"Jack Armstrong, Jack Armstrong, Jack Armstrong, ... Make a friend of soap and water, because dirt breeds germs and germs can make people sickly and weak. I never knew him to perform one. I saw all the last part of this match, and it was highly amusing. The program originated at WBBM in Chicago on July 31, 1933, and was later carried on CBS, then NBC and finally ABC. Lincoln would stoop to no such performance as this. Jack Armstrong and his friends attempt to rescue a renowned scientist, the inventor of a revolutionary atomic engine, from the clutches an arch-villain bent on world-dominion by means of a death ray place on board a aircraft capable of flying into the ionosphere. Jack Armstrong, has been painting since he was 5 years old. Explore releases from Jack Armstrong at Discogs. With John Hart, Rosemary La Planche, Claire James, Joe Brown Jr.. Jack Armstrong, the All-American Boy, battles the evil Dr. Grood, who has placed a death ray aboard his spaceship orbiting Earth. The story about Lincoln rubbing smartweed in his face is untrue.”2, There are many versions of what actually happened that day – most without any smartweed. New Salem resident Daniel Green Burner wrote: “Lincoln was as full of fun as a dog is of fleas, and yet he was not guilty of mean tricks. Jack Armstrong was born April 29th 1958. We found 428 entries for Jack Armstrong in the United States. Mr. Lincoln’s speech to the jury was a real tear-jerker. Jack Armstrong plays Bob in "The One With The East German Laundry Detergent". Lincoln replied:’Look here, Jack, my man isn’t here yet, but rather than lose that $10 I will wrestle with you myself. I remember that one evening this crowd came in and got gloriously drunk. Preceded in death by Jack Armstrong's adventures permitted youngsters to visit foreign shores with Jack, friends, and family. While his recent credit is as Vincent in Timeless (2018), he has also appeared in various TV and films including All My Children (1986), the series which next season Gunther claims he appeared in as Bryce, and had a recurring … Jack was a wonderful neighbour, but more importantly, a very good friend. But they were genuine. + Jack Armstrong, the All-American Boy was a radio adventure series which maintained its popularity from 1933 to 1951. He loved to socialize and was always in … View the profiles of people named Jack Armstrong. A short Jack Armstrong animated TV pilot was developed by Hanna-Barbera for a proposed television series. When his safari leader refuses to enter the land of the Leopard Men, Jack and Billy push on. I have said it a hundred times, that it was Lincoln’s speech that saved that criminal from the Gallows, and neither money or fame inspired that speech, but it was incited by gratitude to the young man’s father, who, as Mr Lincoln said ‘was his only friend when he was a poor homeless boy.'”16. Fortunately, part way down the big barrel struck a stump and was broken to pieces, releasing the captive. Historian Douglas L. Wilson wrote: “Though not the technical winner of the match, Abraham Lincoln came away with other prizes. This was the turning point in Lincoln’s life.”3, Different versions of the story make Armstrong rather than Mr. Lincoln the winner – under sometimes questionable circumstances. What did they do but thrust a helpless, drunken old man into a hogshead, nail on the cover, and then started the hogshead rolling down the steep hill toward the mill. “After this wresting match Jack Armstrong and his crowd became the warmest friends and staunchest supporters of Mr Lincoln,” recalled New Salem resident Robert B. Rutledge. There were tears in Mr. Lincoln’s eyes while he spoke. ARMSTRONG, Jack To all our friends and family the Celebration of Life for Jack Armstrong that was scheduled for Saturday April 18, 2020 has been postponed until a later date. He came forward, took Lincoln's hand and shook it heartily. He leaves behind the following loving children: Cheryl Armstrong, Other stage credits include "Mrs. Warren's Profession", "I am a Camera", "The Fox" and, most recently, the original production of "Mountains" for which Jack won the Dramalogue Award for Best Actor. What ensued was a controversial legal battle … Founded by The Lehrman Institute. They then built a fire around the wooden leg, and held the man there until the wooden leg was consumed.”9, Mr. Lincoln later told a friend that the “Clary boys intended to whip [him] & run him off.” His performance in the wrestling match, regardless of the details, convinced these rowdies to make him instead their firm friend. During the late 1970s, he began writing down a series of spiritual teachings that he knew were coming from somewhere other than his own conscious mind. By the end of the episode, Joey and Monica have broken Bob and Angela up and … (James Q. Howard, May 1860, Statement by John T. Stuart).. Douglas L. Wilson and Rodney O. Davis, editor. The program originated at WBBM in Chicago on July 31, 1933, and was later carried on CBS, then NBC and finally ABC. I find it is a great way to work out and catch up at the same time! Gallery of 3 movie poster and cover images for Jack Armstrong (1947). Synopsis: Jack Armstrong, the