I came across this today in my search for the remaining members of the JATP.
Anyone interested in jazz or the social history of mid-20th century America will enjoy this.
Norman Granz, 83; Visionary of the Jazz World Was Producer, Promoter and
Social Conscience
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In trying to add some variation to my existing hat collection I've come across this company www.coloradohorsehair.com. They make all kinds of accessories from woven horsehair. I own a couple of belts made by them and I can vouch for the quality of workmanship. Their hatbands are attractive and...
RICHIE At GABE'S BACKSTAGE LOUNGE.JPEG
Here's my first shot at attaching a photo file. It was taken last week at a gig my band, "The Big Band Sound of Deerfield" played at a club in Highwood, IL (a Chicago suburb). That's me in my Stetson "Playboy" holding my Guild X-170 archtop. It was fun...
Just a note to say my band, "The Big Band Sound of Deerfield" will be appearing at a club in Highwood, IL. called "Gabe's Backstage Lounge" this coming Thursday night, Feb. 16th from 7:30 till 9:30. Gabe's has a nice 40s feel club room with cocktail tables on risers and a good size hardwood...
I came across these tidbits recently.
"In her classic work, Industrial Poisons in the United States, published in 1925, Alice Hamilton reviews the general subject of mercurialism in one chapter and devotes a separate chapter to the hat industry. The latter is longer than the former...
Happy New Years to all my fellow hat lovers out there. My wife pointed out a feature story on Graham Thompson in the "Style" section of the Tribune this morning. Unfortunately, I don't own a scanner but perhaps someone who does can scan this piece for all to see.
I feel guilty being a lurker here for the last month or so. I've purchased six vintage hats since joining the FL and owe 100% of my knowledge of hats to the helpful enthusiasts who keep this site vital.
I try to rationalize my new found zeal by saying to myself, it's a lot cheaper than...
Hi folks,
My compliments on a well conceived, informative site on hats. I've finally realized that a good looking hat on ones head actually lifts the spirit. I proved it to myself by treating myself to a Levine Hat Co. "Knox" fur felt, black porkpie. I love the look, feel and warmth of it. My...
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