Once we got our cue, I urged Jim toward the wagon. Thursday, April 29. Studio. However, there are a few instances where the cast is seen riding their own horses. Please reset your password. Alonzo- I assume nothing. His body lay in state in the chapel for two days, with a uniformed honor guard and, out front, Carey's horse Sunny. See the movie This browser does not support getting your location. Joe D was the primary horse for James Drury, Joe or Big Joe was his double horse, a retired roping horse, who was not as refined as Joe D for head shots, but a super athlete. That was his character's name, but Blue Boy's real name was Bosco. The business was founded by Clarence "Fat" Jones in 1912 when he provided horses for a Pathe Films western. Today, the equestrian community remains strong and committed to the protection of horses nationwide. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Because the show would be filmed in color, the horses had to be easily discernible on screen to viewers. Roy named the horse Trigger. Fat Jones Stables, Hollywood, California, United States of America: Bonanza: Cochise: Paint, 15.3 hands, 1150 pounds: Quarter Horse: Joseph "Little Joe" Cartright: Fat Jones Stables, Hollywood, California, United States of America: Thirteen different horses were used as riding and stunt horses in the role of Cochise: Bonanza: Ginger: Eric "Hoss . Each one had a distinct color and pattern, reflecting the personalities of the riders. 'Fat Jones Stables' in North Hollywood provided the iconic Horses of "Bonanza". Would you believe that Joe and I were featured on the front cover of "Bonanza Gold Magazine?" My grandfather was Al Hudkins. Nobody was ever arrested for the stabbing death of the Bonanza horses stabled at Fat Jones Stables in North Hollywood. Originally located in Edendale (which today is Silverlake), the Stables moved to North Hollywood in the '20s. FAT JONES STABLES, INC. in California | Company Info & Reviews Company Information Sponsored Links Company Contacts This company has not listed any contacts yet. But he did tell me about his poker parties at the house with famous movie and TV cowboys in the 40s and his teaching John Wayne and others how to do stunts on horses. Comments & Info from: Is Leslie Nielsen related to James Arness? []FORGOTTEN HOLLYWOOD Ace HudkinsBoxer, Stuntman, Batman & Trigger The Movieland Directory[], Stu.I misplaced you email addyI think I sent you the photo I had of him w/HI HO SILVER. His name was Clarence Y. It was a big sorrel stallion called "Steel" and was owned by Johnson's father-in-law, Clarence "Fat" Jones, who ran one of the most successful horse-renting stables in Hollywood. I have no idea as to the real names of the horses Ben Cartwrigt (Lorne Greene) and James Arness (Gunsmoke) rode the same buckskin horse. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. "Joe" the appaloosa in the middle Clarence owned the Fat Jones Stables located in the San Fernando Valley in North Hollywood on Sherman Way. If this is so, I know McClure had at least Prior to the start of filming Bonanza, the four actors that were to play the Cartwright men, Greene, Pernell Roberts, Dan Blocker, and Michael Landon, all went to Fat Jones Stables to pick out the horses they would ride on the show. According to THE WESTERN HORSEMAN magazine March 1970 article "Sara Lane, Television's Cowgirl" (Sara portrayed Elizabeth Grainger in the series) Mr. Drury's filming horse was named Joe D. Mr. Dick Shane (who portrayed ranch hand Dick) gave this information: "The horse that James Drury rode on the Virginian was a gelding appaloosa named Jody, this was the main horse, the double horse to Jody was named Joe and Dell Combs owned both of these horses." Several years back I spoke with Boby Herron on the phone, in regards to my Stepfather Fred Kennedy. Maybe your husband played on it as a kid??? The location is now a series of low corrigated storage buildings. The Rev. Bobby (Robert) Herron was indeed Ace Hudkins adopted son. Stone "Doc" of the Gunsmoke series. He was done. Clarence had two brothers: Buff Jones (1896-1971) and Oliver V. Jones (1899-1955). He was a very experienced movie horse bought by Ben Johnson. Fred and Ben were great friends, along with Dobe (aka Harry Carey, Jr.), etc. English I LIVED ON THE RANCH FROM 1946 TO 48. Try again later. Hi Michael. It was located on Sherman Way, a short distance east of Lankershim Blvd. They sent a young actor named Michael Landon over to our place to try a few of us out, to see which one suited him best. (One of the venues that you might remember was Lake Tahoe.) Hi Michael, do you still live at 2306 Observatory Ave? They include Hop Sing, Sheriff Roy Coffee, Will Cartwright, Doc Martin, Jamie, Griff, Clem, Sam the bartender, Betty Endicott, Bob Miles, Dusty Rhoades & of course, the horses (Buck, Sport, Chubb & Cochise). Emily Johnny Grant who is now in charge of the Hollywood Christmas parade was Master of Ceremonies. TV star horse "Blueboy", We think the horse in Clarence owned the Fat Jones Stables located in the San Fernando Valley in North Hollywood on Sherman Way. Below are some of the names of the horses of Bonanza. It was located on Sherman Way, a short distance east of Lankershim Blvd. HI SYLVIA. Horse Fame is a free non profit service for the public. We have several movie vehicles from Hudkins, 20th Century and Fat Jones. I am black and white, like many-but not all-of my kind. 