Barry Sloate's Auction Now Closed [Archive]

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03-29-2007, 07:35 AM

Posted By: barrysloateJust a reminder that my current telephone auction closes tomorrow night, March 29, at 6:00 PM for qualifying bids. There are still many good values with two bidding days to go, and I urge all to check out my website and click on the "price update" link at the bottom of the home page. For all those participating at the end tomorrow I urge that you place your bids via telephone. We will be monitoring emails but you will be at a distinct advantage by calling. Thanks to all who have participated so far. Regards, Barry

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03-29-2007, 07:40 AM

Posted By: Dan BrettaBarry, what happened to lot #26?

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03-29-2007, 07:47 AM

Posted By: barrysloateIt was returned to the consignor. Apparently it was a proof attached to a more modern mount, and not period. My error, as it should not have been included in the sale.

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03-30-2007, 06:19 AM

Posted By: robA friendly bump for a good auction.

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03-30-2007, 11:07 AM

Posted By: davidcycleback<a href="http://www.sloateauction.com" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://www.sloateauction.com</a>

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03-30-2007, 11:23 AM

Posted By: Brian McQueen Barry, I wish you luck with tonight's auction. Hope everything goes the way you'd like! Regards, Brian

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03-30-2007, 01:27 PM

Posted By: barrysloateCORRECTION ON AUCTION LOT #63 Last night I received a bid of $1092 on lot #63, the 1914 Cracker Jack Eddie Plank. Today the bidder called me and said he placed the bid in error. While I do not generally allow a bid retraction, I have decided to allow him in this case to retract. So the current bid on lot #64 is $993. I apologize if this inconvenienced anyone in any way. Thank you.

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03-30-2007, 01:35 PM

Posted By: Jason LI think.

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03-30-2007, 02:01 PM

Posted By: Joe DrouillardHi Barry, You're probably up to your neck in calls and emails right now, but I thought you should know I tried calling in a bid at the following number 1-718-885-7513 (the number listed on your auction site) at 3:45 pm today and I received a recorded message that saying that the number is not a valid number in the area code. No big deal, I was only going to bid on the one item, but I hope others are not having the same problem. Best wishes, Joe

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03-30-2007, 02:05 PM

Posted By: Steve M.I think its 855, not 885.

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03-30-2007, 02:14 PM

Posted By: Joe DrouillardThanks Steve. Is it possible to read it incorrectly three times in a row. Got my bid in. Thanks, Joe

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03-30-2007, 05:26 PM

Posted By: barry arnoldWith Brian, I'm rootin' for you, Barry! all the best, Barry

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03-30-2007, 08:45 PM

Posted By: quansomeone has to do this every auction...is it over?

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03-30-2007, 08:46 PM

Posted By: bigfishI want to go to sleep

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03-30-2007, 08:47 PM

Posted By: Dan BrettaIt was still not over when I called about a half an hour ago. I think I was talking to Barry's wife and she said it was still going strong.

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03-30-2007, 08:49 PM

Posted By: quanbarry is way smart for not updating the site on the last day...everyone have to call to see how they're doing <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

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03-30-2007, 09:34 PM

Posted By: BobHi Brian. I put 3 bids in on your T222 Marquard but only suceeded in doubling the price. <img src="/images/sad.gif" height=14 width=14> I guess someone really wanted it more than I did! Bob

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03-30-2007, 09:42 PM

Posted By: leonI know of at least a few strong prices....the sky isn't falling quite yet <img src="/images/sad.gif" height=14 width=14>.

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03-30-2007, 10:15 PM

Posted By: Jim ClarkeTried calling at 11:50 and auction was closed via an answering machine. Thought they were going strong at 11:20 and would be open for awhile? Guess not...

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03-30-2007, 10:53 PM

Posted By: Cobby33Does anyone know when Barry's website will be updated with the final bids?

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03-30-2007, 11:16 PM

Posted By: sparkySparky- you need to put your full name by your post, if you are not well known, then you may speak your mind...good, bad, indifferent....but when offering criticism, or strong opinions, you need to adhere to the board rules...thanks.....leon

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03-31-2007, 05:44 AM

Posted By: barrysloateFirst off- Sparky, whoever you are, please identify yourself. I do not respond to anonymous attacks. I don't recall soliciting your opinion. Besides, you sound like a loser, so why should I care? I will be working on invoices this morning, and will post final bids on the website this afternoon. Thanks to all who participated, it was a great success.

