Vol 53 No 2 - Southern Clothing Market
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Vol 53 No 2 - Southern Clothing Market
Bill Georges, former owner of Valentino’s Restaurant passes. O w n e r o f Ly n n ’s Speakeasy, Bill Cole, passes away. Great Turnout for the “Ride Along” benefiting St Jude’s at the Mooresville Dragway. Pg 2 Pg 6 Pg 7, 8, 9 May 2011 Vol. 53 No. 2 Raffle Held During Southern Clothing Market Nets Money For St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital In a phone conversation, sometime prior to the Southern Clothing Market, Dianne Norton and Brian Frahm decided to do a raffle during the February 5, 6, 7 Southern Clothing Market. That which started out as just an idea, ended up with good results after, all was said and done. MAC Executive Director, Larry Holland, was able to get several very nice prizes donated, such as a couple of nights stay at the Embassy, a couple of $75 certificates to Omaha Steakhouse, a couple of $50 bills from the Men’s Apparel Club and a couple of “Ride Alongs” in Larry Holland’s Supercharged and Injected Alcohol Burning 70 Olds Dragster. Things went well with the raffle and drew $700, which has already been sent off to St. Jude’s. (”Raffle Results ” pg 7) Cindy Rogers helps David Lawrence draw the first lucky winner, which was Paul Haddock! Kathy Domby, Elaine Utter-Stelmat, and Susan Weissen assist in Paul’s ride. Southern Clothing Market Is Running Strong The Charlotte MAC Market No Longer Exists After four open booth markets at the Metrolina Tradeshow Expo, the decision has been made by the Men’s Apparel Club Board of Directors, the Charlotte MAC Markets, which was made up of Fashion and Urban Vendors, will no longer be a part of the show schedule. As hard as some worked to make that a viable part of the schedule, it never attracted enough exhibitors to make it a cost effective market. It could not draw the necessary revenue to even keep it as a break even part of the organization. We know it will place a hardship on some of our retailers, who always needed and supported the market. Those retailers did not like to attend other markets and Charlotte open booth exhibits filled the needs that they had. Howard Liss and others have been working on finding a suitable market venue to feel those need. Contact Howard to see what they were able to work out - 704/564-0348, or email hdliss@msn.com. The Charlotte Southern Clothing Market is still one of the best regional collective men’s markets in the United States. It is still one of the most inexpensive markets in the country and salesmen and retailers alike, enjoy the easy comfortable atmosphere and buying conditions you can find anywhere. So we will look forward to seeing you at the August 6, 7, 8, Spring 2012 Southern Clothing Market at the Embassy Suites Hotel. Spring 2012 Southern Clothing Market To Be Held August 6 - 8 at the Embassy Suites Hotel The Spring 2012 Southern Clothing Market will be held at the Embassy Suites Hotel August 6th, 7th, 8th, located at 4800 South Tryon Street at Woodlawn (Billy Graham Parkway) in South Charlotte, North Carolina. From I-77, take exit 6 and you will see the Embassy on the corner. The market will officially open on Saturday, August 6th at 9:00 AM and close at 6:00 PM. For those retailers who would like to work earlier, or later, the salesmen will be glad to accommodate you. The registration office is located in Suite 706 and is open on Friday, August 5th for your convenience. Some of our salesmen get early starts on Friday, some on Thursday. Since this is an appointment market, you may work early if your salesmen is at the market on Thursday. This is very convenient for those retailers who have stores in and around Charlotte. We will be in and out of suite 706 on Thursday. Call us or check by to see if you can register at that time. On Sunday, we are fortunate to have, for your entertainment, Bobby Ryder from Hilton Head, SC. Bobby is an entertainer extraordinaire, with talents of a great voice and plays one of the best saxophones you will ever hear. He has been entertaining all over the Southeast for many years and spent time overseas also. He is constantly used as entertainment on Cruise ships. Don’t miss this great evening starting at 6:00 PM on Sunday in the atrium. As usual, there will be great food and drinks from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. The food is a delight and is flavored to perfection. Let’s not forget the folks that work the bars. Even though this is complimentary from the Embassy Suites, it is nice to tip the bartenders. On Monday, the market opens at 9:00 AM and closes at 6:00 PM. On Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, we will be serving lunch in the Atrium for our salesmen and retailers, from 12:00 until 2:00 PM. Retailers, don’t forget to pick up your lunch tickets in Suite 706 when you register. Again, we ask for your cooperation in not bringing children under the age of 12 years. Thank you for your cooperation. Southern Clothing Market - Spring 2012 Embassy Suites Hotel, August 6, 7, 8, 2011 May 2011 Page 2 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com President’s Message 2011 and 2012 BOARD OF DIRECTORS SOUTHERN CLOTHING Dear Mr. Retailer, MARKET SHOW DATES Welcome to the Spring 2012 Southern Clothing Market for August 6, 7, 8, 2011. We hope that you will find everything you need to make for a successful Spring Season. It appears that we may have gotten over the “hump” with reports from a number of retailers that things are looking much better than what they have seen over the past 3-4 seasons! In my travels, I have seen a trend to support that feeling, with some stores doing well this past season. Those stores have found the right formula between advance purchases and finding at once opportunities with their vendors, as well as finding new suppliers who can help their bottom line. We hope you take full advantage of the upcoming show in light of how expensive traveling on the road has become. Many salesmen are coming into the show Thursday and of course, staying through Tuesday, giving stores the ability to see more lines when many of us have had to curtail the way we have been able to travel in the past. We know the Charlotte Show is one of the top 3-4 shows in the country. If there is anything we can do to make your time with us better, please let us know. Hats off to Larry and Dianne for working so very hard making this show so successful!!! We anticipate another opportunity to make your business better. Thank you for allowing us to do so!!!!! Embassy Suites Hotel 4800 S. Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28217 August 6, 7, 8, 2011 Optional Days Friday, August 5th Tuesday, August 9th February 4, 5, 6, 2012 Optional Days Friday, February 3rd Tuesday, February 7th August 4, 5, 6, 2012 1st Row Howard Liss, Chairman of the Board; Gary O’Malley, President 2nd Row Randy Campbell, Vice President; Winfred Sowders, Secretary/Treasury DIRECTORS Optional Days Friday, August 3rd & Tuesday, August 7th Sincerely, A complimentary lunch is served at noon during each show. Pick up your lunch tickets when registering during the show at Market Central. Gary O’Malley Gary O’Malley Because We Care Ken McDowell-Mending Our friend and former MAC member and Past President is at home, recuperating from surgery to correct a problem with a leaking heart valve. Ken went into the hospital on April 23rd, underwent an operation, and was released on May 3rd. Ken stated, “I’m doing pretty good, but have lots of pain presently. The doctor had to cut one of my ribs, and also they found one that had a crack in it. This is very painful, but hopefully I’ll be out and about very soon.” If you’re interested in sending Ken a get well card, his address is Ken McDowell, 743 Inwood Road, Asheboro, NC 27205. WILLIAM P. GEORGES Mr. Georges, 78, of Charlotte, NC passed away Saturday, April 16, 2011. William was born in Itilon, Mani, Greece on September 20, 1932. He came to America at the young age of 14. He loved this country and proudly served in the US Army in the 310th M.P. Battalion during the Korean War era. He moved to Charlotte, North Carolina in April of 1969, and established the renowned Valentino’s Restaurant, where he and his family proudly served the Charlotte community for thirty years. William is survived by his wife of 55 years, Anna Georges, along with his three children, Peter Georges, Paul Georges, and Cathy Whitlock, his five grandchildren, Jason Georges, Niki Price, Hanna Whitlock, Zoe Whitlock, Deme Georges, and his two greatgrandsons, Jacob and Joshua Georges. He is also survived by his brothers Paul, Steve, Phillip and John Georgoulakos, and sister Pota Poulos, along with many loving nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his loving daughter, Denise Georges and his loving sister, Stacy Vlahos. The family would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the Doctors and staff of Carolinas Medical Neurology Department (ALS) along with Dr. Gee, Dr. Gegick, and the staff at Carolinas Medical Intensive Care Unit. Funeral service for Mr. Georges was held at noon, Wednesday, April 20, 2011, at St. Nektarios Greek Orthodox Church. Interment followed in the Evergreen Cemetery. The family received friends at St. Nektarios Tuesday evening April 19, 2011, with a reception following the Trisagion service. In lieu of flowers, contributions are asked to be made to The Joe Martin ALS Foundation, 100 North Tryon Street, Suite 3420, Charlotte, North Carolina 28202 (read Joe’s tribute on page 6). [The preceding information was courtesy of the Charlotte Observer.] MAC Executive Director Larry D. Holland stated, “When I first came to Charlotte to work for the MAC’s, I met Bill Georges at Valentino’s Restaurant to sell him an ad for the Rags to Riches publication. We became instant friends. Over the years I was accepted as a member of the Greek community, and some of Bill’s friends became my friend. He always did a bang up job for the MAC Board of Directors when we held the Board meetings in the back room. He would always roll out the “Red Carpet” for the Board of Directors and any member of the MAC organization who came to the restaurant. He also had to contend with those long drawn out Board meetings, when some of the BOD members became long winded. Sometimes those meetings were ‘knock down drag out’ events. They could last as long as six hours when things got testy. 