The Stables supplied horses and equipment (stagecoaches, etc.) On January 10, 1932 he was charged with Assault with a Deadly Weapon in Los Angeles for punching T. Leonard Park, 38, in the head with his bare fist and fracturing his skull. Jones, with his craggy, gaunt looks, first appeared in minor character roles in plenty of WWII films including The Young Lions (1958), The Naked and the Dead (1958), Your grandfather, Leonard, was a fireman at the time. 141-15 72nd Avenue Because the show would be filmed in color, the horses had to be easily discernible on screen to viewers. I forget which one, Blue Boy or Two I am Jerry Bowman, Curator of the Northwest Carriage Museum in Raymond, Wa. Sorry it took me so long to answer. I'm sure someone out there knows the facts.. He also was a fighter in Nebraska, and since his family is all gone and connot be confirmedI have reason to believe he came to California because of an earlier relationship with Ace Hudkins. Any idea what the names of those other buckskins were? Year should not be greater than current year. The whole neighborhood knew him of course and had nicknamed him The Mayor of Observatory. When filming was completed, Roy Rogers came looking for a horse for his first starring vehicle, Under the Western Sky, and took de Havillands horse for a ride around the ranch. to answer your question yes they lived on everett st in lincoln nebraska because recently i found a metal sign in my grandfathers garage that was black & white that said everett st on it so i gave it to my uncle bob for memorabila.You should believe them because they did own the hudkins bros stables, and i believe my grandfather also owned the providentia ranch before that. RICHARDIN THAILAND. In the late 1930s, Hudkins settled down and married, and after operating a bar in Hollywood moved to Toluca Lake and bought a stable where he and his brother Art ran a string of race-horses. horses appearing in dozens of Republic Studio films. Id love to see whatever you have. Clarence Y "Fat" Jones provided horses and western gear to the movies from 1912 to his death in 1963. Clarence owned the Fat Jones Stables located in the San Fernando Valley in North Hollywood on Sherman Way. That first one may have also been used in the film " It was a big sorrel stallion called "Steel" and was owned by Johnson's father-in-law, Clarence "Fat" Jones, who ran one of the most successful horse-renting stables in Hollywood. Please try again later. "Appy "or "Joe" I would really like to know if this can be documented. Try again. The well known horse trainer became ill in Tucson, Ariz., over a weeks ago and was flown back to Glendale where he underwent surgery. Phone: (718) 261-4128; Fax: (718) 261-4408; Ben also started out as a wrangler and was Fat's son-in-law. Special Oscar Chat, March 12! Several of us were savagely stabbed. All thanks to the courts that forced Ace too Marry Bobbys Mother on a promise.She took him to court. "He was intelligent and had an instinct for this business," Wayne once said of Banner. not sure whether this post is written by him as nobody I'd like to tell you all about myself! I LIVED ON THE RANCH FROM 1946 TO 48. I wish he could have held on longer but, as Dan pointed out, the life he lead took its toll. They died December 7, 1941 at Pearl Harbor. Leaving the fight, he and Chalmers tried to drive away without paying for 8 gallons of gas and were arrested for petty theft. These two vehicles were once owed by Warner Bros. We just acquired a stage coach which was once owned by Fat Jones. per person on Bonanza. He stumbled back and tripped, falling on his butt. Thanks! There were at least 4 horses from Fat Jones Stables used during the early years, and possibly as many as 12 horses as the series came to an end after 14 seasons (430 episodes). By the third episode, "Lady Mayor", Bill and Andy are clad in their familiar buckskins and are riding Buckshot and Joker. Why is it necessary to come on here and start insulting people and acting belligerent? The stable, called Fat Jones Stables, was sold at his death and continued to exist til some point in the early-mid '70s. He DID kick my dog in the jaw at my front door one day, claiming the dog was too noisy. Hosted by ellen! August 1998 Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. I found an article with one of the Hudkins hearses. but here are the Cartwrights horses. 0 cemeteries found in Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles County, California, USA. Ace Hudkins career as a prizefighter was over after 1932. and go home each evening to the Santa Clarita Valley, San Fernando Valley, WE LIVED AT THE SADDLE & SIRLOIN CLUB ON THE RIVER NEAR LOS FELIZ DR. BY THAT TIME A VERY SAD DAY. Add to your scrapbook. Bonanza Ventures, Inc., is not responsible for the content of this web site. making a movie at Lake Los Angeles Check us out at http://www.nwcarriagemuseum.org. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. It took him several years to pay for his new partner, whom Ace had named Trigger. sign the guestbook or e-mail the author, (photos taken May 11, 1968 ) All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. cemeteries found in Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles County, California, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. And there's a reason the horses used in the show looked different from each other. Virginian" series 'Fat' Jones' horse Steel Steel was from horse trainer and stable owner Clarence "Fat" Jones. A system error has occurred. Another interesting side is that Audie Murphy started me spelling my name the way it is now used, and Bobby was on a lot of Audies movies. We continued to be stabled here at home. FAT JONES STABLES, INC. in California | Company Info & Reviews Company Information Sponsored Links Company Contacts This company has not listed any contacts yet. She was the daughter of Clarence Fats Jones, who owned the Fat Jones Stables, Inc., located in North