She enjoys dining out, throw- neck. Annie, at 19 years old, is the recipient of post-partum depres- ing back a few, and travel with her sion after giving birth to a daughter, Cynthia. Lacking understand- family, when she isn’t playing Uber ing, her husband Thomas, doesn’t know how to navigate the unfa- driver, cook, and chief bottlewasher. miliar and dark period his wife faces. He dissolves their marriage, Roles, she does with gusto and love. taking custody of their child. Annie attempts letters to the girl, only to be told to stop by Cynthia’s stepmother. Annie reluctantly moves back onto the family farm. Only while her mother is on her deathbed, does Annie discover a Exclusive 2019 CW JUBILEE POSTER letter in a desk drawer from her brother Cal. He offers his home- forfor POSSEPOSSEMEMBERS MEMBERS onlyonly stead in Montana, a “cozy” two-room shack. Looking to escape life’s disappointments, Annie hops a Pullman one hot, August day. Cal is a bit of a nomad and never stays in one place for long (he stays 5 years with Annie before moving to Vancouver). Once she arrives, nnie finds a clearing with blackberries. he often finds solace there, reading the one gift she still keeps from her ex-husband: a book of poetry by Emily Dickinson. Soon, she meets a businessman-farmer named Adam Fielding. With palomino-blonde hair, he is older than she. He is also a jealous man who sets her heart on fire. heir love story begins after an invita- tion to the shack for dinner. Adam sees her as “plain, a child-sized woman,” with black eyes and hair. He loves her determination and uncanny energy; they often spar with each other. The couple decide to marry on January 1. As a wedding gift to Adam, she makes him a quilt: A River by Starlight. The quilt and its name become of great «Limited Edition sentimental value throughout the life they build together. «Posse Membership will be verified w/Sheriff Karen « The Fieldings are dealt numerous heartbreaking blows while desir- 17˝ x11˝ on glossy paper ing the one thing they want most: a child of their own. Annie is stuck «Suitable for framing in her own grief, often forgetting her husband too, is grieving. He «$20 includes sales tax & shipping knows of her past history with post-partum (referred to as mental illness in the book). It is a journey Annie has been trying to com- Order online @ plete since losing custody of Cynthia. The grief that is still real for www.CowboyWayJubilee.com/CWStore/ both nnie and dam causes a scufe with one of the townspeople, or phone Leslei 580.768.5559 leading Annie to become institutionalized by the courts. Adam re- 35 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 Charlie LeSueur The Man • The Myth • The Legend In Memoriam: January 22, 1951 – November 10, 2019

CHARLES THOMAS LESUEUR was welcomed to the stage January wouldn’t be seen dead in them, they’re dead grotty,” in reference to , and made his final curtain call unday, ovember , the shirts the Dave Clark Five wore. at the age of 68. Charlie was a Mesa, Arizona native born from a When it was time to set out into the world, Charlie made his way to long lineage of Pioneers to Mesa, Arizona. His rich family history Hollywood joining the improv troupe Off the Wall. Eventually he began his love of the Superstition Legend that even a near death was contacted and asked to join the television show “Hotel Balder- experience there could not keep him away. He devoted his life to his dash” in Salt Lake City, Utah where he played the infamous charac- family, music, theater, and most notable his love of the silver screen. ter Raymond. The show surpassed many expectations and Charlie Starting from a young age his adoration of westerns was surpassed was a beloved adversary. Children would line up around the block to by his air for the dramatics that only a good horror film could in- see the villain they secretly loved. The show was a wonderful success spire. Charlie started developing his craft at a young age, frighten- and to the community it is well known that without a bad guy there ing his brother into the night. His brother Ben was noted that, “he can be no heroes. never broke character, until his favorite television show came on”. It is in his time in Salt Lake City while doing a play, Charlie met his From then it was known to all that he belonged center stage. His tal- amazing and beautiful soulmate, Dawn Morris, and made her take ents and interests were fostered by the encouragement and love of the last name of LeSueur. They were gifted with seven beautiful his mother. As he grew into a young man, he developed a special gift children who they shared their love of music, theater, and of course for music and continued to polish his talent throughout the rest of the movies. Now not all of us children can say that we developed the his life, even making it onto the music charts. His love for The Dave same love of horror movies as Charlie, but he raised us kids to un- Clark Five, Gerry and the Pacemakers, and of course The Beatles derstand the intricacies involved in all the movies including what he were huge inuences throughout his life. harlie never missed an called the “B-rated movies” (which tended to be his favorite ones). opportunity to share his trivia knowledge and let his children know As a Dad, Charlie honed his special knack for making each child that back in the sixties, The Dave Clark Five was just as big and at feel as though they were his favorite and always made sure he was times bigger than The Beatles, much to the shock and disbelief his there for all events big and small. He shared stories, knowledge, and children faced at learning their musical heroes were ever below any- above all else his sense of humor. inner time was always filled with one else. He even shared his movie knowledge by informing them laughter and one of his most favorite memories was of a full-on food that in the movie “Hard Day’s Night” George Harrison said, “I fight initiated by him at the dinner table. 36 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune

