Flashback: 1979Here's a monthy Kentucky column published in The Voice Magazine in May of 1979. Covering the state of Kentucky at that time was Voice Correspondent Deedy Whittamore.The Make-Up Ring
by Deedy Whittamore
It is never pleasant to report a fire, especially in our industry when it usually means the loss of much-loved animals. The H.E. Powell barn, located in Winchester, Ky was the site of such a tragedy on March 6, at 9:45 p.m. The Powell barn, managed by well-known David and Rebecca Farris, had rented stalls to the public over the past twelve years. When the fire was spotted a neighboring IGA Food Store sent stock boys to assist in saving the horses. Of twenty-five head, eight were lost.
Plans are to rebuild the barn and continue the showing of good horses! Central Ky exhibitors will miss these horses: Shadow's Co-Pilot, a top pony; Bandolero, a previous high point show pleasure horse; Red Pepper, the perfect lead-line mount; horses owned by Paul Merrit and Prater Fisher Jr.; a good owner-amateur horse owned by Velmont Hall; and a walking mare owned by Rick Hall. Also lost in the blaze was a quarter horse filly. The Make-Up Ring wishes Mr. Powell the best of luck as he undertakes the rebuilding process.
Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Perkins and family on their newly purchased Pride's Generator. The current World Champion Two-Year-Old will be campaigned under the Black Gold banner with Gary Edwards continuing at the controls. Black Gold Stables has rapidly become one of the most respected facilities in our industry, and is owned by one of the most gracious couples!
March 3, 1979 was the date of the South Central Area Kentucky Walking Horse Association high point awards banquet. Much fun was shared by all in attendance and the winners are as follows:
Weanling: 1. Ebony's Tijuana, J. Fredrick & Bryson Smith 2. (tie) The Sportscaster, Mr. & Mrs. Jimmie Combs and Go Boy's Delight Son, Mr. & Mrs. Frank Brown
Yearling: 1. Another Ebb, Mr. & Mrs W.R. Doughty 2. Easter Celebration, Mr. & Mrs. Frank Brown
Plantation: 1. Sterling's Mr. Blue, Aircastle Farms 2. Judy's Cool Cat, Denise Lay
Show Pleasure: 1. Setting Sun's Rambler, Aircastle Farms 2. Handshaker, Kenneth Fletcher
Two-Year-Old Filly: 1. Another Ruby, Smith & Bailey 2. Another Shadow, Danny Webb
Two-Year-Old Stallion & Gelding: 1. Mary's Delight Prince, Howard Jones 2. Rose's Design, Grider Stables
Three-Year-Old Open: 1. Panola's 3-T, Glen Fields 2. Mack's Outcast, Herbert Moates
Junior 1. Ebony's Untouchable, Philip Brown 2. Threat's Charlie Brown, Wayne Cardin
Walking Pony: 1. Star's Perfection J., Cindy Smith 2. Major's Tinkerbell, Leigh Ann Stewart
Juvenile: 1. Sun Up's Damn Yankee, Frankie Jo Shelton 2. Sun Up's Debbie, Grant Jones
Ladies Amateur: 1. The Ambassador, Glenda Combs 2. Patent Leather Kid, Paula Forrester
Open Amateur: 1. Sundust Parader, Ralph Johnson 2. Sun Up's Damn Yankee, Joe Shelton
Walking Mares: 1. Heir's Royal Lady, Deberry & Stovall 2. Cloud's Cameo, Bill Franklin
15.2 & Under: 1. The Generator, Darrell Gillon 2. Dandy's Prince Bay, Patty Robertson
Open Stake: 1. Ebb's Eboneser, Gary Cook 2. My Grand Copy, Cindy Handy
Sportsmanship Awards: Juvenile: Frankie Jo Shelton, Lucas, Ky Amateur: Sara Philips, Bowling Green Ky. Professional: Joel Woosley, Bowling Green, Ky.
Cheerleader: Barbara Shelton, Lucas, Ky
Supporter of the Year: Jessie Stovall, Scottsville, Ky
Best Horse Show: Allen County Fair, Show Manager: Mr. & Mrs. Mike Poss, Scottsville, Ky.
Recently, I had the pleasure of visiting the Bill Bailey Stables in Russell Springs, Ky. Owned by Bill and Anne Bailey, this is one of the most popular barns in the Kentucky area. Bill can always be expected to have top horses in top shape! Mr. & Mrs. Powell Potts of Bowling Green, Ky recently purchased the five-year-old gelding Plum Right from Carl McWhorter, with Bill and Danny Littrell of Bowling Green as agents. Mrs. Powell plans to show Plum Right in ladies classes this season. Danny Littrell purchased a two-year-old Pride colt from Jimmy Joe Hackett of Carthage, Tn, and in return, Mr. Hackett purchased a three-year-old mare from Wink Groover. This mare has the looks and ability to become a blue ribbon winner, only one amange many that come from Bill's barn.
While I was visiting, Bill rode a sure nuf nice aged gelding that is for sale. This big, black strokin horse is well broke and would be perfect for amateur or juvenile. If you're in the market, don't miss out on this one.
Besides all the buying and selling, Bill still has time to ride. He anticipates his show ring debut of the 1979 season will probably take place at the Kentucky Spring Jubilee. Good Luck!
What a beautiful way to kick off the season with the Kentucky Walking Horse Ladies Auxiliary Kickoff held March 31, in Nicholasville. Kentuckky! Even though the weather put a "DAMP-er" on the outside, it in no way dampened the spirits of over three hundred horse lovers. Wilda Derickson is president of the Ladies Auxiliary which consists of forty-five enthusiastic ladies. This is only the second year for the auxiliary but by the reception it has received, the ladies will continue to play a major role in the Kentucky area.
Between breaks in the rain, a sneak preview of two-year-olds was held. Nine super walking machines braved the weather: 1. Pride's Easter Parade, Herbert Derickson for Harold Sigman 2. Barren's Mr. Fantastic, Herbert Derickson for H.T. Derickson 3. Ebony's Black Sun, Buddy Dick for R. Brown 4. Pride's Lady Rhythm, Buddy Dick for Kenneth Wainscott 5. Another Red Delight, Billy Young for Ms. Betty Bailey & James R. Smith 6. Midnight's Red Chance, Alonzo Napier for Mr. & Mrs. Hughes Benett 7. Triple Threat Jr.. G.L. , Conrad Long for Gene Lowery 8. Sportin Around, Ronnie Vincent for Drakes Creek Stables 9. Curry's Happy Lady, Mike Thomas for Dan Mullins
Barbeque with all the fixins and cakes, cakes, cakes were certainly enjoyed along with entertainment provided by Vernon Rainwater on guitar and Libb Wilson on piano. Later, a film of the 1978 Celebration was shown and the excitement could be felt in the air. This excitement certainly carried over into the auction of many items donated such as lamps, country hams, tack, tires, a coon dog, stud fees, riding suits, cakes, etc. The auction was well received and much money was made.
Here's a remnder to exhibitors in the Kentucky area to give me a call at 606/987-6218 if there is a horse sold, a new horse to enter your barn, or you would like to gab about horses in general. I would like to hear from you and to include you and yours in this column. Until then...............
Good Luck in the Makeup Ring!
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