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The Joe Murphy Column 11/1/19


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The Joe Murphy Column

 

My dear friend Guy Reed of the Isle of Wight wrote to me regarding a gathering of fanciers a Fontwell and he wrote the following; ‘Dear Joe, I am delighted to share with you some information on the dinner date that has been taking place in recent years at the The Stables at Fontwell, situated close to the grounds of Crammond and Langstaff. With the passing of Ian Crammond this year’s dinner, was in honor of Ian. Clive Turner, organized this friendly yearly gathering, and during the afternoon asked all to raise their glasses and toasted absent friends, and wished everyone a successful new year. The event is a getting together of a few pigeon men who have become friends over the years and who meet at the National marking stations. It is a very relaxed affair,with of course the inevitable beer, wine and good food, but of course a time to have a longer chat with everyone present, with a good helping of banter and humor. As I looked around the table, it is not difficult to become aware you are surrounded by some very good fanciers. Every one there, being winners at National and Classic level; More importantly they are men who have over the years dedicated an enormous amount of their time to the sport, and in helping others. The sort of gentlemen that just get on with what needs to be done and seek little praise for their efforts, or for their multiple performances within the sport: For me this little gathering makes a wonderful break from the norm,and allows me to indulge in the camaraderie and conversation, with not only some great pigeon men, but with some good friends making the day both humorous and enlightening.

 

 

Regarding me sending you some pictures, you must forgive me for any poor quality and somewhat less than professional pictorial views, but the wine may have had some influence on the outcome. I will leave it up to you Joe, to publish them or not. It was good to have Nigel Langstaff with us, and he shared his very positive attitude to life, and for sure Nigel will still have a full and exciting roll in pigeons. In 2019 though, he may not be racing, but he will be playing a major role in breeding management, associated with Mark Gilbert. It’s always amazing how life unfolds sometimes and it is good to know Nigel deservedly will be able to continue what he enjoys doing. The very brave stalwart John Tyerman despite his on going health difficulties, was also there to enjoy the wonderful company of some‘good old’ boys’ (I’m sure that’s a line from a song) that love their pigeons.John of course is the President of the BICC. I would personally like to thank Mick Bunney and Albi Deacon, chairman of the BICC, for absconding from the hards tuff in order to get me safely to and from the Hovercraft. The group of fanciers this year consisted of :- Brian Wall (Gem Products) Dave Farr, Dave Bridger, Nigel Langstaff, John Tyerman, Clive Turner, Kevin Bakes, John Wills,Gordon Marsh, Alistair Muir, Guy Reed, Fred Hall, Mick Bunney, Albi Deacon.

 

Perhaps in the winter months I may write something more of the performance record of the above fanciers, meanwhile thank you to you all for another great day. Thank you also to you Joe for admitting the news in your column. Everyone present at the dinner wished you a complete recovery from your recent stroke condition. Best wishes anda happy New Year to all fanciers Guy Reed.

 

Dave Bridger Clive Turner and Alistair Muir

 

Dave Bridger Clive Turner and Alistair Muir (2).jpeg

 

 

Farewell Dear Friends.

 

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Fred Hall and Gordon Marsh

 

Fred Hall and Gordon Marsh (1).jpeg

 

 

John Tyerman and Clive Turner

 

John Tyerman and Clive Turner.jpeg

 

 

Group of Fontwell Dinner.

 

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L to R Brian Wall, Mick Bunney, Albi Deacon and Kevin Bakes

 

L to R Brian Wall, Mick Bunney, Albi Deacon and Kevin Bakes.jpeg

 

 

Kevin Bakes John Wills Fred Hall John Tyerman and Gordon Marsh.

 

Kevin Bakes John Wills Fred Hall John Tyerman and Gordon Marsh.jpeg

 

 

Nigel Langstaff and Fred Hall.

 

Nigel Langstaff and Fred Hall.jpeg

 

 

Nigel Langstaff Fred Hall and John Tyerman.

 

Nigel Langstaff Fred Hall and John Tyerman.jpeg

 

 

 

 

 

 

Joe’s Joke

 

The commander of the Apollo 11 lunar module, Neil Armstrong was the first person to set foot on the moon. His first words after stepping on the moon, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind," were televised to earth and heard by millions. But, just before he re-entered the lander, he made the enigmatic remark "Good luck, Mr. Gorsky." Many people at NASA thought it was a casual remark concerning some rival soviet cosmonaut. However, upon checking, there was no Gorsky in either the Russian or American space programs.Over the years, many people questioned Armstrong as to what the 'good luck, Mr.Gorsky' statement meant, but Armstrong always just smiled. On July 5, 1995, in Tampa Bay, Florida, while answering questions following a speech, a reporter brought up the 26-year-old question about Mr Gorsky and this time he finally responded because his Mr Gorsky had just died, so Neil Armstrong felt he could now answer the question. Here is the answer to "who was Mr Gorsky?": In 1938,when he was a kid in a small mid-western town, he was playing baseball with a friend in the backyard. His friend hit the ball, which landed in his neighbour’s yard by their bedroom window. His neighbours were Mr and Mrs Gorsky. As he leaned down to pick up the ball, young Armstrong heard Mrs Gorsky shouting at Mr. Gorsky, "Sex! You want sex?! You'll get sex when the kid next door walks on the moon!" It broke the place up. Neil Armstrong's family confirmed that This is a true story.

 

 

 

 

Please continue to keep the news flowing; to Joe Murphy Mystical Rose Cottage 2 Flutorum Avenue Thornton by Kirkcaldy KY1 4BD or phone 01592 770331 or Email to joejmurphy1@gmail.com REMEMBER THE J IN THE MIDDLE or you can also view online editions on: www.elimarpigeons.com www.fancierchat.co.ukwww.pigeon-chat.co.uk - www.Pigeonbasics.com - PigeonRacing the Basics! - thecanadianpigeoninternational.comwww.internationalracingpigeon.com or

 

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