1st Row E. Holmes Cooke; Woody Appleby 2nd Row Lynda Carpenter; James Leake The Men’s Apparel Club of the Carolinas, Inc. Presents Larry D. Holland - Editor Dianne C. Norton - Creative Director Club Officers Howard Liss - Chairman President - Gary O’Malley Vice President - Randy Campbell Secretary/Treasurer - Winfred Sowders Executive Director - Larry D. Holland www.mensapparelclub.com (this site now features the Rags to Riches) I can never forget how Bill could filet a whole cooked flounder, with the skill of a surgeon, leaving nothing on your plate but the meat of the flounder. He had such a flare treating his customers with the likes. BG, as he was known to most of his friends, will be greatly missed and will never be forgotten. So long BG.” Bill Georges lived out the last days of his life with the Lou Gehrig’s Disease (ALS). Joe Martin, brother of former North Carolina Governor Jim Martin, lived with the same disease. Read about his journey and the book he wrote called “On Any Given Day” on page 6. ( “Because We Care,” pg 6) We would like to thank everyone who has contributed to our “Care” section of the Rags to Riches. This has helped keep all of our retailers and members aware of the concerns . Please continue to contact us with news you would like to share. Remember, you are our best avenue for obtaining this information. May 2011 Page 3 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com Send messages of encouragement to Butch and his wife Vicki. They would love to hear from you. http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/butchstone Butch Stone A member of the Poor Souls Singing Group- performed for the MACS at many of our events. Update Recent Journal Entry Friday, April 29, 2011 On Thursday, the cancer unit moved up a few floors to a brand new wing with very large, plush rooms. Have to hand it to all involved because they sure did an awesome job. I know in our room, we can actually see the beautiful sky without getting neck strain. While this is all well and good, we still would prefer being home and well….any day! Keep in mind that Butchie is getting fluids, lots of fluids 24/7 consisting of saline, foscarnet, antibiotics, electrolytes, some days blood and some days platelets. At one point this week, they suspected pneumonia because of the horrible rattling/ congestion in his chest/lungs. They immediately began more antibiotics and also decided to give lasiks to begin trying to drain more of the fluid overload. Right now we hear no congestion but he has had another chest x-ray to confirm if there is pneumonia or not. We have begun backing off a little on so much pain medication because of the constant confusion. We all think the “pain meds” are causing a lot of that. Since he doesn’t seem to be in as much pain, this seems like an excellent idea to me. Seems that all he does lately is sleep, sleep, and more sleep. One day we did have a lengthy conversation and the next day he wanted some more of the meds that allowed for that (I don’t really think it took meds to talk, he just thought that). I won’t lie to you guys, Butch is really having a rough time, which as we all know, has been going on since transplant almost one year ago (May 19). Life as we once knew it has pretty much been on “hold” for all of us. Now we are all just trying to survive one day to the next. One night this week when the boys and I were talking, they said they just didn’t even know what to say. I think they spoke for the way we all feel. While I know that we all continue to be hopeful and prayerful on a daily basis, so much is happening that causes us all to pretty much be in a state of constant disbelief at it all. With that said, I totally understand when many log onto Caringbridge and just don’t have anything to say that hasn’t been said. Please do keep in mind that Butch and I are going to make this journal into a book (they offer that service) so that when this journey is complete, we can go back and appreciate each of you even more than we do now for helping us through it all. The CD has finally come back all packaged up and looking just great. I’m not sure of the many ways it can be purchased at the moment, but Roger will have some tonight at O’Neils and they will also have it available on www.thepoorsouls.net within days. They are making it a real special presentation on the website. I’m sure they (we) all want to thank you in advance for all the support with the new music. Hope you have a fantastic weekend...enjoy the beauty of it all! Our Love, The Stones ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ “Try to Remember” The newest CD, Try to Remember, is finally released and available for sale at www.thepoorsouls.net. Scroll to bottom and click “Buy Now” to purchase your copy of “Try to Remember.” We thank you so much for all your support over the years. You have all helped us come this far! As many of you know, the Poor Souls have been performing for over 40 years. The happiest and most entertaining combination has always included Bobby Smith, Butch Stone and (particularly in recent years) Roger Smith. This two CD set is a story and sound of this incredible combination. This is a story about singing, laughing, crying, happiness, sorrow and remembering all that was and is the Poor Souls. It’s about the love and friendships they have for everyone they’ve ever met and performed for. Soon after Bobby completed his first solo CD, dedicated to his kids and as a memorial to his brother John, “Don’t You Know Who I Am,” the plan was already in place for this project. “Try to Remember” began with scheduling sessions around Butch’s visits to Duke University to prep for a bone marrow transplant, because we knew that the procedure was serious and anything could happen. Little did we know that Bobby would be the one to take the heavenly cruise...over the rainbow. Daily check the Poor Soul’s website at for more of “the best story you’ll ever hear,” coming soon... www.thepoorsouls.net The Southern Clothing Market Is The MAC Serving the Retailer Since 1940 There is still some confusion about the Southern Clothing Market and the MAC Market. Let us see if we can clarify this situation. The Men’s Apparel Club of the Carolinas, Inc. was formed in April of 1940 by cofounders Brick Waddell (right) and Wilson O. Woods, (below) sitting at a kitchen table making their plans. Before that time salesmen “caravaned” in their cars as groups of 8 or 10 drove their cars from location to location, where they would set up in a hotel room and work their lines for retailers who would come to their hotel rooms. This was a measure of saving on money they had to spend for gasoline. Back then hotels cost about $5$7 depending on how much you wanted to spend. The Club decided to make the MAC Markets an official organization, so they began to show at the Selwyn Hotel to make it easier on both salesmen and retailers. Since the Selwyn Hotel could only hold part of the exhibitors, some had to reply on the Charlotte Hotel for the overflow. There were only a number of tables available for the salesmen, so they improvised by using boxes to work off of (according to information received from Stu Anthony who was part of the group). This was the MAC Market until it eventually moved to Radio Center on South Boulevard, where it remained until they decided to move into the all new Charlotte Merchandise Mart at 2500 E. Independence Boulevard in 1961. The MAC Market began to really grow at that time. In the beginning, the Merchandise Mart offered about 80,000 square feet, and later built an addition of another 40,000 square feet known as Freedom Hall. The MACS utilized all buildings. In 1965 a group headed up by Jack Thompson (below) decided there was a need for a special show that offered tailored clothing, slacks and o u t e r w e a r. This market was named the Southern Clothing Market, and it was still a part of the Men’s Apparel Club, and governed accordingly. I think it originally used the Manger Motel as their place to exhibit. It then moved to the Holiday Inn on North Tryon Street. It would remain there until it was moved to the Ramada Inn on Independence Boulevard. By then the exhibitors numbered between 40-60. This was a perfect setting for this type of market, as most of the rooms faced a pool in the center. Things remained pretty much the same for a time, but as the hotel began to get run down, a group of five people thought it was time to relocate to something better. The Fabulous Five, which was made up of Allen Pharr, John Evans, David Chiles, Mickey Phillips and Ed Levy, did some researching and made the final decision that the Embassy Suites would be a nice new home for the Southern Clothing Market. In August 1989, the Embassy became the home of the Southern Clothing Market. That was the right decision because, at that time there were a little over sixty exhibitors at that first market. In just a short time the number of exhibitors would swell to around 180. It would soon become one of the best regional collective markets in the United States and it continues to hold the distinction of one of the best three in the country. Meanwhile, the Charlotte MAC Market continued to exhibit at the Charlotte Merchandise Mart and was one (“Southern” pg 5) Left to right - Allen Pharr, John