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I've been a Benny fan since I first saw him on television in the 50s. As an adult I have collected his radio shows on both cassette and CDs.
Steve Froelich <hoppy_40@mailpuppy.com>
Jenera, OH USA - Friday, May 02, 2003 at 20:02:26 (EDT)

Are there any Jack Benny events this year. I am very interested? Rob
Rob Spaulding <ffmacdaddy@aol.com>
Anderson, IN USA - Monday, April 28, 2003 at 22:29:31 (EDT)

LL: After 39 Forever, I don't think I can handle another Jack Benny event this year! But we are looking forward to the reopening of the Genesee Theatre in Waukegan, Illinois some time in 2004. Hope to see you there.

I am in any Jack Benny events this year. Anyone got any lead? Rob
Rob Spaulding <ffmacdaddy@aol.com>
Anderson, IN USA - Monday, April 28, 2003 at 22:28:42 (EDT)

What a wonderful website and links for Mr Jack Benny! We both enjoyed the site and my best recall of Mr Benny skits, was on the Lucille Ball show... he plays himself and so "Witty" with his social security number: "0" so he says! on the show!
Beto and Toñita <BJ619QVO@webtv.net>
S.DIEGO., CALIFORIA. UNITED STATES of AMERICA. - Saturday, April 26, 2003 at 03:24:45 (EDT)

Thank you very much for this e-mail! And I really enjoy the web site as well. Glad that you are back.
Chris Guarino <cguarino@adelphia.net>
Westlake Village, Ca USA - Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 02:35:33 (EDT)

Jack's shows were and still are the absolute funniest. Unlike other comedians who used "topical humor"---Mr. B and company managed to keep their shows fresh, irreverent and basically 'dateless!' They are such a wonderful part of radio history and radio programming.
gary dixon <gary@mediamemories.com>
Ocean Park, ME USA - Tuesday, April 08, 2003 at 12:49:29 (EDT)

Jack Benny did a funny sketch with Marilyn Monroe in 1954. Has anyone else read the transcript for this? It's good!
Emma
UK - Sunday, April 06, 2003 at 08:18:40 (EDT)

I listen to the shows every Saturday night on KNX/1070, and have rediscovered how dry and subtle Jack's humor was, along with his perfectly-cast supporting staff. I vaguely remember the TV show from the early 60's, but those Radio shows make for the fastest half-hour of each week.
Greg Hardison <greghard@hotmail.com>
Los Angeles, CA USA - Sunday, March 30, 2003 at 13:13:00 (EST)

Thank Goodness for recordings and a site such as crispy.com, where Jack and the Gang will live on forever and ever ... "We're a little late folks, so goodnight" Terri (still 39 also!) Simon
Terri Simon <terrimsimon@attbi.com>
Chicago, IL USA - Monday, March 10, 2003 at 18:43:37 (EST)

Thanks for the memories.
Diane Leong <tleong10@hotmail.com>
Tucson, AZ USA - Sunday, March 09, 2003 at 21:12:12 (EST)

Jack Benney was funny not like the comedians there are today.
Robert Miller <vegas20012000@yahoo.com>
North Babylon, NY USA - Sunday, March 09, 2003 at 13:45:17 (EST)

jack benny was one of the top comedians of all time!
Caroline Chaudhary <ilostmytruelove@hotmail.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Saturday, March 08, 2003 at 14:25:32 (EST)

I currently have a one man company called nostalgic productions. I have developed a program called the The Jack Benny Show. The audience love. I think Benny is the greatest comedian we have ever known
daniel a. buttolph <dabuttolph@aol.com>
cleveland, oh USA - Thursday, February 27, 2003 at 19:15:46 (EST)

Hi, Laura! I was really bummed having to miss the 39 Forever celebration. I was really pleased, however, to meet you in Waukegan last spring. Had a chance to see any of the Benny movies I sent to you yet?
Gary Smith <gosmith117@Yahoo.com>
Hermon, ME USA - Saturday, February 22, 2003 at 17:54:11 (EST)

They dont make them like jack anymore.
Robert &Trudie Carter <photobug17@juno.com>
Salem, Or. USA - Friday, February 21, 2003 at 15:02:34 (EST)

Thanks - My friend and I had a blast this weekend at the convention! It was a one-of-a-lifetime event!
Jon <flashframe@earthlink.net>
Northridge, CA USA - Tuesday, February 18, 2003 at 21:14:24 (EST)

Laura - I would like to thank you and all the others who made this past weekend so wonderful. The "39 Forever" get-together was fantastic!! Bob and Audrey Allen
Bob Allen <star@mc.net>
Kildeer, IL USA - Tuesday, February 18, 2003 at 08:03:07 (EST)

I loved Jack Benny. He was one of the funniest men who ever lived. He was just as funny in real life as he was on TV. All he had to do was stand still and deadpan to get laughs. I would like to see reruns of his show. G.H.
Grace E Hampton <exhoicat@earthlink.net>
Burbank, CA USA - Sunday, February 16, 2003 at 16:28:39 (EST)

born in 1938 I grew up with jack benny
wayne rutherford <waynethomp@hotmail.com>
weymouth, ma USA - Sunday, February 16, 2003 at 03:37:58 (EST)

What's happening this weekend?
Hans Agneessens <hansagnese@juno.com>
Santa Monica, CA USA - Sunday, February 16, 2003 at 01:46:41 (EST)

Mel Blanc was a third cousin. My mother is Anne Blank, mother of Jeanne and Barbara. I think of Jack often.
Richard Fendrich <richardfendrich@msn.com>
Burbank, CA USA - Saturday, February 15, 2003 at 11:24:01 (EST)

I have always ADORED Jack Benny. May I join your fan club? Thanks!
Debbie <fuzzyduckling@webtv.net>
USA - Thursday, February 13, 2003 at 15:38:14 (EST)

LL: Sure...you've got the right credentials. Click on Membership (at left), then How to Join.

I can not get in
Elaine <Elaine814@Yahoo.com>
Spartanburg, SC USA - Wednesday, February 12, 2003 at 18:32:12 (EST)

LL: To what page?

As a fan of classic comedy (I prefer not to use the words "old-time", as truly great comedy never gets old), I was ecstatic when I came across this site. I, too, am 39 years old, and like my grandmother and Mr. Benny, refuse to budge another inch. I used to listen to the Benny program on WAAM in Ann Arbor MI, my hometown. They played his prgoram, along with Burns & Allen, and Edgar Bergan & Charlie McCarthy. They made working in a warehouse bearable. It is good to see that there are people out there who still appreciate what good comedy is, and are willing to preserve it. We are all too rapidly losing those who have a first-hand connection with it. I was saddened to read of the passing of Susan Marx, Harpo's wife, just a few days before Christmas. Laura, whether you know it or not, no matter what you do at your day job, you are truly a first-rate historian!! Thank you for your dedication.
John Griffin <moelarrycheez@hotmail.com>
Casselberry , FL USA - Monday, February 10, 2003 at 04:36:38 (EST)

LL: John, thank you very much for your kind words. It's support like that which makes this labor of love worthwhile.

Jack Benny is my favorite of the old time radio shows. He and the gang will live forever!
Dennis Johnson <dcjohnson@earthlink.net>
Valley Village, Ca USA - Monday, February 10, 2003 at 00:16:39 (EST)

My favorite Jack Benny movie is TO BE OR NOT TO BE, mainly because it is very funny, but also because it has the added bonus of co-starring CAROLE LOMBARD: she was amazing! I also like THE HORN BLOWS AT MIDNIGHT, which a lot of critics (and from what I've read, Jack himself) dismiss. I found it very funny. And Eddie "Rochester" Anderson has some great moments in BUCK BENNY RIDES AGAIN. I also loved Jack's appearances on THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JOHNNY CARSON. What are other fans' favorite Jack Benny movies???
Paul Spagnuolo <ramjet63@hotmail.com>
USA - Sunday, February 09, 2003 at 18:21:08 (EST)

Loved Jack and the gang. Sad that no one seems to remember Kenny Baker, the honey-voiced tenor. Does anyone know where I could find a copy of Kenny Baker's biography?
Patricia Doll <derock@olypen.com>
WA USA - Sunday, February 09, 2003 at 17:40:48 (EST)

This is certainly one of the best sites I've ever seen.
Samantha Williams <willsam911@yahoo.com>
USA, none USA - Sunday, February 09, 2003 at 11:18:29 (EST)

HMMM I LISTEN TO JACK BENNY,ROCHESTER,DENNIS DAY AND OF COURSE LAST BUT NOT LEAST MARY.THEN LATER I WATCHED ON T.V.,ITS HARD TO BELIEVE THAT THEY ARE ALL GONE,BUT THEY STILL LIVE IN THE WORLD OF REPEATS THANK GOD.
BILL SKOLNICK <billskol@msn.com>
SIMI VALLEY, CA USA - Sunday, February 09, 2003 at 03:11:00 (EST)

Hello, I am Sanjir from India. I am Nevada at Uinversity of Las Vegas where I am study physics with my friend Manish Jain. We go to night clubs and afterwards surf Internet. We enjoy your website much. Thank you.

