ARBA Bulletin 1960 Vol. 2, No. 2 – July-September
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ARBA Bulletin 1960 Vol. 2, No. 2 – July-September
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1960
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OUR GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY
1910 50 1960
YEARS OF SERVICE
THE VOICE OF THE AMERICAN
LRICAN RABBIT BREEDERS ASSOCIATION
CIRCULATION THIS ISSUE 10.000 COPIES
NOTICE OF MEETING A.R.B.A.
STATE REPRESENTATIVES
VOLUME TWO
There will be a meeting of all State Representatives present at the coming convention at Fort Worth, Texas.
The purpose of this meeting is to present and consider the many ideas received and from them formulate a plan of operation in order that this group may become a truly representative body of the American.
While all representatives have been contacted by letter very few responded. while it has been intimated that this group to a large extent had no idea what was expected of them, what their duties were. A few have used ideas of their own, have attended their local club meetings, have called attention to those present to the fact that the A.R.B.A, as the parent organization was interested in their problems, induced some to join. Representatives who are registrars have in various ways encouraged registrations. These are the few, the very few in fact who appreciate their appointment and take it seriously. With all representatives taking their appointment seriously there is no reason why considerable additional progress cannot be made, not only for the A.R.B.A, but the entire industry.
In the matter of making appointments several suggestions have been received, among them to consider local club suggestions as to whom they wish to be appointed to become a sort of go-between between their club and the American and in this way all concerned benefited.
By all means attend this meeting at Fort Worth, which will be held Tuesday October 11. at 1:30 P.M. and help get the ball rolling.
Edw. H. Stahl
WILL ROGERS COLISEUM GROUNDS Where The Rabbit Show Of The 37th Annual A.R.B.A. Convention Will Be Held.
CENTER—Flat Roof Building 78.000 Sq. Ft. Air Conditioned Is The Show Room„
TOP—Second Building From Right Is Where The Specialty Clubs Meetings. And The Second A.R.B.A. Meeting. Judging Conference. Etc. Will Be Held.
NUMBER TWO
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An American Rabbit Breeder's Association Publication
1960 — THIRD QUARTER EDITION — 1960
JULY - AUGUST - SEPTEMBER
ARBA
PAGE TWO
A. R. B. A. OFFICIAL BULLETIN
JULY-SEPTEMBER. 1960
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st.
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Louis 2. Missouri
JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1960
A. R. B. A. OFFICIAL BULLETIN
PAGE THREE
OBJECTS
“To maintain a registration and recording system — afford memberships to persons interested in breeding and marketing of rabbits and allied products — promote and conduct public and private exhibitions — provide judging systems — license its official judges and registrars — make and revise official standards — organize and assist local, County and state associations and specialty clubs — maintain information bureaus — furnish at cost, bulletins, guide books, booklets, posters, placards, supplies and textbooks to members and to the public — investigate markets — assist in securing legislation and publicity — hold annual conventions and meetings of its members and board of directors.”
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OCTOBER 15, 1960
JAMES BLYTH, Secretary 4323-B Murray Avenue Pittsburgh 17, Pa.
"MEET ME AT THE FT. WORTH CONVENTION OCTOBER, 10th to 13th, 1960"
Again it is time to be thinking about our 1960 National Rabbit Convention. This year we are honored to have the Good People of the Great State of Texas to act as Host. I know from experience that the People of Texas will have one of the best Conventions ever held for the American Rabbit Breeders Association.
In Texas there are many Local Clubs that make up the Texas State Association and from what I have seen and been told nothing has been spared to show you a good time. At this National Convention you will learn of the many business transactions that the A.R.B.A. Board of Directors has handled since the last convention.
You will see on display most all Breeds of Rabbits that are recognized by the Standards of our Association. You will see the improvements that have been made in our Rabbits since last Convention Show. Nowhere will you be able to see as many Rabbits under one roof as you will see at Ft. Worth. YOU WILL SAY—WHAT A WONDERFUL SHOW. I am told by the Convention Show Committee that they are expecting to break all records this year by having the largest number of entries ever in a Convention Show. It is not impossible for these Texas People to come up with 5000 entries.
I personally know each member of this Convention Committee and I know that they are working very hard so that you may enjoy your stay in their State. I have been in Texas on two different occasions since the last Convention and I have talked to some of the Committeemen and have learned of their plans and I know that they are not leaving a stone unturned to show
you a good time. I am well pleased with the progress that has been made and I am looking forward to one of the best A.R.B.A. Conventions ever held.
There will be something doing all the time. The World’s largest Rabbit Show. A.R.B.A. Business meetings. Business meetings of all the Specialty Clubs that are Chartered under the A.R.B.A. Meetings of some of the Local Clubs from different States. A big Banquet which will be attended by 700 or 800 Rabbit Breeders. The Committee has arranged entertainment of all kinds for your enjoyment. THERE WILL BE FUN FOR ALL WHO ATTEND. Oh! yes before I forget the Committee has arranged something NEW AND SPECIAL. I can not tell you what it is as I have been asked by the Committee to let it be a surprise but I will tell you this much it has never been done before that I know of at one of our Conventions so if you want it to be said that you attended the A.R.B.A. Convention where this Special happened be there and I am sure that you will be surprised as well as pleased.
Last but not least here you will be able to see and talk to many friends whom you have not seen for years and too you will have the pleasure of meeting many New Rabbit Breeders who are attending the Convention for the first time. Now is your chance to attend one of the best Conventions ever held by the American Rabbit Breeders Association. Meet and know your Officers they will be glad to take time to talk to you and help you all they can. I will consider it a personal favor if you will come up to me, shake my hand and let me know you. MEET ME AT THE CONVENTION IN FT. WORTH, TEXAS, OCTOBER 10th. to 13th. 1960.
Sincerely yours,
“Many thanks for your prompt shipment of our order.”
Signed, Jerry L. Lowder
Ev. STINEMAN • SOUTH FORK, PA.
President
American Rabbit Breeders Association
PRESIDENT DICK F. PARKER 4901 South Fifth Ave. Birmingham 6, Ala.
TOMMY ANDREW 74 Terrace Drive Shavertown, Pa.
OFFICERS FOR 1960
VICE PRESIDENT EDWARD H. STAHL 4601 East 95th St. Kansas City 34, Mo.
FRED R. APPLEGATE 1707 E. Carpenter St. Springfield, Ill.
ARBA
VERN ASHTON 1626 Oakland Parkway Lima, Ohio
OFFICERS
DIRECTORS
SECRETARY JAMES BLYTH 4323 Murray Avenue Pittsburgh 17, Pa.
BENNY F. HILL 1603 N. Roberts Amarillo, Texas
RAY GENTRY Box 6504, Leavell Woods Jackson. Miss.
OREN R. REYNOLDS J. E. ROWE OSCAR F. SCHULTZE
3438 MacArthur Road 200 N. Main St. Westport Avenue
Decatur, I11. Portville, N. Y. Norwalk, Conn.
TREASURER DR. MAX R. ANDREWS 1117½ So. Clinton Ft. Wayne 2, Ind.
ELLIS W. MURRAY 1714 West 106th St. Los Angeles 47, Calif.
PUBLISHED BY AMERICAN RABBIT BREEDERS ASSOCIATION 4323 Murray Ave., Pittsburgh 17. Pa.
PAGE FOUR
A. R. B. A. OFFICIAL BULLETIN
JULY-SEPTEMBER. 1960
WE WILL MISS THEIR GUIDANCE
During the past year, death has called many of those who were pioneers in the rabbit business. These men who have passed on have helped us greatly. They made mistakes sure, and these mistakes are helpful to those of us who are left to carry on this work. While these great men who were among us, working with us a short time ago are gone, they will never be forgotten for what they have left us to work with. Benefiting by the mistakes of the past, we should make good progress towards the betterment of the rabbit business. While we will miss the guidance of those who have passed on, it is gratifying to notice that we have some very fine young men and some of the older men coming on who will make history in the rabbit world. We have a number of new registrars started who are doing a real job and it is a real pleasure to work with them. Still other fine people are now working towards a registrar’s license. And quite a number of our registrars are now working towards their judge’s license. These fine people will make wonderful replacements for those greats who have passed the great divide.
It is very gratifying to note the interest of these fine people who will be serving our Association and the rabbit business in the future. We have a real struggle ahead of us because of so many other attractions such as golf, bowling, baseball, football, to say nothing of television and motion pictures which are attracting large numbers of young people who are seeking a hobby in these modern times. And the commercial raiser who is being driven out of the cities and town because of the rigid health laws. Let us fight to bring out the wholesome nutritious value of rabbit meat. Nor can we let the public forget that the raising of rabbits offers a relaxing hobby which takes us outdoors and gives us many interesting and fascinating problems in our effort to produce the perfect rabbit. It is interesting to note some of these young fellows who are falling in the battleline and putting their shoulder to the wheel to help the ARBA promote the raising of rabbits as a business as well as a hobby.
One of these young registrars who is just about ready to qualify to make application as a judge and I had the pleasure to talk to a short time ago had his young son with him and listened to our conversation very closely. In getting young father to discuss the Standard of Perfection, I was pleasantly surprised at the fine knowledge he had of the Standard and its application.
I am sure that a great number of us do not nearly have the understanding of the Standard that this young man has. After talking with the father, I turned to the young son, about 8 years old. We walked over to the Dutch Aisle in the show and the boy surely could tell what was wrong with Dutch and describe every marking, also tell about type and color too.
I am sure these younger registrars and judges will in time be well qualified to lead our judging staff in guiding the rabbit raisers in producing better rabbits for meat, fur and fancy.
The type of these new registrars and judges leads me to believe that the AR BA will grow and prosper in the years to come. To these new people who have qualified as registrars and judges, let me say it’s no easy task to carry on this work, but it’s interesting. I am sure all of you will enjoy the work and put every effort forth to make a better ARBA so that more can be accomplished for the American Rabbit Raiser.
See you at Fort Worth in October !!!!
Secretary
REGISTERING MEMBERS At The A.R.B.A. Booth. Left To Right: James Blyth, Secretary, Mrs. Otis G. Harris, And Mrs. Dick F. Parker.
A.R.B.A. ELECTION RESULTS - 1960
President* — Dick F. Parker 2143*
Vice President* —
Edward H. Stahl 1384*
Don Reid 916
Secretary* — James Blyth 2131*
Treasurer** —
Dr. Max R. Andrews 1766*
Herbert W. Layton 528
Directors*
J. C. Lowit 1688*
J. E. (Jack) Rowe 1431*
Vern N. Ashton (elected) 1419*
Tommy Andrew 1258*
Ellis W. Murray 1110*
Ray Gentry 1008
Marvin F. Carley 688
Harry L. Fisher 583
Harold McGovney 512
Joe Crawford 448
Harry J. Parmenter 429
Silas N. Gates 364
Total votes cast 2276
Ward Hatcher, Chairman
Election Committee
JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1960
A. R. B. A. OFFICIAL BULLETIN
PAGE FIVE
THE 1960 CONVENTION A.R.B.A. "GOLDEN JUBILEE"
COMPLIMENTS
ZANESVILLE R.B.A.
Meetings held 1st Sat. Each Month Community Hall, Gratiot, Ohio
President: H. R. Anthony Newark, Ohio
Sec’y-Treas.: Edna L. Andrews Rt. 3, Newark, Ohio
STANDARD HAVANAS
Best of Breed at the 1957 and 1959 National
1956 and 1958 Best of Breed was of our stock
Lee Owen & Mary Stamm Dakota, Illinois
“New 1960-1965 Standards of Perfection book will be ready for distribution July 1st. Cloth cover $3.00, paper cover $2.00 order yours now.”
COMPLIMENTS
OF
COLUMBUS RABBIT BREEDERS ASS'N., INC.
President G. A. BURKE Hilliard, Ohio
Secretary SAM HINAMAN 2380 Smeltzer Rd. Marion, Ohio
Meetings 1st Friday each month Gladden Community House Town & Hawke Sts. Columbus, Ohio
FORT WORTH TEXAS. October 10 to 13, 1960 Once again finds Fort Worth, Texas the Host City of the same association now known as the American Rabbit Breeders Association. How many of those present in 1929 will be a-mong those present in 1960? We know but two who The Good Lord willing will attend. One, Judge Oscar F. Schultze. The other, Edward H. Stahl. Mr. Schultze will represent the A.R. B.A. in the capacity of Director, and Mr. Stahl now as was the case in 1929 as this organizations Vice-President.
And so. The A.R.B.A, carries on. As the years past there are many new faces taking the place of those who for one reason or another leave the scene, some to the place from where there is no return, others lose interest in rabbits and thus fade out of the picture.
Now may we review briefly what has taken place in the 31 years between the two mentioned conventions. While considerable progress has been made there is a feeling in some quarters that there is still much to be done and as matters now stand it appears that some very important decisions will be made at Fort Worth.
State of Indiana New Zealand Breeders, Inc.
Charles Hutchens, Secretary Rural Route #2, Sheridan, Indiana
WHITE FLEMISH GIANTS * * WHITE NEW ZEALANDS RWB Seal Production Bred JOHNSON'S RABBITRY
Route 5 Coldwater, Mich.
DOWNTOWN FORT WORTH “COWTOWN TEXAS"
White Arrow Points To “TEXAS HOTEL" Convention Headquarters Where The Banquet And The First Meeting Of The A.R.B.A. Will Be Held.