Charlie created amazing traditions of Sunday random drives that My Dad would have never called himself a humble man, but his abil- ended in beautiful adventures, memories, and understanding of ity to lift people up, to express to others how amazing they are, and history. He always had a deep love for Arizona and would get up- to take the time to find the best in everyone is a character trait that I set when his children would mention that the Salt River was dry and am sure few people can attribute to themselves. Above all else, what filled with brush. e would uickly enlighten them that before the many do not know which I feel honored that he shared with me is valley became so populated and the water was not controlled as it is that his ultimate heroes were his Dad and his wife, Dawn. He was now, it used to ood annually and had a lot more water in it through- sad knowing that his father’s life was taken too soon, but he knew out the year. that his dad would give a person the shirt off his back, and that is As his children grew Charlie began to receive the blessing of grand- what Charlie aspired to do as well. I believe he surpassed him by children, who he carried on the tradition of making them each know giving his socks too! His wife, he always said was the one who made that to him they were the most important person in the world. As the him look good. Behind the man, behind his knowledge, behind his grandchildren grew and developed personalities that matched their jovial character, he said she knew everything. When he would forget names, Papa dubbed each of them with a special nickname, song, to do something, she helped him through it on a whim. She held or pronunciation of their name that was wrapped in his love and everything together professionally and personally and at the same adoration. He spent his weekends asking his wife who was coming time was there through thick and thin. He would tell everyone all the over, what dinner they could prepare for the kids, or what events time that she was his rock. they could attend to see their loved ones. Family get togethers were Charles was preceded in death by his father Ned, and his mother always amazing as they involved Dad usually on the couch with his Wilma. He is survived by his wife Dawn and his seven children eyes closed and him famously saying, “I’m just resting my eyes, just Jennifer, Jennette, Amber, Kira, Cami, Tyler, and Taylor and his listening to everything you all are saying” (side note: he was asleep). siblings Ben, Lisa and their spouses Louisa and Anthony. He has Charlie’s passion for theater led him to have a very successful career nineteen beautiful grandchildren, Zachary, Emily, Alex, Marisa, in advertising, community theater, as a teacher, and in radio. Win- Ryan, Garrett, Noah, Kayden, KD, Gavin, Ian, Nolin, Eric, Regan, ning many distinguishable awards, he eventually met with friends Lily, Eli, Caleb, Deegin, and Henry. To Charlie the above blessings that helped him develop the career that made him never work a he felt honored happened because of his children’s spouses Rick, day in his life as he loved it so much. Meeting and making friends Marc, David, Tim, Mike, and Rachel. with his Hollywood heroes, he knew just as much if not more about Anyone who had the honor of brushing shoulders with Charlie knew the individuals he met. He had an amazing database of knowledge that he was kind, loving, and genuinely cared about each person’s and wanted to share how wonderful his idols were with the world. well-being. He wanted people to laugh and to have a good time. He Starting with the Festival of the West in the early nineties, Char- wanted everyone to know that life was worth living and he portrayed lie learned all he could eventually establishing himself as a notable this in a larger than life attitude. If there is anything to remember writer and earning himself the title of Arizona’s Film Historian. He from his examples it is to spend today laughing and loving … it is loved meeting everyone he could and learning from them, encour- what his family will continue to do in his honor! ★ aging them, and sharing with them the amazing world of the Classic Silver Screen.

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38 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune Featured Event: Regional Cavalry Competition @ Fort Concho, San Angelo, TX FOR THE FIFTH YEAR in a row, Fort Con- 1, and may be found by clicking here. cho will host a Regional Cavalry Competi- Nothing says “Cavalry!” like the thunder tion under the rules and guidelines of the of horse’s hooves and the ash of sabers in United States Cavalry Association (USCA). The NCC includes equitation, jump- the sunlight. Today, many members of the ing, mounted saber, mounted pistol, It is scheduled for April 22 through 25, United States Cavalry Association ride with 2020. Registration forms are due by April cross-country mobility, and platoon drill. horse-mounted ceremonial and historical After three days of competition one trooper units. Every U.S. Olympic horse is named National Cavalry Champion. The and rider through 1948 came from only prerequisites for participation are the the Army, most from the cavalry ability to ride and the willingness to learn branch. To preserve this legacy the traditional skills of the cavalry trooper. of fine horsemanship and improve the skills of modern troopers, the The Regional Cavalry Competition @ ssociation conducted the first Fort Concho will include events in mili- National Cavalry Competition tary horsemanship, combat horsemanship (NCC) at Fort Sill, Oklahoma in as well as jumping, pistol, and saber. The 2002 and continues to hold the course and regulations will be the same as competition every year, concur- those in effect for the USCA annual event rently with the Annual Bivouac. held at Fort Reno, OK. ★