Sanjir Mahit <sanjirm@unlv.edu>
Las Vegas, Nevada USA - Sunday, February 09, 2003 at 00:40:10 (EST)

I am a huge fan of Gisele MacKenzie. I think she is the best singer in the world! If anybody would like to correspond and/or compare notes about anything at all please email me directly.
Mike <mikestraton@webtv.net>
Los Angeles, USA - Saturday, February 08, 2003 at 20:07:23 (EST)

I met Jack Benny many years ago.It was the Christmas party on the Tonight Show at NBC in Burbank.I still listen to the KNX drama hour. They (the cast)will always be alive to me. Don Wilson,Mary,Dennis Day,Phil Harris,Rochester,and Mel Blanc(Train leaving for Anaheim,Azusa and Cucamonga).And the floor walker,"May I help you"? Frank Nelson. And Ed,who guarded Jack's money in his basement. And of course, Polly,his parrot.
Stu Berman <stu.tytex28@worldnet.att.net>
Burbank, Ca USA - Wednesday, February 05, 2003 at 23:03:01 (EST)

Have been a Benny fan since the early 40's, just looking
Herb Koester <Herbycide@attbi.com>
Ferndale, WA USA - Wednesday, February 05, 2003 at 13:38:36 (EST)

I spent 26 years on the radio, in New York, and I was so busy answering calls that I never realized that Jack had reached 39 !
Gil Ellis <gjellis@adelphia.net>
Marina Del Rey, CA USA - Monday, February 03, 2003 at 21:49:12 (EST)

I love to listen to Jack Benny old time radio program. I have alot of his stuff from the 40's and 50's.
Kathleen Burke <pmb313@bestweb.net>
Croton, NY USA - Monday, February 03, 2003 at 18:32:32 (EST)

Listened to him as a child. In college, a friend and I had an ongoing routine: Jack Benny, Dean Martin, and Smokey, the Fire Prevention Bear.
william goldsmith, m.d. <williamgoldsmith@hotmail.com>
USA - Friday, January 31, 2003 at 18:46:24 (EST)

Jay Hickerson was right. This is an excellent site. Even sent a card to a friend
Bob Reynolds <boblo1@alltel.net>
Lynn, NC USA - Friday, January 31, 2003 at 16:45:37 (EST)

I can not go one Saturday without listening to Jack Benny on KNX1070 @ 9:00PM
Christopher Guarino <cguarino@adelphia.net>
WestLake Village, CA USA - Thursday, January 30, 2003 at 19:03:02 (EST)

he was very popular here too but we don't hear much about him now. thanks for the site so we can connect with the memory.
australian universities <wilson.jackson@anu.edu.au>
USA - Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 14:47:44 (EST)

friend is having a birthday party and we need a Jack Benny impersonator, as he in his favorite entertainer. We are located in the San Fernando Vallet which is part of Los Angeles CA. I need some help. Than you
Fred <Mesirov>
Camarillo, CA USA - Saturday, January 25, 2003 at 18:22:49 (EST)

I was raised listening to the Jack Benny on the radio in the early 30's My dad really enjoy this and we could not make a noise during this time The years that followed I continue to listen and watch him on Tv
William J Gunderson <gunrye@juno.com>
Eugene , Or USA - Saturday, January 25, 2003 at 01:59:26 (EST)

I really enjoyed these old favorites when I was a kid!!!!
Jean Cornwell <jec71901@yahoo.com>
Hot Springs, Ar USA - Friday, January 24, 2003 at 22:38:45 (EST)

I JUST WENT BACK AND LOOKED AT SOME OF THE ENTRIES IN THE GUEST BOOK. i SAW DANA ROSNER'S AND i JUST WANTED TO ADD MY TWO CENTS WORTH. i TOO MISS JOHNNY CARSON A LOT. HE WAS AN AMERICAN ORIGINAL, AND NONE OF THE CURRENT TALK SHOW HOSTS CAN HOLD A CANDLE TO HIM! i LIKE HIM BECAUSE HE AND JACK BENNY WERE GOOD FRIENDS, AND REALLY APPRECIATED EACH OTHER'S COMEDY STYLES. JOHNNY HAS A NICE WEBSITE WHIC H PEOPLE CAN VISIT: www.johnnycarson.com, AND HE HAS MOST OF HIS OLD SHOWS AVAILABLE FOR SALE! I BOUGHT ONE FROM 1976 THAT I WAS ON PLAYING "STUMP THE BAND" WITH JOHNNY & ED & DOC...THAT WAS FUN!!! ALSO, i AM SORRY I JUST FOUND OUT ABOUT THE CLUB. I WOULD HAVE LOVED TO GO TO FOREVER 39, BUT I CAN'T AT THIS LATE DATE. WILL THIS BE AN ANNUAL EVENT?
PAUL SPAGNUOLO <ramjet63@hotmail.com>
USA - Friday, January 24, 2003 at 18:38:37 (EST)

LL: Per your comments about Johnny Carson, I was in touch with him yesterday to discuss the possibility of his involvement in 39 Forever. While he is not able to make the event, he did wish us the all the best with it.

I've had a lot of people ask if 39 Forever is going to be an annual event, and the answer is no. We're putting all our efforts into making 39 Forever the biggest and best Jack Benny celebration it can be...truly a once-in-a-lifetime event. After all, you can only induct Jack into the National Comedy Hall of Fame once! There may be smaller, more informal gatherings in the future, but 39 Forever is the one not to miss.

HELLO! I just discovered the IJBFC today, have signed up to join the club, nad have ordered the newsletter! I am a huge fan of Jack Benny. I have several books, lots of 8 X 10 photos, and videos of his movies that are currently commercially available. I am 50 years old. I remember sitting with my dad and watching Jack...he was my father's absolute favorite, and I developed my love for Jack and his comedy because of my dad. I really miss him...there was no one else like him, and there will never be anyone else like him ever again.
PAUL SPAGNUOLO <ramjet63@hotmail.com>
USA - Friday, January 24, 2003 at 18:33:09 (EST)

Hey I really like your site. I have found some of the information here helpfull. Thanks :)
Joe D.
Joe <j_dirt@hotmail.com>
Memphis, TN US - Tuesday, January 21, 2003 at 22:45:46 (EST)

I love our new statue. Hope your visit here was a pleasant one!
Bob Barnett <rjb409@aol.com>
Waukegan, Il., USA - Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 23:12:23 (EST)

I've been working hard promoting my site lately and checking out what others have done. It's great to see others as passionate about their site as I am about mine. My site is about jokes and humor. If you visit it, I hope you enjoy it.
Jokes <johnnysjokes@yahoo.com>
New York, New York USA - Saturday, January 18, 2003 at 18:54:53 (EST)

enjoyed the radio and t.v. shows.I have listened to them for 30 years.horn blows at midnight? (wellll)
vincent marrozzo <vjmarrozzo@aol.com>
garden grove , ca USA - Saturday, January 18, 2003 at 01:02:29 (EST)

I am 19 years old and Jack Benny has been my favourite comedean since I was 10. It is so wonder full that comedy that was written 50 years ago is still so funny now.
jessie <aldergrove420@aol.com>
aldergrove, bc Canada - Thursday, January 16, 2003 at 06:07:44 (EST)

Trying to find out if the regulars on his radio/tv shows are still living or have passed on.
ROBERT HOSTLER <HOSTLER@PACBELL.NET>
AUBURN, CA USA - Wednesday, January 15, 2003 at 22:33:14 (EST)

LL: Sorry to say that pretty much all the regulars are gone. However, we do have some of the folks who appeared on the program at 39 Forever. See the first item under Featured Items on the home page to check out the lineup!

Gisele Mackenzie! What a thrill it will be to meet her. I go way back in my appreciation of her vocal talents. My favorite song she ever did is "Hard to Get" (When they were hard to get, you wanted my kisses, when first we met, how you wanted my kisses...) A magnificent song. I remember Gisele singing it on a TV special in the '50s. Wayne
Wayne Lawless <DeepinHrt@aol.com>
Lawndale, CA USA - Wednesday, January 15, 2003 at 06:54:21 (EST)

Want a wonderful discovery, an official fan club for the beloved Jack Benny. The convention sounds exciting and I plan to be there. Wayne
Wayne Lawless <DeepinHrt@aol.com>
Lawndale, CA USA - Wednesday, January 15, 2003 at 06:50:58 (EST)

I miss Johnny Carson terribly. He was hilarious. I loved his guest spots with children (especially Drew Barrymore), animals, as well as the skit as the mind reader wearing the large puffy pink hat (I forgot the character's name). His opening monologue and wonderful variety of guests were terrific. I used to laugh so hard that I cried. Ed McMahon was the perfect right-hand man for him. I can't think of any one particular show that I liked the best, but certainly his final show featuring Bette Middler and Robin Williams was fantastic. I wish that Johnny had never felt the need to end his wonderful shows, but I guess he had accomplished enough in this phase of his career. I hope he is doing well. Dana.
Dana Rosner <danarosner1214@hotmail.com>
Los Angeles, CA USA - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 02:34:16 (EST)

I know I like when people sign my guestbook so I figured I'd sign yours! Have a happy New Year!
Conde <user@nospam.com>
New York, New York USA - Sunday, January 12, 2003 at 19:32:50 (EST)

Hello. I am considering writing about Jack Benny's vaudeville years. Does anyone have access to information that might be helpful? Thanks.
Pam Munter <pmunter@teleport.com>
Palm Desert, CA USA - Tuesday, January 07, 2003 at 19:42:01 (EST)

LL: Take a look at our Biography ("The Story") page for starters, and the list of biographies in our FAQ. Also note the Al Boasberg essay in our Classifieds (under "Goodies"). If you need more, E-mail jackbenny@aol.com.

Great site for a great comedian. Jack was the best!
James
Chicago, IL USA - Sunday, January 05, 2003 at 19:43:32 (EST)

great site
chris <aquadesign@wanadoo.fr>
faches, fr - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 18:34:39 (EST)

Hi!! I'm trying to find a website that might sell the music of Giselle McKenzie. I have a tape of an old Christmas album that has great sentimental value, but would like to get a CD or more recent copy of it. Does anyone know of a website that might sell her music? Thanks! Suzanne suzannesg@juno.com
Suzanne <suzannesg@juno.com>
Orlando, FL USA - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 19:55:23 (EST)

LL: Take a look at our Links page for Gisele's official site. Only photographs at the moment, but you can always ask. Also look at the NPR Music Source (no financial connection, just good experience).

LL.You have a quite active message board here. I'm wondering if you would not benefit from phpBB? It is free to use by anyone, and has mods to match any site layout. I think you'd like it. And did I mention its free? ;)
webmaster forum <webmaster@webmasterforum.net>
USA - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 12:44:00 (EST)

i would like to find an audio copy of one or many different versions of the jack benny-mel blanc sue-si-sy comedy routine
james wiser <ag2573@aol.com>
wilton, ct USA - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 22:02:56 (EST)

LL: Look under "Other Stuff" (under Biography) and you'll find a page that lists the dates of all the Si-Sy routines on radio. We have them all in our library (see IJBFC Library under Programs).

Both me and my sister Katie are HUGE fans of Jack Benny. We have been listening to old radio programs for the last 3years (since I was 17 and she was 14). Jack Benny is by far our favorite radio personality. We have memorized every Jack Benny program we own. Sometimes we even find ourselves singing the LSMFT commercials! We consider it a big privilege to be in the Jack Benny fan club.
Emily Chayka
Appleton, NY United States - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 20:08:43 (EST)

LL: And we love to share Jack's work with young members such as yourselves. Thanks for joining!

Visit www.artphotovideo.photoreflect.com to view my photos of Jack from 1969 in LA.
Arthur (Art) Usherson <artphotovideo@mindspring.com>
Roswell, GA USA - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 08:22:26 (EST)

Just checking to see where I can find a tape or Mp3 of Jack & Mel Blanc version (Si, Cy, Sue) ? Thanks, Gene F.
Gene Filiatrault <geneandjeanne@telus.net>
Mission, B.C. Canada - Friday, December 13, 2002 at 08:55:53 (EST)

LL: You can see the dates that the Si-Sy routine was performed on the radio show under Biography - Other Stuff. We have all of them in our library, which you can see under Programs - IJBFC Library.

