Mr. Hartford ill

Subject: RE: Mr. Hartford ill
From: GUEST,CHANCE SHIVER (FORTUNATO)
Date: 21 Apr 01 - 08:05 AM

Thank you, Art, for the news and address. I will send a card.

Some years back Doc Scantlin's Red Hot Peppers played the Newport News City Festival. We went on just before John Hartford. Before the show we chatted briefly with him. He was very warm and genuine. He spent a good bit of time with our banjo player, Terri Scantlin, teaching and sharing.

In case he checks in here, John I wish you a speedy recovery. Your music has been a joy in my life and the lives of millions.
Chance

Subject: RE: Mr. Hartford ill
From: Sorcha
Date: 21 Apr 01 - 12:28 AM

Oh dear. John, please be well. I just can't say more than that..........I've seen you in concert several times and am a fan. You never did get your banjo back, did you? Just be well, please.........

Subject: RE: Mr. Hartford ill
From: Art Thieme
Date: 20 Apr 01 - 08:28 PM

Folks,

I've just been told by private message that I got the zip code WRONG for John's P.O. Box

It should read: 37116

So sorry for that,

Art

Subject: RE: Mr. Hartford ill
From: Tedham Porterhouse
Date: 20 Apr 01 - 04:51 PM

John's been ill for a while now. A couple of years ago, he told me that, illness or not, he was determined to carry on as long as possibly could. I'll certainly be praying that he'll be able to keep on carrying on as for a long time yet.

Subject: RE: Mr. Hartford ill
From: SINSULL
Date: 20 Apr 01 - 04:46 PM

Sad news. More thoughts and prayers. And a card.

Subject: RE: Mr. Hartford ill
From: annamill
Date: 20 Apr 01 - 04:43 PM

I love John and have played his album "Steam Powered Areoplane" until the grooves on each side touched each other. I saw him at a bluegrass festival in Rhode Island and was beside myself. (both of us were applauding)

I hope he gets well.

Love, annamill

Subject: RE: Mr. Hartford ill
From: GUEST,Kendall
Date: 20 Apr 01 - 04:09 PM

This is sad news indeed. Thanks Art.

Subject: RE: Mr. Hartford ill
From: catspaw49
Date: 20 Apr 01 - 03:55 PM

Very sad, but he'll be in my thoughts too. He's had his share lately I know. Funny thing, just last night I watched a tape of a special he did here.

Spaw

Subject: RE: Mr. Hartford ill
From: harpgirl
Date: 20 Apr 01 - 03:49 PM

This makes me cry and it takes alot cuz I am so tough...give him my best wishes and I will send a card, Art. BTW Sue Trainor sends along a big sloppy smooch to you! Hot Soup was magnificent! Wishe you were there!

Subject: Mr. Hartford ill
From: Art Thieme
Date: 20 Apr 01 - 03:29 PM

Folks, John Hartford has been in a Nashville hospital since about the 8th of April. He returned home from a Texas gig with double pneumonia. Cards and best wishes can be sent to Box 443--Madison, TN 37116. I talked to his wife, Marie, this morning. For some reason, John's hands are numb now and that has curtailed his picking for the time being. I know so many of his fans and friends will want to send good vibes and best wishes in the Hartford family's direction.

Art Thieme

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Zip code corrected, per Art's message below. --JoeClone