Evans, David Chiles, Kevin Plucker-Embassy General Manager, Kathy Domby-Embassy Sales Director, Mickey Phillips, and Ed Levy THE AUGUST 2011 SOUTHERN CLOTHING MARKET WILL MARK THE 22ND ANNIVERSARY AT THE EMBASSY May 2011 Page 4 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com VARSITY MEN’S WEAR - RALEIGH, NC In 1954 Israel Freedman opened the Varsity Men’s Wear at 2430 Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, NC across from the NC State University. Israel sold the business to his son Robert Freedman and Dicky Hardy in 1969. Harry Pollock came to work at the store that same year. Location 4350-110 Lassiter at North Hills Raleigh, NC 27609 Hours Monday-Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm The Varsity Men’s Wear was a classic men’s clothing institution from the beginning, and that tradition is carried on today. They offer a variety of Business, Business Casual, Custom, Shoes, and Frat Wear to their customers. The store was moved to the Crabtree Valley Mall (Raleigh) in 1972. There was 3000 square feet of the best menswear that money could buy. In 1975 Harry Pollock became a partner and he eventually bought out Dick Hardy in 2006. He also bought out Robert Freedman in 2008. Many of Harry’s customers are children and grandchildren of loyal patrons the store has had the privilege of serving for over 50 years. The discerning gentleman can create his own look by choosing from a myriad of fine fabrics from Varsity’s custom department. Including men’s clothing, they offer an attractive selection of accessories and furnishings that make wonderful gift items. The store was relocated to 4350-110 Lassiter at North Hills there in Raleigh on February 23, 2010. This “new” store has 2500 square feet of space. This seems to work out just fine with Harry Pollock. Go online to view the stores website at www.varsitymenswear.net. Business, Business Casual Custom Shoes Frat Wear The name that men of taste associate with upscale clothing and personalized service. Our nearly fifty years in the men’s clothing business has taught us to become good listeners. You, our client, always challenge us to improve ourselves. We have done this by consistently providing fresh, wearable clothing with the service you have come to expect from us. Fine Men’s Clothing For Men of Taste Discover new confidence in your impeccably tailored business attire, or relax for the weekend in cozy casual. Call us today to schedule your personal appointment at our store, or at a location convenient to you. Either way, we will make you feel right at home. Next time you are at North Hills, don’t hesitate, drop on in. Sincerely, The Varsity Team May 2011 SOUTHERN from page 3 of the strongest markets in the country, serving a diverse group of retailers from NC, SC, GA, VA, W. VA, TN, KY, AL, FL. In 1972 when Executive Director Larry D. Holland came on board, there were 375 exhibitors showing at the MAC markets. In just 5 years, that number would increase to 475 exhibitors. This caused a problem for the people who had to room the market each time, as the space was running out. At that time, the booth sizes were 8 x 12, 8 x 18 and 8 x 24. In order to gain the space needed in the two buildings (120,000 square feet), the spaces were cut down to 8 x 10, 8 x 15, and 8 x 20. This worked out for a short time, as we would again face a problem with space. The Board of Directors made the decision to allot space according to the circumstance. Some companies at the time would have 12 to 14 salesmen, each using 10 feet of space, while others would use 30 feet for one person or 40 feet for 2 people. The changes were as follows, one person could get no more than 15 feet, 2 people could get no more than 25 feet, etc. By this time (around 1980) some of those people who showed at the Southern Clothing market started to cut back on the number of markets they attended during the years, and this sort of solved the problem with a shortage of space. Over the years, because of a number of other markets in the country, the Charlotte MAC Market started to feel a loss of exhibitors. Those huge numbers of exhibitors dropped from the whopping 475 down to a little over 100. This was due to those exhibitors who were showing at the Southern Clothing Market, were also slowing up on the number of times they would exhibit during the year. Also, add on to the fact that the number of urban manufacturers were not showing in Charlotte. All of these factors helped the size of the market to start diminishing. As the Charlotte MAC market grew smaller, in both exhibitors and retailers, the costs began to be a problem. In an effort to stop the loses, the market was moved from the Charlotte Merchandise Mart, to the Embassy Suites (during the SCM if possible). That did not seem to help with the problem. Then the Charlotte MAC Market was moved to the Metrolina Expo on Hwy 21, North of Charlotte, where the Board felt it would grow in size to a working proposition. This was a great venue for the show, but after four markets at that location, and each were not profitable, the Board of Directors made the decision to fold the tent and stop running the Charlotte MAC Market. Executive Director Larry D. Holland stated, “I was the last one to say that we just could no longer afford to operate the market as a losing proposition. I always felt that market was a service to our retailers and genuinely hated to see it finished. But, organizations such as ours cannot operate with a deficit budget. I served that market for 38 years and did not want to see it go.” Even though there is no Charlotte MAC Market, there will always be a Southern Clothing Market, which is operated by the Men’s Apparel Club of the Carolinas, Inc., and always remember, you are a MAC Member forever. Gary O’Malley Sales Representative San-Malone Enterprises Pima Direct Golfwear/Sportswear Madison Creek Outfitters 704.236.9937 Cell 704.892.3386 Fax omalleygj@aol.com 188 Yeoman Road Mooresville, NC 28117 Howard David Liss 704-564-0348 ~ hdliss@msn.com P. O. Box 247 Glendale Springs, NC 28629 MONTIQUE INT’L SILVERSILK STEVE HARVEY SPORTSWEAR GRUPPO BRAVO LUCASINI SHIRT STACY ADAMS DRESS SHIRTS WINFRED SOWDERS Still & Company, LLP Certified Public Accountants David M. Still We are available to serve members of the Men’s Apparel Club. Please call us to arrange for an initial consultation at no charge. SALEM NECKWEAR LAVIN BELTS, SUSPENDERS TOP CIRCLE HOSIERY (910) 439-5336, Tel (910) 417-5190, Cell (910) 439-5336, Fax isowders@aol.com Southern Clothing Market Spring 2012 Embassy Suites Hotel, August 6, 7, 8, 2011 (704)502-4176 Today’s Quote SINCLAIR SALES Marketing and Sales 107 Hermitage Road Lexington, SC 29072 Charles A. Sinclair Page 5 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com Truth is like the sun. You can shut it out for a time, but it ain’t goin’ away. Elvis Presley (1935-1977) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ May 2011 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com A Tribute to Bill Cole (by BECAUSE WE CARE Glenna Watts - President, from page 2 Charlotte Shag Club) Bill Cole, Owner of Lynn’s Speakeasy Passes I know some of our MAC members knew and remembers Bill Cole from L y n n ’ s Speakeasy across the street from the Embassy Suites. Many of our members and retailers have enjoyed the music and dancing at Lynn’s, and I feel sure most have met Bill Cole. Bill and his girlfriend Kitten, always sat near the entrance in their private “high back chairs.” Bill would always greet the club patrons as they entered the club. Bill was always ready to oblige any MAC member who came in, by either a discounted admission, or no charge at all. He was the one that really got Lynn’s on the map and did more to promote the club than any owner before him. Rest In Peace Bill Cole Larry D. Holland-Executive Director of the Men’s Apparel Club of the Carolinas, Inc. There are so many stories and memories of Bill that I honestly do not know where to start. There is such sadness in the depth of my heart that I can’t begin to put it on paper. Sometimes I just think about something he said to me and I’ll burst out with tears. Several of you have told me you feel the same way so I know that some of your hearts are truly hurting the same as mine. So how do we make sense of our sudden loss and what memories do we choose to carry on with us? My mother always said if after her death I spoke of her often to my children and friends she would always be alive in my heart and right there with me. I believe her, and to this day I think that is what helps me deal with her passing. I think the same is true with Bill. As long as we pass stories along he will always be alive in our hearts and we’ll carry those memories always. As we all know, Bill definitely loved to entertain and make people laugh. A few of those moments come to mind when I remember his involvement with our Flashback Parties. He looked so forward to being part of the entertainment. On American Bandstand he and Kitten dressed as teenagers and did a mad jitterbug; on our Cruise, he was a member of the Dreadlock Band of Jamaica and a hula dancer in Hawaii. He loved the hula dance so much he sent it to America’s Funniest Videos. Another year, he was a Marilyn Monroe wannabe, with white dress, big red lips, blond wig and pranced around the stage as proud as I’ve ever seen him. With our New York, Glitter and Glitz theme, he fit right in with our all male Chorus Line, kicking up his heels and having a ball. Halloween parties were always a favorite time for him also. A memory that comes back to me was when all the Carolina Girls dressed up as Playboy Bunnies and he was Hugh Heffner. He definitely enjoyed the Hugh connection. Most recently, he had changed hats all together and started doing imitations of George Burns. Bill always had a way of making everyone feel special. For his