Jack Benny is th best
Ryan <cool_goodwin@hotmail.com>
USA - Monday, December 09, 2002 at 14:59:09 (EST)

Where can I find the Jack Benny movies made back in the late 30's and 40's that included Rochester? I am looking for * The Meanest Man in the World * Man About Town * Buck Benny Rides Again I have searched everywhere for these movies on VHS or DVD nobody has them. Can you tell me if the are available for purchase or if they will be. Thank You Kathy Roe
Kathy Roe <Dakalroo@cs.com>
Milford, DE USA - Monday, December 09, 2002 at 10:55:31 (EST)

LL: It's unfortunate that these fun movies have not been released on video. Three options....
1) Check with the folks on our Tape Trading List (see Programs - Tape Trading List)
2) Post a request to our Forum (see Forum - Bulletin Board)...you'll see someone recently asked for Buck Benny
3) Check Ebay. Copies of the movies come up now and again there.
Good luck!

I am 32 but have listened to Jack on tapes since I was a little kid. I laugh more at him than anything on TV
Bryan Smith
USA - Saturday, December 07, 2002 at 11:14:06 (EST)

I expressed this story to Eddie Carroll at breakfast one morning. I spent the afternoon around the pool at the Flamingo Hotel in Las Vegas at the age of 14 in a great conversaion about radio with Jack Benny. He was the headliner there and came out to the pool and ask if the lounge chair next to me was taken. Those were the days of Vegas. It was the summer before I was to begin High School.
Conrad Bachmann <HoboHamlet@aol.com>
Woodland Hills, CA USA - Saturday, December 07, 2002 at 01:44:02 (EST)

Loved Jack and obviously, this site is alabor of love
fred schrank <fritz@vance.net>
Warrenton, NC United States - Wednesday, December 04, 2002 at 15:29:12 (EST)

To me, Jack Benny was more than just a great comedian. He was an unbelievable humantarian who bordered on sainthood. I believe we loved and still love Jack so much because underneath the humor, we find his eternal kindness and grace.
Nate Gordon <gord2000@aol.com>
Westport, CT USA - Tuesday, December 03, 2002 at 13:27:18 (EST)

Hi, Laura! What can I say: Jack and Mary forever!
Michelle Susan Varteresian <lynx@provide.net>
Livonia, Mi USA - Saturday, November 23, 2002 at 21:41:59 (EST)

how are you doing
Tarkara Pruitt <www.tarkara@cribs.com>
Waukegan, Ill USA - Thursday, November 21, 2002 at 15:49:25 (EST)

Jack was the best...Always made sure his cast got as many laughs as himself. The greatest!!
Budd Bergman <bandmi@adelphia.net>
Manhattan Beach, CA USA - Wednesday, November 20, 2002 at 10:47:36 (EST)

I use to love The Jack Benny television series'
David Shovan <dshovan@ees.eesc.com>
Marine City, MI USA - Monday, November 18, 2002 at 01:10:57 (EST)

Great Web site. I found out about it during an interview on YesterdayUSA.com on the Internet. I not only have a great love of Benny and the entire cast, but have a special affection for Dennis Day. My name is Dennis Daily. My mom, a great Benny show fan, while pregnant with me in the late 1940s, knowing her future child's last name would be Daily, decided to name me Dennis. And, I'm an Irish tenor. Thanks to all of you. Dennis Daily/UPI Feature Writer/ddaily@upi.com.
Dennis Daily/UPI Feature Writer <ddaily@upi.com>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Saturday, November 16, 2002 at 22:41:52 (EST)

Have always been a huge Benny fan, still laugh out loud while watching the tv antics of Jack, Rochester, Don and Dennis... Although I'm now 40, I'm ready to start being 'forever 39'. Thanks Jack!
Dan Olson <danmolson@shaw.ca>
Coquitlam, Canada - Wednesday, November 13, 2002 at 03:15:40 (EST)

What made Jack Benny so great was that he was not afraid of being made fun of by other cast members. The supporting cast was a perfect match for Jack. Even Don Wilson the announcer could be very funny by the way he delivered his lines...and could go on about Mel Blanc forever and the many characters he played on the show but him announcing the train to Anaheim, Asuza and Cucamonga was classic OTR. Just bought a 9 CD set of Jack Benny shows and am anxiously looking forward to hearing them.
Andrew Godfrey <Niteowl049@msn.com>
Pineville, LA USA - Tuesday, November 12, 2002 at 14:53:46 (EST)

I really wish more young people could appreciate J.B. ...
Concrete <koolguy@yahoo.com>
Seattle , WA USA - Tuesday, November 12, 2002 at 06:18:02 (EST)

LL: Actually...you might be surprised how many do. I've had a large number of people sign up in the past 6-9 months and self-identify that they are between the ages of 20 and 35. I know we have some members as young as 10 or 12. I myself am 33. But apropos of the signature below, sometimes it takes someone already familiar with the shows to be able to "enlighten" someone who wasn't there. So remember, you can share the wealth!

I don't suppose we will ever return to the days when young people and adults alike had the privilege of listening to old radio shows like that of Jack Benney. The list of old radio shows is very very long. Young people today do not realize this. Our yesterday audio entertainment was made up of a huge variety of comedy, drama, etc. It was all exceptionally entertaining, especially compared to what is available today. If this generation knew what they missed by being born after that entertainment era they would demand a rerun of almost everything that was available before their time. They would also wonder why it disappeared from radio. We who are older know and it is a sad story and sad for the children of today. Let's hope that we can recover these times by replaying them today or recreating that kind of entertainment for today's and future generations. Can it happen again?
Bob Swenson <robertswenson@aaahawk.com>
Longview, wa USA - Monday, November 11, 2002 at 17:28:50 (EST)

BEEN COLLECTING OLD RADIO SHOWS FOR SEVERAL YEARS-FOUND THIS SITE BY ACCIDENT-LOOKS INTERESTING
JOHN HORAK <JORAK52@MSN.COM>
RACINE, WI USA - Saturday, November 09, 2002 at 20:49:16 (EST)

I heard there's a Website offeriung many of the Benny shows free off the computer. Is this tre and may I have the URL?
Wayne Barr <waynebarr@barronseduc.com>
merrick, ny USA - Thursday, November 07, 2002 at 15:37:03 (EST)

I love Jakc Benny, my favourite comedian. Refreshing, compared to the sub-par comedies these days.
Eric Brown <cincinnatusimperialis@hotmail.com>
USA - Wednesday, November 06, 2002 at 19:49:04 (EST)

Hello. I was checking out your site and thought I would complement you on building such a nice site. Your site has very valuable information. great site for jack benny fan club. I have to go now. Keep up the good work.
Sam <samuel_jackson_2002@yahoo.com>
LA, CA USA - Wednesday, November 06, 2002 at 02:55:38 (EST)

Hi! I was just passing through your site, you have lots of great information, good reading, thank you.
Atilda
USA - Sunday, November 03, 2002 at 14:25:34 (EST)

Listening to Jack Benny every night before bed. Started in 1933 and am now up to 1940.
Raymond Eifler <worthy@ameritech.net>
Farmington Hills, MI USA - Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 11:00:55 (EST)

Would like to join the club Matt Dietz
MATT DIETZ <mattdietz@prodigy.net>
MANASQUAN, NJ USA - Sunday, October 27, 2002 at 17:33:34 (EST)

I always loved Jack Benny and am very happy to hear of the fan club and how to join.
Alan Glaser <Aglaser2@aol.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Sunday, October 27, 2002 at 12:50:30 (EST)

I am an absolut fan of Jack Benny. I am only 10 years old. My mom got me into old time radio and I think he is so funny. I have memeorized almost every show on that we have of him and I have only been in to him for about a year. That how funny and overpowerin he was and still is.
Gabriella Guilfoil
Olympia, WA USA - Sunday, October 20, 2002 at 19:30:23 (EDT)

hi i been listing to jack benny since i was a boy and every night before i go to sleep i listen to a jack benny tape i am still missing some tapes for my collection,
tom warner <warnerresearch@aol.com>
kearny, nj USA - Tuesday, October 15, 2002 at 20:13:39 (EDT)

I am a Jack Benny fan, and am interested in Jack Benny Radio Programs, are any of these shows available on line Vincent
VIncent Spiteri <v_spiteri@hotmail.com>
epping, victoria Australia - Sunday, October 13, 2002 at 22:32:07 (EDT)

I am a big fan of Jack Benny, and the radio gang. I remember listoning to old tapes when I was very little, and I still do at the ripe old age of 18! :D Anyway, this is a great site, and I loved watching your film clips of the show! Keep up the good work! Jenny
Jenny <sandstorm@earthlink.net>
Sacramento, CA USA - Saturday, October 12, 2002 at 14:57:14 (EDT)

Hi there. I'm a developer for las vegas golf resorts and las vegas casinos websites. I guess internet casino gambling and golf is my specialty. Just wanted to say I like what you did with your site. You did a great job.
Teresa James <teresa_james36@hotmail.com>
Las Vegas, NV US - Thursday, October 10, 2002 at 22:41:36 (EDT)

- HAPPY TO SIGN YOUR GUEST BOOK! I HAD A CHANCE TO SEE JACK BENNY SITTING IN EMPTY AUDIENCE AT A REHEARSAL OF SOME TV SHOW AT NBC BURBANK. DON'T KNOW WHY HE WAS THERE. HE LOOKED VERY SERIOUS,I SUSPECT HE WAS WATCHING SOME TALENT REHEARSING. THAT'S MY STORY.
RAY MARKHAM <NOHO1@NETZERO.NET>
N. HOLLYWOOD, CA USA - Thursday, October 10, 2002 at 14:00:20 (EDT)

Great site! He was a great man. I am a young fan but I really enjoy reading new things on him!
Deanna Nakashima <a_banana_for_nana@yahoo.com>
Greeley, CO USA - Monday, October 07, 2002 at 15:46:09 (EDT)

Still the best
Joseph Greco <amajag@comcast.net>
Cherry Hill, NJ USA - Monday, October 07, 2002 at 11:25:49 (EDT)

Been a Jack Benny fan for as long as I can remember.During WW@ he and his cast came to Montreal on a bond tour.He was to appear at a womans army base near where I lived.Was disappointed when he didn't arrive but rochester and Don wilson did and they were the first autographs I ever got.Can anyone tell me the date in 1956 when jack played Carnegie?I took a photo of Judy garland leaving the Palace to attend the after theater party .I would like to know the date of that pic. Gordon
Gordon Stevens <BRumbolt@AOL.com>
Montreal, PQ Canada - Sunday, October 06, 2002 at 11:52:00 (EDT)

