Attention All Az. Steelers

Ray Jenkins · Post by **Ray Jenkins** » 28 Oct 2002 1:47 pm

The set dates for our next meeting and jam is:Jan. 25th and 26th 2003.Same location,Central Az. College Room 444 Apache Junction Az.Spoke with Hal Rugg this morning and he is in strong hopes he can make this one.I got to talk to him via Smiley Roberts,if you need something done let Smiley help,he can and will do it .Thanks Smiler.
Be here before 10:00 A.M. if possible,we need to elect officers,approve the By-Laws and appoint an Honorary Member.Then we can get on with the real business at hand "PICKIN".
Also looking forward to seeing Big Jim and Evelyn Baron and Frank Carter.Just talked to Mike Smith and he is real sure it's another go for him also.Thanks Mike.Let's hear some positive input.
Ray

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Steeling is still legal in Arizona
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Sam White · Post by **Sam White** » 28 Oct 2002 2:56 pm

Ray OH heck I was hopping it would not be until the second week end in Febuary as I will be out that way for the month visiting our SIS and BRO.I'm even bringing my Steel so i can play for them. Darn.
Sam White [This message was edited by Samuel E. White on 28 October 2002 at 03:00 PM.]

Billy Easton · Post by **Billy Easton** » 28 Oct 2002 3:02 pm

Sam...
Guess you will just have to come early and stay late.....thats okay...Arizona is a nice place. Actually I don't think Ray meant to exclude anyone outside of Arizona that may wish to attend. We welcome all of you, and it doesn't matter if you are from Arizona or not. In addition to Hal and Mike, we may have another nationally known steel picker here. To be announced at a later date. Start making your plans to attend...this will be a BIG ONE.

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Billy Easton
Casa Grande, AZ
Where the Sun Always Shines

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Craig Mann · Post by **Craig Mann** » 28 Oct 2002 8:30 pm

I am impressed, way to go Ray and Billy. You guys got the ball rolling, once again, and in no time at all. Proud of you.
I'll be there, I can video if you like and/or let me know how to help.
Let's live it up!

Hap Young · Post by **Hap Young** » 29 Oct 2002 7:22 am

Im glad that you are having it for two days, as we are playing Sat nights all winter, but we hope to make it on Sunday.

Jack Francis · Post by **Jack Francis** » 29 Oct 2002 8:30 am

I am glad to see things come together like this. You can count myself and the lap steel player from our band in on this.
We are looking forward to joinin' up.

Any thought as to what the name of this association will be?

Jack

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TELE's,STRAT FENDER TWIN

Ray Jenkins · Post by **Ray Jenkins** » 29 Oct 2002 9:01 am

Jack,so as not to limit members who reside only in Az.We are hoping the general body agree on "Southwestern Steel Guitar Association".
Ray

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Ken Frazier · Post by **Ken Frazier** » 29 Oct 2002 9:52 am

This is great. Name fits the organization. Looking forward to Jan.
Thanks
Ken

Jack Francis · Post by **Jack Francis** » 29 Oct 2002 9:55 am

Ray
Sounds like a good idea, you got my vote.
Jack

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RUS-LER S-10 NV 400
TELE's,STRAT FENDER TWIN

Bob Carlson · Post by **Bob Carlson** » 29 Oct 2002 3:12 pm

Oh joy rapture thrill spasm quiver quake...i'm all twiterpated.

On the real world side, do you have a motel that will give the out of town folks a good rate. That might be hard to find in Jan.

Bob.[This message was edited by Bob Carlson on 29 October 2002 at 03:13 PM.][This message was edited by Bob Carlson on 03 November 2002 at 02:54 PM.]

Ray Jenkins · Post by **Ray Jenkins** » 30 Oct 2002 5:28 am

Bob, I'll look around for the best prices,the more staying over night the better the chances for a lower rate.
Ray

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ed packard · Post by **ed packard** » 30 Oct 2002 6:28 am

one overnighter here.