FORT WORTH TEXAS. December 9 to 13, 1929 was the convention city of the American Rabbit & Cavy Breeders Association. The Judges were Reeder, Garlend, Rust, Fehr, Osborn, Stoner, Stodell, Kerr, Storms, Schultze, Griffin and Gilbert. This was 31 years ago. There are still some who remember the above named judges, some of them have passed on, others are no longer identified with rabbits or rabbit affairs, the one remaining in Judge Oscar F. Schultze.
We are apt to feel that what has proven successful in the past, will continue to function successfully, we should hang on to that which is good, make it work better and at the same time have an open mind to any and all suggestions. Who knows, someone may somehow come up with an idea that will be worth trying. We have heard, we have read about “objectives” and there are many. About “Constructive Progress” etc. many of the proposals and suggestions have been very good,
but it appears that there is always something that prevents the carrying out of any program because of two things that are necessary, one a detailed practical and workable plan worked out beforehand, the other, someone with the ability, the time and inclination to put them into operation.
TEXAS. The eyes of the rabbit world are upon you.
PAGE SIX
A. R. B. A. OFFICIAL BULLETIN
JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1960
OCTOBER 10 TO 13 INCLUSIVE, FORT WORTH TEXAS
Fort Worth's Main Street Looking North To The Tarrant County Courthouse. This Historic Street Is Lined With Fine Hotels, Shops and Restaurants.
Cowtown, U.S.A. Your Host 1960
By the time you read this most of you will have already made your plans to attend or not attend the “Golden Jubilee” convention. A.R.B.A, is fifty years old and we here in ‘Cowtown’ Texas are very proud to have been selected as the site for such a historical event. We have the facilities here and have tried to plan as nice if not the best convention we have ever had. In past articles here in the bulletin and also in the magazines there has been a lot of bragging and a lot of blood and thunder but we have only been trying to attract attention so that more would direct their thoughts toward attending our convention. Some of the bragging was hot air and some was not, we hope that we can live up to the truths and the bragging alike only, time will tell.
For the folks who have been slow in getting in their hotel and banquet reservations we can take these up to two weeks before your arrival date and still give you confirmations on the rooms. We can go up until the day of the banquet but would appreciate it very much if they were in early. Follow the Golden Rule and send in your reservations to us the same as you would if you were the reservation chairman. Mrs. Doris Jones of 6205 Guilford, Ft. Worth, Texas will be ready, willing and able to handle them. All she asks is get them to her
in time to do something about it. She will try and get you exactly what you want. If you are late and want one real bad then call her (paid) at JE 5-7910.
For the folks staying in the Motels we have tried in almost every case to place you on U.S. Highway 80. That is the street the show bams are on. It is also near the Freeway for those who want to use it, Texas State Highway 550. For those staying in Texas Hotel convention headquarters, if you come in from the east get off the Hwy. 80 at Commerce or Main. If you come in on Hwy. 80 from the west get off at Cherry and proceed to 7th and on to the Hotel. If you come in from the south on Hwy. 81 it will be the same as Hwy. 80 and if you come in from any other director then get on Main Street and you will find the Texas Hotel easily.
Go to the headquarters hotel and also to the barns to drop your rabbits off before you come on down town. Use those FREEWAYS they save time and worry.
A.R.B.A. BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETINGS with President Parker presiding, the first two will be on Saturday and Sunday October 8th and 9th at 10:00 A.M. in the Oak Room of the Texas Hotel. The third and final A.R. B.A. BOARD MEETING will be at 1:00 P.M. on October 13th in the show room.
J. F. “JIM” Butler, Superintendent, 37th A.R.B.A. Convention — State Representative at Large.
The state representatives will meet with Vice President Stahl presiding. In the show room on Tuesday, October 11th at 1:30 P.M.
The local club secretaries will meet with Mr. James Blyth on Tuesday October 11th at 10:30 A.M. in the show room.
Mr. Parker will meet with local club presidents on Tuesday October 11th at 10:00 A.M. in the show room.
The Scientific and Educational Panel will be in the Show room starting at 2:30 P.M. and lasting the rest of the day and will be moderated by Roscoe Cuozzo.
The Judges Conference will start at 8:30 A.M. in the show room and last the rest of the morning Thursday October 13 th and will be presided over by Pres. Parker.
The A.R.B.A, registration desk will open at 1:30 P.M. in the lobby of the Texas Hotel and here we would like to urge everyone to be sure and register then if possible. If not it will open again at 8:30 A.M. Monday October 13th in the A.R.B.A, booth at the show room. We are especially anxious for everyone visiting the convention to
(Continued on page 7)
JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1960
A. R. B. A. OFFICIAL BULLETIN
PAGE SEVEN
1960 A.R.B.A. CONVENTION AND RABBIT SHOW 1960
By R. B. Hopkins. General Manager
SOMETHING THAT CAN’T BE REPEATED TOO OFTEN IS THE NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF THE FOLKS THAT HANDLE THE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS IN A NATIONAL CONVENTION. BY HAVING THE RIGHT NAME AND THE RIGHT ADDRESS THEY CAN BE CORRESPONDED WITH DIRECT AND YOUR INQUIRIES WILL GET PROMPT ATTENTION.
GEN. MANAGER — R. B. ‘Hop’ Hopkins, 5909 Midway, Ft. Worth Tex. TE 4-0198 GEN. SECRETARY — D. E. Geddes, Arcadia Park, Texas GEN. SUPERINTENDENT — Jim Butler, 5 RFD, Adkins, Texas ADVERTISING, BOOTH SPACE — W. D. Parsons, 4000 Beverly Dr., Waco, Tex. ALL RESERVATIONS — HOTEL, MOTEL, BANQUET, LA FIESTA —
Mrs. Doris Jones, 6205 Guilford, Ft. Worth, Texas DEADLINE ON HOTEL RESERVATIONS — October 1st 1960 DEADLINE ON BANQUET and PARTIES — 12:00 Noon, Day of Event DEADLINE ON RABBIT ENTRIES — September 20th, Midnight (Must be Mailed Air Mail if Mailed on this Date)
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE 37th A.R.B.A. Convention — Ft. Worth. Texas
Sat. Oct. 8th — CHECK IN RABBITS ALL DAY.
10:00 A.M. A.R.B.A. Board of Directors Meeting Texas Hotel (Oak Room)
Sun. Oct. 9th — CHECK IN RABBITS ALL DAY
10:00 A.M. A.R.B.A. Board meeting. Oak Room, Texas Hotel 1:00 P.M. Registration desk opens, Lobby, Texas Hotel Mon. Oct. 10th — 8:15 A.M. All breed chairmen, breed secretaries, Judges
Meet in Room “A” Small Building with General Secretary, D. E. Geddes
8:30 A.M. Registration desk opens, A.R.B.A. Booth Show Room
8:45 A.M. Formal Opening of the 1960 Convention 9:00 A.M. Rabbit Judging Begins (Breed Schedule Later) Specialty Club Meetings Begin (Those not being judged)
5:00 P.M. Cease Judging to Prepare for Banquet 7:00 P.M. A.R.B.A. Banquet, Crystal Ballroom, Texas Hotel Prominent Speakers, Crowning of Youth Queen, etc. After the Banquet - dancing parties, who-when-where ever you choose.
Tues. Oct. 11th — 8:00 A.M. Resume Rabbit Judging
Specialty Club Meetings
10:00 A.M. Meeting local club presidents with Pres. Parker
10:30 A.M. Meeting local club secretaries with Mr. Blyth 1:30 P.M. A.R.B.A. State Representatives with V.P. Stahl 2:30 P.M. Scientific and Educational Panel Small Building, Mr. Roscoe Cuozzo 8:00 P.M. 1st A.R.B.A. Business Meeting
Texas Hotel, Crystal Ballroom, Pres. Parker After the meeting dancing parties who-when and where ever you choose.
Wed. Oct. 12th 8:00 A.M. Breakfast Meeting of A.R.B.A. Committee Chrm.
with Pres. Parker, Texas Hotel 9:00 A.M. Tour of City Starts, Texas Hotel & Show Bams 9:30 A.M. Commercial Department Demonstration Tommy Andrew in Charge
11:00 A.M. Final Meeting all breed chrm. with D. E. Geddes 1:30 P.M. 2nd A.R.B.A. Business Meeting, Pres. Parker Room “A” Small Building
7:00 P.M. DF and FD Initiations, Western Hills Hotel 8:00 P.M. LaFiesta Celebration & Dance, Western Hills Hotel
Thurs. Oct. 13th — 8:00 A.M. Judges Conference, Small Building, Pres. Parker 1:00 P.M. Final A.R.B.A. Meeting, Show Room, Pres. Parker 7:00 P.M Farewell Party, Texas Hotel Mezzanine There will be other activities added and some changed.
This is only a tentative schedule.
R. B. "HOP” Hopkins, General Manager, 37th A.R.B.A. Convention.
Often asked what the R.B. stands for and the reply is generally “RABBIT BREEDER.” “Hop” started raising rabbits as a youngster back in 1918 but as most kids other things got in the way like school, football, World War II, Korea and earning a pilots license. Then in 1946 got back to rabbits again after settling down at home in Fort Worth.
Hop is department superintendent of rabbits at the Southwestern Exposition and Fat Stock Show each year, was general manager of the Rabbit Roundups before consolidating it into the Fat Stock Show.
Joined American in 1948 and earned his registrars license in 1950 and after a stretch in Korea came home and earned his judges license. Has judged shows all over Texas with some in Oklahoma, Missouri, Arkansas and Louisiana. Judged New Zealand Whites at the Little Rock Convention and makes every show possible when not judging.
Has raised most every breed in the book and the only reason he hasn’t raised those is because he couldn’t get breeding stock. Specializes in New Zealand, Dutch, Beverns, Champagnes, Chinchillas and Californians.
Has bit off a big chunk in bragging that Ft. Worth convention will be the largest and best ever. We shall see.
COWTOWN (Continued from page 6) register. It is with these registrations that we will be able to go to the chamber of commerce to show them how many folks visit Fort Worth and have some kindling to build a big fire with the next time we want to invite A.R.B.A, back for a convention. So be sure and register, (at least once).
The First A.R.B.A. BUSINESS MEETING will be Tuesday night 8:00 P.M. October 11th in the Crystal Ball Room, Texas Hotel with Pres. Parker presiding. The second will be Wednesday October 12th in the Small Show Room across the street from the Show and will start at 1:30 P.M. and last as long as necessary. Pres. Parker will preside.
The A.R.B.A, banquet, the crowning of the A.R.B.A. Youth Club Rabbit
Queen will be held on Monday night at Crystal Ball Room Texas Hotel starting at 7:00 P.M.
The D-F and F-D Party will be at 7:00 P.M. in the Ming and Jade Rooms of the Western Hotel, Wednesday evening October 12th. This will last until 8:00 P.M. when the big celebration will start. LaFiesta will be the big entertainment night of the convention, will start at 8:00 P.M. and last until the dancers get tired. The same ticket
will be good for both events that night.
There are some things that I have not listed but they will be included in the schedule section of the catalog. At this writing and to get this article to Mr. Edw. Stahl in time to get it to the printer and not hold up the whole BULLETIN it is impossible to get all the loose ends into this writing. Amigos, I keep my two eyes open looking fer ya at the 1960 convention. Hasta La Vista.
PAGE EIGHT
A. R. B. A. OFFICIAL BULLETIN
JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1960
Resolutions to be considered at 1960 convention in Fort Worth
The following Resolutions will be presented to the members and Delegates at Fort Worth for them to consider. The Resolutions are printed each year 30 days before the convention opens to give all the A.R.B.A, members time to read them and discuss them with other breeders and members of the local clubs.
The Committee has not changed the resolutions in any way. We are presenting them just as we received them. We hope that every Chartered Club will set aside part of the September meeting to discuss the resolutions. Each Delegate will be allowed one vote for himself but each chartered club will also be allowed one vote. If no member of your club is going to attend the convention you may appoint any member any place in the nation to cast your vote. The Secretary of the local club should write a letter to secretary Blyth naming the appointed Delegate. Your letter should be signed by the local club President and Secretary.
Resolutions are presented to improve or change the Constitution of the A. R.B.A. We must all abide by the constitution and By-Laws. You as a Delegate or as an appointed representative of a chartered club will have the opportunity to express your wishes by your vote.
The Committee asks you to consider these resolutions carefully. Ask yourself this question “will it improve or retard the A.R.B.A, if adopted?” The decision is YOURS.
Signed,
E. C. Bickley, J. F. Butler, M. F. Carley, Ray Gentry, Don Reid and E. W. Murray.
RESOLUTION NO. 1
WHEREAS, the cost of paper, postage, printing and clerical help have all increased since the show sanction fees were set.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that chartered clubs wishing to hold official A.R.B.A, sanctioned show shall apply for sanction to the A.R.B.A. Secretary. The cost of the sanctioned approved show shall be five cents on each entry EXCEPT fur entries. The secretary of the show requesting sanction shall make a report and remit five cents for each entry within 30 days from the closing day of the show. Clubs failing to file the report and to remit the five cents shall have any future requests for a sanction for a show referred to the Board of Directors. Furthermore paragraph 8 of section 2, article 2 of the By-Laws be deleted and the above be inserted in lieu thereof. SIGNED BY 25 MEMBERS OF THE A.R.B.A.