photos courtesy of www.GoSanAngelo.com Upcoming Events to add an event, email details to [email protected] 2020 Cowboy Festival The Official Lone Pine Film Festival International Western Music April 18–19, 2020 Roy Rogers Festival October 8–11, 2020 Association 2019 Conference Santa Clarita, CA July 30 – August 1, 2020 Bishop, CA November 1–15, 2020 www.CowboyFestival.org Portsmouth, OH Sponsored by the Museum of Albuquerque, NM www.RoyRogersFestival.com Western Film History www.WesternMusic.org/events 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee www.LonePineFilmFestival.org April 30 – May 3, 2020 Western Legends Round Up Western Swing Festival Fort Concho, San Angelo, TX August 13–15, 2020 Western Heroes for Jan. 15 – Feb. 5, 2021 www,.CowboyWayJubliee.com Kanab, UT Autistm Rodeo, Ft. Worth, TX www.KanabWesternLegends.com October 17, 2020 www. BirthplaceOfWesternSwing.com Wyatt Earp Days Decatur, TX May 23 – 25, 2020 National Cowboy Symposium www.westernheroesforautism. Fort Worth Tombstone, AZ September 1, 2020 simdif.com Stock Show & Rodeo Sponsored by the Tombstone Lubbock, TX Jan. 15 – Feb. 5, 2021 Lions Club www.Cowboy.org/ Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering Ft. Worth, TX www.TombstoneChamber.com/ October 23–25, 2020 https://www.fwssr.com/ event/wyatt-earp-days/ San Angelo Cowboy Gathering Fort Worth, TX September 11 – 12, 2020 www.RedSteagallCowboyGathering.com 2020 National MidSouth Nostaglia Festival www.SanAngeloCowboy Cowboy Poetry Gathering (formerly Memphis Film Festival) Gathering.com/ Happy Trails Virginia Style Jan. 25 – 30, 2021 June 4 – 6, 2020 October 23–25, 2020 Elko, NV Tunica, MS Silver Spurs Awards Roanoke, VA www.NationalCowboyPoetry www.TheMemphisFilmFestival.com September 25, 2020 https://tinyurl.com/yylxzamd Gathering.org Studio City, CA Buffalo Soldier Days Sponsored by the Reel Cowboys Williamsburg Nostalgia Fest 2020 San Angelo June 27 – 28, 2020 www.SilverSpurAwards.com November 5–7, 2020 Stock Show & Rodeo Tombstone, AZ Williamsburg, VA Feb. 4–21, 2021 https://www.facebook.com/buffalo- The Wild Bunch Film Festival www.WilliamsburgNostalgiaFest.com/ San Angelo, TX Soldierdays/ October 2 – 4, 2020 www.SanAngeloRodeo.com Willcox, AZ www.TheWildBunchFilmFestival.com 39 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 FORT CONCHO NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK IN SAN ANGELO, TEXAS LOOKS FORWARD TO HOSTING THE 2020 COWBOY WAY JUBILEE

ON APRIL 30 – MAY 3

FMI: Fort Concho National Historic Landmark 630 South Oakes, San Angelo Texas 76903 325-481-2646 • www.fortconcho.com 40 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune Fan Club News James Drury’s “The Virginian” Posse Darby Hinton’s Darby’s Darlings & Dudes Fan Club JAMES DRURY and several of The Virginian Cast are looking forward to seeing everyone at Cowboy Way Jubilee at their new venue in San Angelo, TX. Riding into 2020, James Dru- ry's Virginian Posse with membership of 5300+, continues to grow by leaps and bounds. More and more television net- works are airing The Virginian FANS OF DARBY HINTON join Darby’s Darlings & Dudes on Face- series and awakening the Vir- book to share special materials, photos, videos, and event informa- ginian Experience in all of us. The Virginian fans will have several tion throughout the year. It’s a great way to keep up with all the new opportunities in 2020 to meet their hero, James Drury, in person. movies releases in which Darby may be seen as he has been busy Check out Mr. Drury's Personal Appearance Schedule at his web- making movies lately. And Darby keeps up with the club, posting site. ore events will be added as they are confirmed. Click here to personal images with friends and family as well as what he’s up to go to The Virginian website schedule. Fans can join in the fun daily profressionally. Photos, memorabilia, and a few limited edition at 'James Drury's Virginian Posse' on Facebook. items featuring Mr. Hinton may be found in the General Store on We will see you down the trail, his website www.DarbyHinton.com. ★ Karen Lindsey, James Drury Assistant ★ Robert Fuller Fandom Dallas, Texas Gene Autry Fan Club THE ROBERT FULLER FANDOM FANS OF GENE AUTRY and the singing cowboys meet at various is an international fan club with locations in the North Dallas suburbs area on a semi-regular basis. members of all ages from all walks Semi-monthly concert meetings are @ Noon on Saturdays unless of life. Volunteer, Tony Gill a performer is available only on a weekday. There are no club dues serves as the Fandom club presi- but lunch is on your own. Each concert is “pass the hat” (pay what dent. Robert Fuller, star of Lara- you can). Performers generally play for about an hour. Often other mie, Emergency, and countless performers attend and join in; there are even occasional celebrity television shows and movies, was sightings. For a schedule of concerts, contact Jerry Baumann, Club recently inducted into the Texas Screen Collection / Getty Images / Getty Collection Screen President, [email protected], (972) 727–8448. Photos Silver Credit: Image Fuller Robert Trail of Fame. Congratulations from past events are posted at www.roywtucker.com/ga/index. r. Fuller is official website is html, click on the "Photos Taken..." tab. Upcoming events include: www.robertfuller.info. ★ April 8, 11:30AM (Wednesday) Facebook Fan Clubs JONI HARMS THERE ARE LITERALLY DOZENS of Western Fan Clubs on Face- On Your Own Lunch & book! Fan clubs for particular stars, movie periods, and even partic- Pass the Hat Concert ular movies! Here’s a few to get you started: Aboca’s Italian Grille Cowboy Ways Nowadays 100 S Central Expwy Ben Johnson — The Great American Actor Richardson, TX 75080 John Wayne Forever (The Original!) June 27, 12:00NOON Far West (Saturday) Out West MISS DEVON & THE OUTLAW Western Movie Fans SPECIAL GUEST MAXINE HANSEN, Western Movies & Western Series FORMER ASSISTANT TO GENE AUTRY! Western TV Shows & Movies 50s, 60s & 70s + On Your Own Lunch & Pass the Hat Concert Which ones are your favorites? ★ Richardson Senior Center 820 W. Arapaho, Richardson, TX 75080 To Submit to “Fan Club News” email submission to [email protected] Check www.roywtucker.com/ga/index.html including your name & telephone number. Any photo submissions must be at least for additional dates/concerts. ★ 1Mb in size, a photo release will be assumed. anks for helping!

