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Mar 10, 2015 17:14:04 GMT -6
Post by Beth on Mar 10, 2015 17:14:04 GMT -6
So can I invite myself along on this party? Good friends, good brew and good beats. Sounds like a great way to spend time.
Ian don't let your wife sell that album.
Beth
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Mar 10, 2015 18:44:40 GMT -6
Post by dave on Mar 10, 2015 18:44:40 GMT -6
Ian Hold on to that album! I was lucky to see the Beatles in Memphis on August 19, 1966. I took my girlfriend and my little sister (mother made me) and had a great time. Opening act was Cyrkle with their hit song "Red Rubber Ball. Beth I am positive we would have a good time back in the old country. Most of my ancestors are from England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland, so I speak the language without an accent like they do. Where in the family tree the Daltons came from I don't know. Regards Dave
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Mar 10, 2015 19:01:00 GMT -6
Post by Beth on Mar 10, 2015 19:01:00 GMT -6
One side of my family has roots in the Warwickshire area-a place called Hall's End. I wonder if it's still standing.
Beth
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Mar 10, 2015 19:25:30 GMT -6
Post by dave on Mar 10, 2015 19:25:30 GMT -6
Beth One of GGGrandfathers (not sure how many Gs) was born April 24, 1678 Ottery St.Mary, Devonshire, England. he came to the states and served in the Royal Dragoons. My mother's father came to the states in 1920 from Wales. I marvel at the history we each have that is unknown in our own family trees? Regards David
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Post by Beth on Mar 10, 2015 20:02:50 GMT -6
Beth One of GGGrandfathers (not sure how many Gs) was born April 24, 1678 Ottery St.Mary, Devonshire, England. he came to the states and served in the Royal Dragoons. My mother's father came to the states in 1920 from Wales. I marvel at the history we each have that is unknown in our own family trees? Regards David I don't think most of my family cares. They tend to look up the paternal lines and not the maternal. Unfortunately my mom's mother's line is really hard to trace grandmother's mother's maiden name was Schultz. I saw my first picture of her when my daughter and I were home at Thanksgiving. We were shocked at how much they looked alike. You know if I keep poking around in those English connects we most likely will find a common ancestor. Beth
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Post by Carl on Mar 10, 2015 20:47:11 GMT -6
Beth One of GGGrandfathers (not sure how many Gs) was born April 24, 1678 Ottery St.Mary, Devonshire, England. he came to the states and served in the Royal Dragoons. My mother's father came to the states in 1920 from Wales. I marvel at the history we each have that is unknown in our own family trees? Regards David Ah another from Devon. My grandfather was born in South Molton in 1865 and came to Minnesota with his parents in 1873. I have belonged for many years to the Devon Family History Society.
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Mar 10, 2015 21:21:49 GMT -6
Post by dave on Mar 10, 2015 21:21:49 GMT -6
Carl Showing my ignorance I did not realize Devonshire and Devon are connected. I do know I live I Lafayette county so that means I am only geographically challenged in Great Britain. I do know the difference between 10 Group and 11 Group, as well as 12 and 13 Groups and where they were stationed. Ian does that count? Regards Dave
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Mar 11, 2015 4:58:09 GMT -6
Post by tubman13 on Mar 11, 2015 4:58:09 GMT -6
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Mar 11, 2015 6:04:27 GMT -6
Post by Yan Taylor on Mar 11, 2015 6:04:27 GMT -6
Yes there is lot on this board who have family links to the UK, I really enjoyed the states when we went there for our 50th birthdays (me and the missus are the same age and went the same school), and anyway you guys have grown on me over the years.
Dave; 10 Group was stationed in Wiltshire 11 Group was stationed in Middlesex 12 Group was stationed in Nottinghamshire 13 Group was stationed in Newcastle
The closest RAF base to my town was Burtonwood (about five miles), part of which was given over to the USAAF in 1942, Burtonwood was the largest airfield in Europe and became the home of the US 8th, 9th, 12th and 15th Airforces.
Tom that Firefly festival looks a “good un” I saw Macca in 1990 in Liverpool and my ticket cost £14 (all proceeds went to charity) he is playing Liverpool again this year and the cheapest seat is £71.
Well I have come to the conclusion that my white album is staying put, we made need a new roof but we will manage.
Ian.
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Mar 11, 2015 6:10:03 GMT -6
Post by Beth on Mar 11, 2015 6:10:03 GMT -6
SXSW has grown way beyond a music festival. It's a pretty big film festival which means the town is crawling with celebs and out of towners which means that those of us out in the 'burbs stay away--except for the young and foolhardy. Unfortunately last year it was marred with tragedy when some drunk drove through a crowd and killed 4 and injured about 2 dozen people. It will be interesting to see how this years goes since it's been so wet and cool.
The setting for the one in George Washington is stunning.
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Post by dave on Mar 11, 2015 20:17:48 GMT -6
Tom Memphis in May is a real wingding. Good music and the best BBQ in the World. The BBQ teams come from all over the states and many other countries. One of my old jobs at Ole Miss was booking concerts. We had the Beach Boys, Willie and Waylon, Kenny Loggins, Phish, Alan Jackson, 4 Tops, Bill Pickney and the Original Drifters, RUN DMC and other groups. I even had a garage band I paid $200 to open for 411. The group was No Doubt. I had to say my favorite was BB King. The man is a consummate professional. Oh the old days, thank God I don't have to deal with all those prima donnas anymore. Regards Dave PS Blues Fest in New Orleans is an experience you have to try.
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