RESOLUTION NO. 2
WHEREAS, it is the desire that the members of the Board of Officers and Directors of this association represent all sections of the country.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that only one member of the A.R.B.A, can serve on the BOARD from any one state. If several members seek office from one state and more than one qualifies for office by requiring the votes the one who receives the
highest vote shall be declared elected and seated on the board. This resolution shall not be binding on those now holding office. It shall apply to future elections. Furthermore if this is adopted it shall become section 7 of article 7 of the Constitution.
SIGNED BY 25 MEMBERS OF THE A.R.B.A.
RESOLUTION NO. 3
WHEREAS, it has become more and more important that the officers of the chartered clubs be fully informed of the Constitution, By-Laws and show rules of the A.R.B.A.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the 2nd paragraph of section 2. article 2 of the By-Laws be deleted and the following inserted in lieu thereof. No charter shall be granted a local organization which does not have five or more members in good standing with this association: the president, vice-president, secretary and treasurer shall be a member of the A.R.B.A, or join at the time they are elected. SIGNED BY 25 MEMBERS OF THE A.R.B.A.
RESOLUTION NO. 4
WHEREAS, Article II, Section 1, of the Constitution, better identified as the Object of the American Rabbit Breeders Association states towit: To promote, encourage, and develop the rabbit and cavy industry in accordance with the purpose and aims as outlined in the articles of incorporation to the mutual benefit of all concerned.
WHEREAS Article VI, Section 1, of the Constitution, better identified as Officers of the American Rabbit Breeders Association, states in part towit: The elective officers of this Association, shall be: President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer, and Board of Directors consisting of Nine members (and all other officers) who shall be elected annually, by and from the membership. In the election of the Board of Directors, five to be elected for two-year terms on odd years, and four for two year terms on even years.
WHEREAS, to conform with Article II, Section 1, to promote, encourage, and develop the rabbit and cavy industry to its fullest.
WHEREAS, to develop said rabbit and cavy industry to fullest on National scale is a necessity if we are to gain true industry stature.
BE IT RESOLVED, that American Rabbit Breeders Association at annual meeting assembled, direct the President of said Association to appoint a committee of 5 duly qualified members of said Association to investigate, examine, advise and recommend to President and Board of Directors, means and methods of impartial nomination and election of members to the Board of Directors of the American Rabbit Breeders Association.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, said committee to be known as American Rabbit Breeders Association Committee on Equitable Representation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said Committee be appointed from members present at National Convention assembled 1960, not to include any officer or director to said Association. Chairman of said Com-
mittee to be elected by and from Committee membership by the 5 members so appointed by the President, at next day following the Committee appointment. Said Chairmanship meeting to be held in any event at and part of 1960 Convention.
Said Committee to be further directed to make reports and recommendations to Committee Chairman in writing on January 1, April 1, and July 1 of 1961, with Chairman to make progress reports to President January 1, and July 1, 1961. Committee is further directed to present Resolution in proper form for consideration and action at annual meeting of American Rabbit Breeders Association duly assembled at 1961 Convention.
SIGNED BY 25 MEMBERS OF THE ARBA
RESOLUTION NO. 5
WHEREAS, Article VII, Section 5, of the Constitution better identified as Duties of Officers, Board of Directors, states towit: The Board of Directors shall have charge of the various business transactions and authorize the expenditure of moneys by and for the Association; pass on any and all special legislative matters found desirable and not in conflict with or provided by this instrument; it shall have the power to make contracts in the name of the Association when so needed in the promotion of the work of any or all departments as may hereafter be provided for; see that the Secretary’s and Treasurer’s books are audited at end of our fiscal year, also upon retiring from office. This audit is to be performed by a competent Certified Public Accountant, to be selected by the Board of Directors. The expense of such audit to be paid from the general funds of the Association.
WHEREAS, such duties are for the Association in general and the membership in particular.
WHEREAS, our membership composition includes the 50 States, the provinces of Canada, plus various and sundry territorial possessions and other sovereign countries.
WHEREAS, representation is an essential and proper parcel of any given member.
BE IT RESOLVED, any given State, Province, territorial possession or sovereign country be represented by a duly elected member to the Board of Directors for each 500 members in good standing in the American Rabbit Breeders Association.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, each 500 members from any given State, Province, territorial possession or sovereign country be authorized one Director if duly qualified as per Articles of the Constitution and duly elected as per Article VI of the Constitution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, no part or parts of this resolution can be construed or published to deprive any given State, Province, territorial possession or sovereign country of their due representation to and on the Board of Directors. Any State, Province, territorial possession or sovereign country with one to 500 members is authorized one Director if
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duly qualified and elected as per Constitution and 2 Directors are authorized if membership is 501 to 1000 and progressively 3 Directors if membership is 1001 to and including 1500 members. There is no limit or restriction to the number of Directors from any State, Province, territorial possession or sovereign country. The membership total is the sole determining factor.
The official membership count as published in the A.R.B.A. “Official Year Book” will be the certified membership for the next following election.
The present Article of the Constitution authorizing 9 members to compose the Board of Directors to remain intact.
Said Committee to be further advised to act wholly and completely for the national furtherance of the American Rabbit Breeders Association in particular and the Rabbit Industry in general. No thoughts, acts or recommendation of said Committee to hint or suggest anything biased, discriminatory or hindering the whole of the American Rabbit Breeders Association and its Constitution.
SIGNED BY 25 MEMBERS OF THE A.R.B.A.
RESOLUTION NO. 6
WHEREAS after due consideration and eliminative selection; a site for “The Agriculture Hall of Fame”, a private corporation has been selected; lands purchased, architectural plans formulated, and construction to commence.
WHEREAS, said “Agricultural Hall of Fame” is to be representative of all facets of agriculture, not the least to be the Department of Animal Husbandry, and related fields thereto.
WHEREAS, said site has been selected at Bonner Springs, Kansas.
WHEREAS, House Resolution No. 5789 was passed on June 10, 1960 in the United States Senate, has now become law of the land. Further that HR No. 5789 grants a Federal Charter to said “Agriculture Hall of Fame.”
WHEREAS, Mr. Jack Jackson, Executive Director, Agriculture Hall of Fame, 916 Walnut Street, Kansas City 6, Missouri is cognizant of current events and further plans of “Agriculture Hall of Fame”.
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, that American Rabbit Breeders Association, duly assembled at annual meeting 1960, direct the President of said Association to appoint a Committee of 3 members from the Missouri-Kansas area to promulgate, advocate, and instigate the inclusion of parts and parcels of the Rabbit Industry, as they are able in the “Agriculture Hall of Fame”.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, all officers, directors and members, write a letter of cooperation and assistance to Mr. Jack Jackson, This to ease the way and lend credence to Committee members when they make personal calls on the office of Mr. Jackson.
The President to designate Chairman of said 3 member Committee and President to further direct. The Committee at Washington to aid and abet to their utmost, and make frequent reports to President with copy to the Secretary as per Article IV, Section
9, of the By-Laws.
Said committee reports to commence December 1, 1960.
SIGNED BY 25 MEMBERS OF THE A.R.B.A.
RESOLUTION NO. 7
WHEREAS, the membership dues of the A.R.B.A, have been increased from $3.00 to $4.00 annually and WHEREAS, the A.R.B.A, is constantly striving to increase its membership through advertising and encouragement of breeders to join our organization and WHEREAS, the A.R.B.A, in addition to the dues of members, requires a charter fee annually for renewal of local club charters, without regard to number of A.R.B.A, members in the local club, then BE IT RESOLVED, that local clubs be favored at the time of club charter renewal by a reduction of 50% of charter fee for each member who is also a member in good standing in the A.R.B.A.
SIGNED BY 25 MEMBERS OF THE A.R.B.A.
RESOLUTION NO. 8
WHEREAS, At the A.R.B.A. Directors meeting, at the last National Convention, held in Syracuse, N.Y., it was voted by the Board of Directors to have the Organizational and Survey Committee draw up a resolution to have the word rabbit appear in all Specialty Associations:
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, under our By-Laws Article 2, section 4, the following rule be added as follows: On and after January 1st, 1961, all Specialty Associations except Belgian Hare must have the word Rabbit incorporated in the name of their association.
Signed by the Organizational and Survey Committee and 25 A.R.B.A Members.
RESOLUTION NO. 9
WHEREAS, the backbone of every local and specialty Club is the Secretary; and,
WHEREAS, they receive and send all club correspondence with the A. R.B.A. Secretary; and,
WHEREAS, as the By-Laws now read they do not have to be a member of the A.R.B.A.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that article 2 section 5, under our By-Laws that the sentence which reads as follows: “Local and State Specialty Clubs shall have at least 5 members in good standing with the A.R.B.A.; Furthermore an Officer or Director
must be a member of the A.R.B.A, when Charter is renewed or applied for.” Be changed to read; “Local and State Specialty Clubs shall have at least 5 members in good standing in the A.R.B.A. Furthermore the Secretary must be a member in good standing at the time of renewal or application for charter.”
Signed by the Organizational and Survey Committee and 25 A.R.B.A, members.
RESOLUTION NO. 10
WHEREAS, there are 26 National Specialty Clubs Chartered with the A.R.B.A, and of these 14 pay a charter fee to partake in the registration commission as provided in section 4 of article 2. 12 pay no fee.
WHEREAS, these Specialty clubs that pay no fee receive a charter yearly if they file a report. This makes an expense of filing, postage and printing for the A.R.B.A. These clubs are all listed on all A.R.B.A, application blanks and in all A.R.B.A, publications at the expense of the A.R.B.A.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that section 3 of article 2 of the By-Laws be deleted and the following be inserted in section 3 in lieu thereof. National Specialty Clubs with more than 100 members who do not wish to partake of the registration commission and National Specialty Clubs with less than 100 members shall pay a yearly charter fee of $3.00. The charter for National Specialty Clubs, local Specialty Clubs and State Associations shall be granted only on approval of the Board of Directors.
Signed by the Organizational and Survey Committee and 25 A.R.B.A, members.
Dr. Max R. Andrews
Sandy Flemish New Zealand White
1117 ½ S. Clinton Street FORT WAYNE, IND.
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REPORT OF THE A.R.B.A. COMMERCIAL RABBIT DEPARTMENT A BULLETIN EXCLUSIVE
By Tommy Andrew, Secretary
Fast comes the time when our A.C. R.D. rounds out its first two years of activities. In two short years it has established the American Commercial Rabbit Department as the largest organization sponsoring rabbits for commercial purposes. We wish to state briefly a few of the facts that establishes this statement as a fact.
The A.C.R.D. has had a total of over 510 members since its inception.
Over 1200 personal letters have been written by your Sect, in conjunction with developing your organization.
Thousands of handbills and circulars have been distributed. Hundreds of window signs and posters have been issued. Members have profited by one of our Director’s firms with a over $17,000 advertising program in the nation’s periodicals.
The Educational Research Dept, has issued several reports instigated by the A.C.R.D. to help solve the commercial breeders problems.
Articles of instruction have been issued on what to look for in a meat type rabbit and how to judge them properly.
Reports to the membership have been made each month via the trade magazines and the A.R.B.A. Bulletin.
Hundreds of letters written by various committee members of the A.C. R.D. concerning problems held by the membership.
Brochures have been made available to the membership for helping them to sell their wares.
A set of free loan slides on slaughtering and packaging have been in constant demand and have crossed the nation four times being viewed by various clubs at their meetings.
Many valuable specials and awards have been offered by the A.C.R.D. at the proving ground of one’s herd, the National Convention Shows.
Thousands of reprints and articles have been supplied to interested parties on ideas of merchandising and raising stock.
Many displays have been originated and worked out on such things as; packaging, marketing, raising and uses of domestic rabbit.
Market forecasts have been supplied which have been beneficial to all.
Sources of supply have been sent to many inquiries.
A firm set of Rules and Regulations have been adopted that makes the A.C. R.D. an organized part of the greatest association on earth, the American Rabbit Breeders Inc.
MUCH REMAINS TO BE DONE
The Executive Committee of the A.C. R.D. realizes that much is yet to be accomplished and have laid plans for many more progressive projects. A-mong these are a number of sets of display materials that may be loaned to various Fairs and Expositions; window displays that may be used on a long term loan basis; more economical and better packaging; problems on raising and housing; marketing and merchan-
dising procedures; clarification of our Standards of Perfection in the commercial classes; a system of raising monies for a national advertising campaign to the consumer; and many more too numerous to mention.
Our President Dick Parker has mentioned on several occasions that the future of the rabbit industry lies in the commercial possibilities of the industry. Therefore, it is imperative that the A.C. R.D. receives the support of the entire membership of the A.R.B.A. We therefore, urge all Judges and Registrars to join with us as well as all interested parties who in anyway receive any recompensation from domestic rabbits, by-products or supplies for the domestic rabbit. This includes those persons engaged in the fur trade, feed suppliers, processors, laboratories, raisers, fanciers and hobbyists. Only by a volume of memberships can the A.C.R.D. accomplish the good that is sure to arise by all uniting to develop the possibilities of the domestic rabbit to its fullest.
PLANS FOR THE FUTURE
Plans for the future are extensive. Many innovations and projects will be presented at the coming Fort Worth Convention for your A.C.R.D. WILL HAVE a large booth newly decorated with many educational features at this convention for perusal of all. Many other plans will be presented for consideration of the membership and are already worked up to the point were they will merely need to be put in operation. These plans consist of marketing, raising, herd development and improvement and many other phases of the industry of particular interest to the membership.
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I'LL NEVER FORGET
By Miss Sandra Kellogg 1960 Rabbit Queen
As convention time is nearing, and my reign as 1st National Rabbit Queen is about over, I’d like to send along a few words to the candidates for the 1961 A.R.B.A. Queen.