41 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 Kids' Korner* — Activities Pages Fun for *”Kids” of All Ages In the The Virginian Word Search, below, words may be #CWTWordSearch. We'll gather all the posts and draw horizontal, vertical, diagonal, or even backwards. Snap a one lucky winner. Be sure we can contact you, so we can photo and post it on our Facebook group, Cowboy Ways send you your winnings — five bucks. If there is just one Nowadays, or on Instagram with the tags #CWTribune, entrant, you win $5! ★

Name: The VirginianCreated with TheTeachersCorner.net Word Word Search Search Maker RWOTRUCREECZCJENBKUFEIGDH BSLTOWEINALEMMAWGVSLLQKAI Brazos Kid Legacy DEBKTLEVRAGPBTPLGSDPTDTOK Brother Thaddeus Letter of the Law EPAICDBBROTHERTHADDEUSMRF Captive Melanie Country Doctor Mustangers AFILOUPRTRUYSTOPOVERJRUEO Dead Eye Dick Outcast DZDLDLGBADLTOLZNSRGEIDSIR Diablo Owen Wister ESIEYFAUKZNECRFHTBELMUTMT Die Pinto YXTRRKLGMQOUTARUAFTTPEAAU Duel Riff-Raff ECESTALLIONSXTSORJVWALNRN Executioners Seth DBVCNROOFWGMKEETCYFKSSGAE Exile Siege Fortune Socorro ILQCUAWDAFEEWIQRROCBSVELG Gallows Spur CCSNOTSHSOSSSEDOOGSAEARYE Hell Stallion KEAKCVIGUSTRTIGYSFUAGHSSI Hero Star-Crossed LLLPWWGOUSENNEHMSOTGFEKIS Impasse Stopover LIARTNOHNDETIXJOEPOHKSLZG Invaders Sue Ann Jed Timberland CXPRNIFRAEHNHPQDDBDWESYQB Judgement (mispelled) Trail SEBAUDVVEERRETSIWNEWOLXFL Killer Vengeance DIEVDFNELHVSDNALREBMITADS Laramie Road West KUPGUIYLEWKVENGEANCEJPXWK SRZVRIFFRAFFMXTNEMEGDUJXR BRAZOSKID BROTHERTHADDEUS CAPTIVE COUNTRYDOCTOR DEADEYEDICK DIABLO DIE DUEL EXECUTIONERS EXILE FORTUNE GALLOWS HELL HERO Unscramble the threescrambledIMPASSETOMAHAWK words below Once accomplished, draw a line INVADERSJubilee JED JUDGEMENT KILLER LARAMIEROADfrom the word to the matchingLEGACYCOONSKIN picture on theHAT right. Use a different color for each LETTEROFTHELAW MELANIEline. If you like, color in theMUSTANGERSLOG images, CABIN too! ★ OUTCAST OWENWISTER PINTO Scramble BONUS: Upon which TV Series is this Scramble based? ______RIFFRAFF SETH SIEGE SOCORRO SPUR ______STALLION STARCROSSED STOPOVER SUEANN TIMBERLAND TRAIL VENGEANCE WESTA B C G I L N O ______

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______42 Hat Coonskin Tomahawk, Cabin, Log Racing, Barrel Answers: Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune Coloring Page: Boss Man We all love The Viriginian, known as “the Boss.” Fan, Dawn What's missing in the picture? Add it and make it your own! Snap Broussard, has proven to be quite the artist. She agreed to draw a photo and post it in our Facebook group, Cowboy Ways Nowa- Mr. Drury so that you may color in the picture however you like! days, or Instagram, #CWTribuneKidsKorner. Thanks so very much Dawn! And support Dawn by visiting her Facebook Page, Creations by Dawn, out of Gonzales, Louisiana. ★ Howdy All! ©2020 Dawn Broussard, All Rights Reserved. Used with permission.

43 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3 Just for Fun Quiz How well do you know “The Virginian?” Kay & Phill Atterbery & Bill Calhoun, Contributors

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE. Only you’ll know if you cheat! Post your if your fellow fans agree! Or wait until next issue, we’ll post the an- answers on our Facebook Group, Cowboy Ways Nowadays to see swers in the Summer 2020 issue of the Cowboy Way Tribune.