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03-31-2007, 05:57 AM

Posted By: John SHey "Sparky", I actually enjoy the "old-style" auction that Barry runs...at the very least I can ask questions about lots (and get immediate answers)and have the opportunity to chit-chat with Barry in the process. Nice cowardly post...if you an issue with Barry or his auction give him a call. Keep it off of the forum.

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03-31-2007, 06:54 AM

Posted By: Hal LewisBarry: Will the prices you post INCLUDE the 15% buyer's premium or not? Those of us who try to use auction prices to determine current market values need to know one way or the other. Thanks!!

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03-31-2007, 07:22 AM

Posted By: barrysloateFinal prices will include 15% premium. I will put a note on the board when they are up, probably mid-afternoon.

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03-31-2007, 07:29 AM

Posted By: robjust out of curiousity, can someone sum up what this clown Sparky had a beef with?

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03-31-2007, 07:31 AM

Posted By: leonHe was ranting and raving about the process of Barry's auction. Phone, closing time, etc...... Like I say...put your name by it and say what you want to (within forum rules...which means you can say almost anything )....best regards

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03-31-2007, 07:33 AM

Posted By: robgotcha, thanks Leon.

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03-31-2007, 09:46 AM

Posted By: barrysloateFinal bids have been posted on my website.

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03-31-2007, 10:04 AM

Posted By: quanapparently barry's format works! some of those prices are eye-popping. wish i'd consigned with barry on some similar cards seeing those ending prices instead of selling on my own.

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03-31-2007, 10:11 AM

Posted By: Joe D.congratulations to all that participated. I am looking forward to seeing some of those cards in the recent pickups thread! Yet another awesome Sloate Auction.

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03-31-2007, 10:13 AM

Posted By: Dan BrettaI was only interested in the Ticket stub to the Boston Grounds and that went for way more than I would have guessed.

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03-31-2007, 10:19 AM

Posted By: Harry Wallace (HW)Barry, thanks for posting your prices realized. I like to keep track of the current prices on cards. A question about the N28 Clarkson. How did you arrived at the rookie designation? Wasn 't his Old Judg card clearly issued before this one? I am not trying to nitpick, I just want to know if I am overlooking something.

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03-31-2007, 10:19 AM

Posted By: MVSNYCwow barry, good job, amazing prices...congrats!

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03-31-2007, 11:03 AM

Posted By: James FeaginAbsolutely no offense intended for Mr. Sloate, but Sparky's original post had some good points. James

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03-31-2007, 11:17 AM

Posted By: Bryan LongAnother auction item lost to someone else! How do people expect me to get great cards when the keep outbidding me! <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14> Great job Barry! Another good auction. .

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03-31-2007, 12:30 PM

Posted By: barrysloateThanks to all for the kind words. Some of the prices were great, but for those who did their homework there were some good deals too. Harry- both the Old Judge and N28 were issued in 1887...not sure which was first. Fair point. James- not trying to be antagonistic, but that Sparky character just sounded like one of the barnacles of life, someone who is just bitter and frustrated and takes it out on others. What part did you find compelling? Since you posted your name, happy to field any questions

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03-31-2007, 12:43 PM

Posted By: MarkI believe Hal Lewis proved that n28s were issued in 1888. Your n28 John Clarkson card is good proof of that since it pictures Clarkson in a Boston uniform and Clarkson played for Chicago for the entire 1887 season. And Harry's correct that there is an 1887 n172 Clarkson depicting him on the White Sox.

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03-31-2007, 12:47 PM

Posted By: James FeaginBarry--I respect your option to run your auction in any way you please. In this era of fast-paced technology, and even more impatient people, I can imagine that bidders not having instant access to information or communication must be frustrating to them. The days of the phone bid seem archaic, even though it is nostalgic to so many. Your prices realized are steller, however, I personally prefer to deal with online auction houses with the 30 minute rule on each lot. That way I know how I stand on each time, how much time is left, and I can budget as such. Just my thought and I'm glad you're happy with how it went. James

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03-31-2007, 12:47 PM

Posted By: DarrenA big thanks to Barry, this was my first time consigning and Barry made the whole situation comfortable for me. Hated to part with spalding Ruth's but my collection needs focus.