Being chosen last year was an unexpected and exciting thing. It has brought about many changes and has been an experience I’ll never forget. Receiving mail addressed to Miss A.R. B.A. has been thrilling. There’s always a feeling you’re known by everyone in the rabbit business From many of my old friends who don’t raise rabbits, it has brought much kidding and even a nickname, but even that has been an honor.
Maybe a few words of friendly advice can be of help to all of you when you’re standing up on the platform. Personality is important to everyone, especially you. Be yourself and try not to overdue in anything. People, especially judges, look for over-confidence. This gives them the feeling you’re sure no one can defeat you and many times you can be fooled and very disappointed.
Having your state and family behind you can make all the difference in the world to you when you are in front of the judges. I know myself, that even people you least expect to care really do when they see you come out on top.
THE KERN SISTERS BIG HIT AT "OZARK JUBILEE”
The Kern Sisters of Broken Arrow, Okla, members of the Broken Arrow Rabbit Breeders Assoc, and the A.R.B.A. Youth Rabbit Club recently appeared on the nationally televised Red Foley Show, the “Ozark Jubilee.” They appeared on the show the night of April 16. They sang three numbers "Funny Little Bunny”, "Easter Parade” and “It is No Secret” with Mr. Foley joining them in the latter number. Needless to say they were a big hit and have been asked back for another appearance. The girls Vickie, Bobbie, Beth, Shari and Joni have made numerous television appearances in Oklahoma as well as singing at Banquets and other occasions throughout the area. They sang for the recent National All Satin Show held in Broken Arrow sponsored by the Broken Arrow R.B.A. The group attend-
ing the Banquet were enthusiastic over the girls and the fact that they are A.R.B.A. Youth Club members. They exhibited at the National Satin Show in the Youth Division taking Best Red Satin. The girls live with their parents Mr. and Mrs. Dale Kern and grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Kern on an acreage northeast of the city of Broken Arrow, called rightly “Shangri La.” There Mr. Jesse Kern has a commercial rabbltry and Dale Kern has a caged egg laying farm. The grandparents are also active members of the Broken Arrow Rabbit Club. With a couple of Trophies already won the Kern Sisters are already looking forward to the fall shows so they can enter their Satin Rabbits.
Mrs. M. G. McCaskell, Secretary A.R.B.A. Youth Rabbit Club
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My brother acted very nonchalant the day before the banquet. But when he gave up judging in the youth contest, the day after, because he was too excited over me winning, I realized how much it really meant to him.
So in closing, I wish each candidate from every state all the luck possible and a successful reign as Miss A.R.B.A. “1961”.
Clermont County Youth Rabbit Club members of Ohio at the Hamilton Co. R.B.A. Rabbit Show May 15. 1960 held at Owens-ville, Ohio. In photo reading left to right: Back Row: Russell Hammaman, Tom Lear. Pres. A.R.B.A. Youth Rabbit Club and Fred Kipps. Youth Leader of Clermont Youth Club. Michael Tennison. Front Row: Arthur Mittendorf. Steven Ashley. Ricarda Tennison. Mrs. H. G. McCaskell. Sec’y A.R.B.A. Youth Rabbit Club
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Clem Steinhoff. President Walter Cook. Vice President Harry Schaar. Treasurer John Schmeckel. Secretary Phil Lohman. Member Harold Zdror.h. Member George Scheisel. Member
Write to John Schmeckel, 7239 So. 37th Place, Hales Corners, Wisc., for further information.
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Clarinda R.B.A.
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The Chips are down! You have been reading this phrase in our latest ARBA Bulletins, pleading for the help of everyone to boost the ARBA membership. Why do we want to sell more ARBA memberships? The answer, of course, is obvious. TO SELL THE PUBLIC ON THE RABBIT INDUSTRY. We must remember, with each new member acquired, we are putting in their hands, the Official ARBA Guide Book, which has incorporated the information and data the pioneers of the industry have developed for a period of fifty years.
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A small business can be well managed by one owner but it always happens that the opportunities for growth and advancement are greater than he can accomplish by himself. He must then induce others to share his enthusiasm and enterprise to capture this unlimited success and progress. This most certainly holds true for the growth of the ARBA and the Rabbit Industry in general. It takes salesmanship and effort on the part of each and everyone to make the ARBA a continued success.
Support the ARBA by advertising in the Bulletins and Guide Books and by the same token increasing your own sales of breeding stock. Publicize your club with constant advertising. We must remember, “THE FIRST STEP IN ANY SALE, IS THE OFFER TO SELL”.
A building, a machine or a tool is acquired for the benefit or service it will render. It is no different from the motive which induces the person to advertise. Selling represents the fence that separates what we have to sell from the benefits derived.
Wishful thinking has no place in the desire to build up the Rabbit Industry with a larger membership. It is the old saying that, “if wishes were horses, beggars might ride”.The human mind perceives what it is looking for and blind to what it is not looking for. If, as it seems certain, advertising is the first fundamental step in building up a much larger ARBA membership, then let’s give it much broader credit and support.
The beginners booklet has been a great getter of new members. We need the beginner for the growth of the industry and the beginner needs the ARBA. Back in history, some bright person discovered a better method of
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hunting. Instead of trying to catch game with his bare hands, he solved his problem by first making a spear. No doubt his friends thought him crazy to stop hunting and turn to spear making, but after a days work in making his spear, he was able to go hunting and kill more game the second day than he had ever killed in a week. The
knowledge of the Rabbit Industry wrapped up in the pages of the ARBA Official Guide Book, is the tool or spear that is needed by the beginner to be successful in Rabbit raising.
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A. R. B. A. OFFICIAL BULLETIN
JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1960
JUDGES and REGISTRARS
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Complete Standards of All Registered Breeds of Rabbits and Cavies. Standard & Registration Weights. 142 pages —42 Illustrations. Paper Cover $2.00. Cloth Cover $3.00.
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A. R. B. A. OFFICIAL BULLETIN
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JUDGES
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JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1960
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RR No. 2, BUCYRUS, OHIO Judge & Registrar
C. F. SIMPKINS
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P.O. BOX 34 KANSASVILLE, WISC. Registrar
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ROBERT TEMPLETON
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State Rep. & Registrar
DICK F. PARKER President, ARBA
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A.R.B.A. REGISTRATIONS
A Three Year Comparison January to May Inclusive Compiled from Published Records By Merle Palmiter
NONE REGISTERED American Blue or White, American Sables, Lops, Siamese Sables, Silvers, Viennas.
EDWARD T TOEBBE
RT. 10, BOX 304, LOUISVILLE 8, KY.
Judge & Registrar
WELDON WAHL
2501 DOUGLAS DR., W., MINNEAPOLIS 22, MINN.
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MRS. W. A. WEINHARDT
17990 BETHEL CHURCH RD. RT. 3, MANCHESTER, MICH. Registrar
TED WENGERT
2830 KINSEY ST. ROCKFORD, ILL. Judge and Registrar
O. D. WHITE
1813 24TH DRIVE DES MOINES 10, IOWA Registrar
JOHN A. WOLOS
20 BEECHWOOD PLACE WATCHUNG, N. J. Judge & Registrar
NOTICE New Contest Begins October 1, 1960 Ends September 30, 1981
Silas N. Gates, Kansas 111 Eugene Henry, Connecticut 54
Ray J. Grables, Michigan 95 D. E. Geddes, Texas . 49
John Hoblitzell, Florida 79 G. S. Davis, Iowa 47
William Myers, Illinois 78 Dr. M. R. Andrews, Indiana 46
Harold A. Johnson, Michigan ... ... 74 Fidelis Steinhoff, Wisconsin . 46
Earl Klubertanz, Wisconsin 74 Claude Bennett, Indiana 41
N. E. Hamilton, California 68 George Scheisel, Wisconsin 41
John McWethy, Indiana 65 John V. Anselmo, Massachusetts ... 37
Horace Curtis, Virginia 62 Don E. Lovejoy, Ohio 37
BREED 1958 1959 1960
Angoras 35 4 18 Up 14
Belgian Hares 0 0 3 Up 3
Californians 318 244 358 Up 114
Champagnes 82 80 92 Up 12
Checkered Gts. 33 16 45 Up 29
Chinchilla-Am. 78 46 32 Dn 14
Chinchilla-Gt. 59 34 10 Dn 24
Chinchilla-St. 14 5 12 Up 7
Creme D’Arg. 1 8 4 Dn 4
Dutch 80 83 63 Dn 20
English Spots 36 14 40 Up 26
Flemish Giants 93 88 144 Up 56
Havanas 40 4 10 Up 6
Himalayans 8 2 1 Dn 1
Lilacs 1 0 2 Up 2
N. Zealands 1113 1421 947 Dn 474
Palominos 2 0 6 Up 6
Polish 19 25 17 Dn 8
Rex 63 59 50 Dn 9
Satins 80 57 26 Dn 31
Silver Fox 4 6 7 Up 1
Silver Martens 26 16 31 Up 15
Tans 0 2 3 Up 1
William A. Myers, Illinois 72
Ray J. Grables, Michigan 64
Earl Klubertanz, Wisconsin 54
N. E. Hamilton, California 46
Horace Curtis, Virginia 45
John McWethy, Indiana 43
Harold A. Johnson, Michigan 40
Silas N. Gates, Kansas 35
Dr. Max R. Andrews, Indiana 34
Engene Henry, Connecticut 33
Joseph R. Nolan, Georgia 29
D. E. Geddes, Texas 23
H. L. Paden, Missouri . 22
John Phillip, California 22
REGISTRATION OF NEW ZEALANDS January 1 to June 30, 1960
JULY-SEPTEMBER, 19(50
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A REPORT OF THE ADVERTISING AND MEMBERSHIP DRIVE COMMITTEE
By Edw. H. Stahl, General Chairman
NEW MEMBERS January 1 To June 30. 1960 Membership Drive Advertising Plan
January to March Total 145 January to March Total 223
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6 Month Total 295 6 Month Total 372
Same Period 1959
6 Month Total 285 6 Month Total 409
January 1, to June 30, 1960 INDIVIDUALS
Coleman Glick, California 48
Edward H. Stahl, Missouri .........38
Melvin E. Behrens, New York .......18
Claude Bennett, Indiana ...........15
Marvin F. Carley, Vermont .........12
Tommy Andrew, Pennsylvania 9
F. E. Miller, Indiana.............. 5
• Harry Parmenter, New York.......... 5
C. P. Cruts, Colorado 5
Alven Evens, Florida .............. 4
J. L. Nicholson, California........ 4
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San Antonio R. B. Ass’n, Texas 4
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Augusta R. B. Ass’n, Georgia 2
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ARBA TROPHY AWARDS AT SYRACUSE, NEW YORK, 1959
By Max R. Andrews
Flemish Giant B.O.B Herbert Butterworth Sr. Buck Sandy
Flemish Giant B.OPP. James Kepner 6-8 Doe Sandy
Silver Martens B.O.B Frank Pandina Sr. Doe Black
Silver Martens B. OPP. Mrs. J. Weaver Sr. Buck Black
Champagne D’Argent B.O.B. Walter Schaefer 6-8-Doe
Champagne D’Argent B. OPP. Oren Reynolds Sr. Buck
Satins B.O.B. Harry Clark Sr. Doe White
Satins B. OPP. Joseph Simon Jr. 6-8 Buck Calif.
Californians B.O.B. Frank Svatek Sr. Buck
Californians B. OPP. Blue Ace Rabbitry Jr. Doe
Polish B.O.B. Edward Bender Sr. Buck White Ruby Eye
Polish B. OPP. Cooper Hillcrest Rabbitry Sr. Doe White Ruby Eye Black
Checker Giant B.O.B. Elmer Manlung Jr. Buck
Checker Giant B. OPP. Elmer Manlong Jr. Doe Black
Rex B.O.B. Boynton, Richard Sr. Doe Black
Rex B. OPP. George Scheisel Sr. Buck White
English Spot B.O.B. Lou Slavens Sr. Doe Chocolate
English Spot B. OPP. Miller’s Rabbitry Jr. Buck Black
Dutch B.O.B. Jack Boughton Jr. Buck Black
Dutch B. OPP. Bickley’s Rabbitry Jr. Doe Black
New Zealand White B.O.B. N. E. Hamilton 6-8 Doe
New Zealand Red B.O.B. George Krueger Sr. Doe
Standard Chinchilla B.O.B. Robert Rome Sr. Doe
Giant Chinchilla B.O.B. Edward Leppard 6-8 Buck
American Chinchilla B.O.B. Fred Stark Sr. Buck
Angoras B.O.B. Jane Booth Sr. Doe
Beverans B.O.B. Don Guthrie Sr. Doe
Palaminos B.O.B. Al Roerdanz Sr. Doe
Tans B.O.B. Alan Kacsur Jr. Doe
Lilac B.O.B. Carlton Gaddis Jr. Doe
Himalayans B.O.B. Don Lovejoy Jr. Buck
Havanas B.O.B. Lee Owen Stamm Sr. Buck
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OUR GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY
1910 50 1960
YEARS OF SERVICE
THE VOICE OF THE AMERICAN
LRICAN RABBIT BREEDERS ASSOCIATION
CIRCULATION THIS ISSUE 10.000 COPIES
NOTICE OF MEETING A.R.B.A.
STATE REPRESENTATIVES
VOLUME TWO
There will be a meeting of all State Representatives present at the coming convention at Fort Worth, Texas.