All-American Boy, battles the evil Dr. Grood, who has placed a death ray aboard his spaceship orbiting Earth. On another occasion this same crowd called up an old man with a wooden leg and made him a prisoner. He was in no danger of further challengers from any of them, and Jack Armstrong avowed himself the fast friend of the man who had given him so good a shaking. He occasionally slept in there, chopped wood, hauled water, ate his meals and cared for William “Duff” Armstrong as a baby. Galesburg, Illinois. Post Graduation Goals: ... my second morning class I rushed to the Gym for a quick lunchtime workout.I have several standing gym dates with friends during the week. He made a friend of Armstrong and established himself as a favorite with the rough-and-ready crowd in the neighborhood of New Salem. Abraham Lincoln Papers at the Library of Congress. Jack Armstrong is an American artist, ex-model and Jeweller. An all-American boy who went from being featured on the radio into a comic book character during the … Although the Armstrong wrestling match was the story that joined the canon of the Lincoln legend, there were many other stories told by Mr. Lincoln’s contemporaries about his relationship with Armstrong – just as there are many other stories about Mr. Lincoln’s skill as a wrestler. ARMSTRONG, Jack To all our friends and family the Celebration of Life for Jack Armstrong that was scheduled for Saturday April 18, 2020 has been postponed until a later date. The two were ever afterward warm friends. Armstrong, who was “as strong as 2 men”, wanted to beat the man in retaliation. They waited around and became impatient and finally Armstrong demanded of Lincoln the $10. From 1933 to 1950, the trio joined Billy and Betty’s Uncle Jim for a series of globe-trotting adventures. There are occasional unenlightened views of native populations but not frequent or vicious. “The Armstrong sons, though rough-mannered and given to drink and boisterous horseplay, were all hardworking farmers and law-abiding citizens,” wrote John Evangelist Walsh.12. Directed by Wallace Fox. Armstrong’s friendship came to mean much, including a family with whom to lodge from time to time and someone, in Hannah Armstrong, to launder and mend his clothes. It was said to be Jack’s dying wish that William be saved by hiring the best possible lawyer – possibly Mr. Lincoln.13 Assistant prosecuting counsel J. Henry Shaw said he “was very much surprised…to see the immense interest [Mr. Lincoln] took in the Armstrong Case. He shall be one of us." Known for his flamboyance and eccentric behaviour, described in court papers as "a man with no discernible source of income", he became known for his connection to the "Black Star Of Queensland" of which he reportedly slept with, under his pillow and was a co-owner. His courage and prowess had been thoroughly tested and had made a deep impression upon the minds of his rough neighbors. Join Facebook to connect with Jack Armstrong and others you may know. The name Jack Armstrong has over 383 birth records, 152 death records, 83 criminal/court records, 992 address records, 155 phone records and more. From then on, Abraham Lincoln and Jack Armstrong were the best of friends! They were great souled, courageous men, yet to one in distress they were as sympathetic and tender-hearted as a woman.”8, Mr. Lincoln fit in with them – but not completely. Died : July 16, 2005 in London, England. They were always ready to lend a helping hand to a friend or neighbor, and they would share their last crust with anyone more needy than they. He told the jury of his once being a poor, friendless boy; that Armstrong’s father took him into his house, fed and clothed him & gave him a home &c. the particulars of which were told so pathetically that the jury forgot the guilt of the boy in their admiration of the father.”15, In another letter, Shaw wrote that Mr. Lincoln “took the jury by storm. Johnson Gaines Greene recalled a dispute that Armstrong had gotten into in which he called another man “a liar – a son of a bitch – coward”. I believe most of the locales could be found on a 1940 map. “These fellows would come into New Salem, get drunk, and would handle a novice roughly. Jack Armstrong plays Bob in "The One With The East German Laundry Detergent". '”, Burner continued: “They went at it, and Lincoln just fooled with Armstrong until he had tired him completely out. Member of John Sevier Baptist Church. He acquitted himself well in the eyes of the community at large. The evidence bore heavily upon his client.”14 A key and controversial point in the trial was Mr. Lincoln’s use of an almanac to prove that a key witness could not have seen what he said he saw on the moonless night of the murder. [Jack] Armstrong was one of the Clary Grove gang and it was their habit to initiate newcomers into town. Jack Armstrong can’t remember exactly which player was responsible for the block, but it must’ve been a spectacular rejection because it brought the Raptors analyst back to his playground roots. When the Armstrong gang arrived Lincoln told them that his man had not yet come. His sympathies were fully enlisted in favor of the young man, and