You've got an impressive collection!
Russ, I agree,
Love the Glendale High pix
Posts from ethanedwards in thread „How Did You Become A John Wayne Fan?“
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First JW movie I ever saw at the theater was in 1950. I think. But I first really started noticing him in "Sons of Katie Elder." Met Wayne in 1975 at Universal Pictures when he was making "Rooster Cogburn," and got his autograph in his 1925 Glendale High yearbook. (My aunt knew him in high school.)
Thanks for your first post JamesMace
I have extended you a WELCOME
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Not sure what the average age of most Wayne fans seems to be, but I'll bet it's older than myself. That being said, until a couple years ago I'd never seen a John Wayne film. Sure, my father had watched Sands Of Iwo Jima in the same room as me and maybe a couple others, but I'd never sat down and watched them myself.
But I run a website, and one of the main features on said website is a running tally of every major Action stars onscreen kills. I thought Wayne was quite the icon, and it was a bit odd that I'd neither seen his movies nor tallied his kills. So, starting with his first starring role in The Big Trail, on through as many of his movies as I could find, I watched Duke's films in chronological order until The Shootist.
It was a fun trip, one which I will have to fully regale folks such as you one day. Suffice it to say, it's very hard not love the big lug. And The Shootist was one of the most emotionally satisfying and yet bittersweet final films I've ever watched.
Kain,
great post, and observations.
I am sure no one has counted how many 'kills' Duke made,
but it was a few to say the least.Incidently we have many young members starting in their 20's,
and this thread will interest you, and maybe you can join in.
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Hi Laura,
WELCOME to The JWMB-
The Original John Wayne Message Board
where fans come to have fun!Please take a look around,
we're a friendly bunch of folks,
and there is a wealth of information to see,
regarding the great man.You may find these links useful:-
John Wayne:- A Newbies Guide to Duke
Link to Duke's Movies, Co-Stars- Pals Of The Saddle and Movie LocationsLaura thanks for your insightful posts and for joining us.
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Hi rnederhoed
WELCOME to The JWMB-
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where fans come to have fun!Please take a look around,
we're a friendly bunch of folks,
and there is a wealth of information to see,
regarding the great man.You may find these links useful:-
John Wayne:- A Newbies Guide to Duke
Link to Duke's Movies, Co-Stars- Pals Of The Saddle and Movie LocationsThanks for such a fascinating first post,
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Hi dukedood
WELCOME to The JWMB-
The Original John Wayne Message Board
where fans come to have fun!Please take a look around,
we're a friendly bunch of folks,
and there is a wealth of information to see,
regarding the great man.You may find these links useful:-
John Wayne:- A Newbies Guide to Duke
Link to Duke's Movies, Co-Stars- Pals Of The Saddle and Movie LocationsWell that was some first post if there ever was one!
So interesting to hear your insights about the great movie ranches,
we at the JWMB have dedicated threads on the ranches, including,
Duke's Movie Locations- Corriganville Movie Ranch
Duke's Movie Locations- Iverson Movie Ranch
profiling the two ranches mentioned.
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Hi 909punk,
and also to you
WELCOME to The JWMB-
The Original John Wayne Message Board
where fans come to have fun!Please take a look around,
we're a friendly bunch of folks,
and there is a wealth of information to see,
regarding the great man.You may find these links useful:-
John Wayne:- A Newbies Guide to Duke
Link to Duke's Movies, Co-Stars- Pals Of The Saddle and Movie LocationsJason, you'll have to close your eyes
when you get to the Bloopers bits.
Before the bloopers were more well documented,
we had threads where many members added
their own observations.
It's entirely up to personal choice ,
how you wish to use or not use the information made available!Look forward to hearing more from you.
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Hi Jimmy
WELCOME to The JWMB-
The Original John Wayne Message Board
where fans come to have fun!Please take a look around,
we're a friendly bunch of folks,
and there is a wealth of information to see,
regarding the great man.You may find these links useful:-
John Wayne:- A Newbies Guide to Duke
Link to Duke's Movies, Co-Stars- Pals Of The Saddle and Movie LocationsThank you for your comments regarding the forum,
and we hope that you enjoy yourself here.