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03-31-2007, 12:55 PM

Posted By: CatCongrats Barry!!! Those prices are amazing. Somehow your format must appeal to the high-end (wealthy) collector. I actually appreciate different auction formats. My feelings are that if a bidder wants to know where an item is at...call him. He's the one that has to exert the manpower to answer the phone. The phone call costs me about as much time as clicking around on the internet. Barry, I hope you decide to have auctions on a more regular basis. Quarterly??

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03-31-2007, 12:55 PM

Posted By: Hal LewisDarren: I'll bet you aren't hating the decision to part with the Spalding cards NOW! That one took off like a rocket last night!!!

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03-31-2007, 12:57 PM

Posted By: JerryJames, That fast Paced Technology is all fine and well until it crashes on auction night.

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03-31-2007, 01:01 PM

Posted By: James FeaginAbsolutely. However, the internet does provide more flexibility and those problems we encountered that night have been fixed. Every form of communication medium has those problems. I just feel the only way phone auctions can provide what most customers are looking for is if there is a call back service. In no way am I impuning Barry's auction, it's just my opinion. James

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03-31-2007, 01:03 PM

Posted By: John"James, That fast Paced Technology is all fine and well until it crashes on auction night." Ouch! Oh man......check and mate. Rough crowd, ouch.

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03-31-2007, 01:15 PM

Posted By: DarrenYeah Hal, That '27 caught fire, but still has room to grow.

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03-31-2007, 01:17 PM

Posted By: leonI hope so.....

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03-31-2007, 01:20 PM

Posted By: JohnDid you get my email?

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03-31-2007, 01:38 PM

Posted By: markcWhen agonizing about whether or not to make one more bid I suppose it's a little consolation to see the lots going for way more than what I wanted to bid. Congratulations, Barry, on a great auction with some great cards!!

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03-31-2007, 01:39 PM

Posted By: James FeaginHardly checkmate John. Our customers and consignors were almost universally satisfied with how we handled ourselves during that time. Jerry was trying to be snappy where a problem existed for less than a day. Sparky remarked that phone systems are archaic and don't allow for instant communication. He also mentioned that Lew Lipset even runs an internet auction. While his tone was nasty, the point was taken. I personally think Barry is a credit to the hobby, and how he wants to run his auctions are fine by me. From my own collecting viewpoint though, telephone auctions just don't allow me the flexibility.

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03-31-2007, 01:50 PM

Posted By: Dan BrettaIf you are fine with how Barry runs his auctions then why even mention it James? When someone from another auction house mentions that another's auction is "archaic" on a message board it's going to come off sounding a little arrogant.

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03-31-2007, 01:54 PM

Posted By: James FeaginGood point Dan. Perhaps I should differentiate when I'm speaking as a collector and when I'm speaking as an auction house employee. I was speaking as a collector. However, in the future I will avoid ALL topics about other auction houses. Thanks and hopefully there is no harm no foul with Barry. I was speaking 100% as a collector. Those who know me, hopefully would vouch that I'm not arrogant as I seemingly sound.

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03-31-2007, 02:00 PM

Posted By: barrysloateJames- the difference between your post and Sparky's is that you responded intelligently and put your name to it, while that other slugabed posted anonymously and was just plain nasty (and too cowardly to reveal his name). I am a bit of a technophobe and don't know how comfortable I would be relying on a system I really wouldn't understand. And I would dread a final night crash. I sell alot on ebay and like that format, but for my catalogs I will stick with what I have. While the last night does have its level of stress, I do enjoy speaking with many people who I only get to talk to during the auction. And more than half the bids are emailed to me anyway, so I get a little bit of both worlds. And it is true that the N28 is an 1888 issue, and thus N172 is the true rookie card. My error, and I wish someone caught it earler as I would have posted a correction.