Long time member of the club and lifetime fan of Jack and the Gang. I have most of his radio shows on cassettes and often play them to give me a positive boost. No one, but no one, well maybe Seinfeld, gives me as much a laughter boost as Jack and the Gang. I have heard these shows a zillion times and still they, like Seibfeld, provoke prodigious amounts of laughter.
George Nichols <logroll603@msn.com>
Surprise, AZ USA - Saturday, October 05, 2002 at 21:59:44 (EDT)

Fantastic site! Are there any Jack Benny interviews out there on the net?
George Granger <bdggranger@sbcglobal.net>
Castro Valley, CA USA - Wednesday, October 02, 2002 at 23:48:58 (EDT)

i saw jack benny live when i was eight; my parents took me to a show called an hour and sixty minutes with jack benny. i never forgot it.
george tannenbaum <george.tannenbaum@ogilvy.com>
new york, ny USA - Sunday, September 29, 2002 at 20:42:40 (EDT)

Hello there , Robert Andy here . Just want to say your site is very nice. By the way it is my honour to sign such a great site guest book.
andy
USA - Saturday, September 28, 2002 at 00:45:25 (EDT)

Great Website and very usefull. I am working for online as seen on tv store. I find your site while searching using search engine and It's a pleasure to sign your guestbook. Thanks!
Ian Harrison - seen tv <harrison_ian@yahoo.com>
Texas, Texas USA - Friday, September 27, 2002 at 00:50:32 (EDT)

I have been a fan for many years both on the radio and film. There was something magical about Jacks timing-those long pauses.
Maurice O'Neill <oneillone@iolfree.ie>
Ireland - Sunday, September 22, 2002 at 12:56:01 (EDT)

Dear Sir: Can you help me locate the Jack Benny TV Show that featured a duet (violin chalange) between Jack and I think Geisel McKinsey. It was for me a most unforgetable moment. I at one time did have the piece on tape but have somehow misplaced it, I'm afraid it is lost to me forever. I would be happy to pay whatever the cost. Thank You Carl Vitelli Jr
Carl Vitelli, Jr <carlvitellijr@aol.com>
New York, NY USA - Wednesday, September 18, 2002 at 20:33:57 (EDT)

Hello! Amy Catering San Diego California. Thank you for letting me sign your guestbook and thank you for your website. Glad you are here.
Amy
San Diego, CA US - Saturday, September 14, 2002 at 17:53:34 (EDT)

I GREW UP WATCHING JACK BENNY AND LOVE HIS HUMOR AND THE CHARACTERS HE HAD ON THE SHOW. I JUST RENTED A VIDEO...THE SMOTHERS BROTHERS SHOW AND SAW HIM AGAIN AND LAUGHED JUST AS HARD AS I DID WHEN I FIRST SAW IT... IT STILL IS FUNNY
RON <FITRON7635@AOL.COM>
LA, CA USA - Friday, September 13, 2002 at 17:39:17 (EDT)

I remember the day JACK BENNY,Passed on 28 years ago. I was shaken,knowing then there will never be another like him again.He lives on forever in your fantastic Website. Everyones responces say it all about JACK BENNY ! Stephen
Stephen Turck
Charlestown, RI USA - Friday, September 13, 2002 at 12:06:19 (EDT)

What a wonderful site and tribute to Jack and the "gang"! I love this show. It is amazing how crisp and timeless the Jack Benny show really was and is. Thank you for helping to preserve it and making it available. Thank you.
steve <sopranowicz@aol.com>
myrtle beach, sc USA - Thursday, September 12, 2002 at 20:33:31 (EDT)

I was at the waukegan statue dedication and I have always been a fan, yours, the next generation
Kimmi Freeman
wheaton, ill USA - Thursday, September 12, 2002 at 00:24:36 (EDT)

Hi Everybody. Wish I did your graphics. Great work. I found you at a free dating service site for adult personals believe it or not. One of the personal ads at the dating service referred to your site as a favorite. Amazing what you can find doing online dating huh? Email me if you want at beatrice_tran@hotmail.com.
Beatrice
Cleveland, Ohio US - Wednesday, September 11, 2002 at 14:47:19 (EDT)

It is very possible that in a few years, Rancho Cucamonga, may celebrate Jack Benny with a Festival. At this point, there is a magnificent statue of him in the entry of the ball park in R.C. Adult Park. Did you know this?
hilda phillips <povlo@earthlink.com>
Rancho Cucamonga, Ca. USA - Saturday, August 31, 2002 at 23:00:20 (EDT)

I was born in 1951 and from the time I was 3 years old I was watching thr Jack Benny TV Show. I loved this man as he was a genious as a comedian. I would drop my baseball mitt on the ground to run home to watch an episode of his show. He was simply the best. Now at age 50 I recently started downloading his old radio shows from Win Mx. Those shows were just as funny as his TV shows. I wonder if he was a smoker since his sponser was Lucky Strike? There will never be another Jack Benny and that is sad but yet good in a way as this man needs to be remember for all eternity!
Ronnieg
Hollywood, Ca USA - Friday, August 30, 2002 at 22:46:38 (EDT)

jack's radio shows in the 40's and 50's bring back so many great memories. listening with my grandmother on her big firestone console radio. Jack was very very special.
dan eckelbarger <djdan57@aol.com>
goshen, in USA - Friday, August 30, 2002 at 18:13:25 (EDT)

Great website - I don't understand why the Benny shows aren't shown more often or on more channels, like TVLand. He's ADORABLE! We have been fortunate to have it this week on WLIW New York, along with Burns&Allen. We are taping the episodes, on for a few days in a mini-marathon. I wish they would show it more often - it's so well written and of course performed.
Margaret Gavin <margaretgavin@yahoo.com>
S.I., N.Y., NY USA - Friday, August 30, 2002 at 17:15:51 (EDT)

I think Jack Benny is so cool. I am going too Jack Benny Middle School.so i wanted to check otu his sight
Samantha <queenigirl1>
Waukegan, il USA - Tuesday, August 27, 2002 at 12:25:21 (EDT)

I'm a fan of Jack Benny of long-standing (and some sitting). My favorite show is his discovery of Dennis Day working in a Chinese restaurant.
Bob Wombacher, Jr. <bashfulbobmotel@webtv.net>
Page, AZ USA - Sunday, August 25, 2002 at 14:47:23 (EDT)

Jack Benny is forever.
John <John@Just-Contractors.com>
USA - Saturday, August 24, 2002 at 02:42:34 (EDT)

i have been listening to jb since i was 14. i am now 30. it's been a real source of joy esp when i need to calm down after teaching all day!
Robyn Rivero <teach_2_live@yahoo.com>
pinon, az USA - Friday, August 23, 2002 at 00:29:48 (EDT)

Just came across your website from a link off google.com. It's great! Just wanted to mention that my father was Jack Benny's drummer for 25 years and also appeared on some of the episodes. His name was Sammy Weiss. Keep up the great work. Regards, Jayne Weiss
Jayne Weiss <pettunia@att.net>
Chatsworth, CA USA - Wednesday, August 21, 2002 at 19:43:39 (EDT)

Hi, folks - we are currently mounting a Jack Benny TV biopic - I would love to hear from the fans on their thoughts! Please e-mail me on your opinions and take on a two-hour movie on the life of the one-and-only JACK BENNY. Especially if you have seen Eddie Carroll's one-man-show, "Laughter in Bloom." Thanks! jeff@laughingduck.com
Jeff <jeff@laughingduck.com>
Tarzana, CA USA - Tuesday, August 20, 2002 at 18:59:29 (EDT)

Well.....I'm thinking!
Joe Schnorr <jschnorr@epix.net>
Longpond, PaPA USA - Monday, August 19, 2002 at 22:09:51 (EDT)

Thank you for making a Jack Benny webpage and fan club. I have been a fan of his all of my life. In this way his humor will not be forgotten.
John Taylor <taylor26554@aol.com>
Fairmont, WV USA - Monday, August 19, 2002 at 06:57:41 (EDT)

The best comedy show in the history of radio
Todd Kunkler <tkunkler@flyspirit.com>
Van Nuys, CA USA - Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at 16:21:39 (EDT)

Thanks for keeping Jack's memories alive. JH
Jack Hartley <jhartley@jps.net>
Ukiah, CA USA - Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at 14:00:29 (EDT)

It is good to see that you are continuing the timeless humor of the master.
Bob Burns <bobburns29@mchsi.com>
Marion, IA USA - Friday, August 09, 2002 at 22:03:54 (EDT)

It is fitting that the IJBFC keeps the memory of this great comedian and American alive. Every fan should see the Jack Benny exhibit here in Chicago at the Museum of Broadcast Communications in the cultural center downtown at Michigan ve and Randolph Sts. During February Chuck Shaden devotes the entire month on his radio show 'Those were the days' on WDCB 90.9 FM from 1 P.M. to 5 P.M. almost entirely to Jack Benny. If someone was to want copies of shows he has an extensive collection. Chucks email is 'twtdchuck@aol.com'. You can listen to him over the internet on Saturday afternoons at www.wdcb.com. They stream the show in Media player or Real audio. 39 year olds every where on the planet can laugh along. Also collections of Jack Benny programs are available from many sources, one I know of is Metro Golden Memories here in Chicago. They will ship anything anywhere and may have Jack's movies also. It's wonderful site and we miss Jack and his gang very much.
Ted Bleiman <ted@mdmradio.com>
Chicago, IL USA - Friday, August 02, 2002 at 19:04:46 (EDT)

i would like to pay my own tribute.to one of the most talented stars of all time. at his best with.bob hope.
mr b hunt <www.bh.co.uk>
staines, uk england - Monday, July 29, 2002 at 08:38:33 (EDT)

In the last two years my son Ryan and I have "discovered" the Jack Benny radio program and love it. We listen to an episode nearly every day. My son especially loves the shows Mel Blanc was a part of. The Si - Si one makes us laugh every time we hear it. I just found this site and thought I'd sign the guest book.
Tracy L. Allred <Teacherman2000@hotmail.com>
Culleoka, Tn USA - Friday, July 26, 2002 at 15:15:22 (EDT)

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San Francisco, Ca US - Friday, July 26, 2002 at 10:14:56 (EDT)

Great site dedicated to a great comedian!
John Robles <john910@aol.com>
Ventura, CA USA - Friday, July 26, 2002 at 09:05:10 (EDT)