George Burns act, he graciously encouraged me to be his card holder and reserved a front seat for me so he could read his cards. The cards went from very small in the beginning to HUGE by the end of his act. Of course, most of us were laughing with him because the punch lines were sometimes hard to understand and he’d burst out laughing which brought the house down. The punch lines just didn’t matter at that point. Bill had a way of making us feel so important. He’d sit at his table and speak to everyone who passed by. He’d always want someone to sit with him and he’d say “now I’m going to tell you this BUT don’t tell anybody”. That person would On Any Given Day Page 6 find out later that he had told everyone the same thing. In a prior career before his landscaping business, or his purchase of Lynn’s, Bill was an auctioneer. One year when we had a fundraiser for cancer, he auctioned off several items. Once again the stage was his and he was a hit. The last time I spoke to Bill was the Saturday before he left us. He was at the Juniors Shag Dance contest and in our last conversation he told me he wanted me to help promote unity with the CSC, our juniors and all the other groups that visit our club. Maybe not exactly in those words but his intent was very genuine and sincere. One thing is for sure, Bill’s spirit is and will always be alive at Lynn’s and there will not be a time that he isn’t thought of by us when we walk in that door. Rest well, my good friend, and entertain the angels to your heart’s content. A celebration of Bill’s life will be held on Saturday, May 14th. Lou Gehrig “This is the day the Lord has made. Get up, go to the ballpark and do your very best.” - Joe Martin Joe Martin has ALS and can barely move a muscle, yet he is inspirational to all of us. Every day with Joe offers the joys of living and the triumph of the spirit. God’s greatest gift to man is the brain, and Joe exemplifies the brain in magnificent solo flight. His courage and wit shine through in every way and on every page. Joe is truly my hero, and I feel privileged to know him. —Dr. Stanley H. Appel, Professor and Chair of the Department of Neurology and Director of the MDA/ALS Research Center, Baylor College of Medicine. On Any Given Day is a contemporary profile in courage. Joe Martin’s quest for racial reconciliation, while he clings doggedly to life, proves again that fact is more inspiring than fiction. —Hugh B. Price, President, National Urban League, Inc. On November 22, 1998, Joe Martin maneuvered his motorized chair to his desk and to the computer that let him type by bouncing an infrared beam off his eye as he looked at a keyboard on the screen. ALS—Lou Gehrig’s disease—had deprived him of nearly all his muscle control. But ALS does not affect the mind, and his mind now was filled with anger and determinatio. Like millions of Americans, Joe had just watched a 60 Minutes program in which Jack Kevorkian “euthanized” a man. The man had Lou Gerhig’s disease and had begun to lose hope—just as Joe once had. But instead of helping the man recover from the trauma of his condition, Kevorkian had helped him abandon hope. Whatever good that man might have accomplished—whatever purpose the rest of his life might have held—was gone in the plunge of Dr. Death’s syringe. Joe Martin had already outlived one doctor’s prognosis by more than two years. He was still building a career as what his boss called the “conscience” of the largest bank in the United States. Since being diagnosed with ALS, he’d helped start the Southeast’s first comprehensive center for ALS research and patient care. He’d begun a movement to improve race relations in the Carolinas. Now, he was writing a book. Joe wanted that book to tell people with serious problems not how to die but how to live. He wanted to tell them how, on any given day, people could not predict what might be possible with the help of understanding doctors, family members, and friends and the oversight of a loving God. That night, focusing on each letter, comma, and space with his eyes, Joe composed an e-mail to his collaborator on the book. The man on television, he wrote, had died not from ALS but from hopelessness and terror. ”Hopelessness and terror are both curable,” the e-mail said. “Write faster!” About the authors Joe Martin holds a doctorate in English from Duke University. He helped engineer North Carolina National Bank’s expansion into Florida, the initial step in creating Bank of America, the nation’s first coast-to-coast banking corporation. He is a recipient of the Urban League’s Whitney M. Young Award and the Echo Foundation’s Humanitarian Award. Ross Yockey is the author of numerous nonfiction books, among them biographies of Hugh McColl, Zubin Mehta, and Andre Previn. An Emmy Award winner, he has written extensively for television. He has also written documentary films, one of which was a winner at the New York International Film Festival. For Joe, hope, love, and a sense of purpose extended his 20 months to 12 years. Those 12 years were filled with a celebration of life with his family, a dedication to improving his community and the relationships in it, and a commitment of striving for greater accommodation to the needs of people with disabilities and for affordable and better health care for people with ALS. The Joe Martin ALS Foundation is the realization of Joe Martin’s dream to help other families cope and live fully with ALS. (born June 19, 1903, New York, New York, U.S.—died June 2, 1941, New York City) one of the most durable players in American professional baseball and one of its great hitters. From June 1, 1925, to May 2, 1939, Gehrig, playing first base for the New York Yankees, appeared in 2,130 consecutive games, a record that stood until it was broken on September 6, 1995, by Cal Ripken, Jr., of the Baltimore Orioles. In 1939, Gehrig was diagnosed with a rare nervous system disorder, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS); this disease has come to be known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. On May 2, he took himself out of the Yankees’ lineup, and he never played baseball again. Lou left baseball with a career batting average of .340, with 493 home runs and 1,990 runs batted in, all during regular season play. In seven World Series (34 games), he batted .361, hit 10 home runs, and drove in 35 runs. Visit www.alsa.org May 2011 Page 7 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com Raffle Results For St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital St. Jude is the only pediatric cancer research center where families never pay for treatment not covered by insurance. No child is ever denied treatment because of the family’s inability to pay. Since Bryan Frahm is so interested in race cars, and has always stated he would love to be able to drive one, Larry Holland said to him, “I won’t let you drive my dragster, but I will take you for a “ride-along.” From this conversation with Dianne and Bryan, the idea of a raffle to benefit a charity was conceived. Eventually, that benefactor would be the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This raffle was held during the Fall 2011 Southern Clothing Market. And, there were some thoughtful and giving folks who stepped forward to give the prizes. The Embassy Suites put up two separate nights stay at the hotel, the Omaha Steakhouse gave two $75 certificates, the Men’s Apparel Club was nice enough to give two fifty dollar bills, and Larry Holland kicked in two ride-alongs in his 1970 Blown and Injected methanol burning Olds Cutlass Supreme dragster. Dianne Norton chose the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as the recipient of the proceeds from the raffle drawing. This is a great organization that does many great things for a lot of needy children and their families. The lucky folks who had their names drawn were as follows... Dean Carroll from Coachman Clothiers in Knoxville, TN won a $75 gift certificate to Omaha Steakhouse, as well as Hugh Testerman from Blakley-Mitchell Clothing In Bristol, VA. MAC Member Randy Campbell and Manufacturer Samatha Carter each won a nights stay at the Embassy Suites Hotel. Steve Duggins from M. Christopher’s in Winston Salem, NC and Our new MAC Member Mark Stepherson won a nice $50 bill. Paul Haddock from Fairclough & Company in Charlotte, NC and Manufacturer James Hill won the ride in the dragster. A Day On the Strip This was no easy task, as Larry’s car has only one seat for the driver. Larry had to install a second seat and the proper seat harnesses for safety of the passenger. Total time to install this was over six hours, because the car was constructed for one person only. Well, the date for the ridealong was set for April 14th at the Mooresville Dragway in Mooresville, NC. Larry Holland had made the arrangements with Dragway Manager Tony Brown, which was a big favor, since ride-alongs in dragsters such as Larry’s monster Oldsmobile is not usually allowed because of insurance requirements and also the safety of spectators at the dragway. Dianne made sure the day was not without food and drink for the participants and friends who came out for a day of “Attitude Adjustment.” Larry and Dianne wanted this to be a day these folks would not forget, especially with friends from the Embassy coming. Elaine UtterStelmat, Kathy Domby and Susan Weissen (pictured above) came out for a day at the dragstrip to relax with everyone. They enjoyed the food and refreshments offered to those in attendance. It is a rarity that affords them and Larry and Dianne a chance to enjoy the fellowship away from their normal duties and connection in the business world at the Embassy. Paul Haddock (below) from Fairclough and Company in Charlotte, NC was the first up for his ride-along. After suiting up in a fire retardant drivers suit and properly snuggling