1) How did The Virginian take his coffee? ho drove etsy to rynmar all the first time she visited a. Blond c. Black a. Judge Garth c. Trampas b. Blond & Sweet d. Black & Sweet b. The Virginian d. Steve 2) What was the name of The Virginian’s horse? 12) What was Trampas’s last name? a. Joe D c. Dollar a. Garth b. Hill b. Trampas d. Buck b. Trampas d. Smyth 3) What was The Virginian’s horse’s real name? 13) What was the name of the hotel in Medicine Bow? a. Jody c. Joe D’s Delight a. Grand Teton c. Grand Hotel b. Joe D d. Joe D Windsong b. Teton Hotel d. Medicine Lodge 4) The episode, “A Portrait of Marie Valonne,” was set in 14) What was the real title of The Virginian theme song? which city? a. I Talk to the Trees c. Lonesome Tree a. San Francisco c. New Orleans b. Lonesome Dove d. When Doves Cry b. Galveston d. Tucson 15) Who played the fourth proprietor of Shiloh Ranch? 5) Who played the title role in the episode “Sue Ann”? a. Judge Garth c. Charles Bickford a. Sandra Dee c. Marjorie Hammond b. Colonel McKenzie d. John McIntire b. Patty Duke d. Buffy St. Marie hat year was the first episode ofThe Virginian aired? 6) In which episode does Kurt Russel star? a. 1962 c. 1969 a. ”Ride a Cocked Horse” b. 1965 d. 1971 b. “The Fortunes of J. Jimerson Jones” 17) Which Executive Producer of The Virginian went on to c. “Throw a Long Rope” become Chairman of Columbia Pictures, and later, d. “A Father for Toby” President of Universal Pictures? 7) How many story line years go by between the end of Season 8 a. Charles Marquis Warren c. Norman MacDonnell of The Virginia and the beginning of Season 9, “The Men b. Roy Huggins d. Frank Price from Shiloh”? 18) In the episode, “Wind of Outrage” guest star Ricardo Montal- a. 5 years c. 9 years ban’s character was______(ethnicity). b. 7 years d. 11 years a. Italian c. Spanish 8) In the episode “The Lady from Wichita,” Joan Collins played b. Métis d. Cherokee what role? 19) What was the name of the actor who taught a young Steve a. school teacher c. rancher’s wife (Gary Clarke) how to shoot? b. saloon hall girl d. girlfriend of Trampas’ a. Brian Keith c. James Drury 9) What Virginian star can be heard yodeling in the Disneyland b. Clu Gulager d. John Smith attraction It’s A Small World? hat was eputy heriff yker’s first name a. Diane Roter c. Randy Boone a. Jim c. Emmett b. Jean Peloquin d. Roberta Shore b. Ernie d. Clint 10) In what season and episode was actor/singer Jean Peloquin introduced? a. “Reckoning” S6-E1 c. “Bitter Autumn” S6-E8 b. “Gentle Tamers” S6-E19 d. “Seth” S6-E26

44 Winter/Spring 2020 Cowboy Way Tribune Opine: Last Issue’s Readers Speak Their Minds Answers THIS COLUMN IS RESERVED FOR YOU, the Readers. Wax poetically about a moment, tell us why Roy or Gene is your favorite cowboy Just for Fun Quiz (who ever it is), ask us — Oren, Robert, T.C., or Leslei questions. 1. C 2. B 3. D 4. D Submit questions, musings, or comments to cowboywayfest@ gmail.com with “Opine” in the subject line. 5. A 6. C 7. C 8. C Is Fort Concho Handicap Accessible? 9. B 10. C 11. D 12. A YES! Absolutely! The Fort Concho Museum and Fort Concho 13. C 14. C 15. B 16. C National Historic Landmark is 100% ADA compliant. Wheelchairs, walkers, and even scooters work ust fine. ll buildings have ramps 17. C 18. A 19. D 20. B into them as well. Where is Everything @ the Fort? See the gen- BonanzaBonanza Wordsearch Word Search eral map of Adam U S N D J B S N V R N K M G M X H H Z W R N Y O T W S Y D C S R S M F Fort Concho Ben M R A U Q Z W Q Q C U N M X G M R T N S G U Y J N I U K T Z W S A A Z Bonanza F H N I X V W H M Z N E V A D A I F A W H O P S I N G Q A X E T Y S S (left) Click Buck Q G H E L X P O N D E R O S A R G C M M Y A E M E L C Y T U P E D E L on it to go toBuckboard Q X K M M K E C T N D Z Y N G E B G N Q G A S J Z Q J G W C V T C V L Buggy V M O N W O G G G B E L Y U S D H O F L S N O Y K A X N K V A F N J J our website to Candy R R R E A D M Z K M Z G K E V O H L F Y Z I Q I M K I X W B Q T I E K Cartright B S S B D V U G C O V O V Y S L H D U O Q C F I X G E S B G J U T H K view or down- Chub J B E I A P F R L Z N F D J D K U U J S A T E B N Z G Y M C V N Z L T load a full sizeCochise N W E H V H L E T S I L V E R C Q C C M J H N D W C O C K A Y S O J E Comstock Lode B F F W E J U J C K E L G Z I O V R B S U P A S P Y H S Z N W J W Y S map. Deputy Clem D B F B N Z N F C O V Z H A S T H Y A N H E O G M J V X Z D Z K U N X Elizabeth N K O N A E R B J T R O P S E S Z V T N Q Z E T B L O G D Y Z T S S V Eric P L C I R H E C A C L O Q I Y M O E T W C B U G G Y A G R O C E S Q M Thanks! Hop-Sing F B F W R O K E V T F U P E X O R S I T F H C Z S E K N A L M R S F S Hoss F P F O E C Z Z D G I N S P Y C P V L N Z W D R N J Z E O A L B R P J –Editor Inger W R I Y I C O P G M R P V X T F M X O J T O P C X N V P B N E V Q K C Jamie Hunter N X R L S E R I C A A I Q Y R Y A N H V H N Y K L A L K K U H W M O R Joseph W B E C K Y S Z N W R K J W U M V Y X L H T B H H Q Z W C F B D J G P Lake Tahoe I R H K W Z C C C G B Q W P P P A W L D T O O R H N M J U O U F H B W Little Joe E W S I U I H P I O T G P S L Y W R V H E O D M F K E W B H R K Y W T Marie G G W F O H O N N X G L Z G U H D E I N B W C T R R F U K H N X W Z W Mine F Y V L A H I A E O J E L T T I L Z A E A I V G I Y P V P W S K H Z J Cowboy Ways Nowadays, Nevada L O R N I A N P F N M W P S R A H P T I Z Z V D J F A W J J C J E N P Pine C P D S C Z X P K R G F G R E B M I T L I N M G N R Y H P G V O S O D The CW Jubilee’s Official Facebook Group Pondersoa U E E I A K R H S G D E H I Z P B D R E L C B U P R R S U I I S L L U Ranch D I T Z X O M C S L Z Z Z Z C C H G D G E Y P U P C T M Y Z N A L D L Ranch Hand Q Y J P U I B Y O J C B A P B J G E C C U M K L P N J C Q E K E A P M HERE’S THE TOP POSTSheriff Coffee Z O A Y Z J Q K H E U D G K T E U X T H G I R T R A C A T E J X Q K D from November 2019Sierra Nevada M M I N E B S V C Z A N D R A J W B D M P C G U M R Q S T D D V J M B Silver W U I N G E R D Y M C V C Y F E H R X B P G X X B L L A R D C E S N T to February 2020 onSport V O A T M H J X K U H K Q W C N V U O D X F Y I B H Q F R A U J I I Timber A Q D O E L U F I J O S E P H M C T B V U A O I Y O Y Q A J B K L V B our Facebook groupVirginia City S W P L Y B P F Y Z Q B U C K I U X O S W O A U E K Q L L K K R A H C Yes Pa Cowboy Ways Nowa- D T Q S N M X Q V Z F O C O S P D T L Q F V K A Q B K D A O K P Y W W days. It’s a great place to catch up on Cowboy Way events and activi- Word Scramble ties, meet folks who love the Cowboy Way, and GNBRE CAILAR = Barrel Racing learn about merchandise GN RCFAIPOL = Calf Roping offered by cowboy arti- sans and stores. ★. GNL BIDIRLU = Bull Riding