I LOVE JACK BENNY MARY LIVINGSTON DON WILSON PHILL HARRIS DENIS DAY (KENNY BAKER ) AND EVERYONE ELSE
LIZZY BARRON
USA - Tuesday, July 23, 2002 at 16:28:35 (EDT)

Oh my gosh! I thought that I was the only one that admired Jack Benny and his radio programs. How nice to know that there are so many others.
Kevin Wierda <KJWierda@worldnet.att.net>
Norton Shores, Mi USA - Monday, July 22, 2002 at 21:13:25 (EDT)

With apologies to Jack's best friend, George Burns was NOT "God" -- but Jack just MIGHT have been! (At least in a non-religious sense!) I was born in late 1956, which, at this writing, makes me... oh... 39 years old, seven times running! (One has to steal from the best, ya know!) I've been a fan of Jack's since my youth, initially through Tonight Show appearances and his late 1960s TV specials (anybody recall "Jack Benny's Bag?"), but it wasn't until I started listening to his radio shows on cassette in the 1980s that I began to understand what a master the man really was! I was (and am) a big Johnny Carson fan since early childhood as well, and it wasn't until I was an adult that I realized how much Carson's humor, style, and timing owed to Benny. May your organization last 39 years (in other words, forever!)!
David M. Lynch <dml@expose-epistle.org>
Webster, MA USA - Wednesday, July 17, 2002 at 21:37:12 (EDT)

I'm an admirer of Benny's genius and wit, and I'm pleased to get in touch with others who feel that way. Here it is almost impossible for people to know him, he's outside the local culture.
Carlos Alvarez <alvarezca@hotmail.com>
Bogota, Colombia - Sunday, July 14, 2002 at 22:28:11 (EDT)

Jack Benny is simply the greatest American born comedian in history. His radion show format has been duplicated many times by others on television and movies. He will never be forgotten. carson g long
Carson G. Long <carson17921@Yahoo.com>
Ashland, PA USA - Monday, July 08, 2002 at 13:52:50 (EDT)

Great tribute to Jack Benny; fantastic Web site! I'm 47, and can still fondly recall how I loved watching The Jack Benny Program on TV with my parents in the early-1960s...Something about his humor struck me, and I always continued to never miss a TV show he was on over the years, whether it was a Special on NBC or a guest spot on "The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson", or some other program. One of our TV stations in Los Angeles in the early-1970s or late-'60s also showed re-runs of the Benny Program often, and I watched those over and over again, they were so funny and well done...I love the one where Jack did a spoof of how the Beverly Hills Police Department operates. Then, later, I learned more about his radio shows, and what he was famous for before TV! Wow, I simply love Jack Benny, and cried when he died in 1974... But, I'm so happy that he is still remembered today by not only us older fans, but a new generation of fans who have discovered his timeless, comic genius. Also, I'm happy that I grew up in Anaheim and lived there from 1965-85...I see that there is a site on Anaheim history and someone has written a nice article about "Jack Benny's Anaheim, and how that city became connected with Jack's radio and TV shows over the years, and a story or two about Jack's visits to Anaheim, expecially one in 1947 when the town was still quite a small agricultural community in Orange County. He is my favorite performer/comdeican from the old days of radio and TV, because his shows were and are still so consistently funny and entertaining. Jim Hilliker Monterey, CA
Jim Hilliker <jimhilliker@hotmail.com>
Monterey, CA USA - Friday, July 05, 2002 at 23:27:36 (EDT)

I grew up listening to Jack Benny on the radio and later seeing his television programs. As a kid I had the pleasure of meeting him briefly once. He was a truly GREAT comedian. Thanks for the opportunity to this site.
Cy Rowe <cy_@bellsouth.net>
Gastonia, NC USA - Thursday, July 04, 2002 at 14:18:20 (EDT)

I am old enough when you tuned in the benny radio program sunday evenings. of course you "watched" the radio instead of TV Appreciate a wonder web site you have for a wonderful man
dan eckelbarger <djdan57@aol.com>
goshen , in USA - Wednesday, July 03, 2002 at 19:58:21 (EDT)

Looking forward to your convention next year in Los Angeles.
Jerry Mezerow <moviebuff35@webtv.net>
Anaheim, CA USA - Wednesday, June 26, 2002 at 18:01:19 (EDT)

I have been a Jack Benny fan for years. I have a lot of his old radio progams and a few of his movies. I am currently try to obtain a VHS copy of his movie "Buck Benny Rides Again" Any leads anyone could give me would be appreciated.
William Tusch <wtusch@san.rr.com>
San Diego, Ca. USA - Sunday, June 23, 2002 at 20:16:48 (EDT)

I signed up to become a member and don't know for sure if I am a member.
Barbara Googins <timbarb@sbcglobal.net>
Walnut Creek, CALIFORNIA USA - Thursday, June 20, 2002 at 22:03:52 (EDT)

Great site!! It is such a shame that there are no contemporary comedians that even attempt to approach comedy in such a dignified manner as Jack did....where are all the "next" Bennys, Hopes, Burns, Durantes, Knotts..etc? What happened? Seems its far too easy to use the shock value of foul language than it is to be a true comedian. LIVE 365.com has a great Jack Benny station-FREE to join! Just go to site and search for Jack Benny.
Joe Daniel <RalShExch@cs.com>
Raleigh, NC USA - Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at 22:45:03 (EDT)

Thank you for keeping the memory of the greatest comic alive.
Jack Hartley <jhartley@jps.net>
Ukiah, CA USA - Thursday, June 13, 2002 at 00:45:23 (EDT)

A great site; a great organization
Jim Seitzinger <jimseitzinger@hotmail.com>
Lawrenceville, IL USA - Monday, June 10, 2002 at 13:23:01 (EDT)

I've been a Jack Benny fan since the mid-1990s. His comedy is better than any of the nonsense that passes for comedy today. Great site you have here.
Scott B. Kelly <sbkelly@mail.com>
St. Louis, MO USA - Thursday, June 06, 2002 at 22:47:36 (EDT)

My name is Edmund Marco and it's a pleasure to sign your guest book. I work for an advertising agency in London. Our agency represents direct marketing companies that are involved in the marketing of products as seen on TV in England. Most of the infomercial products come from the U.S. but then again we export our talents as well. My brother has appeared in infomercials in the U.S. advertising various products. I think it's hilarious that English people respond so well to American products while Americans tend to respond well to sales people who have an English accent!
Edmund
London, Kent England - Saturday, June 01, 2002 at 06:06:43 (EDT)

Jack's terrific; thanks for your site. pd
Paul DeLucchi <pauldelucchi@earthlink.net>
San Francisco, CA USA - Saturday, June 01, 2002 at 00:27:47 (EDT)

The sense of humour on the Jack Benny show is as fresh today as it was when it first aired. If only more people could enjoy such finer, milder, and better tasting humour. Quality of product is essential! Oh dear. Marketing really DOES work. ;)
Sarah <redeye@one.net>
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Monday, May 27, 2002 at 17:18:13 (EDT)

Am interested in your club. Looking for audio tapes.
Bob Hanna <bobbyhanna@webtv.net>
St. Augustine, FL USA - Sunday, May 19, 2002 at 14:12:53 (EDT)

I've been commissioned to write the history of the Orpheum Theatre in Vancouver, B.C. The theatre will be 75 in November. Jack Benny first appeared in Vancouver in the 1920s at an earlier Orpheum, and I believe appeared in the present-day Orpheum in 1928 . . . with Sadie Marks, later Mary Livingstone, sitting in the front row and heckling him. I'd be delighted if anyone had SPECIFIC dates Jack appeared in Vancouver in the 1920s. I have specific dates for his latter appearances, when he played to help raise money to save the theatre. (This was in the 1970s.) But earlier dates would be *much* appreciated by this writer! Thanks. Chuck Davis derlang@uniserve.com
chuck davis <derlang@uniserve.com>
Vancouver, BC Canada - Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at 17:53:16 (EDT)

I am enjoying the site and am very glad that you have it. I am working on a project and this site has come in really handy
Sosha McCoy <SoshaMcCoyisawitch@yahoo.com>
Lansing, NC USA - Tuesday, May 14, 2002 at 18:40:23 (EDT)

As house announcer at the National Orange Show in San Bernardino,in the year Jack died,Jack B., producer Bernie Scheppers and I whiled away part of the time between the matinee and evening show chatting in Bernie's office. Mostly we listened to JB reminisce and it was great! He was so proud that on his last tour of Great Britain, "with Mary and suitcase after suitcase of her gowns," the theater in Dublin charged the highest ticket prices of its history. Also, he was so solicitous of her well being that that he placed a call to his home (wouldn't let us leave the room), made sure she was okay and reminded her, "You're having dinner tonight at (so-in-so's) home. Be sure to call them and tell them you need a ride. No, don't call a cab! They'll pick you up. After my show here, I'm scheduled to make an appearance at that big hotel at LAX, so I'll be home about midnight" After his death I did a Jack Benny tribute for the San Bernardino Sun. One of the humblest persons I ever met. Thanks for letting me share..Chuck
chuck palmer <chuckchat@att.net>
San Bernardino, CA USA - Tuesday, May 14, 2002 at 16:56:40 (EDT)

LOVE JACK; LISTEN TO HIS TAPEA ALL THE TIME.
RONALD PELLETIER <RONALD.PELLETIER@VERIZON.NET>
PAWTUCKET, RI USA - Sunday, May 12, 2002 at 08:55:29 (EDT)

Big Benny fan - glad to find the site.
Ray Horton <RaymondBHorton@aol.com>
Floyds Knobs, IN USA - Wednesday, May 08, 2002 at 09:13:06 (EDT)

Jack was a a great comedian and a great american,he could make you laugh without uttering a word like when in a tv sketch he was asked by a robber your money or your life,or when he played the violin with the greats.I miss his humor.
JEROME D. LERNER <jengen8@aol.com>
OCEANSIDE, NY United States - Wednesday, May 01, 2002 at 23:54:27 (EDT)

How wonderful to celebrate America's greatest comedian in this way. His tv shows lit up my childhood in the UK.
john fisher <johnfishermagic@hotmail.com>
UK - Monday, April 29, 2002 at 10:12:23 (EDT)

Jack Benny and his memorable cast is a part of radio history that shall never be forgetton , but cherished throughout time.
Katie vanMeter <MadMike67>
Utica, NY USA - Sunday, April 28, 2002 at 13:20:03 (EDT)

Bring back the talent.
Pablo Rivera <ampress01@yahoo.com>
Fort collins, co USA - Wednesday, April 24, 2002 at 02:54:38 (EDT)

looking for name of song that he played on the violin.Know he was a concert violionist, trained but can not remember the name of the song he would play.
Pernilla Foran <pohskolling@aol.com>
Huntley, Il USA - Sunday, April 21, 2002 at 17:52:34 (EDT)

