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http://news.google.com/newspapers?id=sN9YAAAAIBAJ&sjid=ivgDAAAAIBAJ&dq=ace%20hudkins%20dies&pg=2683%2C992052, How interesting. Horse Fame is a free non profit service for the public. A Fury Scrapbook From the days of early Hollywood, the "Fat Jones" stables in North Hollywood provided horses to the movies from 1912 to the mid-1960s. That horse is absolutely a golden palomino. It took him several years to pay for his new partner, whom Ace had named Trigger. You should talk to him directly because it sounds like you may not know what youre talking about or severely mis-informed. Please enter your email and password to sign in. Replacement horses were used due to the tragedy. Saddlebag Stories With that said, I sincerely hope youre having a good Christmas. In the first few seasons, riding paints were used for the most part, which appear in the close-up scenes with Mike. Many people thought that the actors owned us horses, but "Fat Jones" retained . Please ensure you read any forum rules as you navigate around the board. These vehicles still have the original Hudkins Bros. tags. The business was founded by Clarence "Fat" Jones in 1912 when he provided horses for a Pathe Films western. Hi Michael, do you still live at 2306 Observatory Ave? Im still next door! This event lasted a few week ends. stars and stunt men He owned the movie horse stable from the early 30's until his death in 1962 or 63. Kew Gardens Hills You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. LEE. You can always change this later in your Account settings. Volunteer to host a future Saturday Night Chat. You accuse the writer of having his facts wrong and then go on yourself to state that Ace quit boxing after 1941, which is inaccurate. Recent filings for FAT JONES STABLES, INC. I was wondering if you by any chance would have any photos of my familys ranch back in the day. Before Bonanza began filming, Lorne Greene and the actors who would play his sons went to Fat Jones Stables. Because the show would be filmed in color, the horses had to be easily discernible on screen to viewers. Gary.I am in contact with one of the neighors of Les Hilton. James Jr., is your father and uncle Robert still living? Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. Mary Spooner. Buck #1 Mr. Goodwin worked with Robert Liningston, Gene Autry, Duncan Renaldo, and Leo Carillo of the Cisco Kid series of pictures. Michael Landon's previous birthday celebrations. His professional career as a prizefighter effectively ended in 1932 with losses to Lee Ramage and Wesley Ketchell. Special Oscar Chat, March 12! Saturday in the Pierce Brothers Valhalla Unit Chapel in Glendale and the body was forwarded to Breckenridge for final rites. The lake was only 4 deep and Ace hit the bottom and spent three weeks in the hospital recovering. Feel free to contact me directly at danherron999@verizon.net. One writer wrote of Hudkins win over Goldstein as the fight that broke the Jewish banks. It was Hudkins toughness that most impressed his faithful fans; his fight against Sammy Baker was described as the bloodiest fight ever seeneven the referee was drenched in ruby red Fighting from lightweight to light-heavyweight, he won several California State Heavyweight Titles and was Southern Californias biggest boxing drawing card in the 1920s. Two Bits was given to him in 1959 by a rancher he and Chuck Connors met in St. Louis. Maybe your husband played on it as a kid??? I am a western collector and I truly enjoyed what you have given us alljust wonderful. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Before you decide to reseed and renovate a pasture, assess its present condition and what plants are there. 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. Let us know! If this is so, I know McClure had at least Orain and Owen sound similiar. of movies and silent screens to today's TV epics is Lake Los Angeles in had talked to Mr. Drury, and Mr. Drury had told him his horse's name was Hosted by ellen! Pat. Horse, mule, movie If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. The Cartwright family used more than one horse This is too coincidental My aunt, my mothers sister, was married to the late movie actor Ben Johnson, and lived at the Sherman Way house until after Fat's death. At any rate he was suspected of the cutting of the horses, I dont know if he was convicted. He began fighting professionally at 16 and boxed until he was 27 and was never knocked out. Bonanza Ventures, Inc., is not responsible for the content of this web site. I dont which to print all the info publically now. From the days of early Hollywood, the "Fat Jones" stables in North Hollywood provided horses to the movies from 1912 to the mid-1960s. Her email is carlasuedane@gmail.com Clarence owned the Fat Jones Stables located in the San Fernando Valley in North Hollywood on Sherman Way. Apparently he had a floating disk in his back all the years he was boxing. Two were what many considered white horses.at one time they had spots on their white coatsmost of which faded, due to a roaning gene or greying gene. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Clarence Jones (65825360)? Doug died at age 59 of cancer Feb. 5, 1995 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. I LIVED ON THE RANCH FROM 1946 TO 48. Blue Boy was his horse on The Rifleman. gallery That hearse you mention might be one of them. Michael. We continued to be stabled here at home. In order to login you must be registered. Ace Hudkins quit boxing after 1941. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. That assumption is false. BONANZA , THE PONDEROSA , and all related indicia are trademarks of Bonanza Ventures, Inc. Used with permission. Drag images here or select from your computer for Clarence Young Fat Jones memorial. They sent a young actor named Michael Landon over to our place to try a few of us out, to see which one suited him best. But starting with Season 7, more and more location shooting was done, so more and more stunt double paints were needed. Ace was still doing stunt work in films as late as the mid-1960s. I STILL think James Drury james arness had a bad back,he was able to ride him because of his smooth gates. Ace Hudkins is a great example. Pat, Hi Folksvery fascinating site. Several miles from Forest Lawn Glendale. but here are the Cartwrights horses. It has always been a sensitive subject with the older members of the Hudkins families. The location is now a series of low corrigated storage buildings. Appaloosa horse's name in THE VIRGINIAN: In the episode "The Land If you wish to contact me.I can be reached at: One more thoughtFred was also from Nebraska, Ainsworth, to be exact, where he did all sorts of stunts, such as having cars roll over his stomache, at rodeos and shows, etc. - I'm relieved to know I wasn't hearing things when I thought James Drury called his horse "Jody" in THE VIRGINIAN episode "A Flash of Darkness." 1930 he lived with his extended family at 2302 Observatory Avenue in L.A.; his brothers Clyde and Art served as his managers. The business was founded by Clarence "Fat" Jones in 1912 when he provided horses for a Pathe Films western. Mr. Shafer said that at one time he email: AJKLYDE@yahoo.com. "Joe" the appaloosa in the My grandfather was Al Hudkins. Fat Jones Stables was the top supplier of horses and horse wranglers to the movies for 51 years. I am black and white, like many-but not all-of my kind. Roy took him to Glenn Randalls for additional training, etc. 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. Each one had a distinct color and pattern, reflecting the personalities of the riders. A rare photo of Clarence "Fat" Jones (left) at his Hollywood horse stables on Sherman Way in North Hollywood. In 1989 John Stanley published a book.THEM ORNERY MITCHUM BOYS, the story of Robert and John Mitchum. and started him in the stunt bussines. In the book called "TV Gold--The Im his great-nephew and would like to know more about him if any of you remember him. Sorry we don't have the name of the movie star horse on the far right Do any of you remember John Goodwin who worked on the Hudkins Ranch? Bosco was in that particular episode too, although I don't think they worked together in a scene. I'm sure someone out there knows the facts.. movie star horse on the far right, Thanks to Barb for all of Can send a picture if someone is interested. Stars & Horse Stars photo Because the show would be filmed in color, the horses had to be easily discernible on screen to viewers. During the sixth season tragedy struck in a truly terrible incident. Here is Aces obituary. They include Hop Sing, Sheriff Roy Coffee, Will Cartwright, Doc Martin, Jamie, Griff, Clem, Sam the bartender, Betty Endicott, Bob Miles, Dusty Rhoades & of course, the horses (Buck, Sport, Chubb & Cochise). Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. I also have some great photos of Fred standing roman on TRIGGER & MIDNIGHT; my Mother with HI HO SILVER, COMANCHE (a palomino owned by Jack Sullivan), EAGLE (a grey gelding), ONYX (owned by Errol Flynn, which he rode in The Charge of the Light Brigade), Fred rigging a wagon for a stunt, Fred falling a horse, which was being filmed there and used in an SPCA ad, showing that the horses were trained to fall, so as not to get hurt; also a photo of Ace and his famous falling horse JERRY. Several of us were savagely stabbed. What was Little Joe's horse? Virginian" series I stumbled onto this site after Googling Ace Hudkins, the Nebraska Wildcat. Horses have played a large role in the history of the San Fernando Valley. Ours is a carved panel hearse originally made by Sayer and Scovil of Ohio. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. "Joe. Buckshot came from Fat Jones stable. Once we got our cue, I urged Jim toward the wagon. Ace was soon doing stunt work in their movies and his horses appearing in dozens of Republic Studio films. TV stars of "The Rifleman" THE HUDKINS RANCH WAS JUST INSIDE THE PROPERTY. Try and have a nice day. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. His death in 1973 was reported in all national newspapers, as were many evens throughout his life. "It was kind of an inside joke," Mitchum says. said "Jody" on that show. Clarence owned the Fat Jones Stables located in the San Fernando Valley in North Hollywood on Sherman Way. Links of some more Famous Horses. And just for the record, Ace Hudkins NEVER fought for the world lightweight championship. Equine Bits and Bytes portrayed by actor Numerous westerns for TV & Movies have been filmed in the area through the years.There was a stunt man show in 1968. "Buck"was foaled ,and trained at fat jones stables in north hollywood. movie star horse The horses used on Bonanza were well-trained and could perform a variety of tricks and stunts. Included in the photos are some of the barns in the background with the wagons and coachessome were left outside. Did Ace keep a photo scrapbook that he bequeathed to his family? Does anyone else know about the horses? He was done. Silver the Lone Ranger's horse Two Bits was Johnny's own real life horse. 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. RICHARDIN THAILAND. To clarify, the man you lived next door to was not the boxer Ace, but his nephew Acey who was the adopted son of Clyde and Katherine Hudkins. Bosco was in that particular episode Failed to report flower. We would greatly appreciate any input or additional information. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. In the book called "TV Gold--The Westerns," compiled by Ronald Shafer. sets at Lake Los Angeles, "Little Buck" was Doug's I am now living in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. Hudkins claimed that he and a friend, Ellen Dorsey, were standing at an intersection when Park and a companion, Edward B. Martin, approached and insulted the woman. There is an original natural lake fed by spring water. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. It is beautifully restored and still has the original wicker. Year should not be greater than current year. Please reset your password. Its good to have your own facts straight before you start casting aspersions. Whats most interesting to me is how so many of the stories are intertwined with other stories and other stars lives. On the show, different horses were required for different types of work. The wagon and straw were only about four-and-a-half feet high, but the spoked wheels loomed in front of us. TV star Horses of "The Below are some of the names of the horses of Bonanza. Others, just dont understand the impact of Ralphs death on his father Ace Hudkins. varnish mark on his nose and dark spots on his hindquarters. Sorry we don't have the name of the That March, his pretty live-in girlfriend Rhea Hill sued for $160,000; $100,000 for breach of a promise to marry, and $60,000 for beating her. - I'm relieved to know I wasn't hearing things when I thought James Drury Originally located in Edendale (which today is Silverlake), the Stables moved to North Hollywood in the '20s. in the episode "A Flash of Darkness." The horse is named after the famous Indian Cochise. Meet my soon-to-be friend, Mike! I got this website from my buddy who informed me on the topic of this site and now this time I am visiting this But at one time rode at Ft Saskatchewan, 16 miles north of Edmonton, Alberta. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. There was WHY? Sponsored My father is james lee hudkins sr who has passed away on december 31st 2012. yes my uncle bob (robert hudkins sr) is still alive and doing very well. horse, which I believe is "Little Buck" and the very first buckskin All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. In the book John tells that Jim Drury's appaloosa during the filming of THE VIRGINIAN was named Appaloosa Joe. 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. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. What a great childhood memory..so cool! 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). This article has some confusion as far as Ace & Acey. The references to "Little Buck" could refer to McClures buckskins (which he owned. Before you register please ensure you are familiar with our terms of use and related policies. If you are curious, heres the link to the article. (One of the venues that you might remember was Lake Tahoe.) Over its 14-year run, many horses (and actors) came and went, but Chub remained with the series from start to finish. Trying to postnot accepting my email addy. He was about seven years old on The Rifleman. Bobby (Robert) Herron was indeed Ace Hudkins adopted son. His stories coincide so accurately. Is there proof that Bobby Herron was adopted by by Ace Hudkins? . He never mentioned his ranch, or his brother or other stories of his past, let alone his boxing days. Many have since passed away - and in several instances, their children, are running the remaining stables. 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