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THE SAN ANGELO RETAILERS are embracing the attendees of the 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee! Please support them! Eggemeyer’s General Store Jessie Rose A true old fashioned general store. Buy coffee, sodas, home made The largest selection of Women’s plus sizes to be found! And not candies, and old-time treats. (I found Clove Gum there!) Pick up your typical off the rack pieces either arbara shops for your fit, she beautiful dishes, a wedding, or baby shower gift —complete with understands your issues and finds solutions hop and make new card and gift wrap—all in one stop! A huge selection of Texas and friends at the same time! San Angelo souvenirs, heck, I want some of them! Eggemeyer’s carries a counter of lovely jewelry including Camilia® “live with Sassy Fox your heart” selections. Run by parents and daughter, you’ll love the For you young, hip, and skinny chicks, this is the chic cowgirl place special attention given by all the employees. You’ll want to spend a to deck yourself out in bling! You’ll want to buy more than just whole day in here! one et the hole utfit tops, bottoms, shoes, accessories, and purse, too, all in one stop! Casa Decor I told the owner I’d just move in—there’re cabinets to hold my things Sunset Mall and comfy furniture to just sit. Surround yourself in joyful color, More than ‘just a mall’ this is a true community center! All the main happy handmade things. This is THE place for Southwestern decor! stays in stores — Dillard’s, Marshalls, Bath & Body Works — soo t the very least take home a dragony. ut you’ll want to buy lots many options to be found here! Stop by in the afternoons, 2–4pm of pots! to hear some of our 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee performers, too! ★

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2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee! Early Registration @ Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 S. Oakes Street, San Angelo, Texas 76903 Fest Dates and Times: Thursday, April 30, 2020 5:30pm to 9:00pm FREE Sing-A-Long (B.Y.O.S.*) Friday, May 1, 2020 9am to 6pm, Saturday, May 2, 2020 9am to 6pm Sunday, May 3, 2020 8:30am to 5pm (*Buy Your Own Supper Thursday evening) Evening Concerts: Fri., May 1, 2020 7pm to 10:30pm Stephen Pride 7pm, Kristyn Harris 9pm Sat., May 2, 2019 7pm to 10:30pm Gary S. Pratt 7pm, Penny Gilley Band 9pm Event Banquet: Sunday, May 3, 2020 7pm to 10:00pm @ The Stables @ Fort Concho, 630 S. Oakes, San Angelo, TX 76903

Please Print Carefully & Clearly! Contact information will NOT be Shared without permission!