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. I ALSO REMEMBER WHEN PICKWICK STABLES BURNED. From the days of early Hollywood, the "Fat Jones" stables in North Hollywood provided horses to the movies from 1912 to the mid-1960s. Trying to postnot accepting my email addy. My dad told me that the trainer, who he thought was named Owen, had told him he was a brother to the Nebraska Wildcat. I stumbled onto this site after Googling Ace Hudkins, the Nebraska Wildcat. were? I think James Drury rode I was kicked off the Ranch the Day Forrest Lawn took over. Links of some more Famous Horses. That day, Lorne Greene met Buck. We have a hearse that was owned by Hudkins Brothersstill has the tag used to identify the vehicle when on loan to the the movie company. Thanks! Both of these horses were owned by Del Combs. I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR STUNT RIDING DAYS. I'd like to tell you all about myself! Special Oscar Chat, March 12! Thanks for the update though! Failed to delete memorial. 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. I saw the old Pickwick burn to the ground! This article has some confusion as far as Ace & Acey. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. We have many more horse drawn vehicles and one of the finest collections around..if you are ever in the Pacific Northwest..come take a look. I have mentioned in previous posts, we have several of Aces former horse drawn vehicles. The horses on the show Bonanza were famously rented from the Fat Jones Stables in North Hollywood. per person on Bonanza. He also was a fighter in Nebraska, and since his family is all gone and connot be confirmedI have reason to believe he came to California because of an earlier relationship with Ace Hudkins. More about As for Fat Jones.He had some very early movie horses that I am interested in. Ace lingered near death for two weeks at a Glendale hospital while receiving two blood transfusions, but somehow survived.On November 9th Hudkins was arrested after a drunken early-morning brawl when his friend David Chalmers father-in-law a huge San Pedro longshoreman took the gun he was still carrying and knocked him unconscious with it. He had him about 20 years. (Photo courtesy Kenneth Kitchen.) Reseeding and Renovating a Degraded Horse Pasture. Ace told my grandfather that he jumped over the bar to hit the negro, but the negro pulled a 22 revolver and shot him (Ace) in the stomach. "It was kind of an inside joke," Mitchum says. 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. His original name was I believe, Golden Cloud and was so named when Olivia DeHavilland rode him in Robin Hood with Errol Flyn, It doesnt say Ace named Golden Cloud Trigger. It says Ace named him Hi-Yo-Silver, an account confirmed on any number of historic website and period newspaper stores. Stars & Horse Stars photo The familiar sign which hung at the entrance to the stables. The cast of Bonanza was not known for riding their own horses. I can be reached at JLHINTURBO@YAHOO>COM thank you. Did Ace keep a photo scrapbook that he bequeathed to his family? I forget which one, Blue Boy or Two Bits was a paint horse or a pinto I guess is what Johnny said. Geni requires JavaScript! Year should not be greater than current year. By trade, I am a pedigree researcher and now a historian of some wonderful breeds of horses. You are correct, his weight wasnt the reason for his retirement. Thanks for any feedback. The tonier among Hollywood's equine set attend the Clarence (Fat) Jones Stable in North Hollywood which is, to horses, what the American Academy of Dramatic Arts is to humans, even if Fat Jones . Im his great-nephew and would like to know more about him if any of you remember him. I remember being frightened when I and Bill Ainsworth were in the barn where they stored the wagons and there was a hearse with a model of a dead body in it. Ben also started out as a wrangler and was Fat's son-in-law. The Courts of Remembrance section, Elevation 3B, Wall Crypt 254, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/65825360/clarence-young-jones. Comments & Info from: Local and General. It's a pleasure to meet you! More about it. *Rears head* Sometimes the Makeup Department tried to put makeup one of the stunt doubles to make him more closely resemble the riding paint used in the episode. 