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Post by bluesrider on Jul 11, 2010 17:52:23 GMT
It would seem the Yahoo group are attempting to get our very own Hefs large painting of Alex into the peoples palace.I for one applaud their efforts its a truly fitting reminder of the mans spirit,in a place where he can be seen by not just the people who appreciate the music,but others who might be inspired to search it out. ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by gordon on Jul 11, 2010 20:48:59 GMT
A great idea, and very apt. I hope they manage to get it.
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Post by victor55 on Jul 11, 2010 22:59:22 GMT
Its a great idea to memorialize Alex-I wonder why the effort didn't cross forums; I know there is also a cost involved
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Post by Catherine on Jul 12, 2010 6:22:35 GMT
The Yahoo group is not brilliant at crossing over, although we do have one or two regulars on both.
They have finally had a meeting with a representative of the People's Palace, regarding the siting of the Alex memorial, be it a bench in the Winter Gardens or whatever.
So now, the idea has changed and the very real possibility of a permanent display in the museum (like that of Billy Connolly) is with us.
Yahoo have thought to purchase the huge Hef portrait to have as part of the display - and thus kick off a potentially complex ownership thing.......
It also seems that now, the date to aim for is Feb 2012 and what may have been a bench might now be a life size bust of Alex - maybe even both.
The funds are in place, sufficient for the bench and I'm guessing the collection of funds will continue, along with requests for memorabilia for the museum display.
There is a link on the home page - BEFORE you click on forum on here via which donations may be made.
Any further questions, just ask and we'll try to get the answers for you.
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Post by chad on Jul 12, 2010 17:07:37 GMT
top news peoples!!! where is this peoples palace? and is this a clique thing where the yahoo folk dont share info or try and garner support from this forum!!?!?!
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Post by Mrs Foster on Jul 12, 2010 18:42:16 GMT
The Peoples Palace is in Glesga Green Chad, lovely buildin' wi a big gless bit at the back.
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Post by peterbarrow on Jul 12, 2010 23:45:05 GMT
The Peoples Palace is in Glesga Green Chad, lovely buildin' wi a big gless bit at the back. M'Lady Penny, PP and I went to see it when we were up for SAHBstock II - we did the full tourist bit and jumped on the open-top bus (the shame of it! PP's fault - he caught me sober) Well worth a visit though
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Post by Catherine on Jul 13, 2010 6:15:23 GMT
The Yahoo group is as open to all as this forum and was the original deal, as far as I'm aware, there is no rivalry or ill feeling between the two groups. we're just two different groups.
We have several members who participate in both and one is kind enough to keep me up to date with their progress on the memorial front.
This mighty endeavour of theirs is no secret, as I've said before, there is a link on our home page and has been for at least a year now.
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Post by Mrs Foster on Jul 13, 2010 7:40:48 GMT
Hey, we're ALL Sahb fans, nuff said
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Post by chad on Jul 13, 2010 15:51:01 GMT
indeedly doo
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Post by Catherine on Jul 13, 2010 17:19:43 GMT
Hey, we're ALL Sahb fans, nuff said Now, that's the truth - which makes it even odder !
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Post by hef on Jul 14, 2010 10:52:13 GMT
Er, Hello Folks…..how best tae start……a smile (too fake)…..a song (too scary)…an apology (too late)…..feck no, best tae stick tae wit Yer All familiar wi so I’ll just come arrogantly swaggerin on, crashin in uninvited n take Yiz off guard wi the mouth on auto as usual! (This mite be the best time tae pack away the good ornaments!)
Seems Yi All kno as much as I dae, (ok, more than I dae!) so bravado n bullshit aside (mind you they’re on amber in case I need them!) here goes…
That the Alex Harvey Tribute may involve somethin I painted is about as Feckin Cool as it gets fer me, that goes without sayin. As it stands at the moment there’s still a LOT o coffee tae be drunk before we get any conformation o anythin so I’d like tae say something whilst I’m chewin on the vallium n reacquaintin myself wi religion in the hope it’s gonnae seal the deal. Hey, there’s nae harm in dreamin!
The Alex Harvey paintin was done fer All Alex Harvey/SAHB Lovers. The HnH show back in 2003 would hav been a non starter if it hadn’t got the backing it did. Not rocket science, just fact. It would have been perfect if I’d known then the Folks I’ve met since. I didnae, but Yiz turned up anyhow, THANK FECK! n I’d like tae get it the right way around this time, and ask if Yi could dae it all over again. I couldnae ask fer Yer support in 2003 but there mite be a second shot, this time a permanent one and so I’m askin fer Yer support now. For this tae be what it should be, The Alex Harvey Tribute should come fae Everyone who Respects and Admires Alex Harvey / The Sensational Alex Harvey Band, and Their music.
If it makes nae odds tae us where in the world our computers are parked it makes nae odds where an idea originated fae or who is in wit group. As far as I’m concerned there’s only one group n it’s got nuthin tae dae wi virtual reality (or “my life” as I prefer tae call it!). As it is The People’s Palace were approached by The Yahoo Group with Their proposal. They’re tae be Congratulated on that just the same as Everyone involved in SAHBstock 1&2 are tae be Congratulated. Likewise, Professionalism n Continuity dictate that The Yahoo Group are the focal point fer all dealings about The Alex Tribute.