(4/28/02 LL: You're probably thinking of his theme song, "Love in Bloom". If not, let me know: jackbenny@aol.com)

Oh for the love of heaven !!!
Goff Martin <goff@quixotefilms.com>
Vancouver, BC CANADA - Wednesday, April 17, 2002 at 03:14:07 (EDT)

Finally!
Kenneth Clarke
USA - Saturday, April 06, 2002 at 17:35:49 (EST)

I am member but have not received a NL for quite some time. Is it still published? Owens
Owens Pomeroy <OPomeroy@msn.com>
Balto., MD USA - Friday, April 05, 2002 at 00:03:49 (EST)

(4/28/02 LL: The newsletter is definitely still in publication, with the most recent issue being sent a couple weeks ago. Please see our "Newsletter" page under Membership for subscription information.)

great to find this page. I adore JACK BENNY.
RHONDA PETREY SMITH <rhonda218@hotmail.com>
USA - Tuesday, April 02, 2002 at 23:48:17 (EST)

Jack Benny was MY favorite comedian. I simply signed your guest book for that reason. I have no questions.
Nolan Fremin <freminn@prodigy.net>
Ocean Springs , MS USA - Tuesday, April 02, 2002 at 17:00:14 (EST)

It's nice to see that Jack Benny lives on the Web.
Gilbert A. Cherryhomes <gilbertc@gte.net>
Eunice, NM USA - Sunday, March 31, 2002 at 23:35:42 (EST)

Jack Benny is my all-time favorite entertainer and has been since I was eleven years old. I recently celebrated my 39th birthday, and thanks to Jack Benny, it won't be my last 39th birthday!
Mark LoPresti <TexBAvery@aol.com>
Buffalo, NY USA - Tuesday, March 26, 2002 at 19:20:16 (EST)

Love Jack, Groucho, George, Eddie et al, maybe its a Jewish thing, though I am a gentile yorkshire girl from UK
cathy <cathygroucho@hotmail.com>
Yorkshire, uk - Wednesday, March 20, 2002 at 15:30:15 (EST)

W-e-l-l!!!
Joann Casciola <Gvana 454@cs.com>
Coram, NY USA - Tuesday, March 19, 2002 at 18:37:09 (EST)

Benny was/ is THE BEST !
George H. Smith <bsmith@epix.net>
New Holland, PA USA (17557) - Monday, March 18, 2002 at 08:05:07 (EST)

I recently found out that Jack Benny had a strong influence on Johnny Carson. I love Jack Benny's humor and his humanity. The comedy in days past was so much better than it is today. Thank you for the Web Site.
Dona Wilson <broome434@yahoo.com>
Vestal, NY USA - Friday, March 08, 2002 at 00:17:03 (EST)

Jack is one of the all-time greats. Perfect timing, enduring character, et. Although I am too young to remember his radio and TV programs, I have heard them and I admire Jack MUCH more than more modern comics.
Joyce Haas <Jhaas@shentel.net>
USA - Thursday, February 21, 2002 at 22:14:49 (EST)

I have been trying to get to the page for several times. I have finally made it WELL!!! It is good that so many people remember the best Comic around. Laura Keepthe page going
Ellis Hogue
Hapeville, Ga USA - Friday, February 15, 2002 at 04:11:28 (EST)

we miss you
Thomas Szczepanik
buffalo, ny USA - Thursday, February 14, 2002 at 16:40:35 (EST)

Happy Birthday to Jack Benny. May he continue to celebrate his 39th birthday.
Fred <FVelez1242@aol.com>
New York, NY USA - Thursday, February 14, 2002 at 10:23:58 (EST)

Happy Birthday Mr. Benny; you're still the best!!!!!!!!
Steve Dunnington <bgstvstvd@netscape.net>
USA - Wednesday, February 13, 2002 at 23:23:18 (EST)

Hey Website owner. Just wanted to say hi. I mean hey.
Catherine Lake
Los Angeles, CA USA - Wednesday, February 13, 2002 at 03:50:42 (EST)

I would love to find the whereabouts of Douglas Croft. Does anybody know where he is? You might recall, he played in a number of movies in the 40's, but I'm particularly interested in his role as the bratty Raymond in George Washington Slept Here. I know he was born in 1929, and his real last name is Wheatcroft.
Barbara Thunell <AETgolf@aol.com>
Canoga Park, CA USA - Tuesday, February 12, 2002 at 17:47:58 (EST)

Hi Can any of JACK'S FANS help me. I seen a flim about 20 years ago were I THINK Jack played a married man with a teenage daughter. A rich uncle comes to stay'(the uncle looks like the man off the Kentuky fried chicken AD)The flim was made in the 50,s I guess, I have never forgot the joy this film gave me hope you can help and hope it was Jack thanks
KEVIN McKEVITT <KEVCAL136@AOL.COM>
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Thursday, February 07, 2002 at 17:37:49 (EST)

After using this site to send my brother a bunch of "JACK BENNY" cards when he actually turned 39 I began to realize just how many saying that we use every day come directly from the "Jack Benny Show".I sure wish we could get it on cable here in Louisville. Is it even availible? Elaine
Elaine Laurenz <ezzilla@bellsouth.net>
Louisville, KY USA - Tuesday, January 29, 2002 at 20:21:45 (EST)

Jack Benny's T.V. show was always a favorite. To bad its not in syndication. He truly was one of the greats.
Austin Maxwell <am8814@gates.com>
MO USA - Tuesday, January 15, 2002 at 15:13:10 (EST)

It is reassuring to know that the continued existence of this website serves as a touchstone to all of Jack's fans.
Behn Israel T. Gonzales <rutgon1217@hotmail.com>
West Covina, CA USA - Monday, January 07, 2002 at 01:19:32 (EST)

Jack Benny is one of the most influential people in my life. I am glad I discovered this fan club..rsp
Richard S. Perry <rsperry@stny.rr.com>
Corning, NY USA - Friday, January 04, 2002 at 21:55:49 (EST)

I have been a Jack Benny fan for many years. I have many of his radio programs and never tire of listening to them. Forever 39 and forever in our hearts!
JANET MADAY <MAYDAYMAYDAY@AOL.COM>
CUTCHOGUE, NY USA - Friday, January 04, 2002 at 21:40:58 (EST)

I'm working with Ben Thum on a documentary about Jews in American comedy. We're planning to make Jack Benny a major character in this program. It's good to be able to draw from the resources you have gathered.
Stephen Most <smost@earthlink.net>
USA - Wednesday, January 02, 2002 at 15:05:15 (EST)

Thank you very much for the site.
Jeffrey Chase <Jeffreychase1@aol>
St. Louis Park, Mn USA - Monday, December 31, 2001 at 20:37:01 (EST)

Good ol' Jack, forever 39, giving me something to laugh at in this age of low comedy, making me smile, and getting me into Fred Allen (heaven forbid!!)
Jonelle <borrani250@aol.com>
MA USA - Monday, December 31, 2001 at 17:42:57 (EST)

I have loved Jack Benny since I was a kid in the 1970's and saw a clip from his tv show on a CBS aniversary special. I was learning to play the violin at the time and the skit was centered on his playing the instument.
Dwayne Skubon <evilxeyex@aol.com>
Richmond , VA USA - Wednesday, December 19, 2001 at 13:15:32 (EST)

Terrific web site. Good to know there are others who have fallen under the spell of Jack and his gang. Happy Holidays.
Dylan Oles <amberanddylan@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, December 19, 2001 at 07:07:51 (EST)

Jack's the best. Since moving to KY the most thing I've missed from L.A. is KNX radio's Saturday night Jack Benny broadcast. KNX occupies the same studios which was CBS when Jack Benny recorded there.
James Michael Hite <jmhite@bluegrass.net>
Louisville, KY USA - Wednesday, December 12, 2001 at 16:21:45 (EST)

I've beenlstning to Jack for over 60 years and he's just as funny now as when I first heard him.
Joyce M. Worley <joyworley@aol.com>
Las Vegas, NV United States - Wednesday, December 12, 2001 at 13:56:37 (EST)

Visit my site to view my Jack Benny photos from 1969 at: www.artphotovideo.photoreflect.com
Arthur Usherson <artphotovideo@mindspring.com>
Atlanta, GA USA - Sunday, December 09, 2001 at 03:38:06 (EST)

Visit my site to view my Jack Benny photos from 1969!
Arthur Usherson <artphotovideo@mindspring.com>
Atlanta, GA USA - Sunday, December 09, 2001 at 03:33:04 (EST)

Just discovered your site. Thank you for doing something for the very finest radio comedian of all time.
Dalyn D. Helbling
USA - Saturday, December 08, 2001 at 17:54:07 (EST)

Jack Benny is the greatest -- on radio, TV, and the movies!
Steve Metzger <nancynovick@earthlink.net>
New York, NY, NY USA - Monday, December 03, 2001 at 11:15:07 (EST)

Hi, I am looking for the show and air date in which Jack had as guests the singing duo "Jan & Arnie" (of "Jennie Lee" fame. Later, Jan would team up with Dean Torrence to become "Jan & Dean"). This show would have been aired somtime in 1958/early 1959. Please e-mail me at skyliner58@hotmail.com Thanks! Warren
Warren Frederickson <skyliner58@hotmail.com>
Lancaster, ca USA - Monday, December 03, 2001 at 02:29:41 (EST)

I am glad to be a member of the JBIFC.
Jessica Stewart <JStewRN@AOL>
Portland, OR USA - Sunday, November 18, 2001 at 23:26:45 (EST)

I kinda like it. Thanks!
Cherrie Nelson <cnelson12@aimultimedia.com>
Tacoma, WA USA - Thursday, November 15, 2001 at 19:37:09 (EST)

get a life
juan
deland, fl USA - Thursday, November 15, 2001 at 13:45:17 (EST)

Some nice work.
Andy Eldridge <aeldridge@home.com>
Lockport, TN USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2001 at 17:52:52 (EST)

Jack Benny took violin lessons with my great grandfather, so I feel I have a psychic connection with him........hahaha
anonymous
USA - Wednesday, October 31, 2001 at 15:36:22 (EST)

"Love ya, Jack! Damn glad to have known ya as well as I did! - Long may this web site be! - Miss ya like crazy!" - Foggy
Foggy <foggy@bupkus.com>
Grants Pass, OR USA - Wednesday, October 17, 2001 at 23:58:46 (EDT)