his terrible sincerity could not help but arouse the same passion in the jury. Jackie worked with Lou Preager, Ted Heath, "Woolf Phillips and the Skyrockets", Cyril Stapleton, Don Lusher and others. “At last they agreed to Compromise the Matter – Made Abe arbitrator – Abe said – ‘Well Jack what did you say to the man.” After Armstrong repeated what he said, Mr. Lincoln said, “Jack if you were a stranger in a strange place as this man is, and you were called a d-d liar &c – What would you do”? John "Jack" Armstrong was found dead in October 1979, after picking up a passenger in Cardiff. Bob was the boyfriend of Angela after she and Joey broke up, portrayed by Jack Armstrong.. Bob grew up in Cleveland, Ohio. During the 1950-51 season, Jack became a government agent and the show was renamed Armstrong of the SBI. Galesburg, Illinois. Born : April 13, 1920 in Consett, Durham County, England. Jack Armstrong; Jim Fairfield; Billy Fairfield; Betty Fairfield; Professor Proteus Synopsis Jack and his friends are in Africa to get motion pictures of the savage Leopard Men. The One With The East German Laundry Detergent, https://friends.fandom.com/wiki/Jack_Armstrong?oldid=89280. He is … © 2002-2021 The Lehrman Institute. In addition to being captain of their company, Lincoln distinguished himself by upholding their honor in the obligatory wrestling matches that enlivened the long and largely uneventful bivouacs of the volunteers.”4, “After this wresting match Jack Armstrong and his crowd became the warmest friends and staunchest supporters of Mr Lincoln,” recalled New Salem resident Robert B. Rutledge.5 Rial Clary, another New Salem resident who witnessed the fight said that the two were henceforth “the warmest friends.”6 Contemporary biographer William O. Stoddard wrote: “The episode was full of important consequences to Abraham Lincoln. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. Having an adult "Uncle Jim" provides an intellegent sympathetic figure to the scenario. He looked at his friends and said, "Boys, Abe Lincoln is the best fellow that ever broke into this settlement. Jack Armstrong. Jack retired from Knox County Parks and Recreation as a sports co-ordinator. Jack was a blacksmith in town and the man whom kept the rowdy Clary Boys in line as best as any one person could. Find Jack Armstrong in the United States. Transcribed and Annotated by the Lincoln Studies Center, Knox College. Then he swung his long leg over Armstrong’s neck and made Armstrong run around holding him up in that position. He went into it like a Giant. Get full address, contact info, background report and more! They hated sham and pretention and would not endure hypocrisy. Lincoln was tall, ungainly, awkward, and was bantered by this crowd,” recalled New Salem resident Daniel Green Burner. ARMSTRONG, Jack B.On Nov 28th, 2020, Jack B. Armstrong, of Irmo, South Carolina, formerly of Waterville, Ohio, passed from this existence, to the next.He always continued to pursue his love of sailing Jack was happy in both his personal and professional life and was well loved by his family (both the Armstrongs and the Waddells) as well as by numerous friends, many of whom were lifelong. Background. Jack Armstrong, the All-American Boy was a creation of General Mills, a pioneer in the development of unique and compelling advertising under the stewardship of Vice-president of Advertising, Samuel Chester Gale.Gale later served as President of the Ad Council.Intending to promote breakfast cereal Wheaties, Gale developed the character of Jack Armstrong as a … Jack Armstrong was born in San Pedro, Calif., on May 27, 1938, and passed away on his 78th birthday on May 27, 2016, in Bonanza, Ore. Jack was happy in both his personal and professional life and was well loved by his family (both the Armstrongs and the Waddells) as well as by numerous friends, many of whom were lifelong. Jack Armstrong made his professional acting debut as "Tom Sawyer" on the stage of Houston's famed Alley Theatre. (James Q. Howard Biographical Notes, May 1860). “There was a big fellow named Jack Armstrong, strong as a Russian bear, that I could not put down; nor could he get me on the ground,” Mr. Lincoln once recalled.1 “I suppose you have heard of Lincoln’s wrestling match with Jack Armstrong. Shaw later wrote that young Duff “Armstrong was not cleared by any want of testimony against him, but by the irresistable appeal of Mr. Lincoln in his favor. Their virtues were many. Jack Armstrong, Actor: American Crime Story. Jack Armstrong - John Hart (1947) - A Columbia 15 Chapter Movie Serial. The program originated at WBBM in Chicago on July 31, 1933, and was later carried on CBS, then NBC and finally ABC. While his recent credit is as Vincent in Timeless (2018), he has also appeared in various TV and films including All My Children (1986), the series which next season Gunther claims he appeared in as Bryce, and had a recurring role in Days of Our Lives as D A Carson (1999-2003). The Clary’s Grove Boys “thought that had found only another subject by which this band could display its strength and prowess,” observed John T. Stuart, who was Mr. Lincoln’s mentor and first law