'Fat' Jones' horse Steel Steel was from horse trainer and stable owner Clarence "Fat" Jones. "He was intelligent and had an instinct for this business," Wayne once said of Banner. Johnny Crawford's horses. Dell Combs owned both of these horses." Carol was married to Francis Benjamin "Ben" Johnson (Movie Actor). The following July 16th he was arrested for drunk driving and speeding near Fresno. We would greatly appreciate any input or additional information. The last time Johnny saw Bosco was in 1976 when he appeared in an episode of "Little House on the Prairie". MANY MOVIES WERE STILL BEING MADE THERE AMONG THEM STILLIAN ROAD, A BOY AND HIS DOG, IT HAPPENED ON 5TH AVE. AND OTHERS. Mike Milstead. He had him about 20 years. (remember the AJAX laundry detergent commercial), the white horse who carried the knight who zapped everyone clean was there. Cartwright friends is the supporting cast of Bonanza. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Smiley Burnette, Guinn Wilson, Fred Kennedy, Gene Autry, and John Wayne. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Several miles from Forest Lawn Glendale. On January 10, 1932 he was charged with Assault with a Deadly Weapon in Los Angeles for punching T. Leonard Park, 38, in the head with his bare fist and fracturing his skull. 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." Im doing some research on some horses that were in the Griffith Park/L.A. Another interesting side is that Audie Murphy started me spelling my name the way it is now used, and Bobby was on a lot of Audies movies. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. The rest of your version of Aces history is crap. In October of 1964, some people broke into our home, while we horses (and our human friends) were sleeping. One of his most famous fights was a 1927 fight in New York, a knockout of hot prospect Ruby Goldstein. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Hi Kristine, Click on this link and you will see the obit. 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. Over its 14-year run, many horses (and actors) came and went, but Chub remained with the series from start to finish. Your facts are wrong. You can always change this later in your Account settings. The well known horse trainer became ill in Tucson, Ariz., over a weeks ago and was flown back to Glendale where he underwent surgery. Shamrock. They were in part, looking for horses that would look good on footage, filmed in color. LOOKING FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU. I would love to find some old pictures of our hearse in a movie and make it part of our display. By Heather Smith Thomas Aug 2, 2022. All thanks to the courts that forced Ace too Marry Bobbys Mother on a promise.She took him to court. I would also love to watch all the wonderful old Movies filmed on the Ranch. Two Bits was given to him in 1959 by a rancher he and Chuck Connors met in St. Louis. My email is [email protected] Douglas. A larger horse was needed to pull the travois, carrying Mike. The horse that Ben Johnson rode in this film was a famous movie horse used by many stars in many 1940s and 1950s westerns. The horse is named after the famous Indian Cochise. ", Regarding James Drury's New York 11367-2331 U.S.A. He lived there with his wife Mildred and their adopted son Robert Herron and rented horses, wagons, and cowboy gear to studios for westerns and the land for filming. Freds brother Roy was a wrangler for the studios. After the lengthy ride Rogers and the horse had become instantly attached, and although he was only making $75 a week at the time agreed to pay Ace $2,500 for the horse. His rental stables at 11340 Sherman Way east of Lankershim Boulevard in North Hollywood was where many movie horses were trained and kept. And they did a great job! The horse was called Duke, after the actor's nickname. Please enable JavaScript in your browser's settings to use this part of Geni. We are trying to locate relatives or archives of the stables etc. Appy had a more distinct Ace Hudkins was my grandfathers cousin. Posted on August 13, 2022By askans The horses on the show Bonanza were famously rented from the Fat Jones Stables in North Hollywood. Dice the movie star horse Virginian" series Northwest Carriage Museum. movie star horse Wiki User. You'd know about that more than me. 1935-1995 Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? "Joe" the appaloosa in the I believe it remains and unsolved mystery. James Jr., is your father and uncle Robert still living? Famous Mules and Burros too Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. RICHARDIN THAILAND. 