Great web page.!!
James Benny Stockbauer <afgear@austintx.net>
Austin, TX USA - Friday, October 05, 2001 at 12:26:12 (EDT)

nice picture
Carmen M. Thomas <carmen78408@yahoo.com>
corpus christi, tx USA - Thursday, October 04, 2001 at 16:38:19 (EDT)

I've been a fan of Jack Benny nearly all my life. We used to listen to his show on radio every Sunday evening in our home in Proctor, MN. I have a bunch of tapes of his televised programs, too.
Bob Wombacher, Jr. <bashfulbobmotel@webtv.net>
Page, AZ USA - Monday, October 01, 2001 at 14:42:16 (EDT)

MISS JACK, HIS GENTLENESS, HIS HUMOR, HIS INTEGRITY. THANKS FOR HAVING A WEBSITE TO BRING BACK THE THE SWEET MEMORIES OF A SWEET PERFORMER.
LEAH
USA - Sunday, September 23, 2001 at 22:24:38 (EDT)

MISS JACK, HIS GENTLENESS, HIS HUMOR, HIS INTEGRITY. THANKS FOR HAVING A WEBSITE TO BRING MAKE THE SWEET MEMORIES OF A SWEET PERFORMER.
LEAH
USA - Sunday, September 23, 2001 at 22:23:52 (EDT)

Great site. I was about 8 years old in the 1960s when I discovered Jack Benny daily reruns. Growing up with the 3 Stooges and cartoon humor, I discovered what REALLY FUNNY was. In November, 1974 I was supposed to see Jack Benny in person at a live performance in Dallas. I feared the worst when it was cancelled. His death a few weeks later was like the loss of a close friend. And it WAS.
Frank Provasek <ropertex@ix.netcom.com>
Fort Worth, TX USA - Sunday, September 16, 2001 at 20:03:50 (EDT)

To me the Jack Benny radio program was the finest entertainment every produced. However Jack made some fine feature films that don't seem to be available. I'm looking for Meanest Man in the World....some say his best film.....and also Charley's Aunt. (Not the Charles Ruggle version...but rather Jack's version.) Can anybody help? Thanks
ken behrens <behrens39@msn.com>
il USA - Sunday, September 16, 2001 at 15:26:11 (EDT)

this is a great website.i am 34.i just joined the ijbfc.i was watching tv late one night in 1990.i was flipping through the channels when i came across the jack benny show.i thought it was funny so i tuned in the next day & the day after that.in no time i became a jack benny fan.i have lots of his tv shows on tape & whenever we go on long cartrips i always make shure i have plenty of jack benny shows to listien to.my dad says he saw jack benny walk through the lobby of a hotel in new york. he didn't go up to him & say hi or anything he said his voice was really full & rich.
robbie strauss <robbo879@aol.com>
sunrise, fla USA - Monday, September 10, 2001 at 18:28:54 (EDT)

Jack Benny will always be as much of Americana as Apple Pie and Grandma's cookies. Thanks for the wonderful web page and countless hours of some of the best entertainment ever. Sincerely, Jerry Alexander
Jerry Alexander <kb6kyj4@prodigy.net>
Roseville, Ca USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 23:04:54 (EDT)

sale
xxx
USA - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 07:25:47 (EDT)

When I was a kid, my father was the vet for Lake County (we lived in Grays Lake in 1946-54). We joined Am Echod where I heard about Jack being a former member. I just searched for Am Echod and I found about this site. It is interesting learning more about Jack Benny via the web. Keep up the good work.
Allen Erdheim <avirgo@bigfoot.com>
New York, NY USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 21:36:36 (EDT)

thank you
tony scotino <donnamarie4@prodigy.net >
saint louis, mo. USA - Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 23:55:37 (EDT)

It's wonderful to see that Jack still has a following. My father was Hilliard Marks, writer/producer and the TV show in the 50's. Jack was my uncle and a very wonderful man. I have great memories of him. Thanks for keeping his humor alive. Jessica
Jessica Marks <afritel@aol.com>
Palm Harbor, FL USA - Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 12:07:34 (EDT)

Does anybody know where Dale White, who played Don Wilson's son, Harlow, is these days? Also, is the Beach Boys song Little Old Lady from Pasadena based on Madge Blake's guest performance on Jack's show?
Fred
USA - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 01:50:25 (EDT)

ive always loved jack,,, id love to have more of the half hour shows,,
rob caetta <rcaetta@conninc.com>
conover , nc USA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 22:02:31 (EDT)

ive always loved jack,,, id love to have more of the half hour shows,,
rob caetta <rcaetta@conninc.com>
conover , nc USA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 22:02:24 (EDT)

Jack was one of the greatest comedians that ever lived. I am 29, soon to be 30, i remember watching the TV shows when they were syndicated in the 80s. And hearing the radio shows when Radio Yesteryear used to distribute them...I thank Laura and the rest of the group for keeping his memory alive....Glad there is this site...I look forward to trading if i can...or whatever, anybody can contact me re: Jack Benny or just to say hello..I don't mind. My aol Screen name is DanaRamson. I wonder if anybody has video of some of the Jack Benny Specials??? I have heard some audio..but does anybody know about the videos??? Sincerely, David Hazard PS Thanks Laura :)
David A. Hazard <davidhazard71@mediaone.net>
Mansfield, MA USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 21:31:29 (EDT)

My name is Norma Stevens. I am the widow of Larry Stevens who sang as a regular cast member of the Jack Benny Show for two years as a replacment singer for Dennis Day during Dennis' time in the Armed Services during WWII. Larry passed away in April 2000 but before his death, he made several appearances on the East Coast for OTR. Two years before his death, he made a singing comeback at The Cinegrill in the The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Larry followed this performance by making a CD of many of his favorite songs, some of which he had sung on The Jack Benny Show. His death occurred before his CD could be distributed. If anyone is interested, it is a beautiful album and can be obtained by e-mailing me at SongsbyL@aol.com His voice was as beautiful, if not more beautiful at the age of 77 as it was when he sang on the show in 1944-46. You will absolutely love his CD.
Mrs. Larry Stevens <songsbyl@aol.com>
Santa Maria, CA USA - Monday, July 30, 2001 at 18:50:52 (EDT)

Is this the orginal IJBFC??? the one I belonged too in when I lived in Sacramento,Calif.??? I hope so.....
Rob Crawford <rcrawford_1950@msn.com>
Phoenix, Az USA - Monday, July 30, 2001 at 12:59:42 (EDT)

Here's another big fan of Jack Benny. I just finished reading his biography written by Mary Livingstone and Hlliard Marks called Jack Benny. I look forward to the other version, written by Joan Benny. I have one question.. I am a member of Adat Ari El (formerly Valley Jewish Community Center) in North Hollywood, Ca. There is a memorial plaque for Jack Benny there. Was he a temple member then or did someone make a plaque in his name. --Larry Mayer
Larry Mayer <lmayer@kusc.org>
Los Angeles, CA USA - Monday, July 16, 2001 at 13:30:19 (EDT)

are there dvd compilations of his tv show available?
john sherrard <skr7k7@hotmail.com>
torrance, ca USA - Sunday, July 15, 2001 at 03:18:20 (EDT)

I've been a Benny fan and collector for close to 10 years. I just found your site. Looks great and I'm very glad to see a Jack Benny fan club online. Jack, and the program, deserve it.
Chris B. <brat_1975@yahoo.com>
Burlington, NC USA - Saturday, July 14, 2001 at 23:46:26 (EDT)

Nobody can make me laugh like Jack Benny.
Artie-Rene Knight <arene4@home.com>
Portland , OR USA - Tuesday, July 10, 2001 at 23:20:30 (EDT)

Jack is the best
????? <TrowaBarton@about.com>
USA - Monday, July 09, 2001 at 13:14:32 (EDT)

We just watched the "George Washington Slept Here" film with Jack Benny & Anne Sheridan. It was at least as good as "It's a Wonderful Life." The Washington quote was very inspirational. I'll remember to hide my tennis racket next time we encounter termites. Best Regards, Nick
Nick Brough <brough@wpaccs.com>
Pittsburgh, Pa USA - Sunday, July 01, 2001 at 19:28:49 (EDT)

great site, look forward to being a member!
keith wissman <kwissman@aol.como>
royal oak, mi USA - Friday, June 29, 2001 at 19:41:29 (EDT)

I am trying to find shows that contained the "visit the vault" running gag scene. Can anybody help me? Phil
Phil Kinnicutt <leafishing@aol.com>
Kailua, Oahu, HI USA - Tuesday, June 26, 2001 at 17:32:32 (EDT)

a jack benny fan forever
douglas mckay <douglasmckay66@yahoo.com>
marysville, wa USA - Sunday, June 24, 2001 at 23:58:43 (EDT)

Glad you're here. I'm a devoted Jack Benny fan and have been collecting programs of his for the past 20 years.
David Holley <holleydthome@juno.com>
Salt Lake City , UT USA - Sunday, June 24, 2001 at 13:48:09 (EDT)

what a nice surprise finding this sight. thanks for making it available
bill binzen <binzen@dejazzd.com>
USA - Wednesday, June 20, 2001 at 19:10:56 (EDT)

I am currently in a show in branson,MO in which a comedian impersonates Jack Benny, well! I play the violin/fiddle and would like to play a little tidbit of something that would be reconizable to Benny fans. Where can I find Mr. Benny's "theme" music? help! thanks.
Mark Thomas Baczynski <mark13131@msn.com>
Millersville, tn USA - Monday, June 04, 2001 at 10:49:35 (EDT)

31 year old fan. i love the history of comedy. the late 30's to the late 50's to me were the purist and the most sophisticated era of comedy. from the marx bros., to the honeymooners even bing crosby. i am almost enveous of people who grew up during this time. from a distance it feels like it was a huge norman rockwell painting. mr. benny and his comedical circle are a once in a life time occurance. my generation will look back on the seinfeld's and the letterman's of this era(i happen to be huge fans of both). however today's artists simply do not compare. long live jack benny!!!!
ernest richardson <ernie5555@home.com>
long branch, nj USA - Sunday, June 03, 2001 at 18:56:57 (EDT)

i would like to listen to any and every radio program ever broadcasted, as well as tv program.
ernest richardson <ernie5555@home.com>
long branch, nj USA - Sunday, June 03, 2001 at 16:36:56 (EDT)

I listened to radio and tv brodcast as a young person and would like to listen to some of the broadcasts. I always really liked the program and also Fred Allen.
Earl M. Williams <pugbox@yahoo.com>
Topeka, Ks USA - Sunday, June 03, 2001 at 16:19:05 (EDT)