partner. Daniel Green Burner, “Lincoln and The Burners at New Salem”. Jack finally begged off, admitting he was beaten and offered Lincoln the $10, which Lincoln refused to take. 1:30pm. He loved golf and the New York Yankees. Roy P. Basler, editor, “James Quay Howard’s Notes on Lincoln,”. The man struck Armstrong with a stick and knocked him down. Jack Armstrong was impressed with Abraham Lincoln's display of courage. All rights reserved. He had no part in the rowdyism of the Clary Grove gang. "Stay safe, stay home, stay healthy" Published on April … Shop for Vinyl, CDs and more from Jack Armstrong at the Discogs Marketplace. Jack Armstrong, the All-American Boy was a radio adventure series which maintained its popularity from 1933 to 1951. Transcribed and Annotated by the Lincoln Studies Center, Knox College. Bob and Angela went on a double date with Joey and Monica in "The One With The East German Laundry Detergent".Joey had told Monica that he was Angela's brother. Abraham Lincoln Papers at the Library of Congress. The goodwill of the Clary’s Grove boys earned him the captainship of the local militia unit and a first taste of leadership when, some months later, he was summoned to duty in the Black Hawk War. But for this accident the victim would probably have been drowned in the river. After arriving in NYC in 1979, he became friends with Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat & Keith Haring. Thirty Years of Spiritual Writings Hidden Away Jack Armstrong does not consider himself to be the “author” of the writings he shares in Lessons from the Source: A Spiritual Guidebook for Navigating Life’s Journey. Friends Central is a FANDOM TV Community. British jazz trombonist. Lincoln however took all this in perfect good humor and by laughing and joking displayed such an excellent disposition that he at once won their hearts and was invited to become one of the company. Jack Armstrong – age 84 of Mascot passed away at home on Wednesday, September 23, 2020. Jack Armstrong was born April 29th 1958. After the death of “Old Snag,” Mr. Lincoln was called upon by his widow to defend her son William, who had been accused of murdering James P. Metzger. The show centered on Hudson High School student Jack Armstrong and his friends Billy and Betty Fairfield. “The champion of the clan, Jack Armstrong was selected to wrestle with Lincoln and to show him that although six feet three he was no man at all compared with the ‘Boys.’ It did not take Jack long to discover that he had got hold of the wrong customer; and when it was evident that Lincoln was getting the better of their champion the whole Band pitched in and gave Lincoln several blows which had no very salutary effect on the strength of his legs. He loved sports, especially kids’ sports. Jack Armstrong, the All-American Boy was a radio adventure series which maintained its popularity from 1933 to 1951. The challenge was accepted and the next Saturday was set for the time. The Armstrongs later moved north a farm in the Petersburg area. Armstrong replied “hit by God.” Mr. Lincoln then advised that “this man has done no more to you than you would have done to him.” Mollified, Armstrong said, “Well Abe…Its’ all right.” Armstrong then shook the man’s hand and forgave him.10, Abner Ellis told the story about an old drunk who complained to Armstrong and Mr. Lincoln that he had out lived all of his friends – claiming that his one friend was “in this Jug” as he took a swig. And for sound nourishment and keen flavor, eat a big bowlful of Wheaties, the Breakfast of Champions, with plenty of milk or cream and some type of fruit. Lisa and Phil (Friends and neighbours) Entered May 2, 2020 from Mississauga Dear Wendy and the Armstrong family, Our hearts are broken for your loss. The further results were only a question of time, for the wrestling match which was not won by either of the contestants gained for Abe Lincoln a strong and devoted, if somewhat turbulent, constituency.”7, New Salem chronicler Thomas Reep described the Clary’s Grove Boys as “men standing upon their own feet, four-square with the world, as ready for a fight as a frolic, quick to discern streaks of yellow in men and as quick to discover and respect manhood and courage. Jack Armstrong said: “Look hear old feller if you don’t quit drinking you will Not Live to see Christmas.” The bet was consummated with Mr. Lincoln as the witness; Armstrong lost and paid off with 50 bushels of corn.11, Mr. Lincoln was a frequent visitor to the Armstrong home. Lincoln finally wagered Armstrong $10 that he could find a man who could throw him. Warm hearted and sympathetic to a fault, they ministered bountifully to every case of genuine suffering. They had queer notions of fun. Joey gets a part as Dr Drake Ramoray in the Friends version next season. "Stay safe, stay home, stay healthy" Published on April … John Jack Armstrong was the subject of many stories scattered through the historical record for his part in the wrestling match with Abraham Lincoln in Clary's Grove, Salem Illinois. I saw part of that. Jack Armstrong Character » Jack Armstrong appears in 2 issues .
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