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03-31-2007, 02:02 PM

Posted By: James FeaginWhat's a slugabed? <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

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03-31-2007, 02:03 PM

Posted By: JohnJames, nothing personal I just thought it was a pretty good zing. I like Huggins & Scott and will continue to support you guys when I can, I also like Barry and think he has a really good thing going, call it nostalgic or archaic either way its refreshing in today’s take a number hobby.

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03-31-2007, 02:05 PM

Posted By: barrysloateI was reading my Simpson's book the other day and Mr. Burns referred to his workers as "slugabeds". I didn't know what it meant either and just liked the sound of it. It's a lazy person who stays in bed all day. <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

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03-31-2007, 02:12 PM

Posted By: James FeaginWhatever communication method you prefer as a customer, it's important to me to know the person I'm buying a card from is a passionate collector who loves the hobby.

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03-31-2007, 02:39 PM

Posted By: Joe DrouillardI participated for the first time yesterday on Barry's online auction and was very impressed with Barry's professionalism. First I screwed up the phone number, then I messed up on the registration rules, and called just two hours before the auction ended. Nevertheless, Barry, or whoever took care of my bid, treated me with respect and dignity. They probably spent more time on me than my bid was worth. I was only bidding on one of the lower priced cards in the auction, but he made me feel like I was bidding on the featured item. I will be back. Best wishes Barry you're a class act. Joe

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03-31-2007, 02:51 PM

Posted By: barrysloateThanks Joe. This is one of the benefits of a phone auction, having positive interaction with people. It was actually me you spoke with yesterday...I'm a bit of a hermit, so the social aspect of a phone auction is part of the reason I do it.

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03-31-2007, 03:08 PM

Posted By: Steve fthe Brooklyn Invasion <img src="http://www.network54.com/Realm/tmp/1175288854.GIF">

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03-31-2007, 03:13 PM

Posted By: JerryPeter Noone was on American Idol the other night. My wife makes me watch it. Brownie Points

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03-31-2007, 03:29 PM

Posted By: barrysloatePeter Noone is still pretty active in the music world. He used to have his own show on VH1, but I don't remember the details.

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03-31-2007, 03:31 PM

Posted By: Jim ClarkeIt was a nice auction with a little bit for everyone. Only won 2 lots but bid on a lot more. Good to see strong prices and I wish the gazillionaires would stop going after stuff I like.... JC

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03-31-2007, 03:31 PM

Posted By: Dan BrettaNoone's voice has never changed either. I saw him on American Idol singing one of his oldies and he still sounds great. Can't say that about too many of the rockers from the 1960s.

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03-31-2007, 03:32 PM

Posted By: Jeff LichtmanMore significant than the fact that Barry used the word "slugabed" (which is actually a word that predated the Simpsons) is the fact that Barry was "reading [his] Simpsons book." I will let that admission stand on its own merit. As for Barry's auctions, yes, they are archaic in this online era. But, the one thing about Barry's auctions that I know in my heart to be 100% true and I cannot say this about a single other auction house is that I will not be a victim of shill bidding. I just don't have the same comfort level with any other place, no offense. We should all only hope that Barry's auctions proliferate.

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03-31-2007, 03:35 PM

Posted By: barrysloateI saw the Zombies on PBS a few weeks ago and then went back to the youtube clip from 1965, and they still sounded pretty good. But Eric Burden has no voice left and was embarrassing, and he used to be among the best. Some people age better than others. Edited to say thanks Jeff, I do treat customers' ceiling bids with tremendous respect. If they feel comfortable enough leaving them with me I know I have a big responsibility not to let them down.

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03-31-2007, 03:37 PM

Posted By: Jeff LichtmanBarry, I saw the same PBS show and was appalled at what Eric Burden looked and sounded like. The guy has not aged well. I'm trying to forget that memory from the show.

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03-31-2007, 03:40 PM

Posted By: barrysloateI know- he gained a lot of weight, has long had his hair dyed blond, and has no voice left. I agree, it was just awful. As a side note, Dave Van Ronk and Bob Dylan did very respectable versions of "House of the Rising Sun" in the early sixties. But after the Animals did their version in 1964, I don't think anyone ever attempted the song again. It was so good that it became almost a sacred cow.

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03-31-2007, 03:50 PM

Posted By: Dan BrettaBarry, what do you expect from an overfed, long-haired leaping gnome?

