From Henry Edgar - January 05, 2007 MIDWAY FLASH ... MIDWAY FLASH ... Kenneth Feld versus John Ringling North II? The Feld Organization is evidently monitoring late-breaking developments in a town called Hugo (in a state called Oklahoma!) -– which, as I've already predicted, could become the new Sarasota ... What is threatening to put Hugo on the map Big Time is the pending return to the sawdust of the House of Ringling ... What has piqued the Feld's interest is the name of Kelly Miller’s new owner — John Ringling North II ... With a Kelly-Miller opening slated for March 11, already, as reported to Showbiz David by North’s partner Jim Royal, they have received a letter from Kenneth Feld’s long-time executive vice president and chief counsel, Jerome Sowalsky, advising them, in Jim Royal’s words to "refrain from using North’s name in connection with Kelly Miler circus." The purpose? "To avoid future problems." This communique left North dumbfounded. According to Royal, putting it in plain speak, "John replied that he found this baffling for he is and always has been, John Ringling North II" ... So what goes here? Is multi-millionaire Kenneth Feld actually afraid of serious competition form a small one ring tent show? Known for ferociously protecting his assets, does Feld fear a hidden agenda from the nephew of legendary circus mover and shaker John Ringling North? ... From this Ringling rattling, North & Royal stand to gain some national attention ... From this, too, Kenneth Feld may be driven to improve the quality of his shows ... And that’s a win-win for everybody. Sarasota: Are you still laughing? Jim Royal to Showbiz David: "He [John] wondered if the Feld Organization wanted him to change his name or adopt an alias." ... Evidently, Mr. North, at least for the moment, has opted out of a new name; a queer eye for the straight guy makeover; or the witness protection program ... The neophyte showman, who is apparently comfortable in his own skin (I just hate that phrase, don’t you?) has quite graciously invited Mr. Sowalsky, Mr. Feld and their respective families to "be his honored guests" at the Hugo opening.
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Sunday, February 18, 2007
Threats from the mighty "Indredible Shrinkng Show"
Posted by Buckles at 2/18/2007 05:58:00 PM
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With all the bum reviews coming in Mr. North might be wise to stick with the Kelly-Miller title.
Too much heat left in town, "Ringling" is burning up the territory.
We have just got to be sure every feather, bead, sequin, bugle, in circus of by gone days is used by Kelly Miller. So much wardrobe you can't see the performer in Spec and Blowoff. Keep those bodys toned and working as only a circus performer can. Keep those animals polished to perfection. Give from the heart and soul as only a circus performer can. And especially have a live band. We are all counting on you and will advise when you need it from what we had in the past. Free of charge of course. GO KELLY MILLER CIRCUS!!!!!
Perhaps when the fans gather in Hershey this year and Mr. Woodcock is in close proximity to all those Feld execs who will be in town, a question could be raised as to just why Master Kenny and Mistress Nicole are so damned thin-skinned about this thang.
Since the shows are on such a tight budget these days and if I were granted an audience with either K or N, I would be too busy trying to book a few flat stores to his concession operation.
Maybe nuts, broads or even a mitt camp.
Couldn't be any worse than what they already inflict on an unsuspecting public.
first, we might consider pooling our funds to donate a bulletproof suit to buckles before he attempts to pass the first-of-may promoters on his way to say hello to ken and nicole
Not that Mr. North needs any donations, but here's a suggestion: Mr. North could make copies of the FELD ENTERTAINMENT letter, autograph them and sell them to the fans at the convention for $50.00. Mr. North could be a special guest/extra added attraction at Hershey. He could also meet with the Hershey people and work up a special chocolate bar entitled JOHN RINGLING NORTH'S GREATEST CHOCOLATE ON EARTH, to add to the heat. Note to the Feld pimps, please address all correspondence to HERSHEY LEGAL DEPT., HERSHEY, PA.
If I was Mr. North's legal team,I would follow Mr.Price's advice and do the work in building their case with the Charles Sparks example. Ringling held title to Sparks Circus,but couldn't keep him from using his name. I am sure there is some of this legal material somewhere that would make this a easy matter for the courts. Or maybe send K&N an old Downie Bros courier with Chas Spark photo on it. Save alot of billable hours....
P.J.Holmes
Its those "BILLABLE HOURS" that get you. Don't we have any retired lawyers on the blog willing to probono. There has got to be at least one fine lawyer if we really search. Maybe not. I would have one on my small dream circus.
Yea, this is when old Frank Ball of Alexandria, VA is really missed! Sure helped out enough show owners and folks over the years.
Just a suggestion, How about changing the name to Felds Follies, I don't think that name is beng used.
I see in George Hubler's notes this morning that Frank Murray and his two elephants will start the Kelly-Miller season instead of Neena, Viola, and Libby from the Carson and Barnes herd that have been leased for the last several years.
Bob
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