Terry Edwards · Post by **Terry Edwards** » 30 Oct 2002 9:02 am

I'll be there! I did not get a chance to make the first one because I was out of town. I'm still a relatively new steel guitar player and I am looking forward to meeting all of you. Looks like there is a great deal of interest in this new association and I hope the folks in New Mexico, Colorado, California, and will visit. I know I would travel that far for gravy and biscuits and steel playin'!! It just don't get any better!!!

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Terry Edwards
Sierra D-10; Nash 1000
Martin D-21; Flatiron F-5

Ray Jenkins · Post by **Ray Jenkins** » 30 Oct 2002 1:45 pm

Just got a phone call from Toad Frog Tracks Texas (collect of course) A.C.Hooks will be at our next jam (can't wait too see him again)On the 24th of Jan. everyone keep thier kids and dogs off the streets for thier safety.When he shows up no telling what.
Ray

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Steeling is still legal in Arizona

Ray Jenkins · Post by **Ray Jenkins** » 31 Oct 2002 10:41 am

Meeting for election of officers and approval of By-Laws moved up untill Sunday noon.This will give our guys and gals from Yuma and other distances time to get here.
Ray

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PLAYSTEEL9 · Post by **PLAYSTEEL9** » 4 Nov 2002 8:00 am

I'll be there at least one day, i don't know what we are booked that week end, but will bring the camera, hope to see a lot of old (and i mean old ) friends.
wayne www.thebullseyeband.com

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"Asleep at the steel"

Ray Jenkins · Post by **Ray Jenkins** » 8 Nov 2002 9:46 am

hope to see a lot of old (and i mean old ) friends.

Don't worry Wayne, Bob Allen will be there.

Ray

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Bob Allen · Post by **Bob Allen** » 8 Nov 2002 2:34 pm

Ya, Wayne I'll be there along with Ray. And between the to of us it's way over a hundred and something plus years.But were still picking and loving it. Bob Allen.

PLAYSTEEL9 · Post by **PLAYSTEEL9** » 11 Nov 2002 4:48 pm

Im glad i'm only having my 39th birthday this month. I seem to have had a lot of those 39th birthdays lately. ( me and Jack Benny)
See ya all there.
wayne

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"Asleep at the steel"

Hap Young · Post by **Hap Young** » 12 Nov 2002 6:17 am

Ya guys. This Jan. I will celebrate my 27th anniversary of my 39th. Time sure flies while picken the steel.[This message was edited by Hap Young on 12 November 2002 at 06:18 AM.]

Ray Jenkins · Post by **Ray Jenkins** » 19 Nov 2002 6:44 am

Went too the store today and ordered 10 lbs. of sausage,this store sells tons of the stuff,just making sure Dixie will have some for her bisquits and gravy.This way I know it will be fresh.First come first serve.This time it will be on Sunday morning.

Ray

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Jack Francis · Post by **Jack Francis** » 19 Nov 2002 7:26 am

10 lbs of sausage,Whoa! Thanx Ray, I'll enjoy, say..what about some for the rest of the guys!

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Ray Jenkins · Post by **Ray Jenkins** » 17 Dec 2002 6:33 am

Better kick in a reminder,it's getting closer.I think Billy "Bob" Easton will insert some good news as soon as it's confirmed.Mike Smith is putting together our webpage,Jack Francis,our logo and banner.I'm sure your input will be welcome too both parties.

Ray

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Danny Stinnett · Post by **Danny Stinnett** » 17 Dec 2002 10:12 am

Boy, I hope to make it to this one as well. Are you all passin the plate to help with expenses (you can tell I do a lot of Gospel!)?? See you all there. Danny

Shoe · Post by **Shoe** » 17 Dec 2002 12:33 pm

Ray, I sure am glad you guys are getting it together way out there in the desert. Just sorry I moved away before it happened. I lived in Sierra Vista during the 70's and 80's and played in every honky tonk bar south of Tucson. On my weekends off I would drive up the big city and hear my buddy Danny Snead play at Shanes and Mr Lucky's. Is he still around, haven't heard from him in years.
Good Luck with your new organization. I will monitor your progress.
Shoe
Mid Atlantic Steel Guitar Association
2-years old.

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Edwin G. Shoemaker
ZB Custom D10 8/5
'75 Session 400 w/JBL Session 500 w/BW