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03-31-2007, 03:57 PM

Posted By: barrysloateI expect him to retire gracefully <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14> There's a great color clip on youtube from 1964 of the Animals singing "House." It's worth a look (but I think it's lip-synched).

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03-31-2007, 04:40 PM

Posted By: Jeff LichtmanGee, Barry, what ever gave you that notion that the song was lip-synched? Was it the fact that none of the instruments are plugged in? <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

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03-31-2007, 06:02 PM

Posted By: barrysloateThat's usually a dead giveaway!

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03-31-2007, 07:30 PM

Posted By: George DreherMarianne Faithfull used to sound like an angel in the 60s. Now she sounds like her name should be Hagatha.

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04-01-2007, 06:18 AM

Posted By: barrysloateI know, I think she was a heavy smoker (not to mention a junkie, too). She was just on the radio promoting the first appearance of "Rolling Stones Rock & Roll Circus" which was shown last month on PBS. She was part of the Stones' inner circle.

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04-01-2007, 06:24 AM

Posted By: Rich KleinThe60sshop@aol.com sends out a great email newsletter about music of that time; if you are interested in that music; I stronly suggest subscribing, it's well worth the price (FREE) Regards Rich

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04-01-2007, 06:47 AM

Posted By: Ted ZanidakisI'm surprised no one mentioned LULU's appearance on the same American Idol show that Peter Noone was on ? Coincidentally, the 1967 movie.....To Sir With Love....was on TV last nite. And LULU, now in her mid-50's, looks a lot "sexier" than in this movie (40 years ago) and sang her song quite well on the show. TED Z

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04-01-2007, 06:56 AM

Posted By: Joe D.I thought she did an awesome job on the song, and she was very easy on the eyes. I admit it - Yes - I watch American Idol. Actually it is one of my favorite shows.... but not because of the show itself. It is one of the few shows on television (not on the disney channel) that the entire family can watch together. When I was a kid - it was all family TV. Anyway, I like the way the show gives us family bonding time - enjoy the show together and talk about it during the week.

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04-01-2007, 07:05 AM

Posted By: Steve M.these threads always deteriorate into something I know absolutely nothing about? Edit: <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

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04-01-2007, 08:03 AM

Posted By: barrysloatePlease note this thread now has a new name.

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04-01-2007, 08:23 AM

Posted By: Ted ZanidakisWhat event "inspired" these lyrics ? Name the year, state, and the R-n-R artists involved ? T-Rex TED

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04-01-2007, 08:24 AM

Posted By: BrianBarry, great auction, with amazing results (was outbid on everything). Just out of curiosity: what time did the auction end? Without mentioning names, can you say whether most of the bidders were from this forum? Just curious..... Sorry for interrupting the discussion of rock and roll...which was interesting as well. Brian

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04-01-2007, 08:26 AM

Posted By: Steve M.I know this one. 1959 somewhere in Iowa. Big Bopper, Buddy Holly and someone else.

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04-01-2007, 08:40 AM

Posted By: Glyn ParsonRichie Valens (Donna, LaBamba)

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04-01-2007, 08:42 AM

Posted By: AnthonyTed- this site breaks down the entire song line by line <a href="http://wilstar.com/midi/americanpie.htm" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://wilstar.com/midi/americanpie.htm</a>

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04-01-2007, 09:05 AM

Posted By: Ted ZanidakisSTEVE and GLYN OK, great....so what are the birth names of The Big Bopper and Richie Valens ? TED Z

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04-01-2007, 09:05 AM

Posted By: Max WederRock n roll thread? This undercover photo purportedly of auction night in a Brooklyn apartment suggests that Barry must be a reverse Wizard of Oz, with a heretofore unknown but unsurpassed level of technological sophistication in the hobby industry. <img src="http://www.computer-history.info/Page4.dir/pages/Univac.dir/images/UNIVAC1.jpg"> However, just to keep it on topic: I Robot by The Alan Parsons Project <img src="http://cover6.cduniverse.com/MuzeAudioArt/Large/98/960098.jpg">

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04-01-2007, 09:06 AM

Posted By: barrysloateBy request, I have rechanged the title again. Perhaps my last choice was poor judgment. Carry on <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