The purpose of this meeting is to present and consider the many ideas received and from them formulate a plan of operation in order that this group may become a truly representative body of the American.
While all representatives have been contacted by letter very few responded. while it has been intimated that this group to a large extent had no idea what was expected of them, what their duties were. A few have used ideas of their own, have attended their local club meetings, have called attention to those present to the fact that the A.R.B.A, as the parent organization was interested in their problems, induced some to join. Representatives who are registrars have in various ways encouraged registrations. These are the few, the very few in fact who appreciate their appointment and take it seriously. With all representatives taking their appointment seriously there is no reason why considerable additional progress cannot be made, not only for the A.R.B.A, but the entire industry.
In the matter of making appointments several suggestions have been received, among them to consider local club suggestions as to whom they wish to be appointed to become a sort of go-between between their club and the American and in this way all concerned benefited.
By all means attend this meeting at Fort Worth, which will be held Tuesday October 11. at 1:30 P.M. and help get the ball rolling.
Edw. H. Stahl
WILL ROGERS COLISEUM GROUNDS Where The Rabbit Show Of The 37th Annual A.R.B.A. Convention Will Be Held.
CENTER—Flat Roof Building 78.000 Sq. Ft. Air Conditioned Is The Show Room„
TOP—Second Building From Right Is Where The Specialty Clubs Meetings. And The Second A.R.B.A. Meeting. Judging Conference. Etc. Will Be Held.
NUMBER TWO
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An American Rabbit Breeder's Association Publication
1960 — THIRD QUARTER EDITION — 1960
JULY - AUGUST - SEPTEMBER
ARBA
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A. R. B. A. OFFICIAL BULLETIN
JULY-SEPTEMBER. 1960
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JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1960
A. R. B. A. OFFICIAL BULLETIN
PAGE THREE
OBJECTS
“To maintain a registration and recording system — afford memberships to persons interested in breeding and marketing of rabbits and allied products — promote and conduct public and private exhibitions — provide judging systems — license its official judges and registrars — make and revise official standards — organize and assist local, County and state associations and specialty clubs — maintain information bureaus — furnish at cost, bulletins, guide books, booklets, posters, placards, supplies and textbooks to members and to the public — investigate markets — assist in securing legislation and publicity — hold annual conventions and meetings of its members and board of directors.”
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OCTOBER 15, 1960
JAMES BLYTH, Secretary 4323-B Murray Avenue Pittsburgh 17, Pa.
"MEET ME AT THE FT. WORTH CONVENTION OCTOBER, 10th to 13th, 1960"
Again it is time to be thinking about our 1960 National Rabbit Convention. This year we are honored to have the Good People of the Great State of Texas to act as Host. I know from experience that the People of Texas will have one of the best Conventions ever held for the American Rabbit Breeders Association.
In Texas there are many Local Clubs that make up the Texas State Association and from what I have seen and been told nothing has been spared to show you a good time. At this National Convention you will learn of the many business transactions that the A.R.B.A. Board of Directors has handled since the last convention.
You will see on display most all Breeds of Rabbits that are recognized by the Standards of our Association. You will see the improvements that have been made in our Rabbits since last Convention Show. Nowhere will you be able to see as many Rabbits under one roof as you will see at Ft. Worth. YOU WILL SAY—WHAT A WONDERFUL SHOW. I am told by the Convention Show Committee that they are expecting to break all records this year by having the largest number of entries ever in a Convention Show. It is not impossible for these Texas People to come up with 5000 entries.
I personally know each member of this Convention Committee and I know that they are working very hard so that you may enjoy your stay in their State. I have been in Texas on two different occasions since the last Convention and I have talked to some of the Committeemen and have learned of their plans and I know that they are not leaving a stone unturned to show
you a good time. I am well pleased with the progress that has been made and I am looking forward to one of the best A.R.B.A. Conventions ever held.
There will be something doing all the time. The World’s largest Rabbit Show. A.R.B.A. Business meetings. Business meetings of all the Specialty Clubs that are Chartered under the A.R.B.A. Meetings of some of the Local Clubs from different States. A big Banquet which will be attended by 700 or 800 Rabbit Breeders. The Committee has arranged entertainment of all kinds for your enjoyment. THERE WILL BE FUN FOR ALL WHO ATTEND. Oh! yes before I forget the Committee has arranged something NEW AND SPECIAL. I can not tell you what it is as I have been asked by the Committee to let it be a surprise but I will tell you this much it has never been done before that I know of at one of our Conventions so if you want it to be said that you attended the A.R.B.A. Convention where this Special happened be there and I am sure that you will be surprised as well as pleased.
Last but not least here you will be able to see and talk to many friends whom you have not seen for years and too you will have the pleasure of meeting many New Rabbit Breeders who are attending the Convention for the first time. Now is your chance to attend one of the best Conventions ever held by the American Rabbit Breeders Association. Meet and know your Officers they will be glad to take time to talk to you and help you all they can. I will consider it a personal favor if you will come up to me, shake my hand and let me know you. MEET ME AT THE CONVENTION IN FT. WORTH, TEXAS, OCTOBER 10th. to 13th. 1960.
Sincerely yours,
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Signed, Jerry L. Lowder
Ev. STINEMAN • SOUTH FORK, PA.
President
American Rabbit Breeders Association
PRESIDENT DICK F. PARKER 4901 South Fifth Ave. Birmingham 6, Ala.
TOMMY ANDREW 74 Terrace Drive Shavertown, Pa.
OFFICERS FOR 1960
VICE PRESIDENT EDWARD H. STAHL 4601 East 95th St. Kansas City 34, Mo.
FRED R. APPLEGATE 1707 E. Carpenter St. Springfield, Ill.
ARBA
VERN ASHTON 1626 Oakland Parkway Lima, Ohio
OFFICERS
DIRECTORS
SECRETARY JAMES BLYTH 4323 Murray Avenue Pittsburgh 17, Pa.
BENNY F. HILL 1603 N. Roberts Amarillo, Texas
RAY GENTRY Box 6504, Leavell Woods Jackson. Miss.
OREN R. REYNOLDS J. E. ROWE OSCAR F. SCHULTZE
3438 MacArthur Road 200 N. Main St. Westport Avenue
Decatur, I11. Portville, N. Y. Norwalk, Conn.
TREASURER DR. MAX R. ANDREWS 1117½ So. Clinton Ft. Wayne 2, Ind.
ELLIS W. MURRAY 1714 West 106th St. Los Angeles 47, Calif.
PUBLISHED BY AMERICAN RABBIT BREEDERS ASSOCIATION 4323 Murray Ave., Pittsburgh 17. Pa.
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JULY-SEPTEMBER. 1960
WE WILL MISS THEIR GUIDANCE
During the past year, death has called many of those who were pioneers in the rabbit business. These men who have passed on have helped us greatly. They made mistakes sure, and these mistakes are helpful to those of us who are left to carry on this work. While these great men who were among us, working with us a short time ago are gone, they will never be forgotten for what they have left us to work with. Benefiting by the mistakes of the past, we should make good progress towards the betterment of the rabbit business. While we will miss the guidance of those who have passed on, it is gratifying to notice that we have some very fine young men and some of the older men coming on who will make history in the rabbit world. We have a number of new registrars started who are doing a real job and it is a real pleasure to work with them. Still other fine people are now working towards a registrar’s license. And quite a number of our registrars are now working towards their judge’s license. These fine people will make wonderful replacements for those greats who have passed the great divide.
It is very gratifying to note the interest of these fine people who will be serving our Association and the rabbit business in the future. We have a real struggle ahead of us because of so many other attractions such as golf, bowling, baseball, football, to say nothing of television and motion pictures which are attracting large numbers of young people who are seeking a hobby in these modern times. And the commercial raiser who is being driven out of the cities and town because of the rigid health laws. Let us fight to bring out the wholesome nutritious value of rabbit meat. Nor can we let the public forget that the raising of rabbits offers a relaxing hobby which takes us outdoors and gives us many interesting and fascinating problems in our effort to produce the perfect rabbit. It is interesting to note some of these young fellows who are falling in the battleline and putting their shoulder to the wheel to help the ARBA promote the raising of rabbits as a business as well as a hobby.
One of these young registrars who is just about ready to qualify to make application as a judge and I had the pleasure to talk to a short time ago had his young son with him and listened to our conversation very closely. In getting young father to discuss the Standard of Perfection, I was pleasantly surprised at the fine knowledge he had of the Standard and its application.
I am sure that a great number of us do not nearly have the understanding of the Standard that this young man has. After talking with the father, I turned to the young son, about 8 years old. We walked over to the Dutch Aisle in the show and the boy surely could tell what was wrong with Dutch and describe every marking, also tell about type and color too.
I am sure these younger registrars and judges will in time be well qualified to lead our judging staff in guiding the rabbit raisers in producing better rabbits for meat, fur and fancy.
The type of these new registrars and judges leads me to believe that the AR BA will grow and prosper in the years to come. To these new people who have qualified as registrars and judges, let me say it’s no easy task to carry on this work, but it’s interesting. I am sure all of you will enjoy the work and put every effort forth to make a better ARBA so that more can be accomplished for the American Rabbit Raiser.
See you at Fort Worth in October !!!!
Secretary
REGISTERING MEMBERS At The A.R.B.A. Booth. Left To Right: James Blyth, Secretary, Mrs. Otis G. Harris, And Mrs. Dick F. Parker.
A.R.B.A. ELECTION RESULTS - 1960
President* — Dick F. Parker 2143*
Vice President* —
Edward H. Stahl 1384*
Don Reid 916
Secretary* — James Blyth 2131*
Treasurer** —
Dr. Max R. Andrews 1766*
Herbert W. Layton 528
Directors*
J. C. Lowit 1688*
J. E. (Jack) Rowe 1431*
Vern N. Ashton (elected) 1419*
Tommy Andrew 1258*
Ellis W. Murray 1110*
Ray Gentry 1008
Marvin F. Carley 688
Harry L. Fisher 583
Harold McGovney 512
Joe Crawford 448
Harry J. Parmenter 429
Silas N. Gates 364
Total votes cast 2276
Ward Hatcher, Chairman
Election Committee
JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1960
A. R. B. A. OFFICIAL BULLETIN
PAGE FIVE
THE 1960 CONVENTION A.R.B.A. "GOLDEN JUBILEE"
COMPLIMENTS
ZANESVILLE R.B.A.
Meetings held 1st Sat. Each Month Community Hall, Gratiot, Ohio
President: H. R. Anthony Newark, Ohio
Sec’y-Treas.: Edna L. Andrews Rt. 3, Newark, Ohio
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COMPLIMENTS
OF
COLUMBUS RABBIT BREEDERS ASS'N., INC.
President G. A. BURKE Hilliard, Ohio
Secretary SAM HINAMAN 2380 Smeltzer Rd. Marion, Ohio
Meetings 1st Friday each month Gladden Community House Town & Hawke Sts. Columbus, Ohio
FORT WORTH TEXAS. October 10 to 13, 1960 Once again finds Fort Worth, Texas the Host City of the same association now known as the American Rabbit Breeders Association. How many of those present in 1929 will be a-mong those present in 1960? We know but two who The Good Lord willing will attend. One, Judge Oscar F. Schultze. The other, Edward H. Stahl. Mr. Schultze will represent the A.R. B.A. in the capacity of Director, and Mr. Stahl now as was the case in 1929 as this organizations Vice-President.
And so. The A.R.B.A, carries on. As the years past there are many new faces taking the place of those who for one reason or another leave the scene, some to the place from where there is no return, others lose interest in rabbits and thus fade out of the picture.
Now may we review briefly what has taken place in the 31 years between the two mentioned conventions. While considerable progress has been made there is a feeling in some quarters that there is still much to be done and as matters now stand it appears that some very important decisions will be made at Fort Worth.
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DOWNTOWN FORT WORTH “COWTOWN TEXAS"
White Arrow Points To “TEXAS HOTEL" Convention Headquarters Where The Banquet And The First Meeting Of The A.R.B.A. Will Be Held.
FORT WORTH TEXAS. December 9 to 13, 1929 was the convention city of the American Rabbit & Cavy Breeders Association. The Judges were Reeder, Garlend, Rust, Fehr, Osborn, Stoner, Stodell, Kerr, Storms, Schultze, Griffin and Gilbert. This was 31 years ago. There are still some who remember the above named judges, some of them have passed on, others are no longer identified with rabbits or rabbit affairs, the one remaining in Judge Oscar F. Schultze.
We are apt to feel that what has proven successful in the past, will continue to function successfully, we should hang on to that which is good, make it work better and at the same time have an open mind to any and all suggestions. Who knows, someone may somehow come up with an idea that will be worth trying. We have heard, we have read about “objectives” and there are many. About “Constructive Progress” etc. many of the proposals and suggestions have been very good,
but it appears that there is always something that prevents the carrying out of any program because of two things that are necessary, one a detailed practical and workable plan worked out beforehand, the other, someone with the ability, the time and inclination to put them into operation.
TEXAS. The eyes of the rabbit world are upon you.
PAGE SIX
A. R. B. A. OFFICIAL BULLETIN
JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1960
OCTOBER 10 TO 13 INCLUSIVE, FORT WORTH TEXAS
Fort Worth's Main Street Looking North To The Tarrant County Courthouse. This Historic Street Is Lined With Fine Hotels, Shops and Restaurants.