Paul in with the five-way shoulder and belt restraint, it was time to fireup and roll to the starting line. Holland rolled up to the line and made a 6000 RPM ‘burnout” to clean off the tires. After a 2500 RPM “launch” the two roared off down the strip with an early shut-off, posting a speed of 110 MPH with an elapsed time of 6.10 seconds. This car usually posts times of 5:30 elapsed times at over 130 MPH (in the 1/8th mile-660 feet). Larry did not make a full run due to safety regulations. Paul was really excited with his trip down the strip. Next up was James Hill, son of MAC exhibitor Judy Hill (pictured above). James had been talking about this adventure experience for sometime and was excited about suiting up and (“On the Strip ” page 8) May 2011 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com Page 8 “On the Strip” From Page 7 getting all strapped in the car. He felt it was an awesome experience, and really liked the power the car transfers to the ground. Joe Sugar from Joe Sugar’s in St. Paul, NC was the third one to take a ride. But, after jamming him into Larry’s firesuit, about 2 sizes to small (pictured below) and cramming him into the race car (with the safety harness fixed into place around Joe), he didn’t feel comfortable. He stated “it was too tight” in there and elected not to take the ride-along. Even though he didn’t ride, he said he really enjoyed the camaraderie and fellowship, as well as the hospitality. It was a nice getaway from the office for him. It was great that he made the trip to support such a needy and worthwhile cause. MAC Vice President, Randy Campbell and his son Travis, made a special trip from Columbus, OH just to enjoy the festivities. Randy isn’t new to drag racing, as he once served as Larry Holland’s crew chief at the Rockingham Dragway during an appearance for the National Impala Association “Day at the Drags” in July of 2009, Randy was asked if he would like to make a ride-along in the place of Joe Sugar. He made an attempt, got suited up, strapped into to the car, but said it was much too hot in the suit and the car, and elected not to ride. Board Member James Leake also showed up to enjoy the day with salesmen and retailers, since he loves drag racing and hot cars. He commented that Holland’s car was “wild and fast. Just right down his alley.” MAC President, Gary O’Malley came along to support this benefit and just enjoy the day with everyone. When the food showed up he even jumped in and started cooking. Dianne sends a big “THANK YOU! Could not have done it without you.” MAC Executive Director Larry Holland states, “Even though it was lots of preparation and work, I really enjoyed doing my thing, being with everyone. It is always nice to be able to get away from normal daily chores to spend time with friends and business associates. Thanks to Dianne, Gary, Sylvia and Judy for making things a lot easier.” Paul Haddock tells of his experience on his “Ride Along” with Larry Holland in his 1200 hp Olds dragster. Kathy Domby (Embassy), James Hill, Elaine Utter (Embassy), MAC President, Gary O’Malley, and Joe Sugar from Joe Sugar’s in St. Paul, NC, enjoy a get away, from their normal chores, to come out to the Mooresville Drag Strip to support the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital “Ride Along” benefit event. Larry making his first run with passenger Paul Haddock from Fairclough Company in Charlotte, NC. The “MAC Big Cheese” and friends observe from the rear. Paul Haddock of the Fairclough Company is proud of his 1970 Gran Sport Buick (455 cu in). He brought it out for the “Ride Along” day and tried it out on the strip. May 2011 Page 9 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com Comments from participants and guests about the “Ride Along” Outing! Just a short note to give you a report on the fun we had at the Mooresville Dragstrip the 14th of April. The day started at about 10:00 AM with Larry Holland arriving early to start setting up the dragster he has had for many years along with his crew chief and engine man. In attendance were Joe Sugar, Paul Haddock, James Hill, James Leake, Andy Knorr, Randy Campbell-who drove from Columbus, Ohio with his son Travis, to be a part of this memorable experience, three ladies from the Embassy Suites, and myself. I had no idea how much work goes into running a dragster down the strip one time, much less 4-5 times. Larry spent the day working his “passion,” and I mean really working. To get the dragster set up requires a lot of time, experience, vast knowledge of what you are doing and of course, a lot of expense in doing so. Hats off to Larry for the time spent making this a great memory for all of us who were there as participants and observers. I won’t hesitate to say that it was obvious to me that we enjoyed the time and Larry worked his tail off to make it happen. Again, my hat is off to Larry as well as Dianne, in their efforts to make the Men’s Apparel Club of the Carolinas something special!!! - GARY O’MALLEY After the 2nd run, Larry experienced some oil leaks and crew chief Chris Dunnigan (Criminal Attorney) corrected the situation. (L to R) Paul Haddock, Billy Hicks (Holland car builder), Justus Daniels, Judy Wallis, and Larry Holland. Hopping in the shotgun seat of Larry’s dragster was unbelievable. When I saw Paul Haddock zip down the track the first time with Larry, I was pretty blown away. As nervous as I must have been, I enjoyed my ride through and through and felt surprisingly comfortable sitting next to Larry in his 1200 hp rocketship, I guess that’s the peace of mind you get knowing he’s been driving all his life. It was a hot spring day at the race track with plenty of friends, loud engines, hot dogs, and the smell of burnt rubber in the air. Who could ask for anything more. Thanks to Larry and everyone at the Men’s Apparel Club for making it possible and I’m glad the proceeds went to such a great cause in St. Jude’s Hospital. - JAMES HILL Elaine Utter-Stelmat, Director of Sales & Marketing, Susan Weissen, Director of Catering and Kathy Domby, Sr. Sales Manager, from the Embassy Suites Charlotte had a wonderful day being at the track with everyone. All before 2 p.m., we enjoyed Dianne’s specialty hot dog buffet, Larry’s cocktail hour and got the chance to see the “famous” dragster racing down the track. It was a blast being able to see Larry out of his business suit and in his race suit doing what he most enjoys. Thank you for inviting us and we are looking forward to seeing everyone at the August Southern Clothing Market. At our last market, our Executive Director, Larry Holland had a drawing for St. Jude Children’s Hospital. I won the ride-along in Larry’s 1200 horse power race car. If you are not a car guy, a 1200 horsepower, alcohol blown, 5 second car, probably does not mean much to you. If you are a car guy you know that is pretty darn fast. On a sunny April Thursday, the winners met at the Mooresville Race Track for a ride-a-long. I was the first to ride and what a ride it was. Larry lent me his race suit, supplied a crash helmet and off we went. When the light turned green the car pulled forward like a rocket. I was stunned with the power and how much the car kept pulling. It was a great day. Larry was quite the host. He set up a bar with beer and cold drinks and fed us hot dogs for lunch. If you have a chance, take a wild ride in Larry’s race car. - PAUL HADDOCK We would like to thank everyone for your help and support in this very special event. We especially want to thank Tony Brown and the staff at Mooresville Dragway. We thoroughly enjoyed the time spent working together for a very worthy cause. - Larry Holland and Dianne Norton May 2011 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com February 5, 6, 7 2011 Southern Clothing Market - Embassy Suites Hotel Tom & Valerie Windram and Tim Lee, enjoy the evening relaxing after a busy day. Xan Hood is one of our “first time” exhibitors. He did an outstanding job decorating his room. Bruce and Shelly Wender, busy at work with a room full of customers. Standing, left to right: Bruce Wender & Shelly Wender; Don Knocks-MS McClellan, Knoxville, TN; Ardie Ulukaya-34 Heritage. Sitting, front to back: Herman West, Wilhemina Greenlee, and Greg Shockley-Dawson’s, Morristown, TN Page 10 May 2011 Page 11 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com Lynda C. Carpenter Randy Campbell 345 Rothaus Court, Stockbridge, GA 30281 Ofc: 770-975-0775 Fax: 770-320-9194 Cell: 727-244-3748, golfntie@gmail.com 2600 Lackey Meadows Drive Delaware, OH 43015 Southern Clothing Market August 6, 7, 8, 2011 VIV Shirts Inc 15475 Greenway Hayden Loop Scottsdale, AZ 85260 800-710-4118 IMM Neckwear Inc 7625 Golden Triangle Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344 800-999-TIES John Hill Southern Clothing Market August 6, 7, 8, 2011 “Lord Daniel Sportswear” “Cotton Traders” “Superior Clothing” Ph: 919-658-9433 Fax: 919-635-3729 email: ragmanrep@aol.com Jeff Goodman 2052 Paran Court Marietta, GA 30062 770-241-1655 (Cell) 770-977-1116 (Ph & Fax) Southern Clothing Market August 6, 7, 8, 2011 Viltorio St. Angelo Marquis Suits and Pants Shirts, Sweaters and Jeans I. N. Shoes Dubal Brothers Fashion Footwear Ties and Accessories Ph: 740-657-1333 Fax: 740-657-1444 randycampbell3@netzero.com Southern Clothing Market August 6, 7, 8, 2011 Vinci Fortini Lucci Pallini Ranalli Elegante Gentiluomo Davis Bros. Accessories 543 Sykes Farm Road Asheboro, NC 27205 336-302-7517 (Cell) 336-625-6585 (Fax) Southern Clothing Market August 6, 7, 8, 2011 stevedavis@triad.rr.com Steve Davis President May 2011 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com Page 12 February 5, 6, 7 2011 Southern Clothing Market - Embassy Suites Hotel Ken Reynolds and Seth Steinberg work with Cliff Brown and Craig Monroe - Wickets, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Lynda