Indeed we have several members in Ireland and Northern Ireland,
one particular member lenrehn who is a specialist in all things
The Quiet ManQuoteMy all Time Favorite Movie is THE QUIET MAN which is SPECIAL for many reasons,it was Shot in the WEST of IRELAND in 1951 and featured THE JOHN FORD STOCK COMPANY, includig The FAMILIES of the many Stars and Crew.
JW and Maureen tried to Buy THE WHITE 'O MORN Cottage from The Movie,to Preserve it for all time.It's a Tragedy that The Cottage was allowed to fall down and die. It's in the hands of American Owner Greg ebbit,whether We shall ever see a RESTORATION.
Duke's Movie Locations- Ireland (The Quiet Man)Quote.....and featured THE JOHN FORD STOCK COMPANY, includig The FAMILIES of the many Stars and Crew.
QuoteI'd love to get a hold of Harry Carey Junior's Book "Company of Heroes - My Life with the John Ford Stock Company".This is a unique Narrative on the institution that was the FORD REPERTORY FAMILY which Graced so many Celluloid CLASSICS.
Take a look at
Pals Of The Saddle- Harry Carey Jr.A personally signed edition of Harry's book(one of which, I am proud to own)
used to be available directly from him, but depending upon his health,
I am unsure of that these days!!
Company of Heroes: My Life as an Actor in the John Ford Stock Company
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Hi Wanda,
Thanks for your post, and I have made a Welcome to you here
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Hi Colkid,
WELCOME to The JWMB-
The Original John Wayne Message Board
where fans come to have fun!Please take a look around,
we're a friendly bunch of folks,
and there is a wealth of information to see,
regarding the great man.You may find these links useful:-
John Wayne:- A Newbies Guide to Duke
Link to Duke's Movies, Co-Stars- Pals Of The Saddle and Movie Locations -
As a matter of fact, there's a bunch of John Wayne lovin' cousins around
here. Just one big happy family!
Mark,as Jim says,
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Hi truegrit1969
First of
WELCOME to The JWMB-
The Original John Wayne Message Board
where fans come to have fun!Please take a look around,
we're a friendly bunch of folks,
and there is a wealth of information to see,
regarding the great man.Fantastic post you made and fascinating reading.
Also so interesting to read all about your great autographs,
and your connections.
Perhaps you might find time to post some
here on the forum?
If you did, we would be so interested.
Fantastic that you have the script to The Shootist.QuoteThis script was inscribed by Duke and given to the Carringtons. The Carringtons owened the home that used in the film that was run by Bond Rogers played by Lauren Bacall. This home is now known as the Kreb-Peterson Home.
We have the house in our locations forum,
and I have copied it here for your interestKrebs-Peterson House - Carson City
Where Duke spent his final days in The Shootist
Hope to hear more from you
You may find these links useful:-
John Wayne:- A Newbies Guide to Duke
Link to Duke's Movies, Co-Stars- Pals Of The Saddle and Movie Locations -
Hi Duchess61,
WELCOME
to The JWMB- The Original John Wayne Message Board
where fans come to have fun!Please take a look around,
we're a friendly bunch of folks,
and there is a wealth of information to see,
regarding the great man.You may find these links useful:-
John Wayne:- A Newbies Guide to Duke
Link to Duke's Movies, Co-Stars- Pals Of The Saddle and Movie Locations -
Dukette,
It's great to see you back after a long absence! We hope you'll become a regular:D!
Chester
and the Mrs. 
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Hi Michaelaucutt,
WELCOME to the JWMB
I'm sure you will meet many friends here,
Have a good time!Best Wishes,
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Jay,
That's a wonderful bio!,
in fact after, i'd been a member, for only a cuople of weeks,
I added more personal things to my profile,
I think we've mentioned before, that not everyone
wants to add details, but, it would be really much better,
if we even knew where folks lived!
Jay, you may well be the only Texan, I get to know,
but if they're all like you, Texas, must be a great place!!
Thanks,
ethanedwards -
Well said Jay, my Texan friend,
(actually you're the only person, I know in Texas)
but good of you to bring this one up again,
but please, just a little more personal info
would really help us, to get to know each other!!
And as a reassurance to any newbies,
I am sure, my fellow members will agree,
that the divulging of any personal thoughts, or information on this site,
has never been a threat!!
Thanks, in all ways, to the administration team.
Be good!!