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04-01-2007, 09:10 AM

Posted By: barrysloateBrian- the auction closed at about 11:15. As far as whether lots were won by board members or not, I didn't do a survey but it was a mixed bag. Many of my customers are oldtimers and I am amazed by how many of them have never heard of Net54. But what I do find interesting is a high percentage of lots are won by new bidders, much more so than old ones. I guess many of them have dropped out of the hobby. Edited to add I don't know how many new registrants found me from Net54. Many do, some find out in other ways. One woman googled "Duke Kahanamoku" and because I had one of his cards found the whole auction and won the card.

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04-01-2007, 09:12 AM

Posted By: barrysloateTed- Richie Valens was Richie Valenzuela. I know the Big Bopper too, but I am drawing a blank and don't want to google it and cheat.

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04-01-2007, 09:14 AM

Posted By: Jeff LichtmanValens' last name was originally the same as a famous Dodger prodigy of the early 80s who won both the ROY and Cy Young in the same year; Big Bopper's was JP Richardson. I think his son is trying to get him exhumed or something like that....

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04-01-2007, 09:17 AM

Posted By: barrysloateThanks Jeff. I just drew a blank.

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04-01-2007, 10:31 AM

Posted By: Jeff LichtmanBarry, again, we post at almost the same time. I am convinced you are my doppleganger. (sp?)

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04-01-2007, 10:51 AM

Posted By: barrysloateI know, it's really strange, because it happens so many times.

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04-01-2007, 04:38 PM

Posted By: Ted ZanidakisI pronounce you the new "Trivia King" of this Forum, you accurately answered all my questions. Looky here....I finally acquired the E-card (action pose) of our "buddy". <img src="http://www.freephotoserver.com/v001/tedzan/actionchase.jpg"> I'm sure you recall the movie "American Grafitti" ? I've developed a great Trivia quiz on it, that I think will stump you.....if interested, email me. TED Z

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04-01-2007, 04:51 PM

Posted By: barrysloateTed- there's a famous scene in "American Graffiti" where they tie a chain onto the back of a police car, and when it accelerates the axle and back tires fall off. On what classic TV show did two teenagers pull the same stunt on their hapless friend? (years before the movie).

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04-01-2007, 04:54 PM

Posted By: Jeff LichtmanTed, I'm game, but I have to say that my trivia knowledge is unparalleled on the following movies: Stripes, Caddyshack and Animal House.

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04-01-2007, 05:08 PM

Posted By: barrysloateJeff- of the three I know "Stripes" the best, so shoot me one. And I'm still waiting for an answer to my trivia question.

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04-01-2007, 05:11 PM

Posted By: Ted ZanidakisBARRY I strained my brain, but my aged mind cannot come forth with the answer....so, I give up. Also, I asked Jeff to email me, as I didn't want to "hi-jack" this Thread down Trivia lane. However, if you want, I will share my American Grafitti Trivia with everyone, here ? JEFF Other than Animal House (when it was out), I haven;t seen the other movies. TED Z

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04-01-2007, 05:17 PM

Posted By: barrysloateOn "Leave it to Beaver" Wally and Eddie tie a chain to Lumpy's rear axle, destroying his car. Hey, it's Saturday night and it's my thread, have a little fun. Jeff-what two things does Ox's psychiatrist tell him he swallows too much of?

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04-01-2007, 05:21 PM

Posted By: Brian Weisner Hi Jeff, I guess we have the same taste in movies, because I think I can play every part in all 3 movies...... Lighten up Francis, one of these men may save your life one of these days... And then again maybe one of us won't.... Have a great weekend Brian PS Barry, Did you ever room with Kramer???? I think you still owe him 200 bucks..

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04-01-2007, 05:28 PM

Posted By: barrysloateYou're confusing me with Grossbart! <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

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04-01-2007, 05:59 PM

Posted By: Ted ZanidakisFor anyone..... PART I Name at least 10 actors that were relative "unknowns" in this movie that went on to successful careers ? I will start with Ron Howard...... PART II Is tougher and will be presented upon answering PART I TED Z

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04-01-2007, 06:06 PM

Posted By: barrysloateHarrison Ford, Suzanne Somers,Richard Dreyfuss, Paul LeMat, Cindy Williams, MacKenzie Phillips (I looked a few up in Maltin)... By the way, Ron Howard wasn't unknown- he played Opie for eight years!