Carpenter and Shasa Hourizadeh, President of Luchiano Visconti with Glenn Warren and Tom Dixon-Tom Glenn Associates. David Chiles and buyer, Tom Bucklelew from Buckelew’s in Montgomery, Alabama. John Evans working with Bill and Hugh Testerman fromBlakley-Mitchell, Bristol, VA. Dave Kasmer has a full house. Pictured, Back L to R: Don & Renee with Webb-Johnson’s, Etowah, TN; Gene & Bonnie Mills-Wolpert’s Dept Store, Loris, SC; Ronnie Bailes & Kirbie Hall-The Men’s Shop, York, SC. Jim (Bird Dog) McKenry sporting a new beard. Mickey Phillips and Mary-Kathryn Phillips working with Larry Davidson - Davidson’s, Roanoke, Virginia. Ron Winfield and his lady, Sonja Dollison. Ronnie has been away for over 20 years and has returned to show at the Southern Clothing Market. Welcome back Ronnie. May 2011 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com Page 13 February 5, 6, 7 2011 Southern Clothing Market - Embassy Suites Hotel Tygh Bailes working with Bill Womac-Boyde Thomas Clothing, Maryville, TN, showing him his new Spring lines. Andrew Bridier takes a moment from his work to pose for the camera. Andrew is working with Carmen Kinney from David Lindsey Clothiers, Greenwood, SC. Neil Borin, owner of Carrot & Gibbs, Ltd, work with Mark Ambrogi and Kevin ReardonFranco’s Fine Clothier, Richmond, Virginia. Peter Carter, Chris Piper and Tonya Moses take a break from a busy day. John Allen Ford and Gary Reavis of Teague’s in Hilton Head Island, SC. Ed Levy works with his customers. James Hill and Judy Hill pose for the camera. Look for James’ dragstrip pictures on page 7, 8, and 9. Read about his experience. Jim Sweeney and Mike Cook take a moment during their break for a picture. May 2011 Page 14 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com Membership Roster -AAbitbol, Richard 1377 Clint Moore Road #200 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Ph: 561-893-0555 Cell: 561-306-7400 Fax: 561-893-0554 richard@bugatchiuomo.com Bugatchi Uomo Apparel, Inc. Aildasani, Raja T. 5438-A E. Independence Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28212 Ph: 704-531-2222 Fax: 704-566-9090 Mayfair-Bazaar Inc Four Star Imports Inc Anthony, J. Stewart (Past President) 4915 Montibello Drive Charlotte, NC 28226 Home: 704-542-0034 Appleby, Forrest L. “Woody” P. O. 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Box 473099 Charlotte, NC 28247 Ph: 703-309-1988 Cell: 703-309-1988 Fax: 704-817-1501 judy@highcottonties.com High Cotton Ties Hill, Richard 2511 Meredith Court Rock Hill, SC 29732 Ph: 803-242-4838 Cell: 803-242-4838 Fax: 803-366-7781 richardusc@hotmail.com RNG Clothing Honer, Kathy 146 Walker St, SW Atlanta, GA 30313 Ph: 404-522-1965 Cell: 404-226-5529 Fax: 404-522-4552 atlantak@aol.com Falcone Suits Blu Martini Sportswear DonJonathan Southern Souls Shoes Stacy Adams Suits Hopper, Steven R. 592 E. Henderson Road Boaz, AL 35957 Ph: 256-840-5047 Cell: 256-298-2389 Fax: 256-840-5293 shopper@allenedmonds.com Allen Edmonds Shoe Corp Woodlore Shoe Care & Acces Horowitz, Steve 4760 NW 28th Avenue Boca Raton, FL 33434 Ph: 561-241-5592 (and Fax) Cell: 561-213-7868 sofalina@aol.com Jack Victor Company Bugatchi Uomo Housden, Sam 716 Magnolia Street Bowling Green, KY 42103 sam_housden@bellsouth.net Phone: 270-293-5893 Fax: 270-782-5231 Houseknecht, Blanche H. 730 5th Avenue New York, NY 10019 Ph: 212-842-9926 Cell: 917-294-2326 Fax: 212-765-1101 blancheh@gladsonltd.com Gladson Ltd. MTM Luggage Serving Our Retailers Since 1940! Howard, Emmie 1872 Hickory Road Chamblee, GA 30341 Ph: 770-654-4496 Cell: 404-805-3825 emmie@southernproper.com Southern Proper ® Howell, Reagan 1872 Hickory Road Chamblee, GA 30341 Ph: 404-805-3825 reagan@southernproper.com Southern Proper ® Hubbard, Ed S. P. O. Box 1526 Carrollton, GA 30112 Ph: 770-834-8833 e.hubbard@thesewellcompanies.com Warren-Sewell Clothing Co Hughes, Danny 106 Emily Court Carrollton, GA 30117 Ph: 770-834-3429 Cell: 770-853-9309 Fax: 770-834-3429 jdannyhughes@bellsouth.net The Sewell Companies J S Blank FX Fusion Thompson Belt Works -JJensen, Hal 1104 Wentworth Drive Florence, SC 29501 Cell: 704-756-3872 Fax: 866-763-5815 hcjensen920@gmail.com Jackson Payne Assoc Fullum & Holt XMI Johns, Rick PO Box 1495 Southern Pines, NC 28388 Ph: 800-329-3572 Cell: 919-708-3604 Fax: 910-692-8887 rjohns4@nc.rr.com Signature Tumblers Gem-Dandy Charlie’s Soap Scene Weaver CSI International Jones, Samuel 950 Windsor Place Circle Grayson, GA 30017 Cell: 404-281-0323 Fax: 770-277-0734 sambo@daviddonahue David Donahue Jordan, Bob 3889 Dundee Drive Roswell, GA 30075 Ph: 770-993-4520 Cell: 770-329-8808 Fax: 770-587-9084 bobjor@att.net Equilibrio Shirts Ibiza May 2011 Page 16 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com Membership Roster -KKaizer, Paul 138 Glenwood Drive Monroeville, PA 15146 Ph: 412-856-5863 Cell: 412-977-8837 Fax: 412-856-5448 paulkaizer@aol.com Alpetora G. Manzoni Lea, Sherry G. 1203 Benbrooke Court, NW Acworth, GA 30101 Ph: 770-425-9521 Cell: 770-378-5636 Fax: 770-425-2210 lea_k@bellsouth.net Bollman hat Co Bailey of Hollywood Kangol Headwear USA Kashgagian,Rachael 650 5thAve - 27th Floor NewYork,NY10019 Phone: 212-841-4073 Cell: 917-671-6339 Fax:212-315-2636 kashgagian@josephabboud.com J.A.Apparel Joseph Abboud Leake, James H. 3833 Audrey Street Charlotte, NC 28215 Ph: 704-537-3084 Fax: 704-537-6262 leakj.hleake@aol.com Soprano/Vanderbilt S&G Kasmer, David K. 11180 Crofton Overlook Court Johns Creek, GA 30097 Ph: 678-475-0125 Cell: 404-790-2358 Fax: 678-473-9948 dave.kasmer@cuttersales.com Cutter & Buck Forsyth of Canada, Inc. S. Cohen LeCroy, Stacy 250 Spring St , Suite12S351 Atlanta, GA 30303 Ph: 404-658-7822 Ext 103 Fax: 404-658-7826 slecroy@warnaco.com Warnaco Chaps Kiser, Ed (Past President) 526 Brackensbury Lane Charlotte, NC. 28105 Kleinberg,W. 56E.AndrewsDrive,NW Atlanta,GA30305 Ph:404-814-1990 Fax:404-814-9704 dianadellaratta@wkleinberg.com william@wkleinberg.com WKleinberg Knott, Chris 220 James Jackson Avenue Cary, NC 27513 Ph: 866-570-2932 Cell: 919-349-9041 Fax: 919-465-0255 cknott@petermillar.com Peter Millar Krajack, George (Past President) 860-71 Jetton Street Davidson, NC 28036 -LLake, Peter (Past President) 8454 Beverly Road, 2nd Fl Kew Gardens, NY 11415 Ph: 718-809-3008 skyneckwear@yahoo.com Lawrence, David G. 2 Grove Lane Daniel Island, SC 29492 Ph: 843-278-1972 Cell: 404-626-8898 Fax: 843-278-1970 lawrencedavidg@yahoo.com Southwick, Drake’s of London Zelli Exotic Shoes Peter Blair Accessories Dunning Sportswear Barrons-Hunter Liss, Howard (Past President) P. O. Box 247 Glendale Springs, NC 28629 Ph: 704-564-0348 hdliss@msn.com Syllables, Inc Stacy Adams Sportswear Gruppo Bravo Montique Int’l Lucasini Shirt Stacy Adams Dress Shirts Lorenzo,Jean 734NinthStreet Durham,NC27705 Ph:919-286-3633 Fax:919-286-3470 bernards@bernardsformalwear.com Bernard’sFormalwear -MMacDonald, Jim 4105 129th Street W Cortez, FL 34215 Ph: 941-792-4156 Fax: 941-792-2966 Cell: 941-350-6943 jim@toririchard.com Tori Richard Ltd Lederman, Sid (Past President) 11 Edenwood Court Charleston, SC 29407 Ph: 843-766-0735 Fax: 843-766-0785 suitsme@comcast.net Lee, Timothy D. 3090 Bent Creek Terrace Alpharetta, GA 30005 Ph: 770-740-1335 Fax: 770-663-6333 timlee@tagusa.com The Apparel Group Ltd - Enro/Damon Lepper, Reg 1330 Benbrook Lane Acworth, GA 30101 Ph: 770-423-0354 Cell: 770-318-5540 Fax: 770-423-1461 rlepper1@aol.com HMX, LLC Levine, Gary 5790-B Fox Hollow Drive Boca Raton, FL 33486 Ph: 561-417-4308 Cell: 561-445-1945 Fax: 561-417-6412 garyslevin@aol.com Peerless Clothing Levy, Edward S. 5114 Masters Lane Wilson, NC 27896 Ph: 252-291-4355 Cell: 252-230-5377 Fax: 252-291-8253 elevy@nc.rr.com Ballin International Bresciani Hosiery Tateossian Tino Cosma TLS International Massengill, Bob W. (Past President) 5438 Longview Drive Charleston, WV 25313 Cell: 304-546-9241 Fax: 304-776-4376 bobsellmachine@aol.com Mayer, Andy 9614 Della Drive Richmond, VA 23238 Ph: 804-740-9521 Fax: 804-741-4676 mayersales@aol.com Hardwick Clothes Private Stock Neckwear Lux Cashmere Cole Hahn Hosiery Cape Madras and Cape Madras Twills Mayer, Steve 2556 West Haddon Avenue Chicago, IL 60622 Ph: 773-252-7083 Cell: 312-523-6167 Fax: 773-252-7084 carrie@birddogbay.com Bird Dog Bay McClung, Michael 2222 61st Street Sarasota, FL 34243 Cell: 941-544-1202 michaelmcclung@comcast.net Saltaire Scojo TailorByrd McDowell, Ken (Past President) 743 Inwood Road Asheboro, NC 27205 Ph: 336-629-3285 Fax. 336-626-7667 McGee, Joe (Past President) 3521 Kylemore Court Charlotte, NC 28210 Ph: 704-553-2931 McKenry, Jim “Bird Dog” 130 W. 57th Street - Ste 5E New York, NY 10019 Ph: 212-757-4664 Cell: 202-257-0443 Fax: 212-757-4665 jmckenry@birddoggroup.net Breuer Paris Codis Maya - London, Dents of England McMillian, W.L “Bo” (Past President) P. O. Box 407 Mullins, SC 29547 Ph: 843-464-8656 (and Fax) Middlebrooks, Greg 180 Camp Drive Carrollton, GA 30117 Ph: 770-834-1731 (and Fax) middlebg@bellsouth.net Neema Clothing, Byford Miles, Richard (Rick) 630 Sweet Stream Trace Duluth, GA 30097 Ph: 404-514-8515 (and Cell) Fax: 404-759-2265 rickmiles@genesco.com Genesco, Inc. Johnson & Murphy Miller, Kent 2090 Dunwoody Heritage Drive Dunwoody, GA 30350 Ph: 770-396-9190 Fax: 770-396-1549 hossmiller@hotmail.com Vitaliano Pancaldi Miller, Bob RD#2 - Box 2108B Stroudsburg, PA 18360 Ph: 570-424-6463 (and Cell) Fax: 570-424-5795 miller16@ptd.net Remy Leathers Miller, Robert B. (Past President) 1200 Shalimar Drive High Point, NC 27262 Ph: 336-869-3520 Mironoff, Galina 351 E. 51st Street Suite 90 New York, NY 10022 Ph: 212-355-1279 Cell: 646-250-4080 Fax: 212-355-1279 galina.mironoff@yahoo.com Miro Galli, Inc. MAC of Germany - Casual Pants L. B. M. 1911 - Sportswear Collection Serving Our Retailers Since 1940! Moody, Bob 4116 Ivy Hall Drive Columbia, SC 29206 Ph: 803-782-2244 (and Fax) Cell: 803-960-1607 rpmoody50@msn.com Berle Overton Alashan