*Name (First, MI, Last): ______

Cell Phone: ______Okay to Send Text? (circle 1) YES NO

Home Phone: ______eMail:______

Mailing Address: ______

*City: ______*Province/State: ______Postal Code: ______Country: ______Will you be staying in a local area hotel? Yes No If Yes, how many nights? ______. Our Official Hotels Include: 1) The Red Lion Hotel, (325) 658–2828, 441 Rio Concho, San Angelo, TX 76903 $89/night 2) Pearl on the Concho Historic Hotel, (325) 653-4500, 333 Rio Concho, San Angelo, TX 76903 $82/night RV-ing? 3) Courtyard by Marriott, (325) 703–6400, 2572 Southwest Blvd., San Angelo, TX $109/night How Many 4) Inn of the Concho, (325) 658–2811, 2021 N. Bryant Blvd., San Angelo, TX 76903 $60/night Nights in San Angelo? I/We* Wish to Attend (Register by April 15, 2020; banquet not available after April 15, 2020): Pay by Date (right) in order to receive pricing listed below Date —> ______Pay By Pay By Pay By Pay @ Total $ ! NOTE: Kids are Always Free except for Banquet Dec.1st,2019 Mar.1st,2020 Apr.15,2020 the Door # People

PACKAGE OPTION A: Everything INCLUDING Banquet $145.00 $165.00 $195.00 N/A $______

PACKAGE OPTION B: Everything EXCEPT Banquet $110.00 $130.00 $160.00 $175.00 $______

PACKAGE OPTION C: Days ONLY INCLUDING Banquet $95.00 $115.00 $140.00 N/A $______

PACKAGE OPTION D: All 3 Days ONLY (nothing else) $60.00 $80.00 $95.00 $105.00 $______

AL LA CARTE OPTION E -- listed on Back/Next Page Extended Insert al la Carte total here --> $______to March 8 *Please, List names of all other attendees registering with you below TOTAL Submitted: ______

Payment: Credit/Debit Card: #______or Check #______Circle One: AmEx Discover M/C Visa OR, Paid Online Expiration Date: ____/____ (mm/yy) CVV Code: ______Billing Zip Code: ______(needed to run charge) (3 or 4 digits) ______Authorized Credit Card Signature (initials/time for electronic sig.) Print Name Date Make Checks payable to “Cowboy Way” and Mail Check or CC info to: Cowboy Way Jubilee, 1176 Comet Rd., Ardmore, OK 73401. Pay Online: use the link on our website, www.CowboyWayJubilee.com/2020Registration to pay with credit/debit cards. IF you have Questions: please read through our website first, www.CowboyWayJubilee.com as most questions are answered there. If you still need help, contact us via email [email protected], or if urgent, phone, Leslei Fisher, 580–768–5559 for further information.

Please, SIGN PHOTO & EVENT RELEASE & Read LEGAL STUFF on the Back/Next Page.

Please Register the following individuals with me (contine on back as needed; indicate events only if different for each one): First Name Last Name (if different) Age Fri Fri Sat Sat Sun Sun (if under 18) Day Nite Day Nite Day Dinner ______over

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AL LA CARTE OPTION E: Worksheet Pay By Pay By Pay By Pay @ Total x # Dec.1st,2019 Mar.1st,2020 Apr.15,2020 the Door People

Thursday Evening, April 30, Singalong 5:30–9PM FREE FREE FREE FREE $__N/C__

Friday Day, May 1, 9am–6PM $24. 99 $29. 99 $34.99 $39.99 $______

Saturday Day, May 2, 9am–6PM $24. 99 $29. 99 $34.99 $39.99 $______

Sunday Day, May 3, 8:30am–5PM $24. 99 $29. 99 $34.99 $39.99 $______

Concerts: Friday, May 1, 7–10:30PM (Pride/Harris) $29. 99 $29. 99 $34.99 $39.99 $______

Saturday, May 2, 7–10:30PM(Pratt/Gilley) $29. 99 $29. 99 $34.99 $39.99 $______Extended Banquet: The Stables @ Fort Concho to March 8 Sunday, May 3, 7–10PM, Adults $39. 99 $44.99 $49.99 not available $______

Banquet: Children ages 8–17 (under 8 Free) $29. 99 $29.99 $29.99 not available $______

Cowboy Way Jubilee 2020 Attendee Photography/Event Release

By Signing below, I (we—applies to all persons registered herein) hereby agree to indemnify and hold forever harmless the Cowboy Way Jubilee, it’s organizers and volunteers, Fort Concho National Historic Landmark and it’s representatives, staff and vendors, the San Angelo Visitors and Convention Bureau, or Oleeta Jean, LLC against any loss from any claims, demands, or actions that may hereafter at any time be made or brought against The Cowboy Way Jubilee on behalf of any injuries, demands, or claims of any nature, sustained or arising in the consequence of any accident or injury, demands, damages, or claims of any nature, arising from the event. I (we—all persons registered herein) understand that by attending The Cowboy Way Jubilee my (our) photo may be taken. I (we) release all rights or claims to the use of my (our) image(s) taken during The Cowboy Way Jubilee for promotional purposes by The Cowboy Way Jubilee, Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, the San Angelo Visitors and Convention Bureau, and/or their representatives. I (we) understand there is no compensation for the use of my (our) image(s) for these purposes stated herein.

______Signature (for entire group; initals/time for electronic signature) Print Name Date

Please note: Every effort is made to publish correct and accurate information, but no guarantees are made for the appearance of any celebrities or performers as they are subject to availability at the time of the event. Event Coordinator: Leslei Fisher, 580.768.5559, [email protected], Cowboy Way Jubilee, c/o Oleeta Jean, LLC., 1176 Comet Rd., Ardmore, OK 73401. Additional information available at www.CowboyWayJubilee.com.

No Refunds issued after April 15, 2020 All refunds prior to April 15, 2020 are at the discretion of Oleeta Jean, LLC.

