(And they call. Failed to remove flower. If this is so, I know McClure had at least I have many pix of TRIGGER, etc. If this is so, I know McClure had at least 2 others before this one and one other after this one, although that cutting horse, which I believe is "Little Buck" and the very first buckskin he had were my favorites. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. My info came from law enforcement and the News Paper. Northwest Carriage Museum. Learn more about managing a memorial . Links of some more Famous Horses. The charges were later dropped but Park sued Hudkins for $50,000 and was awarded $1. Horse Fame is a free non profit service for the public. "Appy "or "Joe" was Jim's movie star horse Hi! Bonanza Ventures, Inc. is the official worldwide rights holder to the television programs created by David Dortort: "BONANZA" (and its prequel, "THE PONDEROSA"), and "THE HIGH CHAPARRAL." Blue Boy was his horse on The Rifleman. Posted on August 13, 2022By askans The horses on the show Bonanza were famously rented from the Fat Jones Stables in North Hollywood. (Photo courtesy Kenneth Kitchen.) Horses have played a large role in the history of the San Fernando Valley. WE LIVED THERE UP AT THE END OF THE ROAD AT THE FOOT OF MT. Stunt Horses Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Reseeding and Renovating a Degraded Horse Pasture. stars and stunt men . It bustled with activity during the era of the westerns. A Mr Ed Scrapbook The location is now a series of low corrigated storage buildings. Virginian" series He was a very experienced movie horse bought by Ben Johnson. !ps: he said his 1928 fight with the toy bulldog was almost as close to death that he ever went through except getting shot in the chest. Barb Townsend Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? ", James Drury's Appaloosa Recently I ran across a Carol Hudkins Shaw (aka Carol Hudkins)in the 1940s she lived in Glendale, bred, raced, showed, drove and rode Saddlebred and Standardbred horses. 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. (LogOut/ These two vehicles were once owed by Warner Bros. We just acquired a stage coach which was once owned by Fat Jones. Aces death, due to cancer occurred in 2009. Greene chose a beautiful thoroughbred buckskin horse named Buck. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Mr. Shafer was asked GREAT NEWS! Included in the group of stars that he worked with are Randolph Scott, Bill Williams, Alexis Smith, Wanda Hendrixs, Kirk Douglas and with Annie Oakley on television. In the book called "TV Gold--The Westerns," compiled by Ronald Shafer. Sorry we don't have the name of the movie star horse on the far right & Horse Many of us also remember the historic Devonshire Downs race track in Northridge. I am He had him about 20 years. The fact that hed amassed a whopping 102 fights in 10 years (a big number by any standard, especially considering fighters with Aces slam-bang style usually have a short shelf life) and was way past his prime. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. His body lay in state in the chapel for two days, with a uniformed honor guard and, out front, Carey's horse Sunny. Johnny Crawford's horses. 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. Before Bonanza began filming, Lorne Greene and the actors who would play his sons went to Fat Jones Stables. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. Bob Herron is my father, and I grew up spending a lot of time with my grandmother (Mildred Hudkins) and Ace (grampa Ace) in Studio City, CA when we lived in Northridge, CA. A system error has occurred. Ace Hudkins quit boxing after 1941. It was located on Sherman Way, a short distance east of Lankershim Blvd. He had him about 20 years. please if your going to post anything about the true hudkins brothers get your facts straight. Originally located in Edendale (which today is Silverlake), the Stables moved to North Hollywood in the '20s. W.E. They shu See more 187 34 Comments As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. The wagon and straw were only about four-and-a-half feet high, but the spoked wheels loomed in front of us. Bobby Herron was not Ace Hudkins son and their are no grand kids He is exploiting himself and his family family .The Hudkins brothers thought of as a little brother but he was not.Where is the story? Saddlebag Stories In 1930 he lived with his extended family at 2302 Observatory Avenue in L.A.; his brothers Clyde and Art served as his managers. Ace NEVER fought for that title. We would ride the Ranch, tie up our horses, catch the Hudkins horses and ride them in the hills hehehe There was a race track on the ranch I remember, most likely built for some Movie. This article has some confusion as far as Ace & Acey. Texas! RICHARDIN THAILAND. All thanks to the courts that forced Ace too Marry Bobbys Mother on a promise.She took him to court. THE HUDKINS RANCH WAS JUST INSIDE THE PROPERTY. I am reading about Ace Hudkins and wanted to know where and how the author found out about Aces 1973 date of death. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. WE CORESPOND BY EMAIL SOME. Wow thanks for that reply. More about it. STEEL is my favorite movie horse of all times. It states he rented Hi Yo Silver for a Lone Ranger film. Any idea what the names of those other buckskins above the filming of: High The ranch, called Fat Jones Stables, was sold at his death and continued to exist til some point in the early-mid '70s. He was not at all like I had seen him in his boxing prime. It has always been a sensitive subject with the older members of the Hudkins families. Try again later. Carol was married to Francis Benjamin "Ben" Johnson (Movie Actor). Does anyone know if Orain worked for the Army Remount Service prior to World War II? In this video, Pat addresses this subject by using one of the. Hey There. Here it is: http://boxrec.com/list_bouts.php?human_id=13688&cat=boxer. One of the stables happened to be the group of horses used on Bonanza. I have a lot on STEEL. I believe it remains and unsolved mystery. We use to play cowboys and indians together when they lived on Everett St. in Lincoln NE. Dreamer" (7.20), the Virginian says, "My horse Joe likes water. I am a western collector and I truly enjoyed what you have given us alljust wonderful. HI SYLVIA. Trivia "from the horse's mouth": Did you know that the names of the other three original horses chosen at the beginning of the season of the show's run were: Dunny Waggoner, Slippers and Streak? "Appy "or "Joe" Before you register please ensure you are familiar with our terms of use and related policies. Several of us were savagely stabbed. Mr. Shafer said that at one time he had talked to Mr. Drury, and Mr. Drury had told him his horse's name was There was a problem getting your location. 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. It is located in the desert near Palmdale, California. Appaloosa horse's name in THE VIRGINIAN: In the episode "The Land FOR RENT TO STUDIOS. A young boxing fan posted the following story on an internet site dedicated to boxers of that era; http://news.google.com/newspapers?id=sN9YAAAAIBAJ&sjid=ivgDAAAAIBAJ&dq=ace%20hudkins%20dies&pg=2683%2C992052, https://www.omaha.com/eedition/sunrise/articles/nebraska-family-found-niche-with-fists-horses-and-stunts/article_a74d0f4b-02dd-5d76-b57a-f917dc09d279.html, Carole Landis: A Tragic Life in Hollywood, Wallace Reid: The Life and Death of a Hollywood Idol. Its good to have your own facts straight before you start casting aspersions. HISTORY Clarence Y. in this photo. (LogOut/ Doug died at age 59 of cancer Feb. 5, 1995 His daughter Lana moved into the house after his death, refurbished the home, lived there for about a year and then moved to Orange County on a horse property. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. Dell Combs owned both of these horses." Our Cut under wicker phaeton was once owned by Hudkins. Hollywood Hills or Beverly HIlls that are near by. Try again. Failed to report flower. The Fat Jones Stables was one of the biggest suppliers of horses, cattle,. 1935-1995 It was part of the ranch and used in the movie Gentleman Jim with Errol Flynn. Curator WE ENTERED THE PROPERTY BY A WOODEN GATE ON HOLLIMGSWORTH DRIVE NEARWHERE THE GATE TO FOREST LAWN IS NOW. There is an original natural lake fed by spring water. Kew Gardens Hills (One of the venues that you might remember was Lake Tahoe.) 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. There was another man made lake added in the 1960's for recreation. Because the show would be filmed in color, the horses had to be easily discernible on screen to viewers. Why is it necessary to come on here and start insulting people and acting belligerent? 2015) Erika Wulff (m. 2017) Children 4 Signature Alexander Emerick Jones (born February 11, 1974) is an American far-right and alt . Chuck Conners Thanks for the update though! David Canary's previous birthday celebrations. and go home each evening to the Santa Clarita Valley, San Fernando Valley, Ace did lose the light weight world boxing match because he drank and didnt stay in training. They died December 7, 1941 at Pearl Harbor. Several miles from Forest Lawn Glendale. He simply couldnt compete with the young tigers anymore. too, although I don't think they worked together in a scene. Try and be a bit more respectful of others and perhaps they will have a bit more empathy for what youre trying to get across. If you are curious, heres the link to the article. He stumbled back and tripped, falling on his butt. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. New York 11367-2331 U.S.A. series (I didn't see "Men From Shiloh" so I couldn't say if he WHY? Someone had been going to stables at random, hurting the horses. The name "BONANZA" is a registered trademark of Bonanza Ventures, Inc., and is used with permission. The horse that Ben Johnson rode in this film was a famous movie horse used by many stars in many 1940s and 1950s westerns. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Roy was on the Horse Soldiers when Fred took his fatefull fall. Try again later. Comments & Info from: at Lake Los Angeles: Lake Los Angeles is a favorite setting for movies To alonzo hudkins you are absolutley incorrect on your statement of my grandfather ace hudkins the famous boxer! Horse Fame does not benefit from any links or organizations listed. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. AHEAD WERE BARNS FULL OF STAGE COACHES, BUCKBOARDS ETC. SUBSCRIBE: https://yusufcatstevens.lnk.to/subscribe & ENABLE BUY: https://catstevens.com/media/dvds/majikat-2003/Cat Stevens' Majikat - Earth Tour was rec. He had back surgery which bothered him greatly. Evidence of an inverted hexagonal phase in self- movie star horse on the far right, Thanks to Barb for all of I LIVED ON THE RANCH FROM 1946 TO 48. Fred and Ben were great friends, along with Dobe (aka Harry Carey, Jr.), etc. Bonanza Ventures, Inc., is not responsible for the content of this web site. Jody, this was the main horse, the double horse to Jody was named Joe and Just two weeks later on November 21st he was arrested when police found both he and Chalmers passed out drunk and asleep in his car at a stoplight at Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street. Date: April 1998. Youre wonderful! Comments and Info from: : John Stanley Update: December 2009 We would greatly appreciate any input or additional information. Both brothers are buried at Pierce Brothers Valhalla Memorial Park in North Hollywood. was Jim's movie star horse In the trivia section he stated The newspapers called him a "heartthrob!". All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. Westerns," compiled by Ronald Shafer. They are my second cousins. Who supplies movie horses? Is there proof that Bobby Herron was adopted by by Ace Hudkins? I would love to find some old pictures of our hearse in a movie and make it part of our display. Numerous westerns for TV & Movies have been filmed in the area through the years.There was a stunt man show in 1968. the photo's above are of "Two Bits", Comments & Info from: were? Nearby cities: Coordinates: 3412'1"N 11822'29"W Over its 14-year run, many horses (and actors) came and went, but Chub remained with the series from start to finish. Each one had a distinct color and pattern, reflecting the personalities of the riders. of Darkness." My father, who passed away in 1963, once worked with a horse trainer who was working with the Army Remount Service on a ranch near Sanderson, Texas. He was about seven years old on The Rifleman. Hes alive and well (90 years old) and living in Thousand Oaks with my mother. Was your Dads nick name Ode? Ace Hudkins, member of my Forgotten Hollywood Hall of Fame. I've never seen this episode but would love to. Hudkins Brothers Movie Ranch was a favorite of dozens of cowboy stars who boarded horses (the property is now part of Forest Lawn Glendale) and among Aces friends were Smiley Burnette, Guinn Wilson, Fred Kennedy, Gene Autry, and John Wayne. Local arrangements were under the direction of Kiker Funeral Home. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. Appaloosa horse's name in THE VIRGINIAN: In the episode "The Land Anyone interested can see some of the photos from Hudkins at the webpages Deb at HorseFame made for me for Fredgo to: http://members.tripod.com/~horsefame/fredkennedy.html. We thought that it was real and got out of there quickly. article "Sara Lane, Television's Cowgirl" (Sara portrayed Elizabeth Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Everything is very open with a clear description of the issues. This account has been disabled. He sued me and we went to arbitration. called his horse "Jody" in THE VIRGINIAN episode "A Flash The Stables supplied horses and equipment (stagecoaches, etc.) Ace was surely alive and well, living at 2302 with his wife Betty. Jerry Bowman. With regards to TRIGGER.he belonged to Ace Hudkins and then sold to Roy Rogers in 1943. I can't tell for certain, but it looks like the one in the above picture ("Little Buck"--Trampas called all his horses "Buck") As for the other horses, Adam rode Sport, a chestnut brown horse with a white stripe on its nose. to whom this might be, my name is james lee hudkins jr born on march 22nd 1963. 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