I am currently fashionin a paper mache alter ego and shortly I will be signin up behind Those who have been working on this project fer some time. Whatever the outcome I’d rather support it than not, and so I need tae be in The Yahoo Group tae dae that. For those on The Forum who aren’t already on it all I can do is ask that You take Yer place on this. Over the years Everyone has supported Alex/SAHB in every possible way and The People’s Palace/ Glasgow Council will be looking fer a head count on this, just like They did wi H&H. The People who will decide on this will do Their homework and if They don’t see the backing from our end, it’s simple, we all won’t get it, but Most Importantly Alex Harvey won’t get it.
I know there are some o us who prefer tae post on one site, I get that, even tho I know they all have different things tae offer. The first group I joined was the Yahoo group but it was through Stu on the Yahoo group that I discovered this one. As sumbody who isnae too hot on communicatin with words ( n struggles tae retain information, particularly the interesting and useful kind!) This Forum is easiest fer me, cause when I run oot o vocabulary (any day noo!) I can paste up in a picture thread.
Well this is one picture I’d feckin Love tae help paste up. Permanently.
For those still readin who haven’t fallen asleep (or lost the feckin will tae live by tryin tae translate it!) I’m NOT tryin tae patronise You Folk who kno more about all o this than I could digest given a few lifetimes, but I am askin fer Yi All tae use what You are, have and kno tae make this happen.
Aye, this is fer You tae LURKERS! : )
That wis all I wanted tae say.
And this bit.
But it seemed a feckin shame tae waste this line tae.
(any negative feedback should be sent direct to contact@thehumanleaguefanclub.co.uk)
Love n Best Wishes Cath
Medication time. X
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Post by Catherine on Jul 14, 2010 11:45:14 GMT
Great to see you back Hef - even if it is fleetingly - and you KNOW I wish you all the best of luck in getting your portrait into the exhibit
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Post by Mrs Foster on Jul 14, 2010 12:47:21 GMT
Glad ye popped in Cath, nae matter who does the shoutin' for oor Alex and the boays, they get ma support every time, and should frae every wan o' yeez oot there tae for that matter.
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Post by ridjaikit on Jul 14, 2010 16:20:32 GMT
a quick breenge out of lurk mode ;-D Hiya Folks I agree wi Hef Back to lurk mode ( no had medication for 4 days now)
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Post by bluesrider on Jul 14, 2010 19:11:05 GMT
Hey Hef the force is with you.
oh and Ive just had to read that novel to spirit.
And Hi to lurky suze hope yer feelin better than you were at the april gig
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Post by caveman on Jul 14, 2010 21:00:45 GMT
The presence of Oor Hef has been sadly missed, and i would imagine you will have all of our support for a work of art that should live in the Peoples Palace for ever, whatever ye need ye'll get it!!
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Post by ridjaikit on Jul 15, 2010 0:03:28 GMT
Cheers Blues Rider I am well on the mend . been off the tablets for 4 days now and was out driving yesterday. feeling a lot better and almost back to my usual ( can't say normal lol) got the doc next thurs so mebbes just mebbes I'll get back to my work Viruses who needs them
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Post by caveman on Jul 15, 2010 12:24:33 GMT
Glad you're feeling better Suze, didnae realise ye had a big virus thingy, i thought ye'd buggered yer back swinging on the chandelier or something!!!!!!
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Post by bluesrider on Jul 15, 2010 18:56:46 GMT
Hey, we're ALL Sahb fans, nuff said Now, that's the truth - which makes it even odder ! And curiouser Alice watch out fer the cat.Oh f uck the dormouse has shat in darjeeling 2nd cup anyone.
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Post by hef on Jul 15, 2010 19:47:49 GMT
Many Thanks. Honestly.
It's nae secret that I'm over the moon (hold the jokes Catherine!) at the possibility o this. Couldnae get a blend o Music n Art any closer tae my heart. Tae take my Wee Dude tae somethin like This would...... well feck it.......it would make o this two faced, shallow sincerity worthwhile : ) It took five o us tae squeeze my ego bak intae it's reinforced cage last week n noo it's on a strict vegan diet! (it had tae be done...the danger level had been breached!).
Thanks fer Yer support Folks, the good news, is nomatter wit happens noo, if I pass (haha) my drivin test I promise no tae drive within 5 miles o Yer vehicles : ) (If I don't.....er....I promise no tae tell Yiz aboot it, I get a kick oot o other Folk worryin needlessly! : ) )
Er...Suze...see since Yer no usin Yer medication.......? : )X
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Post by caveman on Jul 15, 2010 22:51:39 GMT
If ye drive half as good as ye paint oor Hef, mr. Schumaker better watch oot!!!!!
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Post by Catherine on Jul 16, 2010 7:58:24 GMT
Figured this should maybe be on both relevant threads......how about the proceeds from SAHBstock III go to the Alex Memorial Fund?
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Post by hef on Jul 16, 2010 9:24:05 GMT
If ye drive half as good as ye paint oor Hef, mr. Schumaker better watch oot!!!!! Haha Thank You Caveman! Funnily enuf I'm discoverin that they're quite similar procedures (albeit one disnae involve a blindfolded geezer wi a bottle o gin) At the end o my very first lesson my instructor, suitably impressed, said " Well Yer certainly competent at steerin the vehicle.......next week yi can try puttin the key in the ignition". Boom Boom! : )
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Post by Catherine on Jul 16, 2010 21:06:00 GMT
Figured this should maybe be on both relevant threads......how about the proceeds from SAHBstock III go to the Alex Memorial Fund? I really do wish Hef all the very best of luck - likewise her instructor - in her driving endeavours, however, encouraged by Jack's response, I thought this was worth a bumpity bump, bumpity bump, bumpity bump.............bumpity bump
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