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. Sometimes a bigger and stronger paint was required for heavier duty, like during the filming of "Bushwacked," in Patagonia, Arizona. I must say that its hard to figure out who I was neighbors with after reading all these reports. A system error has occurred. This is a carousel with slides. You would call me a "paint". Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? Greene chose a beautiful thoroughbred buckskin horse named Buck. I am also a grandson of Ace Hudkins. Who owned them? Ill try to get her contact. who played "Mark McCain", Joe D was the primary horse for James Drury, Joe or Big Joe was his double horse, a retired roping horse, who was not as refined as Joe D for head shots, but a super athlete. LOTS OF MOVIES WERE SHOT THERE AT THAT TIME. Cochise is Little Joe's beautiful Paint Horse with spotting pattern of white and black. It also states that his favorite was the horse that was Olivia DeHavillands mount in Robin Hood. He is being presented the Peesidents Award at the 2015 Taurus / Stuntmans awards this September, along with Hal Needham (posthumously) and Burt Reynolds. for films and TV productions for over half a century. Ace did not name the horse Trigger. (Fat) Jones was born September 21st 1892. Try and have a nice day. Ace Hudkins continued fightintg in minor competitions and boxed with other fighters who were in training until the end of 1941. and go home each evening to the Santa Clarita Valley, San Fernando Valley, With that said, I sincerely hope youre having a good Christmas. the photo's above are of "Two Bits", Comments & Info from: Ace was still doing stunt work in films as late as the mid-1960s. 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. Two were what many considered white horses.at one time they had spots on their white coatsmost of which faded, due to a roaning gene or greying gene. Curator Ive done a Google search and have all of those pics already. Unforntuately some horses died or had to put down. Post Ive been following your site for a while now and finally got the bravery to go ahead and give you a shout out from Kingwood (LogOut/ Buck #1 He was in his 60s, but looked like he was in his 80s or 90s before he died. Calico, Eddie, and Blossom were among the three . hehehe Bosco was in that particular episode Pure Blends Avocado Oil Plant-Based Butter. Mary Spooner. This sure takes me back, my friends You see, it was just before the start of a new television series, to be called Bonanza. Local arrangements were under the direction of Kiker Funeral Home. Here is Aces obituary. Hihavent written for a few years but thought Id update the group. Havins of Crane; Mrs. Wesley Black of El Paso, and Mrs. Ross Cunningham of Aransas Pass. I have many pix of TRIGGER, etc. Published by Henry Stone on November 29, 2022 Stable to the Stars For over six decades, from 1912 until they closed the barn doors for the last time in 1975, Fat Jones Stables of North Hollywood provided rental horses used for riding, driving and stunts for many Western shows and movies. WE LIVED THERE UP AT THE END OF THE ROAD AT THE FOOT OF MT. There is a great view of a stage coach w/Sonora Coach lines on it. The man is not telling the truth. Neither Guy nor Andy wear their traditional buckskins, Bill's horse is a solid black named Black Diamond, and Andy's name is "Jingle" with no "s" at the end. Lorne Greene Selected His Own Horse. They shu See more 187 34 Comments varnish mark on his nose and dark spots on his hindquarters. Douglas assumes that Ace Hudkins quit fighting after he was no longer a contender. The stable, called Fat Jones Stables, was sold at his death and continued to exist til some point in the early-mid '70s. Hosted by ellen! He stumbled back and tripped, falling on his butt. Comments and Info from: : John Stanley Update: December 2009 Fat Jones Stables was the top supplier of horses and horse wranglers to the movies for 51 years. Mr. Shafer said that at one time he had talked to Mr. Drury, and Mr. Drury had told him his horse's name was SUBSCRIBE: https://yusufcatstevens.lnk.to/subscribe & ENABLE BUY: https://catstevens.com/media/dvds/majikat-2003/Cat Stevens' Majikat - Earth Tour was rec. http://news.google.com/newspapers?id=sN9YAAAAIBAJ&sjid=ivgDAAAAIBAJ&dq=ace%20hudkins%20dies&pg=2683%2C992052, How interesting. They are my second cousins. A Fury Scrapbook 141-15 72nd Avenue might be "Buck" #3. (LogOut/ By the time of his December 2nd arrest a drunken rampage at his 416 South Burlington Avenue apartment building, headlines read ACE HUDKINS SOJOURNING IN CELL AGAIN. He's always been a good swimming horse. If you remember this pair, I can be contacted at. Ace lived in the LA area not in the Foster City area. Others, just dont understand the impact of Ralphs death on his father Ace Hudkins. The judge, seeing him for the third time in three weeks, sent him to the county jail for five days. Is there proof that Bobby Herron was adopted by by Ace Hudkins? Your website is useful. Dick Shane (who portrayed ranch hand Dick) gave this information: "The This is a really well written article. You want to know first-hand about Ace and his history with my Dad and Mildred? did not have these characteristics and appears to have been a stockier - I'm relieved to know I wasn't hearing things when I thought James Drury Hudkins claimed that he and a friend, Ellen Dorsey, were standing at an intersection when Park and a companion, Edward B. Martin, approached and insulted the woman. HISTORY Clarence Y. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. It's about angels that are sent down to Earth to perform miracles, and convince God not to destroy the planet. His death in 1973 was reported in all national newspapers, as were many evens throughout his life. Appaloosa horse's name in THE VIRGINIAN: In the episode "The Land Recent filings for FAT JONES STABLES, INC. I pushed him away from my front porch. A Mr Ed Scrapbook THANKS FOR YOUR ACCOUNT OF THIS AREA. While they were there, they picked out the horses that they would use on the show, according to History Daily. Ace Hudkins quit boxing after 1941. Famously, the Fat Jones Stables in North Hollywood rented horses for the Bonanza show. Stable to the Stars For over six decades, from 1912 until they closed the barn doors for the last time in 1975, Fat Jones Stables of North Hollywood provided rental horses used for riding, driving and stunts for many Western shows and movies. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Do any of you remember John Goodwin who worked on the Hudkins Ranch? Many have since passed away - and in several instances, their children, are running the remaining stables. OK.Hi Sam, Thank you for the kind words. The business was founded by Clarence "Fat" Jones in 1912 when he provided horses for a Pathe Films western. If you wish to contact me.I can be reached at: One more thoughtFred was also from Nebraska, Ainsworth, to be exact, where he did all sorts of stunts, such as having cars roll over his stomache, at rodeos and shows, etc. Orain and Owen sound similiar. https://www.omaha.com/eedition/sunrise/articles/nebraska-family-found-niche-with-fists-horses-and-stunts/article_a74d0f4b-02dd-5d76-b57a-f917dc09d279.html. son of "Lucas McCain" 1930 he lived with his extended family at 2302 Observatory Avenue in L.A.; his brothers Clyde and Art served as his managers. The name "BONANZA" is a registered trademark of Bonanza Ventures, Inc., and is used with permission. THESE FEW YEARS ARE AMONG MY MOST TREASURED MEMORIESOF MY CHILDHOOD. GREAT NEWS! After winning the lawsuit on April 2nd, Ace went out, got drunk, and was arrested for public drunkenness and fighting with the police. If that happens to you again, just try using another email. I met Ace Hudkins at the Hollywood Legion Stadium Matchmakers office in the early 1950s As a boxing fan I was really in awe of the man, especially at his physical appearance. I remember them moving to California so their dad could work with their grandfather. movie star horse Services were held at 2:30p.m. Kew Gardens Hills 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. As a child I got to meet some truly great people and wonderful horsesand now things are circling back to those years for me, meeting up with old acquaintances and/or their families, and sharing stories. Since then a growing number of homes What was Little Joe's horse? An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. He never mentioned his ranch, or his brother or other stories of his past, let alone his boxing days. FOR RENT TO STUDIOS. Originally located in Edendale (which today is Silverlake), the Stables moved to North Hollywood in the '20s. Equine Bits and Bytes To alonzo hudkins you are absolutley incorrect on your statement of my grandfather ace hudkins the famous boxer! Fat Jones Stables of North Hollywood supplied rental horses for riding, driving, and stunts for several Western shows and movies for over six decades, from 1912 until 1975, when they closed the barn doors for the last time. Ace Hudkins died on April 8, 1973 in Los Angeles and was posthumously inducted into the World Boxing Hall of Fame in 1995. In the trivia section he stated My aunt, my mothers sister, was married to the late movie actor Ben Johnson, and lived . and television shows because actors can perform in the "wild west" Learn more about managing a memorial . james arness had a bad back,he was able to ride him because of his smooth gates. The series was cancelled in 1973. You can tell us apart by the ratio and patterns of white versus black, on our bodies. That assumption is false. Blue Boy was his horse on The Rifleman. I wish he could have held on longer but, as Dan pointed out, the life he lead took its toll. 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