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Thank you so very much for coming and for your continued suppo rt of The Cowboy Way Jubilee, our Celebrities, Performers, and Vendors, and the City of San Angelo, Texas — the businesses and people. You Keep the Cowboy Way Alive! Print these two pages OR, Click on the image on the next page to download this registration form and/or to fill it in online. 49 Cowboy Way Tribune Volume 2, Issue 3

2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee! Early Registration @ Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 S. Oakes Street, San Angelo, Texas 76903 Fest Dates and Times: Thursday, April 30, 2020 5:30pm to 9:00pm FREE Sing-A-Long (B.Y.O.S.*) Friday, May 1, 2020 9am to 6pm, Saturday, May 2, 2020 9am to 6pm Sunday, May 3, 2020 8:30am to 5pm (*Buy Your Own Supper Thursday evening) Evening Concerts: Fri., May 1, 2020 7pm to 10:30pm Stephen Pride 7pm, Kristyn Harris 9pm 2020 Cowboy Way Sat., May 2, 2019 7pm to 10:30pm Gary S. Pratt 7pm, Penny Gilley Band 9pm Event Banquet: Sunday, May 3, 2020 7pm to 10:00pm @ The Stables @ Fort Concho, 630 S. Oakes, San Angelo, TX 76903

Please Print Carefully & Clearly! Contact information will NOT be Shared without permission!

*Name (First, MI, Last): ______

Cell Phone: ______Okay to Send Text? (circle 1) YES NO

Home Phone: ______eMail:______Jubilee! Mailing Address: ______*City: ______*Province/State: ______Postal Code: ______Country: ______Advance Registration Will you be staying in a local area hotel? o Yes o No If Yes, how many nights? ______. Our Official Hotels Include: 1) The Red Lion Hotel, (325) 658–2828, 441 Rio Concho, San Angelo, TX 76903 $89/night 2) Pearl on the Concho Historic Hotel, (325) 653-4500, 333 Rio Concho, San Angelo, TX 76903 $82/night RV-ing? 3) Courtyard by Marriott, (325) 703–6400, 2572 Southwest Blvd., San Angelo, TX $109/night How Many 4) Inn of the Concho, (325) 658–2811, 2021 N. Bryant Blvd., San Angelo, TX 76903 $60/night Nights in San Angelo? I/We* Wish to Attend (Register by April 15, 2020; banquet not available after April 15, 2020): March 1 extended to March 8! Pay by Date (right) in order to receive pricing listed below Date —> ______Pay By Pay By Pay By Pay @ Total $ x NOTE: Kids are Always Free except for Banquet Dec.1st,2019 Mar.1st,2020 Apr.15,2020 the Door # People

PACKAGE OPTION A: Everything INCLUDING Banquet $145.00 $165.00 $195.00 N/A $______After March 8, 2020, @ the gate pricing begins. So quick, get your Registration in PACKAGE OPTION B: Everything EXCEPT Banquet $110.00 $130.00 $160.00 $175.00 $______PACKAGE OPTION C: Days ONLY INCLUDING Banquet $95.00 $115.00 $140.00 N/A $______before midnight, March 8, 2020 (or postmarked by March 8, 2020)! The Registration PACKAGE OPTION D: All 3 Days ONLY (nothing else) $60.00 $80.00 $95.00 $105.00 $______AL LA CARTE OPTION E -- listed on Back/Next Page Insert al la Carte total here --> $______

forms are down-loadable from our website, www.CowboyWayJubilee.com/2020-reg- *Please, List names of all other attendees registering with you below TOTAL Submitted: ______Payment: o Credit/Debit Card: #______or o Check #______istration, and are posted as a document on our Facebook group, Cowboy Ways Now- Circle One: AmEx Discover M/C Visa OR, o Paid Online Expiration Date: ____/____ (mm/yy) CVV Code: ______Billing Zip Code: ______(needed to run charge) (3 or 4 digits) ______adays. Any questions or issues downloading or printing the registration form, please Authorized Credit Card Signature (initials/time for electronic sig.) Print Name Date Make Checks payable to “Cowboy Way” and Mail Check or CC info to: Cowboy Way Jubilee, 1176 Comet Rd., Ardmore, OK 73401. email Leslei, [email protected]. Pay Online: use the link on our website, www.CowboyWayJubilee.com/2020Registration to pay with credit/debit cards. IF you have Questions: please read through our website first, www.CowboyWayJubilee.com as most questions are answered there. If you still need help, contact us via email [email protected], or if urgent, phone, Leslei Fisher, 580–768–5559 for further information.

Please Note: Banquet Tickets Sales Ends April 15, 2020. Remember, all Active Duty Please, SIGN PHOTO & EVENT RELEASE & Read LEGAL STUFF on the Back/Next Page. ID Please Register the following individuals with me (contine on back as needed; indicate events only if different for each one): Military (with ) admitted (including their families) for half price (must be accompanied First Name Last Name (if different) Age Fri Fri Sat Sat Sun Sun (if under 18) Day Nite Day Nite Day Dinner by the individual on the ID; the Cowboy Way Jubilee reserves the right to refuse the dis- ______count). Any student over age 18 is also admitted for just $10 with student ID. ★ ______over 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee really Click on the above image to Download the is Celebrating Everything Cowboy ! Advanced Registration form for the 2020 Cowboy Way Jubilee

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