Cashmere G. J. Cahn Bow Ties Moses, Tonya 1221 Van Allen Mews NW Atlanta, GA 30318 Ph: 404-933-7700 (and cell) Fax: 404-343-4439 skyeshowroom@gmail.com AgaveDenim/Surf Cowboy 7 Diamonds Muhammadali, Salim 8 West 36th Street, 7th Fl New York, NY 10018 Ph: 212-279-2777 Fax: 212-239-6878 salim@baycreekusa.com Bay Creek, Inc -Attitude Gold Myers,Jay 3401CastBendWay Buford,GA30579 Ph:678-464-0227 Cell:678-464-0227 jay2010@bellsouth.net j.myers@measureupco.com MeasureUp Mynatt, Bill (Past President) 3700 S. West Port Avenue #4106 Sioux Falls, S. DK 57106 Ph: 704-819-0326 Mynatt, Keith P. O. Box 10923 Bradenton, FL 34282 Ph: 941-752-9658 (and Fax) Cell: 941-807-0429 kamynatt@verizon.net Excelled/Columbia Outerwear J & H Designs -NNathan, Floyd B. 101 Gillespie Drive #12105 Franklin, TN 37067 Cell: 615-424-2515 Fax: 615-690-8984 fbmtnathan@aol.com Alpetora Imports Mattarazi Uomo Cotten Reel Norwood, Chuck 3312 Forest Vista Drive Dacula, GA 30019 Ph: 800-333-8398 Fax: 866-228-3091 cforshirts@aol.com Overton Apparel Overton, Tiger Mountain May 2011 Page 17 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com Membership Roster -OO’Malley, Gary 188 Yeoman Lane Mooresville, NC 28117 Ph: 704-892-3386 (and Fax) Cell: 704-236-9937 omalleygj@aol.com San-Malone Enterprises Pima-Direct Golfwear/Sportswear Madison Creek Outfitters Ortiz, Rusty 1201 N. Fillmore Street, #613 Arlington, VA 22201 Ph: 7773-706-22864 Fax: 262-235-6785 rortiz@allenedmonds.com Allen Edmonds Show Corp SWIMS Overfelt, Joe B. 4425 Lee Avenue Virginia Beach, VA 23455 Ph: 757-460-0246 Cell: 757-337-2364 Fax: 757-363-9812 Southern Tide -PPagamo, Tammy 58 West 40th Street, 6th Floor New York, NY 10018 Ph: 212-575-1186 Cell: 201-637-2212 Fax: 212-575-0983 tammy@natnast.com The Nat Nast Company Nat Nast Luxury Originals Pendleton, Mark 124 North Cardinal Pl, Suite 103 Wilmington, NC 28405 Ph: 910-790-5554 Cell: 910-476-3818 Fax: 206-666-7344 mark@mpendletoncompany.com Trafalgar Perkins, Don P. O. Box 63003 Irving, TX 75063 Ph: 214-498-4413 (and Cell) perk2k@earthlink.net Alden Shoe Co. Perry, Jack 7286 S. H./Gum Springs Rd Siler City, NC 27344 Ph: 919-663-5521 Cell: 919-619-2607 Fax: 919-742-2228 wjperu@aol.com Martin Dingman Leathergoods Pharr, Allen 9424 Barton Creek Road Raleigh, NC 27615 Ph: 919-846-1048 Fax: 919-846-4040 apharr@nc.rr.com Barbour English Sportswear Belted Cow Bird Dog Bay Phillips, Mickey M. 4 Forest Lane Wendell, NC 27591 Ph: 919-365-9073 Cell: 919-812-7965 Fax: 919-365-6609 mickeyphillips1@aol.com Gitman Shirtmakers J. Z. Richards Neckties Leighton Umbrellas Richerson, Jimmy 5346 Tewkesbury Trace Tallahassee, FL 32309 Ph: 850-980-0321 (and Cell) Fax: 850-383-8031 irjr@comcast.net Martin Dingman Pollack, Gary 61 Coldwater Court Thornhill, Ont L4J754 Ph: 905-709-0448 Ph: 637-296-1593 Fax: 416-236-3100 Cell: 305-505-3338 garypollack@ymail.com Gary Pollack Sales - Lipson Shirts Romane Fragrances - Calone Port, Richard 6685-B Boca Pines Trail Boca Raton, FL 33433 Ph: 561-852-1834 (and Fax) Cell: 561-306-3289 r1port@comcast.net Luigi Bianchi Mantova Ingram Dolcepunta Haupt Alberto Codice Raffi Richmond, Jimmy 2323 W. McLean Avenue Chicago, IL 60647 Cell: 773-251-3433 jimmy.richmond@donaldjpliner.com Donald J Pliner Ringley, Edward 208 Pebble Glen Drive Franklin, TN 37064 Ph: 615-790-2729 Fax: 615-791-4269 Austin Reed Clothing Rivkin, Allen J. 1932 York Dr. Columbia, SC 29204 Ph: 803-782-6847 Rosenthal, Richard 9 Admiral Lane Norwalk, CT 06851 Ph: 212-840-1871 Cell: 203-979-2488 Fax: 203-286-1055 richard@tailorvintage.com Sam and Ty, LLC -RRager, Glenn B. 117 Colony Circle Ft. Oglethrope, GA 30742 Ph: 706-866-9100 Cell: 423-413-9099 Fax: 706-866-9100 Pacific Silk Neckwear Ruffolo, John 502 O’Neal Street Belton, SC 29627 Ph: 864-338-7755 (Ext 4) Cell: 864-915-5383 Fax: 864-338-7707 john@famacluer.com F. A. MacCluer Raven,AndrewDavid(Cole) Box2011 Boerne,TX78006 Ph:-830-995-4969(andFax) Cell:210-861-7204 Raven-Men&WomenPurses,Shoes, MoneyClips,etc,in Alligator,Ostrich, Stingray,Lizard Russell, Jim P. O. Box 321 Belton, SC 29627 Ph: 864-338-5464 Cell: 864-940-6010 Fax: 864-338-3896 russelljamest@bellsouth.net RNG Clothing -S- Rawlings,Crittenden 110W.PoplarStreet Harrodsburg,KY40330 Ph:859-733-9889 Cell:859-583-4408 Fax:859-733-4913 crittendenclothes@yahoo.com Crittenden Reynolds, Ken 18022 Yellow Schoolhouse Rd Round Hill, VA 20141 Ph: 540-554-8491 Cell: 540-303-0939 Fax: 540-554-2361 ckrinc@mac.com Santorelli Scott James Trafalgar Modo Doc Baroni Savage, Lou 5136 Hidden Branches Drive Atlanta, GA 30338 Cell: 770-335-2619 Fax: 770-394-2311 ljsrs@hotmail.com Missani Leathers Sawhney, Vik 117 W. 61st Street Westmont, IL 60559 Ph: 630-515-8343 Cell: 630-400-1872 Fax: 630-515-8382 vikshoes@yahoo.com Liberty Footwear, Inc. Scearce, Scott P. O. Box 3266 Durham, NC 27715 Ph: 919-810-7467 (and Cell) Fax: 502-742-9036 scotts7467@aol.com HMX Sportswear Jack Nicklaus Sportswear Shayeb, Walid 2216 Stuart Avenue Albany, GA 31701 Ph: 229-317-0785 Cell: 229-255-9793 Fax: 229-439-2951 wshayeb@yahoo.com Socrates The Art of Color St. Patrick, Tal’s Sher, Norman 3624 Shoreline Drive Portsmouth, VA 23703 Ph: 757-484-4466 (and Cell) Fax: 757-484-4469 notsher@aol.com Mine Apparel Sherman, Mary Beth 100 Ozone Court Cary, NC 27513 Ph: 919-462-0019 Cell: 919-368-7010 msherman6@petermallar.com Peter Millar Singh, Rohinder 81-48, 259 Street Floral Park, NY 11004 Ph: 917-340-7175 (and cell) Fax: 208-246-0685 luxcashmere@gmail.com rohinder@aol.com Lux Cashmere, Inc. Sledge, Harry (Past President) 2621 Robin Hood Drive Greensboro, NC 27408 Sowders, Winfred 123 Anchor Drive Mt Gilead, NC 27306 Ph: 910-439-5336 (and Fax) Cell: 910-417-5190 isowders@aol.com Salem Neckwear Lavin-Belts, Suspenders Top Circle Hosiery Mills, Inc Steinberg, Seth 80 W. 40th Street New York, NY 10018 Ph: 212-997-2355 Cell: 917-370-0990 Fax: 212 997-2350 seth@reportcollection.com Report Collection Joseph Abboud Stemerman, Larry 24 East Avenue #144 New Canaan, CT 06840 Cell: 203-979-8812 Ph: 212-704-4014 Fax: 212-704-4056 lstemerman@tailorbyrd.com Tailorbyrd Stepherson, Mark 12211 Ashford Gables Drive Dunwoody, GA 30338 Cell: 803-445-9063 m.stepherson@individualizedshirts.com H. Freeman Corbin Stroud, Elizabeth 1081 Tannery Row Forest, VA 24551 Ph: 434-846-8281 Cell: 434-238-7599 Fax: 434-846-1404 elizabeth@mooreandgilesinc.com Moore & Giles, Inc. -T--T- Smith, Mark 236-250 Greenpoint Avenue Building 6, 2nd Floor Brooklyn, NY 11222 Ph: 718-532-9082 Fax: 718-532-9586 msmith@jmclaughlin.com J. McLaughlin Thomas, Danny P O Box 44 Roaring Gap, NC 28668 Ph: 336-363-3902 Cell: 336-287-6377 Fax: 336-363-2970 dltroargp@aol.com Eritage Apparel Smith, Paul 5022 Sunbrook Way Acworth, GA 30101 Cell: 678-777-5328 Fax: 678-574-7782 pswsmith@bellsouth.net Dorfman Pacific Biltmore Hats Thompson, Ray 433 North Lakeshore Drive Carrollton, GA 30117 Ph: 404-862-1728 (and cell) Fax: 770-834-0698 raythompson433@charter.net The Sewell Companies FX/Fusion Thompson Best Works Serving Our Retailers Since 1940! May 2011 Page 18 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com Membership Roster Tirone, Gasper A. 632 Edgewater Drive #831 Dunedin, FL 34698 Ph: 716-397-8347 (and Cell) Fax: 727-466-4457 gtirone@gmail.com Coppley Apparel Group Coppley Clothing, Zegna Clothing Tsihlias, Peter 29 Tandem Road Vaughan, Ontario L4K 3G1 Canada Ph: 905-660-3010 Cell: 917-207-4494 Fax: 905-660-3012 lambrost@dionneckwear.com Dion - Collection, Signature MCMLXXXIX, Giannini Turk, Mort (Past President) 48486 Snapdragon Lane Indian Land, SC 29707 Ph: 803-802-8709 Fax: 803-802-8710 mortyturk@aol.com -UUlmer, Tyler 501 E. North Street Greenville, SC 29601 Ph: 864-908-3079 Cell: 864-420-6412 Fax: 866-279-4915 tulmer@southerntide.com Southern Tide -VViscovich, Diane 21 Harbor Park Drive Port Washington, NY 11050 Ph: 516-621-5000 Cell: 917-975-4518 Fax: 516-621-2251 dviscovich@raffilineauomo.com Raffi Linea Uomo Viscusi, Jim 2037 Danby Hill Road Danby, VT 05739 Ph: 888-362-2751 Fax: 802-293-2962 jv@sover.net Lone Pine Leathers Loominus Handwovens -WWaldron, Pete 382 Springfield Avenue Suite 308 Summit, NJ 07901 Ph: 908-598-1774 Fax: 908-598-1166 pwaldron@colonysportswear.com Colony Sportswear Walker, Grover D. 208 Falcon Ridge Road Great Falls, VA 22066 Ph: 703-759-6319 Cell: 703-623-3879 Fax: 703-759-6745 grover2bj@aol.com Bobby Jones Sportswear Wang, Lily 1717 Troutman Street 2nd Floor Ridgewood, NY 11385 Ph: 718-366-3222 Fax: 718-366-3555 longstry@hotmail.com Longstry Trading Co., Inc. Weil, Larry 1231 W. Cornelia Avenue Chicago, IL 60657 Ph: 773-991-6000 (and Cell) Fax: 773-871-0505 larryweil@aol.com Mezlan - Bacco Bucci Warker, Charlie 994 Circle Drive Pottstown, PA 19465 Ph: 610-323-5268 Fax: 610-323-4629 charlie.warker@penwool.com Pendleton Welmering, Richard G. 410 N. Irwin Street Milledgeville, GA 31061 Cell: 770-330-2013 welmerir@bellsouth.net St. Croix Collections Wender, Bruce L. 2200 Brookside Drive Roswell, GA 30076 Ph: 770-998-3524 Cell: 404-307-6203 Fax: 770-998-3502 threadology@aol.com 34 Heritage Hush Puppies Lochlane Thomas Dean Alex Cannon Warren, Chris 3603 Huntington Road Greenville, NC 27858 Ph: 252-347-5867 (and Cell) Fax: 252-353-4423 cwarrenbj@hmxgroup.com Bobby Jones Sportswear Weakley, Robert “Bob” 4652 Riveredge Drive Duluth, GA 30096 Ph: 770-448-3492 Cell: 770-335-6225 Fax: 770-448-3925 bigweak@aol.com Samuelsohn, Ltd Torino Belts Pantherella Socks Wender, Jack (Past President) 4216 Knob Oak Lane Charlotte, NC 28211 Wender, Mark 4305 Village Green Drive Roswell, GA 30075 Ph: 770-552-0249 Fax: 770-552-0574 mark.wender@mindspring.com Eye.Bobs Marcoliani Milano Hosery Majestic/Ike Behar Golden Bear Mitch Shirt Co Weaver, Robbe 1018 Madison Place Circle Kernersville, NC 27284 Ph: 336-831-4521 Fax: 336-310-4008 robbe.weaver@tommybahama.com Tommy Bahama Webber, Peter J. 36 Rhodes Drive Marietta, GA 30068 Ph: 770-973-6351 Cell: 770-335-3933 