Hi Fans'.

In reply to your inquiries concerning Karen & Richard's romance rumors. Let me assure you they are completely unfounded. The more famous people become, the more vulnerable they are to rumors. criticism etc. They have numerous friends and date frequently, but neither are involved in a serious romance. If ever positive romance entered their lives you would be advised via the newsletters.

We have the 1974 schedule, but please keep in mind it is only TENTATIVE.

I will do my best to keep you posted regarding alterations etc.

Feb. 1st - Phoenix, Arizona

Feb. 2nd- Tucson, Arizona

Feb. 3^rd - El Paso, Texas

Feb. 7-26^th - European tour

March 2^nd - Grammy Awards. LA

April 4^th - Bowling Green, KY

April 5^th - Pittsburgh. PA

April 6^th - Philadelphia. PA

April 7^th - Utica, NY

April 8-14^th - Westbury Music Fair, NY

April 15th - Danville, VA

April 16^th - Richmond, VA

April 17^th - Beckley, West VA

April 18^th - Wheeling, West VA

April 19^th - Hershey, PA

April 20^th - Syracuse. NY

April 21^st - Niagara Falls, NY.

May 8-21st Riviera, Las Vegas

May 27-June 12^th - Japanese tour

June 14-15^th - Honolulu, Hawaii

July 12^th - Portland. OR

July 13^th - Seattle, WA

July 14^th - Spokane. WA

July 16-24^th - Sahara, Tahoe

July 26^th - Red Rocks, CO

July 27^th - Tulsa, OK

July 28^th - St. Louis, MO

July 29-Aug.4th - Indianapolis. IN

Aug. 5-11th - Warwick, RI

Aug. 12-13th - Columbia, MD

Aug. 14th - Cuyahoga Falls,

Aug. 15th - Pine Knob, MI

Oct. 8-21st - Riviera. Las Vegas

Oct. 25th - Minneapolis, EN

Oct. 26th - Champagne, IL

Oct. 30-31st - Milwaukee, WI

Nov. 1-3rd - Chicago, IL

Nov. 14^th - Boise, ID

Nov. 27^th - Dec.1 Circle Star, San Carlos, CA

Backtracking in time to June 1973, we return to Columbia, Maryland where the weather was ideal. Mom & Dad had arrived from California & joined Bear & family for breakfast at their home. This was the first day of baseball practice, and Karen (wouldn't you know) got hit in the face by a flying ball. She wasn't seriously hurt however. On Sunday, the whole group enjoyed a rare treat - the movies! Returning to Bear's home, a magnificent crab feast greeted them. Tables were spread with layers of newspapers to receive the dozen hard-shell crabs which were 'laughed down' by the antics of Bill Skiles. Bill, speaking for the crab, would say "No, no Not the Legs". And then replying for himself would say "Yes, the legs, CRUNCH!" According to Richard, the fun way to eat crab is barbaric style. Just rip them apart. and use fingernails to scoop out the spicy meat which leaves your lips burning for 2 days. The group were looking forward to their first baseball game with WCAY personnel and though they knew they in fact were outnumbered & out practiced they were determined to 'cream' them. Alas, in spite of their determination and colorful new uniforms, they lost 12-2. In Richard's words they were 'murderlized'. Due to his recently broken arm he could only offer his moral support. Danny managed to sprain his hand, and Doug sprained both legs when he tripped in a gopher hole.

On Tuesday, Bear, Burkie and a new roadie left to set up the equipment for the next gig in Philadelphia. They absent mindedly left every bit of luggage behind so the trunks of 3 Plymouth's and the Ferrari were jam packed with the abandoned luggage, and the guys rode '3 up front' as they journeyed in the pouring rain.. The Valley Forge first night gig - was very well received in spite of the creaks and groans that erupted from the small overloaded revolving stage.

We have a Patch & Poster offer for a limited time. For just $XX.XX you will receive a sew-on-patch and a Song For You poster.

Rap next month. EV.

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