Cowtown, U.S.A. Your Host 1960
By the time you read this most of you will have already made your plans to attend or not attend the “Golden Jubilee” convention. A.R.B.A, is fifty years old and we here in ‘Cowtown’ Texas are very proud to have been selected as the site for such a historical event. We have the facilities here and have tried to plan as nice if not the best convention we have ever had. In past articles here in the bulletin and also in the magazines there has been a lot of bragging and a lot of blood and thunder but we have only been trying to attract attention so that more would direct their thoughts toward attending our convention. Some of the bragging was hot air and some was not, we hope that we can live up to the truths and the bragging alike only, time will tell.
For the folks who have been slow in getting in their hotel and banquet reservations we can take these up to two weeks before your arrival date and still give you confirmations on the rooms. We can go up until the day of the banquet but would appreciate it very much if they were in early. Follow the Golden Rule and send in your reservations to us the same as you would if you were the reservation chairman. Mrs. Doris Jones of 6205 Guilford, Ft. Worth, Texas will be ready, willing and able to handle them. All she asks is get them to her
in time to do something about it. She will try and get you exactly what you want. If you are late and want one real bad then call her (paid) at JE 5-7910.
For the folks staying in the Motels we have tried in almost every case to place you on U.S. Highway 80. That is the street the show bams are on. It is also near the Freeway for those who want to use it, Texas State Highway 550. For those staying in Texas Hotel convention headquarters, if you come in from the east get off the Hwy. 80 at Commerce or Main. If you come in on Hwy. 80 from the west get off at Cherry and proceed to 7th and on to the Hotel. If you come in from the south on Hwy. 81 it will be the same as Hwy. 80 and if you come in from any other director then get on Main Street and you will find the Texas Hotel easily.
Go to the headquarters hotel and also to the barns to drop your rabbits off before you come on down town. Use those FREEWAYS they save time and worry.
A.R.B.A. BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETINGS with President Parker presiding, the first two will be on Saturday and Sunday October 8th and 9th at 10:00 A.M. in the Oak Room of the Texas Hotel. The third and final A.R. B.A. BOARD MEETING will be at 1:00 P.M. on October 13th in the show room.
J. F. “JIM” Butler, Superintendent, 37th A.R.B.A. Convention — State Representative at Large.
The state representatives will meet with Vice President Stahl presiding. In the show room on Tuesday, October 11th at 1:30 P.M.
The local club secretaries will meet with Mr. James Blyth on Tuesday October 11th at 10:30 A.M. in the show room.
Mr. Parker will meet with local club presidents on Tuesday October 11th at 10:00 A.M. in the show room.
The Scientific and Educational Panel will be in the Show room starting at 2:30 P.M. and lasting the rest of the day and will be moderated by Roscoe Cuozzo.
The Judges Conference will start at 8:30 A.M. in the show room and last the rest of the morning Thursday October 13 th and will be presided over by Pres. Parker.
The A.R.B.A, registration desk will open at 1:30 P.M. in the lobby of the Texas Hotel and here we would like to urge everyone to be sure and register then if possible. If not it will open again at 8:30 A.M. Monday October 13th in the A.R.B.A, booth at the show room. We are especially anxious for everyone visiting the convention to
(Continued on page 7)
JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1960
A. R. B. A. OFFICIAL BULLETIN
PAGE SEVEN
1960 A.R.B.A. CONVENTION AND RABBIT SHOW 1960
By R. B. Hopkins. General Manager
SOMETHING THAT CAN’T BE REPEATED TOO OFTEN IS THE NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF THE FOLKS THAT HANDLE THE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS IN A NATIONAL CONVENTION. BY HAVING THE RIGHT NAME AND THE RIGHT ADDRESS THEY CAN BE CORRESPONDED WITH DIRECT AND YOUR INQUIRIES WILL GET PROMPT ATTENTION.
GEN. MANAGER — R. B. ‘Hop’ Hopkins, 5909 Midway, Ft. Worth Tex. TE 4-0198 GEN. SECRETARY — D. E. Geddes, Arcadia Park, Texas GEN. SUPERINTENDENT — Jim Butler, 5 RFD, Adkins, Texas ADVERTISING, BOOTH SPACE — W. D. Parsons, 4000 Beverly Dr., Waco, Tex. ALL RESERVATIONS — HOTEL, MOTEL, BANQUET, LA FIESTA —
Mrs. Doris Jones, 6205 Guilford, Ft. Worth, Texas DEADLINE ON HOTEL RESERVATIONS — October 1st 1960 DEADLINE ON BANQUET and PARTIES — 12:00 Noon, Day of Event DEADLINE ON RABBIT ENTRIES — September 20th, Midnight (Must be Mailed Air Mail if Mailed on this Date)
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE 37th A.R.B.A. Convention — Ft. Worth. Texas
Sat. Oct. 8th — CHECK IN RABBITS ALL DAY.
10:00 A.M. A.R.B.A. Board of Directors Meeting Texas Hotel (Oak Room)
Sun. Oct. 9th — CHECK IN RABBITS ALL DAY
10:00 A.M. A.R.B.A. Board meeting. Oak Room, Texas Hotel 1:00 P.M. Registration desk opens, Lobby, Texas Hotel Mon. Oct. 10th — 8:15 A.M. All breed chairmen, breed secretaries, Judges
Meet in Room “A” Small Building with General Secretary, D. E. Geddes
8:30 A.M. Registration desk opens, A.R.B.A. Booth Show Room
8:45 A.M. Formal Opening of the 1960 Convention 9:00 A.M. Rabbit Judging Begins (Breed Schedule Later) Specialty Club Meetings Begin (Those not being judged)
5:00 P.M. Cease Judging to Prepare for Banquet 7:00 P.M. A.R.B.A. Banquet, Crystal Ballroom, Texas Hotel Prominent Speakers, Crowning of Youth Queen, etc. After the Banquet - dancing parties, who-when-where ever you choose.
Tues. Oct. 11th — 8:00 A.M. Resume Rabbit Judging
Specialty Club Meetings
10:00 A.M. Meeting local club presidents with Pres. Parker
10:30 A.M. Meeting local club secretaries with Mr. Blyth 1:30 P.M. A.R.B.A. State Representatives with V.P. Stahl 2:30 P.M. Scientific and Educational Panel Small Building, Mr. Roscoe Cuozzo 8:00 P.M. 1st A.R.B.A. Business Meeting
Texas Hotel, Crystal Ballroom, Pres. Parker After the meeting dancing parties who-when and where ever you choose.
Wed. Oct. 12th 8:00 A.M. Breakfast Meeting of A.R.B.A. Committee Chrm.
with Pres. Parker, Texas Hotel 9:00 A.M. Tour of City Starts, Texas Hotel & Show Bams 9:30 A.M. Commercial Department Demonstration Tommy Andrew in Charge
11:00 A.M. Final Meeting all breed chrm. with D. E. Geddes 1:30 P.M. 2nd A.R.B.A. Business Meeting, Pres. Parker Room “A” Small Building
7:00 P.M. DF and FD Initiations, Western Hills Hotel 8:00 P.M. LaFiesta Celebration & Dance, Western Hills Hotel
Thurs. Oct. 13th — 8:00 A.M. Judges Conference, Small Building, Pres. Parker 1:00 P.M. Final A.R.B.A. Meeting, Show Room, Pres. Parker 7:00 P.M Farewell Party, Texas Hotel Mezzanine There will be other activities added and some changed.
This is only a tentative schedule.
R. B. "HOP” Hopkins, General Manager, 37th A.R.B.A. Convention.
Often asked what the R.B. stands for and the reply is generally “RABBIT BREEDER.” “Hop” started raising rabbits as a youngster back in 1918 but as most kids other things got in the way like school, football, World War II, Korea and earning a pilots license. Then in 1946 got back to rabbits again after settling down at home in Fort Worth.
Hop is department superintendent of rabbits at the Southwestern Exposition and Fat Stock Show each year, was general manager of the Rabbit Roundups before consolidating it into the Fat Stock Show.
Joined American in 1948 and earned his registrars license in 1950 and after a stretch in Korea came home and earned his judges license. Has judged shows all over Texas with some in Oklahoma, Missouri, Arkansas and Louisiana. Judged New Zealand Whites at the Little Rock Convention and makes every show possible when not judging.
Has raised most every breed in the book and the only reason he hasn’t raised those is because he couldn’t get breeding stock. Specializes in New Zealand, Dutch, Beverns, Champagnes, Chinchillas and Californians.
Has bit off a big chunk in bragging that Ft. Worth convention will be the largest and best ever. We shall see.
COWTOWN (Continued from page 6) register. It is with these registrations that we will be able to go to the chamber of commerce to show them how many folks visit Fort Worth and have some kindling to build a big fire with the next time we want to invite A.R.B.A, back for a convention. So be sure and register, (at least once).
The First A.R.B.A. BUSINESS MEETING will be Tuesday night 8:00 P.M. October 11th in the Crystal Ball Room, Texas Hotel with Pres. Parker presiding. The second will be Wednesday October 12th in the Small Show Room across the street from the Show and will start at 1:30 P.M. and last as long as necessary. Pres. Parker will preside.
The A.R.B.A, banquet, the crowning of the A.R.B.A. Youth Club Rabbit
Queen will be held on Monday night at Crystal Ball Room Texas Hotel starting at 7:00 P.M.
The D-F and F-D Party will be at 7:00 P.M. in the Ming and Jade Rooms of the Western Hotel, Wednesday evening October 12th. This will last until 8:00 P.M. when the big celebration will start. LaFiesta will be the big entertainment night of the convention, will start at 8:00 P.M. and last until the dancers get tired. The same ticket
will be good for both events that night.
There are some things that I have not listed but they will be included in the schedule section of the catalog. At this writing and to get this article to Mr. Edw. Stahl in time to get it to the printer and not hold up the whole BULLETIN it is impossible to get all the loose ends into this writing. Amigos, I keep my two eyes open looking fer ya at the 1960 convention. Hasta La Vista.
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JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1960
Resolutions to be considered at 1960 convention in Fort Worth
The following Resolutions will be presented to the members and Delegates at Fort Worth for them to consider. The Resolutions are printed each year 30 days before the convention opens to give all the A.R.B.A, members time to read them and discuss them with other breeders and members of the local clubs.
The Committee has not changed the resolutions in any way. We are presenting them just as we received them. We hope that every Chartered Club will set aside part of the September meeting to discuss the resolutions. Each Delegate will be allowed one vote for himself but each chartered club will also be allowed one vote. If no member of your club is going to attend the convention you may appoint any member any place in the nation to cast your vote. The Secretary of the local club should write a letter to secretary Blyth naming the appointed Delegate. Your letter should be signed by the local club President and Secretary.
Resolutions are presented to improve or change the Constitution of the A. R.B.A. We must all abide by the constitution and By-Laws. You as a Delegate or as an appointed representative of a chartered club will have the opportunity to express your wishes by your vote.
The Committee asks you to consider these resolutions carefully. Ask yourself this question “will it improve or retard the A.R.B.A, if adopted?” The decision is YOURS.
Signed,
E. C. Bickley, J. F. Butler, M. F. Carley, Ray Gentry, Don Reid and E. W. Murray.
RESOLUTION NO. 1
WHEREAS, the cost of paper, postage, printing and clerical help have all increased since the show sanction fees were set.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that chartered clubs wishing to hold official A.R.B.A, sanctioned show shall apply for sanction to the A.R.B.A. Secretary. The cost of the sanctioned approved show shall be five cents on each entry EXCEPT fur entries. The secretary of the show requesting sanction shall make a report and remit five cents for each entry within 30 days from the closing day of the show. Clubs failing to file the report and to remit the five cents shall have any future requests for a sanction for a show referred to the Board of Directors. Furthermore paragraph 8 of section 2, article 2 of the By-Laws be deleted and the above be inserted in lieu thereof. SIGNED BY 25 MEMBERS OF THE A.R.B.A.
RESOLUTION NO. 2
WHEREAS, it is the desire that the members of the Board of Officers and Directors of this association represent all sections of the country.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that only one member of the A.R.B.A, can serve on the BOARD from any one state. If several members seek office from one state and more than one qualifies for office by requiring the votes the one who receives the
highest vote shall be declared elected and seated on the board. This resolution shall not be binding on those now holding office. It shall apply to future elections. Furthermore if this is adopted it shall become section 7 of article 7 of the Constitution.
SIGNED BY 25 MEMBERS OF THE A.R.B.A.
RESOLUTION NO. 3
WHEREAS, it has become more and more important that the officers of the chartered clubs be fully informed of the Constitution, By-Laws and show rules of the A.R.B.A.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the 2nd paragraph of section 2. article 2 of the By-Laws be deleted and the following inserted in lieu thereof. No charter shall be granted a local organization which does not have five or more members in good standing with this association: the president, vice-president, secretary and treasurer shall be a member of the A.R.B.A, or join at the time they are elected. SIGNED BY 25 MEMBERS OF THE A.R.B.A.
RESOLUTION NO. 4
WHEREAS, Article II, Section 1, of the Constitution, better identified as the Object of the American Rabbit Breeders Association states towit: To promote, encourage, and develop the rabbit and cavy industry in accordance with the purpose and aims as outlined in the articles of incorporation to the mutual benefit of all concerned.
WHEREAS Article VI, Section 1, of the Constitution, better identified as Officers of the American Rabbit Breeders Association, states in part towit: The elective officers of this Association, shall be: President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer, and Board of Directors consisting of Nine members (and all other officers) who shall be elected annually, by and from the membership. In the election of the Board of Directors, five to be elected for two-year terms on odd years, and four for two year terms on even years.