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04-01-2007, 06:18 PM

Posted By: Jeff LichtmanBarry, too easy. A lot of aggression -- along with a lot of pizzas.

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04-01-2007, 06:19 PM

Posted By: Jeff LichtmanWow...some of those names from AG I hadn't even recalled...Harrison Ford was the cool guy with the fast car if I recall...

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04-01-2007, 06:33 PM

Posted By: Ted ZanidakisRon Howard isn't one of the 10....that's why I started with his name. You have 4 to go and then you'll qualify for Part II. TED Z

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04-01-2007, 06:36 PM

Posted By: Jeff LichtmanKathleen Quinlan

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04-01-2007, 06:41 PM

Posted By: David VarghaCharles Martin Smith, Candy Clark, Bo Hopkins, Terence McGovern, Kathleen Quinlan and Joe Spano DavidVargha@hotmail.com

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04-01-2007, 06:45 PM

Posted By: Ted ZanidakisYou guys are getting good....but, I need to hear about 2 or 3 more....before we proceed to PART II. Which no one has ever fully answered. TED Z

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04-01-2007, 06:59 PM

Posted By: barrysloateJeff- I figured you would get it. Four veterans of SCTV were in "Stripes", among them Harold Ramis and John Candy. Name the the other two? (I just remembered the fourth one, so I changed the question a bit).

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04-01-2007, 07:35 PM

Posted By: Jeff LichtmanDave Thomas as the mud wrestling announcer I believe, and Joe Flaherty as the Russian (I think) border guard.

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04-01-2007, 07:44 PM

Posted By: barrysloateYou got them both. I remembered Thomas in the mud wrestling scene but couldn't remember what Flaherty's role was. Bill Murray came up in Second City and had a guest appearance on SCTV, so he could arguably be a fifth.

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04-01-2007, 07:55 PM

Posted By: Jeff LichtmanThe old SCTV was perhaps the funniest stuff I have ever seen on television. I always felt that Ramis was the funniest of the bunch, even funnier than Candy or Flaherty. I wasn't as into Dave Thomas and when he teamed with Rick Moranis on that Candadian BS I felt that SCTV had jumped the shark.

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04-02-2007, 05:04 AM

Posted By: barrysloateSCTV was equal to or better than SNL when it debuted in 1977. Unfortunately, Harold Ramis only stayed on for the first season. Eugene Levy, Andrea Martin and Catherine O'Hara were terrific too. It was a legendary comedy troupe that is somewhat forgotten today. Moranis and Thomas did the "Great White North" and played those two hosers from Canada. It was funny once or twice but it had nowhere to go. Martin Short also came on later, and while he was very funny the show did lose steam after a few seasons. They all do.

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04-02-2007, 11:00 AM

Posted By: Ted ZanidakisOK, here are two more.... Johnny Weismueller III, and I'm surprised you guys forgot....the "Wolfman" Jack PART II asks you to associate the "wheels" with each named actor Actor/actress..........wheels Candy Clark Richard Dreyfuss Harrison Ford Bo Hopkins Ron Howard Paul LeMat McKenzie Phillips Charles Martin Smith Suzanne Somers Cindy Williams Wolfman Jack Take your time answering this one....and, cheating is allowed by re-viewing this movie. TED Z

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04-02-2007, 11:26 AM

Posted By: Jeff LichtmanI had thought of Wolfman Jack; however, I assumed he was well-known prior to AG, no?

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04-02-2007, 12:19 PM

Posted By: Ted ZanidakisThe "Wolfman" was regionally known....popping up on "clear channel" AM Radio stations (such as WABC) as far back as (I recall) the early 1960's. And, also recorded spots on smaller stations. However, after this movie was out, about in the Summer of '73....Wolfman Jack became even more popular to a nationwide audience. And, he was all over the airwaves and on TV. I'm relating my listening experience back then. Others may chime in and provide a better answer to your "Q". PS..... One of my smarter acquistions, was buying my 1957 Thunderbird in the Fall of '72. Because, after this movie was out, my T-Bird appreciated 3-fold in value, overnite. TED Z

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04-02-2007, 12:25 PM

Posted By: barrysloateI knew Wolfman Jack when I was a teenager. He was far from unknown. This film made some people more famous, but they were already known. Ron Howard left show business after the Andy Griffith show ended in 1968, so this was his first appearance in five years. It got his career back on track, and led to "Happy Days", but he was already a famous child actor.