Hollywood. Oops, something didn't work. August 1998 Grainger in the series) Mr. Drury's filming horse was named Joe D. Mr. It was the first house on the street, he claimed. above the filming of: High No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Ace did lose the light weight world boxing match because he drank and didnt stay in training. Please enable JavaScript in your browser's settings to use this part of Geni. Learn more about managing a memorial . Ace had too.Bobby has had quite a career THANKS TO THE HUDKINS BROTHERS. This web site is officially licensed by Bonanza Ventures, Inc. Jerry Bowman. Because the show would be filmed in color, the horses had to be easily discernible on screen to viewers. Two Bits was given to him in 1959 by a rancher he and Chuck Connors met in St. Louis. Anyway: According to an Omaha newspaper article, it wasnt Ace who was injured in the Batman film, but his nephew, called Acey, whose brothers also were stunt men. He also had a stallion with "leopard-spots" named The CHD model established by hi Texas! After the lengthy ride Rogers and the horse had become instantly attached, and although he was only making $75 a week at the time agreed to pay Ace $2,500 for the horse. Michael. Any idea what the names of those other buckskins Horses have played a large role in the history of the San Fernando Valley. His death in 1973 was reported in all national newspapers, as were many evens throughout his life. Hi! A Mr Ed Scrapbook the High Country" with Randolf Scott and Joel McCrea--it was an Try again later. I must say that its hard to figure out who I was neighbors with after reading all these reports. (it sure sounded like the Virginian said, " 'Jody' pulled up lame") It's a pleasure to meet you! Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. Buck proved . If what you mean by minor competitions is that he would occasionally spar with fighters in training or do exhibitions all the way up until 1941, then you may be correct. article "Sara Lane, Television's Cowgirl" (Sara portrayed Elizabeth Over the next fourteen years, the Bonanza star sat atop the thoroughbred buckskin. He attended an elementary school (Saticoy Elementary) at the corner of Saticoy and Coldwater Canyon. Whoever wrote that the Hudkins Movie Ranch is now part of Forest Lawn Glendale needs to learn a little more about local geography. He was about seven years old on The Rifleman. I have no idea as to the real names of these horses I WOULD LIKE TO SEND YOU MY EXPERIENCES IF YOU WANT. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? If that happens to you again, just try using another email. LEE. The cast left for Morelia, Mexico on January 27 th of 1958, but before leaving, some of them (including Boyd) were given extensive horseback riding lessons at the Fat Jones Stables in North Hollywood. That first one may have also been used in the film "Ride Since then a growing number of homes See the movie Im wondering if Carol in related to the Hudkins family that I used to know? I have a lot on STEEL. The Fat Jones Stables was one of the biggest suppliers of horses, cattle,. 2015) Erika Wulff (m. 2017) Children 4 Signature Alexander Emerick Jones (born February 11, 1974) is an American far-right and alt . Post In the late 1930s, Hudkins settled down and married, and after operating a bar in Hollywood moved to Toluca Lake and bought a stable where he and his brother Art ran a string of race-horses. Recent filings for FAT JONES STABLES, INC. above the filming of: High Chaparral - Cimarron Strip - Hondo With that said, I sincerely hope youre having a good Christmas. Thanks for the post. 2 others before this one and one other after this one, although that cutting I also have a great photo of Errol Flyn, Olivia de Haviland, Basil Rathbone and Fred mounted on 2 of Hudkins horses in costume on the set of Robin Hood, taken on location at Bidwell Park, Chico, CA. In the first few seasons, riding paints were used for the most part, which appear in the close-up scenes with Mike. Before you decide to reseed and renovate a pasture, assess its present condition and what plants are there. Please take notice that any use of this material for any commercial use, or any unauthorized display, distribution, transmission or other use of this material, is expressly prohibited and constitutes a violation of the rights of Bonanza Ventures, Inc., and NBC Universal Inc. in this photo. Mr. Shafer was asked if the horse's name was Joe or Jody. Daddy told me that the man was an absolute master at horse training. Alex Jones Jones in 2017 Born Alexander Emerick Jones (1974-02-11) February 11, 1974 (age 49) Dallas, Texas, U.S. Comments & Info from: The references to "Little Buck" could refer to McClures buckskins (which he owned. Johnny Crawford's horses. What a great childhood memory..so cool! sister, was married to the late movie actor Ben Johnson, and lived at the Sherman Way house until after Fat's death. After Ace Hudkins left boxing he opened a bar in California. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. gallery Special Oscar Chat, March 12! Roy was on the Horse Soldiers when Fred took his fatefull fall. His name was Clarence Y. I can't tell for certain, but it looks like the one in the above picture ("Little Buck"--Trampas called all his horses "Buck") Registering takes only a few moments but gives you increased capabilities. Her email is carlasuedane@gmail.com movie star horse Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. FAMED HOLLYWOOD HORSE TRAINERS RITES ARE SAID. Clarence owned the Fat Jones Stables located in the San Fernando Valley in North Hollywood on Sherman Way. he had were my favorites. That is why, all these years later, it still stings to remember that time I didn't heed my gut instincts at Fat Jones Stables. north of Los Angeles County in the state of California, United States of I was kicked off the Ranch the Day Forrest Lawn took over. He was done. 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