WHEREAS, to conform with Article II, Section 1, to promote, encourage, and develop the rabbit and cavy industry to its fullest.
WHEREAS, to develop said rabbit and cavy industry to fullest on National scale is a necessity if we are to gain true industry stature.
BE IT RESOLVED, that American Rabbit Breeders Association at annual meeting assembled, direct the President of said Association to appoint a committee of 5 duly qualified members of said Association to investigate, examine, advise and recommend to President and Board of Directors, means and methods of impartial nomination and election of members to the Board of Directors of the American Rabbit Breeders Association.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, said committee to be known as American Rabbit Breeders Association Committee on Equitable Representation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said Committee be appointed from members present at National Convention assembled 1960, not to include any officer or director to said Association. Chairman of said Com-
mittee to be elected by and from Committee membership by the 5 members so appointed by the President, at next day following the Committee appointment. Said Chairmanship meeting to be held in any event at and part of 1960 Convention.
Said Committee to be further directed to make reports and recommendations to Committee Chairman in writing on January 1, April 1, and July 1 of 1961, with Chairman to make progress reports to President January 1, and July 1, 1961. Committee is further directed to present Resolution in proper form for consideration and action at annual meeting of American Rabbit Breeders Association duly assembled at 1961 Convention.
SIGNED BY 25 MEMBERS OF THE ARBA
RESOLUTION NO. 5
WHEREAS, Article VII, Section 5, of the Constitution better identified as Duties of Officers, Board of Directors, states towit: The Board of Directors shall have charge of the various business transactions and authorize the expenditure of moneys by and for the Association; pass on any and all special legislative matters found desirable and not in conflict with or provided by this instrument; it shall have the power to make contracts in the name of the Association when so needed in the promotion of the work of any or all departments as may hereafter be provided for; see that the Secretary’s and Treasurer’s books are audited at end of our fiscal year, also upon retiring from office. This audit is to be performed by a competent Certified Public Accountant, to be selected by the Board of Directors. The expense of such audit to be paid from the general funds of the Association.
WHEREAS, such duties are for the Association in general and the membership in particular.
WHEREAS, our membership composition includes the 50 States, the provinces of Canada, plus various and sundry territorial possessions and other sovereign countries.
WHEREAS, representation is an essential and proper parcel of any given member.
BE IT RESOLVED, any given State, Province, territorial possession or sovereign country be represented by a duly elected member to the Board of Directors for each 500 members in good standing in the American Rabbit Breeders Association.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, each 500 members from any given State, Province, territorial possession or sovereign country be authorized one Director if duly qualified as per Articles of the Constitution and duly elected as per Article VI of the Constitution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, no part or parts of this resolution can be construed or published to deprive any given State, Province, territorial possession or sovereign country of their due representation to and on the Board of Directors. Any State, Province, territorial possession or sovereign country with one to 500 members is authorized one Director if
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duly qualified and elected as per Constitution and 2 Directors are authorized if membership is 501 to 1000 and progressively 3 Directors if membership is 1001 to and including 1500 members. There is no limit or restriction to the number of Directors from any State, Province, territorial possession or sovereign country. The membership total is the sole determining factor.
The official membership count as published in the A.R.B.A. “Official Year Book” will be the certified membership for the next following election.
The present Article of the Constitution authorizing 9 members to compose the Board of Directors to remain intact.
Said Committee to be further advised to act wholly and completely for the national furtherance of the American Rabbit Breeders Association in particular and the Rabbit Industry in general. No thoughts, acts or recommendation of said Committee to hint or suggest anything biased, discriminatory or hindering the whole of the American Rabbit Breeders Association and its Constitution.
SIGNED BY 25 MEMBERS OF THE A.R.B.A.
RESOLUTION NO. 6
WHEREAS after due consideration and eliminative selection; a site for “The Agriculture Hall of Fame”, a private corporation has been selected; lands purchased, architectural plans formulated, and construction to commence.
WHEREAS, said “Agricultural Hall of Fame” is to be representative of all facets of agriculture, not the least to be the Department of Animal Husbandry, and related fields thereto.
WHEREAS, said site has been selected at Bonner Springs, Kansas.
WHEREAS, House Resolution No. 5789 was passed on June 10, 1960 in the United States Senate, has now become law of the land. Further that HR No. 5789 grants a Federal Charter to said “Agriculture Hall of Fame.”
WHEREAS, Mr. Jack Jackson, Executive Director, Agriculture Hall of Fame, 916 Walnut Street, Kansas City 6, Missouri is cognizant of current events and further plans of “Agriculture Hall of Fame”.
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, that American Rabbit Breeders Association, duly assembled at annual meeting 1960, direct the President of said Association to appoint a Committee of 3 members from the Missouri-Kansas area to promulgate, advocate, and instigate the inclusion of parts and parcels of the Rabbit Industry, as they are able in the “Agriculture Hall of Fame”.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, all officers, directors and members, write a letter of cooperation and assistance to Mr. Jack Jackson, This to ease the way and lend credence to Committee members when they make personal calls on the office of Mr. Jackson.
The President to designate Chairman of said 3 member Committee and President to further direct. The Committee at Washington to aid and abet to their utmost, and make frequent reports to President with copy to the Secretary as per Article IV, Section
9, of the By-Laws.
Said committee reports to commence December 1, 1960.
SIGNED BY 25 MEMBERS OF THE A.R.B.A.
RESOLUTION NO. 7
WHEREAS, the membership dues of the A.R.B.A, have been increased from $3.00 to $4.00 annually and WHEREAS, the A.R.B.A, is constantly striving to increase its membership through advertising and encouragement of breeders to join our organization and WHEREAS, the A.R.B.A, in addition to the dues of members, requires a charter fee annually for renewal of local club charters, without regard to number of A.R.B.A, members in the local club, then BE IT RESOLVED, that local clubs be favored at the time of club charter renewal by a reduction of 50% of charter fee for each member who is also a member in good standing in the A.R.B.A.
SIGNED BY 25 MEMBERS OF THE A.R.B.A.
RESOLUTION NO. 8
WHEREAS, At the A.R.B.A. Directors meeting, at the last National Convention, held in Syracuse, N.Y., it was voted by the Board of Directors to have the Organizational and Survey Committee draw up a resolution to have the word rabbit appear in all Specialty Associations:
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, under our By-Laws Article 2, section 4, the following rule be added as follows: On and after January 1st, 1961, all Specialty Associations except Belgian Hare must have the word Rabbit incorporated in the name of their association.
Signed by the Organizational and Survey Committee and 25 A.R.B.A Members.
RESOLUTION NO. 9
WHEREAS, the backbone of every local and specialty Club is the Secretary; and,
WHEREAS, they receive and send all club correspondence with the A. R.B.A. Secretary; and,
WHEREAS, as the By-Laws now read they do not have to be a member of the A.R.B.A.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that article 2 section 5, under our By-Laws that the sentence which reads as follows: “Local and State Specialty Clubs shall have at least 5 members in good standing with the A.R.B.A.; Furthermore an Officer or Director
must be a member of the A.R.B.A, when Charter is renewed or applied for.” Be changed to read; “Local and State Specialty Clubs shall have at least 5 members in good standing in the A.R.B.A. Furthermore the Secretary must be a member in good standing at the time of renewal or application for charter.”
Signed by the Organizational and Survey Committee and 25 A.R.B.A, members.
RESOLUTION NO. 10
WHEREAS, there are 26 National Specialty Clubs Chartered with the A.R.B.A, and of these 14 pay a charter fee to partake in the registration commission as provided in section 4 of article 2. 12 pay no fee.
WHEREAS, these Specialty clubs that pay no fee receive a charter yearly if they file a report. This makes an expense of filing, postage and printing for the A.R.B.A. These clubs are all listed on all A.R.B.A, application blanks and in all A.R.B.A, publications at the expense of the A.R.B.A.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that section 3 of article 2 of the By-Laws be deleted and the following be inserted in section 3 in lieu thereof. National Specialty Clubs with more than 100 members who do not wish to partake of the registration commission and National Specialty Clubs with less than 100 members shall pay a yearly charter fee of $3.00. The charter for National Specialty Clubs, local Specialty Clubs and State Associations shall be granted only on approval of the Board of Directors.
Signed by the Organizational and Survey Committee and 25 A.R.B.A, members.
Dr. Max R. Andrews
Sandy Flemish New Zealand White
1117 ½ S. Clinton Street FORT WAYNE, IND.
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REPORT OF THE A.R.B.A. COMMERCIAL RABBIT DEPARTMENT A BULLETIN EXCLUSIVE
By Tommy Andrew, Secretary
Fast comes the time when our A.C. R.D. rounds out its first two years of activities. In two short years it has established the American Commercial Rabbit Department as the largest organization sponsoring rabbits for commercial purposes. We wish to state briefly a few of the facts that establishes this statement as a fact.
The A.C.R.D. has had a total of over 510 members since its inception.
Over 1200 personal letters have been written by your Sect, in conjunction with developing your organization.
Thousands of handbills and circulars have been distributed. Hundreds of window signs and posters have been issued. Members have profited by one of our Director’s firms with a over $17,000 advertising program in the nation’s periodicals.
The Educational Research Dept, has issued several reports instigated by the A.C.R.D. to help solve the commercial breeders problems.
Articles of instruction have been issued on what to look for in a meat type rabbit and how to judge them properly.
Reports to the membership have been made each month via the trade magazines and the A.R.B.A. Bulletin.
Hundreds of letters written by various committee members of the A.C. R.D. concerning problems held by the membership.
Brochures have been made available to the membership for helping them to sell their wares.
A set of free loan slides on slaughtering and packaging have been in constant demand and have crossed the nation four times being viewed by various clubs at their meetings.
Many valuable specials and awards have been offered by the A.C.R.D. at the proving ground of one’s herd, the National Convention Shows.
Thousands of reprints and articles have been supplied to interested parties on ideas of merchandising and raising stock.
Many displays have been originated and worked out on such things as; packaging, marketing, raising and uses of domestic rabbit.
Market forecasts have been supplied which have been beneficial to all.
Sources of supply have been sent to many inquiries.
A firm set of Rules and Regulations have been adopted that makes the A.C. R.D. an organized part of the greatest association on earth, the American Rabbit Breeders Inc.
MUCH REMAINS TO BE DONE
The Executive Committee of the A.C. R.D. realizes that much is yet to be accomplished and have laid plans for many more progressive projects. A-mong these are a number of sets of display materials that may be loaned to various Fairs and Expositions; window displays that may be used on a long term loan basis; more economical and better packaging; problems on raising and housing; marketing and merchan-
dising procedures; clarification of our Standards of Perfection in the commercial classes; a system of raising monies for a national advertising campaign to the consumer; and many more too numerous to mention.
Our President Dick Parker has mentioned on several occasions that the future of the rabbit industry lies in the commercial possibilities of the industry. Therefore, it is imperative that the A.C. R.D. receives the support of the entire membership of the A.R.B.A. We therefore, urge all Judges and Registrars to join with us as well as all interested parties who in anyway receive any recompensation from domestic rabbits, by-products or supplies for the domestic rabbit. This includes those persons engaged in the fur trade, feed suppliers, processors, laboratories, raisers, fanciers and hobbyists. Only by a volume of memberships can the A.C.R.D. accomplish the good that is sure to arise by all uniting to develop the possibilities of the domestic rabbit to its fullest.
PLANS FOR THE FUTURE
Plans for the future are extensive. Many innovations and projects will be presented at the coming Fort Worth Convention for your A.C.R.D. WILL HAVE a large booth newly decorated with many educational features at this convention for perusal of all. Many other plans will be presented for consideration of the membership and are already worked up to the point were they will merely need to be put in operation. These plans consist of marketing, raising, herd development and improvement and many other phases of the industry of particular interest to the membership.
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I'LL NEVER FORGET
By Miss Sandra Kellogg 1960 Rabbit Queen
As convention time is nearing, and my reign as 1st National Rabbit Queen is about over, I’d like to send along a few words to the candidates for the 1961 A.R.B.A. Queen.
Being chosen last year was an unexpected and exciting thing. It has brought about many changes and has been an experience I’ll never forget. Receiving mail addressed to Miss A.R. B.A. has been thrilling. There’s always a feeling you’re known by everyone in the rabbit business From many of my old friends who don’t raise rabbits, it has brought much kidding and even a nickname, but even that has been an honor.
Maybe a few words of friendly advice can be of help to all of you when you’re standing up on the platform. Personality is important to everyone, especially you. Be yourself and try not to overdue in anything. People, especially judges, look for over-confidence. This gives them the feeling you’re sure no one can defeat you and many times you can be fooled and very disappointed.
Having your state and family behind you can make all the difference in the world to you when you are in front of the judges. I know myself, that even people you least expect to care really do when they see you come out on top.