Fax: 770-509-7036 Fishman & Tobin, Fubu, Sean John, Steve Harvey, Koman Sportswear, Paco, M & M Sportswear, Longstreet Wharam, Frank 6357 Dahlia Court Mechanicsville, VA 23111 Ph: 804-559-1060 Cell: 804-647-2642 Fax: 804-559-5750 frankwharam@live.com Jimmy Sales Corporation Wechsler,Don 65West55thStreet NewYork,NY10019 Ph: 212-245-9664 Cell: 917-412-1331 Fax: 212-581-5351 rfsassoc@aol.com MineApparel,Inc. Wheeler, Jeffrey 37 Brown House Road Stamford, CT 06902 Ph: 800-435-9008 Fax: 203-487-7490 tsullivan@vineyardvines.com Vinyard Vines Weger, Scott A. 7781 First Place Oakwood Village, OH 44146 Ph: 440-232-6700 Fax: 440-232-3311 scott@statusmens.com Status Men’s Accessories Williams, Linwood P. 1418 Inland Creek Way Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 Ph: 843-884-2825 Cell: 843-412-2842 Fax: 843-849-1812 linwoodwill@gmail.com S. Cohen, USA Williamson, W. Jaye 513 College Street Oxford, NC 27565 Ph: 919-693-6195 Cell: 704-905-9811 jaye_williamson@yahoo.com jayewilliamson.com Greg Peters Jimmy Sales Modena Status Wilson, Bob (Past President) 523 River Oaks Lane Charlotte, NC 28226 Ph: 704-375-9568 Windram, Tom 283 Tait Terrace SE Port Charlotte, FL 33952 Cell: 407-234-3802 Fax: 941-391-5424 milotjw@aol.com Southern Tide Sandro Moscoloni Tailor Vintage Winston,David 24West 40th Street 5th Floor NewYork,NY10018 Phone:919-403-6750 Fax:919-403-6760 dw_toscano@yahoo.com PYA USA - Toscano Wolstoncroft, Rod 6001 Woodridge Drive Milford, OH 45150 Cell: 513-317-6442 Fax: 888-524-5023 rwolstoncroft@hotsox.com The Hot Sox Company Hanes Spanx -YYang, David 15 Triangle Boulevard Carlstadt, NJ 07072 Ph: 201-372-9000 Cell: 845-596-0391 Fax: 201-372-9212 davidyangapparel@gmail.com Regal Wear Ablanche -ZZechiel, Scott #1 Riverview Drive Sewalls Point, FL 34996 Ph: 772-285-4809 Fax: 772-264-3333 scottz928@comcast.net RVH Neckwear Izod Calvin Klein Kenneth Cole Reaction Nautica Serving Our Retailers Since 1940! Inactive Members Crabtree, Eddie 301 Dear Creek Lane Iron Wood County Club Greenville NC 27858 Ph: 919-820-2539 eddie@crabworksfoods.com Hensley, Randall 103 Stonebrook Drive Blythewood, SC 29016 Ph: 803-786-9495 Hinton, III, Walter R. 3000 W. Sedgefield Drive Greensboro, NC 27407-7313 Krajack, George 860-71 Jetton Street Davidson, NC 28036 Ph: 704-210-8750 georgekrajack@yahoo.com Heise, Robert D. 4625 Long Valley Road Greensboro, NC 27410 Ph: 336-643-5008 Fax: 336-643-0102 Hubbard Company Leed, Larry 17138 S. E. 117th Circle Summerfield. FL 34491 Ph: 800-367-3626 ext. 257 Hm: 352-245-3637 Cell: 336-657-0089 Neely, Bill 116 N Mulberry Street Statesville, NC 28677 Rice, Bobby 137 Shore Rush Drive St Simons Island, GA 31522 Ph: 912-638-4556 Sinclair, Charles A. 107 Hermitage Road Lexington, SC 29072 Ph: 803-359-4449 (and Fax) Thompson, William F. A., Jr 4200 Harewood Road, N.E. Suite 204 Washington, DC 20017-1511 Ph: 202-526-1109 Cell: 703-201-2665 Trogdon, Jim, Jr. PO Box 38 Randleman, NC 27317 Ph: 1-800-762-8437 NC: 1-800-234-8437 Fax: 910-498-4000 May 2011 Page 19 Rags to Riches - www.macragstoriches.com Membership Roster Inactive Members (cont) Woodie, Joe T. 2222 Peachtree N Ct. Dunwoody, GA 30338 Ph: 770-457-4629 Fax: 770-457-0640 jtwoodie1@bellsouth.net Wilson, David 909 Brantley Street Columbia, SC 29210 Zeidner, Neil 10044 NW 3rd Place Coral Springs, FL 33071 Ph: 954-755-0726 Fax: 954-755-6335 Cell: 954-224-0355 enjzee@aol.com Lifetime Members Stewart Anthony Greg Ayers * Al M. Bierman * Charles Boiter James E. Brennan Carl Brotman Lynda R. Carpenter * George B. Colona, Sr. * Bill Dear Ken Eisenberg * S. E. Esleeck, Jr. Jim Forsyth * John N. Frierson * Ned Gallant * Harley Gamble George Garner * Ernie Garrett Jerry Goldstein * Murray Harris * Sam Harris * J. W. Keels Ed Kiser George Krajack * Zol Kutchei Sid Lederman * Jules Mandell * John McCauley Joe McGee W. L. ‘Bo’ McMillan Robert Miller * Bob Millman * Henry Mills Roy S. Mitchell, Jr. * Dean Moffitt * W. E. Moon Bill Mynatt * Charles Neely * James T. O’Neal, Jr. * Stan Pearlman * Norwood Pirkey * Roy M. Reed * Art Rimmer * Howard C. Savitz Frank Shane Harry Sledge * Lyle E. Slye * Lee Starer * Chester Taylor * S. Jack Thompson * Milton Thorn * J. Allen Tison Morton Turk * Joe D. Turner Jack Wender Bob Wilson * Dick Woods * Wilson O. Woods * Deceased Members Quarter Century Club “dedicated to those men whose dependability and activity during the markets held by the Men’s Apparel Club of the Carolinas, has extended beyond the quarter of a century” R. J. Anthony J. Stewart Anthony Mack Austin Brian J. Baron Ed Barrett Bob Benner * Sam Bennett * Fred Bergen * Al M. Bierman * Roy Blair * C. D. Boiter Stu Britton Bruce Campbell * Cyrus H. Campen David Chiles * J. T. Clyburn * George B. Colona, Sr. Larry Corell Eddie Crabtree Cliff Cunningham * Bill Dear T. J. Durham Hugh Efird Ken Eisenberg * S. E. Esleeck, Jr. Jim Ewing * Ted Feldstein * John N. Frierson * Ned Gallant * Harley Gamble * Ken Game George Garner * Ernie Garrett * Pearly Gates * Abe Gepner Romey Germino * Manny Goldberg Joe Goldman Jerry Goldstein Maurice Goldstein * C. E. Graybill, Jr. * C. E. Graybill, Sr. John Griffin * L. C. Guice, Jr. Orman Haeberle * Loyd Haile * Ron Hall * Jim Harbison * Murray Harris Jim Herring Richard Herring Jack Hester John Hill * Dick Hoffman * Paul Houston Danny Hughes * Ed Humphries * George Hunter * William L. Jay * W. B. ”Bill” Jennings * Jerry Joffe * Joe Karlick * Peter Keene Ed Kiser * Bernard Kotzen * Zol Kutchei Alan Lebow * Meyer Levine * Harry Levy Lee Lipsitz * Charles Livingston * Reggie Long * Roy Manuel * Jules Mandell Andy Mayer Robert Mayers Louis Metaxa * John McCauley D. D. McDade, Jr. Ken McDowell Joe McGee Bo McMillan * Milton M. Meyer, Jr. Robert Miller * Robert Millman Roy S. Mitchell, Jr. * T. Z. “Buddy” Mitchell * Dean Moffitt Bob Moody * W. E. Moon David Moore Bill Mynatt * Charles Neely Max Neely * J. T. O’Neal, Jr. J. T. O’Neal, III Gary O’Malley Joe B. Overfelt * Stanley Pearlman Allen Pharr Mickey Phillips * Norwood Pirkey * Morris H. Price Morris Prohovnik * Roy M. Reed Ken Reynolds * David Riegelman * Art H. Rimmer Allen Rivkin Jim Russell * Howard C. Savitz Frank Shane Norman Sher * Morton Silverstein * Leon W. Simon, Jr. Lewis S. “Buddy” Simon Harry Sledge * Sam Sorkin * Sam Stapelman * Lee Starer Roger Stern * Chester Taylor * S. Jack Thompson * Milton Thorn Morton Turk * Joe D. Turner Don Wagstaff Jack Wender Bob Wilson John Woods * Wilson O. Woods Past Presidents of the Men’s Apparel Club “Always remembered for their dedicated service” * Brick Waddell ............... 1940 * Wilson O. Woods ......... 1941 * George M. Kee ............. 1942 * R. H. Young .................. 1943 * Sam Harris ................... 1944 * W. J. Hays .................... 1945 * John O. Hatch .............. 1946 * Harry Doctor ................ 1947 * Cyrus H. Campen ......... 1948 * Morris Price ................. 1949 * Milton Thorn ................ 1950 * J. Allen Tison ............... 1951 * Roy E. Swartzberg ....... 1952 * William H. Kay .............. 1953 * J. Howard Lamb .......... 1954 * Murray R. Harris .......... 1955 * Roy M. Reed ................ 1956 * Lester Blum .................. 1957 * William B. Jennings, Jr. 1958 Frank A. Shane ............. 1959 * Zolman Kutchei ............ 1960 * Ernest C. Garrett .......... 1961 Carl Brotman ................ 1962 * John N. Frierson .......... 1963 * S. Jack Thompson ....... 1964 * Howard C. Savitz ......... 1965 * James T. O’Neal, Jr. .... 1966 * Joe D. Turner ............... 1967 * Lee Starer ..................... 1968 Jack Wender ................. 1969 * Victor Shaw, Jr. ............ 1970 J. Stewart Anthony ...... 1971 * Dean Moffitt ................. 1972 Morton Turk ................ 1973 Edwin D. Johnson, Jr. . 1974 * J. W. ‘Bill’ Dear ............ 1975 Harry A. Sledge, Jr. ...... 1976 James E. Brennan ......... 1977 Bob Wilson ................... 1978 * Bob Millman ................. 1979 Roy S. Mitchell, Jr. ...... 1980 Bill Mynatt .................... 1981 Ken Eisenberg .............. 1982 Ed Kiser ........................ 1983 * Stan Pearlman .............. 1984 Joe McGee ................... 1985 W. L. ‘Bo’ McMillan .... 1986 George Garner .............. 1987 Jerry Goldstein ............... 1988 George Krajack ............ 1989 Serving Our Retailers Since 1940! Robert Miller ................ 1990 Greg Ayers ................... 1991 * Norwood Pirkey ........... 1992 * Charles Neely ............... 1993 Sid Lederman ............... 1994 Jim Forsyth .................. 1995 * Charles Boiter ............... 1996 Lynda R. Carpenter ...... 1997 John Hill ........................ 1998 Rob Pierce .................... 1999 Ken McDowell ............. 2000 Ken McDowell ............. 2001 Peter Lake .................... 2002 Peter Lake .................... 2003 Bob Massengill ............. 2004 Bob Massengill ............ 2005 Jeff Goodman .............. 2006 Jeff Goodman .............. 2007 Howard Liss................2008 Howard Liss................2009 * Deceased Members In a win-win outcome, there is no concession, as both people walk away from the negotiation feeling gratified that both of them got what they wanted. -Cherie Carter-Scott Please Join Us August 2011 For Our Spring 2012 Southern Clothing Market at the Embassy Suites Hotel On Sunday Evening Enjoy Entertainment by Bobby Ryder! Crooner and Saxophonist Extraordinaire B O B B Y R Y D E R Sunday Evening Southern Clothing Market Dates are August 6, 7, 8, 2011 Optional Days on the 5th and 9th Lunch for retailers and salesmen will be served Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from 12 Noon to 2 PM Join us each evening in the atrium for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at the Manager’s Reception from 6 PM to 8 PM If you have questions, please contact the show directors at 704-366-3654, or email charlotte@mensapparelclub.com