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04-02-2007, 12:34 PM

Posted By: BobI also saw Eric Burdon on the PBS special and cringed. It is amazing how many of the 60's rockers still have good voices but some have so deteriorated it is painful to listen to, at least to me. Gerry of Gerry and the Pacemakers' voice was really pitiful also. On the flip side, the recent Do-Wop PBS special had a lot of old groups from the 50's and 60's and their voices sounded amazingly good. Truly amazing to see these 65-75 year old Black men with such fantastic singing voices still...

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04-02-2007, 03:08 PM

Posted By: Ted ZanidakisWhat station did you hear Wolfman Jack on ? And, other than Ron Howard, who on this list was well known prior to American Graffiti ? I know of none of the others. TED Z

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04-02-2007, 03:18 PM

Posted By: Dan BrettaBarry, Ron Howard did all kinds of movies and TV in between Andy Griffith and American Graffiti. From Lassie, Disney and Love, American Style. I don't think he ever left the business.

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04-02-2007, 03:33 PM

Posted By: Jeff LichtmanTed, I have a very vague recollection of hearing Wolfman Jack on WABC 770 AM radio when I was a kid. Regardless, he was well-known, at least in the NY area, when I was a kid. Other than Ron Howard and Wolfman Jack, I don't think a single person in that cast was known to anyone but their families.

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04-02-2007, 03:50 PM

Posted By: barrysloateIt's hard to remember but I think I knew Wolfman Jack from both radio and TV. And I guess I forgot Ron Howard took some time off during those years. I thought he just wanted to lead a more regular life. Clearly, those were years where his roles were less than memorable.

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04-02-2007, 03:54 PM

Posted By: Jeff LichtmanNot to hijack this thread (!), but has anyone picked up the Neil Young 1971 concert from Massey Hall in Canada? It's one of the greatest live albums I've ever heard and the earliest from his career.

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04-02-2007, 03:58 PM

Posted By: Dan BrettaI love Neil Young....Old Man and Comes a Time are two of my favorite songs. <object width="425" height="350"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/Vef03k5i8VI"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/Vef03k5i8VI" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="350"></embed></object>

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04-02-2007, 04:05 PM

Posted By: barrysloateJeff- Neil Young did a live concert in England in 1971 that was aired by the BBC and is shown periodically on the Ovation Channel, and also on youtube. It's exceptionally good. And I think I remember listening to Wolfman Jack on the radio, possibly ABC, and his signature howl at the end of each show, and I remember a tagline, but it may not be him. Who said "warm up that coffee mama, cause I'm comin' home." Was that the Wolfman? Edited to add it was Ted Brown who said "warm up that coffee...". He was a disc jockey my mother used to listen to when I was a child. I am way off.

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04-02-2007, 04:13 PM

Posted By: barrysloateDan-one of my favorite Neil Young songs is "Harvest Moon".

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04-02-2007, 04:15 PM

Posted By: Dan BrettaI avoid that one Barry - brings up too many bad memories from a not so distant life.

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04-02-2007, 04:19 PM

Posted By: barrysloateIt's a sad song, and I understand exactly what you are saying <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

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04-02-2007, 07:19 PM

Posted By: jerryBig Neil Young Fan here, Have seen him numerous times. First time I saw him was summer of 1970 Los Angeles Forum with CSN&Y. One of my favorite Neil songs that is not played anymore is "Cowgirl In the Sand"

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04-02-2007, 07:33 PM

Posted By: LarryTwo of my early favorites, Does anyone have video footage?: #1 Flying on The Ground (Buffalo Springfield) #2 Burned (Buffalo Springfield) Just Pure Genius, so many great songs that we never hear anymore, especially on American Idol!!!!!!!!!!!!