THE KERN SISTERS BIG HIT AT "OZARK JUBILEE”
The Kern Sisters of Broken Arrow, Okla, members of the Broken Arrow Rabbit Breeders Assoc, and the A.R.B.A. Youth Rabbit Club recently appeared on the nationally televised Red Foley Show, the “Ozark Jubilee.” They appeared on the show the night of April 16. They sang three numbers "Funny Little Bunny”, "Easter Parade” and “It is No Secret” with Mr. Foley joining them in the latter number. Needless to say they were a big hit and have been asked back for another appearance. The girls Vickie, Bobbie, Beth, Shari and Joni have made numerous television appearances in Oklahoma as well as singing at Banquets and other occasions throughout the area. They sang for the recent National All Satin Show held in Broken Arrow sponsored by the Broken Arrow R.B.A. The group attend-
ing the Banquet were enthusiastic over the girls and the fact that they are A.R.B.A. Youth Club members. They exhibited at the National Satin Show in the Youth Division taking Best Red Satin. The girls live with their parents Mr. and Mrs. Dale Kern and grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Kern on an acreage northeast of the city of Broken Arrow, called rightly “Shangri La.” There Mr. Jesse Kern has a commercial rabbltry and Dale Kern has a caged egg laying farm. The grandparents are also active members of the Broken Arrow Rabbit Club. With a couple of Trophies already won the Kern Sisters are already looking forward to the fall shows so they can enter their Satin Rabbits.
Mrs. M. G. McCaskell, Secretary A.R.B.A. Youth Rabbit Club
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My brother acted very nonchalant the day before the banquet. But when he gave up judging in the youth contest, the day after, because he was too excited over me winning, I realized how much it really meant to him.
So in closing, I wish each candidate from every state all the luck possible and a successful reign as Miss A.R.B.A. “1961”.
Clermont County Youth Rabbit Club members of Ohio at the Hamilton Co. R.B.A. Rabbit Show May 15. 1960 held at Owens-ville, Ohio. In photo reading left to right: Back Row: Russell Hammaman, Tom Lear. Pres. A.R.B.A. Youth Rabbit Club and Fred Kipps. Youth Leader of Clermont Youth Club. Michael Tennison. Front Row: Arthur Mittendorf. Steven Ashley. Ricarda Tennison. Mrs. H. G. McCaskell. Sec’y A.R.B.A. Youth Rabbit Club
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Harry Rice, Sec.,
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TRI COUNTY RABBIT BREEDERS ASSOCIATION MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN
Clem Steinhoff. President Walter Cook. Vice President Harry Schaar. Treasurer John Schmeckel. Secretary Phil Lohman. Member Harold Zdror.h. Member George Scheisel. Member
Write to John Schmeckel, 7239 So. 37th Place, Hales Corners, Wisc., for further information.
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Clarinda R.B.A.
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The Chips are down! You have been reading this phrase in our latest ARBA Bulletins, pleading for the help of everyone to boost the ARBA membership. Why do we want to sell more ARBA memberships? The answer, of course, is obvious. TO SELL THE PUBLIC ON THE RABBIT INDUSTRY. We must remember, with each new member acquired, we are putting in their hands, the Official ARBA Guide Book, which has incorporated the information and data the pioneers of the industry have developed for a period of fifty years.
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Cattaraugus County R.B.A. Maxine E. Kellogg, Sec’y 25 Cranbury Road Olean, N. Y.
Midwest R.B. Ass’n W. E. Molen, Sec’y 920 W. 32nd Terrace Kansas City 11, Mo.
Freeport Rabbit & F.B.A.
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Joyce Smith—Californian Box 15, Waterloo, N.Y.
Tiny Acres Rabbitry—Satins Mike Alesio
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Earl Murray—Dutch—Lilacs Waterloo, N.Y., R.D.
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Fort Le Boeuf Rabbit Club Rose Marie Nagel, Sec’y P.O. Box 104 Waterford, Pa.
Tri-State Rabbit Club Mabel V. Brucker, Sec’y Route 2, Box 251 West Middlesex, Pa.
Badger Rabbit Breeders Ass’n Ronald Riebe, Sec’y Route 1, Box 230 Lake Mills, Wisc.
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A small business can be well managed by one owner but it always happens that the opportunities for growth and advancement are greater than he can accomplish by himself. He must then induce others to share his enthusiasm and enterprise to capture this unlimited success and progress. This most certainly holds true for the growth of the ARBA and the Rabbit Industry in general. It takes salesmanship and effort on the part of each and everyone to make the ARBA a continued success.
Support the ARBA by advertising in the Bulletins and Guide Books and by the same token increasing your own sales of breeding stock. Publicize your club with constant advertising. We must remember, “THE FIRST STEP IN ANY SALE, IS THE OFFER TO SELL”.
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JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1960
JUDGES and REGISTRARS
Who Desire to Assist You and Serve You Register Your Rabbits — Judge Your Shows
JIM BLYTH
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JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1960
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RR No. 2, BUCYRUS, OHIO Judge & Registrar
C. F. SIMPKINS
4191 MERCER ROAD DECATUR, GEORGIA Judge and Registrar
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P.O. BOX 34 KANSASVILLE, WISC. Registrar
WAYNE A. STERNER 589 APRICOT AVE. CAMPBELL, CALIF. Registrar
ROBERT TEMPLETON
348 EAST ELVADO RD., TUCSON, ARIZ.
State Rep. & Registrar
DICK F. PARKER President, ARBA
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ALL REGISTRATIONS SHOWING SEPTEMBER 30. 1960 POSTMARK WILL BE COUNTED
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A.R.B.A. REGISTRATIONS
A Three Year Comparison January to May Inclusive Compiled from Published Records By Merle Palmiter
NONE REGISTERED American Blue or White, American Sables, Lops, Siamese Sables, Silvers, Viennas.
EDWARD T TOEBBE
RT. 10, BOX 304, LOUISVILLE 8, KY.
Judge & Registrar
WELDON WAHL
2501 DOUGLAS DR., W., MINNEAPOLIS 22, MINN.
Judge & Registrar
MRS. W. A. WEINHARDT
17990 BETHEL CHURCH RD. RT. 3, MANCHESTER, MICH. Registrar
TED WENGERT
2830 KINSEY ST. ROCKFORD, ILL. Judge and Registrar
O. D. WHITE
1813 24TH DRIVE DES MOINES 10, IOWA Registrar
JOHN A. WOLOS
20 BEECHWOOD PLACE WATCHUNG, N. J. Judge & Registrar
NOTICE New Contest Begins October 1, 1960 Ends September 30, 1981
Silas N. Gates, Kansas 111 Eugene Henry, Connecticut 54
Ray J. Grables, Michigan 95 D. E. Geddes, Texas . 49
John Hoblitzell, Florida 79 G. S. Davis, Iowa 47
William Myers, Illinois 78 Dr. M. R. Andrews, Indiana 46
Harold A. Johnson, Michigan ... ... 74 Fidelis Steinhoff, Wisconsin . 46
Earl Klubertanz, Wisconsin 74 Claude Bennett, Indiana 41
N. E. Hamilton, California 68 George Scheisel, Wisconsin 41
John McWethy, Indiana 65 John V. Anselmo, Massachusetts ... 37
Horace Curtis, Virginia 62 Don E. Lovejoy, Ohio 37
BREED 1958 1959 1960
Angoras 35 4 18 Up 14
Belgian Hares 0 0 3 Up 3
Californians 318 244 358 Up 114
Champagnes 82 80 92 Up 12
Checkered Gts. 33 16 45 Up 29
Chinchilla-Am. 78 46 32 Dn 14
Chinchilla-Gt. 59 34 10 Dn 24
Chinchilla-St. 14 5 12 Up 7
Creme D’Arg. 1 8 4 Dn 4
Dutch 80 83 63 Dn 20
English Spots 36 14 40 Up 26
Flemish Giants 93 88 144 Up 56
Havanas 40 4 10 Up 6
Himalayans 8 2 1 Dn 1
Lilacs 1 0 2 Up 2
N. Zealands 1113 1421 947 Dn 474
Palominos 2 0 6 Up 6
Polish 19 25 17 Dn 8
Rex 63 59 50 Dn 9
Satins 80 57 26 Dn 31
Silver Fox 4 6 7 Up 1
Silver Martens 26 16 31 Up 15
Tans 0 2 3 Up 1
William A. Myers, Illinois 72
Ray J. Grables, Michigan 64
Earl Klubertanz, Wisconsin 54
N. E. Hamilton, California 46
Horace Curtis, Virginia 45
John McWethy, Indiana 43
Harold A. Johnson, Michigan 40
Silas N. Gates, Kansas 35
Dr. Max R. Andrews, Indiana 34
Engene Henry, Connecticut 33
Joseph R. Nolan, Georgia 29
D. E. Geddes, Texas 23
H. L. Paden, Missouri . 22
John Phillip, California 22
REGISTRATION OF NEW ZEALANDS January 1 to June 30, 1960
JULY-SEPTEMBER, 19(50
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A REPORT OF THE ADVERTISING AND MEMBERSHIP DRIVE COMMITTEE
By Edw. H. Stahl, General Chairman
NEW MEMBERS January 1 To June 30. 1960 Membership Drive Advertising Plan
January to March Total 145 January to March Total 223
April to June 30 Total 150 April to June 30 Total 149
6 Month Total 295 6 Month Total 372
Same Period 1959
6 Month Total 285 6 Month Total 409
January 1, to June 30, 1960 INDIVIDUALS
Coleman Glick, California 48
Edward H. Stahl, Missouri .........38
Melvin E. Behrens, New York .......18
Claude Bennett, Indiana ...........15
Marvin F. Carley, Vermont .........12
Tommy Andrew, Pennsylvania 9
F. E. Miller, Indiana.............. 5
• Harry Parmenter, New York.......... 5
C. P. Cruts, Colorado 5
Alven Evens, Florida .............. 4
J. L. Nicholson, California........ 4
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Badger, R. B. Ass’n, Wisconsin 5
San Antonio R. B. Ass’n, Texas 4
Clarinda R. B. Ass’n, Iowa 3
Augusta R. B. Ass’n, Georgia 2
Goshen R. B. Ass’n, Indiana 2
Indianapolis R. B. Ass’n, Indiana 2
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ARBA TROPHY AWARDS AT SYRACUSE, NEW YORK, 1959
By Max R. Andrews
Flemish Giant B.O.B Herbert Butterworth Sr. Buck Sandy
Flemish Giant B.OPP. James Kepner 6-8 Doe Sandy
Silver Martens B.O.B Frank Pandina Sr. Doe Black
Silver Martens B. OPP. Mrs. J. Weaver Sr. Buck Black
Champagne D’Argent B.O.B. Walter Schaefer 6-8-Doe
Champagne D’Argent B. OPP. Oren Reynolds Sr. Buck
Satins B.O.B. Harry Clark Sr. Doe White
Satins B. OPP. Joseph Simon Jr. 6-8 Buck Calif.
Californians B.O.B. Frank Svatek Sr. Buck
Californians B. OPP. Blue Ace Rabbitry Jr. Doe
Polish B.O.B. Edward Bender Sr. Buck White Ruby Eye
Polish B. OPP. Cooper Hillcrest Rabbitry Sr. Doe White Ruby Eye Black
Checker Giant B.O.B. Elmer Manlung Jr. Buck
Checker Giant B. OPP. Elmer Manlong Jr. Doe Black
Rex B.O.B. Boynton, Richard Sr. Doe Black
Rex B. OPP. George Scheisel Sr. Buck White
English Spot B.O.B. Lou Slavens Sr. Doe Chocolate
English Spot B. OPP. Miller’s Rabbitry Jr. Buck Black
Dutch B.O.B. Jack Boughton Jr. Buck Black
Dutch B. OPP. Bickley’s Rabbitry Jr. Doe Black
New Zealand White B.O.B. N. E. Hamilton 6-8 Doe
New Zealand Red B.O.B. George Krueger Sr. Doe
Standard Chinchilla B.O.B. Robert Rome Sr. Doe
Giant Chinchilla B.O.B. Edward Leppard 6-8 Buck
American Chinchilla B.O.B. Fred Stark Sr. Buck
Angoras B.O.B. Jane Booth Sr. Doe
Beverans B.O.B. Don Guthrie Sr. Doe
Palaminos B.O.B. Al Roerdanz Sr. Doe
Tans B.O.B. Alan Kacsur Jr. Doe
Lilac B.O.B. Carlton Gaddis Jr. Doe
Himalayans B.O.B. Don Lovejoy Jr. Buck
Havanas B.O.B. Lee Owen Stamm Sr. Buck
Belgian Hare B.O.B. Belmont Rabbitry Sr. Buck
American White & Blue B.O.B. K. O. Rabbitry Sr. Buck
Creme D’Argent B.O.B. John Dixon 6-8 Doe
Best Rex Fur B.O.B. Antoi Cabral Jr. Buck
Best Normal Colored Fur B.O.B. Oren Reynolds Sr. Doe
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Modlins Rabbitry, Calif., NZW Rt. 1, Box 29H Valrico, Fla.
Hodges Rabbitry—Calif., NZW Rt. 3, Box 660 Lakeland, Fla.
Mrs. Fred Smith—Calif., NZW Rt. 6, Box 590A Tampa 10, Fla.
Harold Worthen, Calif.
Rt. 6, Box 509 Tampa 10, Fla.
Sam & Irene Jones—
Calif. & Red Worms 3814 40th St.
Tampa 10, Fla.
A. J. Herrmann’s Processing—Calif. Rt. 6, Box 211 Tampa 10, Fla.
J. D. Rayburn—Calif.
Rt. 1, Box 350A Seffner, Fla.
R. S. Rood, Jr.—Calif.
P.O. Box 254 Seffner, Fla.
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Meetings 3rd Tuesday each month James J. Walter, Sec’y Wayne D. Fuller, N.Z. Reds Waterworks, Clarinda, Iowa Earl Murren, Checkered Giants 615 S. 12th St., Clarinda, Iowa Robert Wallace, Checkered Giants.
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DECATUR, ILLINOIS
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