I'm 55. Jack Benny became my favorite comedian when I first saw him on TV in the early 50's. I was also fortunate enough to see him perform in person on three different occasions, and after each show I was able to go backstage and meet him. He was warm, kind, and very generous with his time. He is still my favorite commedian, and he always will be. I'm grateful that so much has been preserved, but I still miss him. I get over to L.A. ocassionally, and I always stop by Hillside Memorial Park to "pay my respects."
David L. Williams <drdavidlwilliams@qwest.net>
Phoenix, , AZ USA - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 16:38:56 (EDT)

24 year old fan of Jack Benny. A pure comic genius, right up there with George Burns, Mel Brooks, Steve Martin, and the Smothers Brothers.
Shawn Rogers <doctor@whoever.com>
Fullerton, Ca USA - Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 00:51:15 (EDT)

We love Jack Benny too. There was only one. That's too bad. He was the best stand up comedian there ever was.
Robert Rogers <rahalcart@snowcrest.net>
Red Bluff, Ca. USA - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 10:55:12 (EDT)

how do i become a member of the international jack benny fan club
Howard A. Cramer <hc7249@aol.com>
Wellington, FL United States - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 20:02:56 (EDT)

HELLO. I am interested getting information about Jack Benny's radio programs. Thank you.
Adelia Price <ams3de@aol.com>
Chicago, IL USA - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 11:27:55 (EDT)

I've listened to Jack Benny for a number of years, ever since my Dad started getting tapes of his material when I was a kid at home. (By the way, he's a fan club member--Hi Dad!) I'm almost 35 now, and Dad's still laughing at Mr. Benny's timeless classics! It's nice to know some things never go out of style...
Andrea Brent Coffer <coffer9595@home.com>
Ledbetter, KY USA - Tuesday, May 15, 2001 at 17:42:29 (EDT)

On most days I listen to tapes of old radio shows during my commute by train to and from NYC. On days when I'm feeling stressed out, depressed or just plain tired, I always listen to a Jack Benny show. Those shows have an almost magical life enhancing quality. The great jazz drummer Art Blakey once said that music should seek to wash away the dust of life, I think Benny's programs have the same effect.
Ira Chineson <irachin@earthlink.net>
USA - Tuesday, May 15, 2001 at 14:32:54 (EDT)

Jack Benny was my idol and mentor. I had the privledge of interviewing Jack for my book "Great Comedians Talk About Comedy." After that meeting we saw each other often during my years as a stand-up comedian. I developed my act doing self-deprecating humor as a result of Jack's influence. That interview has been preserved on tape and will soon be available from Laugh.com.
Larry Wilde <larrywilde@aol.com>
Carmel, CA USA - Sunday, May 13, 2001 at 20:08:17 (EDT)

What a lovely tribute to a timeless comedian. Nice job...
Donna Cathcart
USA - Thursday, May 10, 2001 at 22:14:39 (EDT)

Love that Benny!
Tom Hall <tjhall@megsinet.net>
Aurora, IL USA - Sunday, April 29, 2001 at 21:37:00 (EDT)

It's so much fun to read about Jack Benny. The IJBFC chat on April 22 was great. Listening to the two radio shows was the best. Thanks for the site. I hit it every day.
Christine K <kikiklee117@hotmail.com>
Fort Thomas, Ky USA - Saturday, April 28, 2001 at 21:55:20 (EDT)

Nice web site. Jack is the best!
Ed Sershon <ed_n7phy@juno.com>
Everett, WA USA - Friday, April 27, 2001 at 00:47:45 (EDT)

Well where do you start when your referring to greatness this man held his audience in the palm of is "weeeell" hand His sidekick rochester his valet man friday maxwell driver money or your life......what are you waiting for?....... Well? I'm thinking!!! Routines like this is what place him as a top banana in vaudeville in the movies on radio and television. Too bad many will be alive today whon't be with this clown how sad this will be that we will lose all that he has done to make comedy what is is today. Rochester!! Yes Mr. Benny! Mr. Benny your gonna be missed hey play the violin and keep em laughing the angels need another miser.
N.Jay Holtzman <n.jayholtzman@mailcity.com>
Bellmore, NY USA - Wednesday, April 18, 2001 at 17:52:36 (EDT)

Well where do you start when your referring to greatness this man held his audience in the palm of is "weeeell" hand His sidekick rochester his valet man friday maxwell driver money or your life......what iare you waiting for?....... Well? I'm thinking!!! Routines like this is what place him as a top banana in vaudeville in the movies on radio and television. Too bad many will be alive today whon't be with this clown how sad this will be that we will lose all that he has done to make comedy what is is today. Rochester!! Yes Mr. Benny! Mr. Benny your gonna be missed hey play the violin and keep em laughing the angels need another miser.
N.Jay Holtzman <n.jayholtzman@mailcity.com>
Bellmore, NY USA - Wednesday, April 18, 2001 at 17:51:59 (EDT)

I have a new favorite place in cyberspace and I am glad that Jack and the Gang still have a forum for their timeless contribution to our enjoyment.
william h. powers <docpowjr@aol.com>
lou, ky USA - Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at 23:36:07 (EDT)

I have personal memorbilia of Jack. Interviewed him for my book "Great Comedians Talk About Comedy", have color negative photos of him, two hand crafted statues, etc.
LARRY WILDE <larrywilde@aol.com>
Carmel, CA USA - Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at 17:35:22 (EDT)

I LOVE Jack Benny! He was a master timing, playing the audience, and his writers were able to blend the various personalities of the cast into an exquisite blend that has rarely been seen or heard since.
Tim Bair <tbair@hotmail.com>
Fort Smith, AR USA - Monday, April 16, 2001 at 19:05:31 (EDT)

Jack is the funniest
Dan Niles <danandtoni@excite.com>
Charleston, Il USA - Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 15:08:40 (EDT)

From what I've seen so far, this is a terrific site. I have various episodes and the audio to two of the television specials (20th anniversary special in 1970 and "Benny's Bag" in 1968, I believe.) Thank you thirty nine times!!
Jason Beard <None currently>
Syracuse, NY USA - Wednesday, April 04, 2001 at 15:12:28 (EDT)

This page needs a little work
nick campbell <nicholasc@core.com>
USA - Tuesday, April 03, 2001 at 20:06:50 (EDT)

Its great to see a site devoted to the memory of a great comedian.
James S Miller <james_miller@cbc.ca>
yellowknife NWT, Canada - Tuesday, April 03, 2001 at 10:20:15 (EDT)

Im so glad to find this site. Im a 32 year old male and most people my age have never heard of Jack!! Would love to hear from anyone wanting to trade radio programs on tape or cd and/or video.
Jeff Long <jefflong45@aol.com>
lancaster, pa USA - Wednesday, March 28, 2001 at 18:29:35 (EST)

YOUR SITE IF GREAT. I WILL BE SENDING A DONATION FOR JACK STATUE. THANKS FOR ALL YOU DO TO KEEP JACK AND FAMILY ALIVE!!
LYNN WAGAR <PHILCOLYNN@YAHOO.COM>
ST CLOUD, MN USA - Sunday, March 25, 2001 at 22:31:31 (EST)

Dear Laura Lee Leff. So glad you are back and haven't abandonded us. I've been a member in good standing since you organized the club, your name was Laura Lee and going to school in MI. I have sent you a few video and audio tapes and have the log you compiled a few years ago. You and Jack have at least one thing in common,THE BEST.Interested in trading tapes.
Lew & Edith Pearson <LewEdith@aol.com>
Marion , IA USA - Sunday, March 25, 2001 at 15:19:31 (EST)

Dear Laura Lee Leff. So glad you are back and haven't abandoned us. I've been a member in good standing since you was Laura Lee who organized the club, living in MI and still going to school. I've sent you a few video's and audio tapes and have your tape log of Jack Benny recordings. You and Jack have at least one thing in common-T
Lew & Edith Pearson <LewEdith@aol.com>
Marion, IA USA - Sunday, March 25, 2001 at 15:07:50 (EST)

Nobody like JACK BENNY! He is alive and well in all the hearts of those who love him! I love all his tv and radio shows!!!!
Davy McGlawn <mcglawn@netdoor.com>
Meridian, Ms USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 00:24:17 (EST)

New to site. Trying to see what is available here.
Jerome Hill <JHILL@vms.tarleton.edu>
Killeen, TX USA - Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 22:26:22 (EST)

I received your E-Mail
SCOTT ERICKSON <ilium7@qwest.net>
Andover, Mn USA - Friday, February 16, 2001 at 00:29:58 (EST)

iam looking for jack benny collectors. i have a statue approx 55 years old iam preparing to sell please respond ph 920 9892002 patrick laughrin
patrick laughrin <pglaughrin@aol.com>
hilbert , wis USA - Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 05:40:09 (EST)

Thanks for the effort youput into this site.Is it possible to increase the list of sites for downloading old Jack Benny shows for free in mp3.
Scott Erickson <ilium7@qwest.net>
andover, mn USA - Sunday, February 11, 2001 at 14:12:27 (EST)

Personally, Jack Benny has made me laugh for years, and I thank the stars (please excuse the pun) that a good portion of his radio and television shows were preserved. To show you how much brilliance and star power he had, every Sunday night his radio show attracted the equivalent of an Academy Awards audience and a Super Bowl audience combined! He is the true personification of a 'superstar'.
Scott Ferguson Greene <director1616@hotmail.com>
Palos Verdes Estates, CA USA - Thursday, February 08, 2001 at 18:31:15 (EST)

Personally, Jack Benny has made me laugh for years, and I thank the stars (please excuse the pun) that a good portion of his radio and television shows were preserved. To show you how much brilliance and star power he had, every Sunday night his radio show attracted the equivalent of an Academy Awards audience and a Super Bowl audience combined! He is the true personification of a 'superstar'.
Scott Fergusone Greene <director1616@hotmail.com>
Palos Verdes Estates, CA USA - Thursday, February 08, 2001 at 18:30:03 (EST)

Hi ... tried to subscribe to the on-line "Times," but it doesn't accept Visa issued in a country other than the USA. If there isn't some away around this glitch, might I send a money order for the e-mail version (USA funds)? Thought I should ask before acting. Thanks for the greatest site. george
dr. george pollard <gpollard@ccs.carleton.ca>
Ottawa, Canada - Sunday, February 04, 2001 at 20:46:55 (EST)

How do I join?
Marney Collins <Dannydaville@aol.com>
Hickory Hills, IL USA - Monday, January 15, 2001 at 19:36:38 (EST)

Jack Benny is proof that you don't have to be vulgar and disgusting to be funny on the radio!
Katie <Pogosheep@juno.com>
Chicago, IL USA - Sunday, January 14, 2001 at 21:59:06 (EST)

Watching or listening to Jach Benny makes you realize what a true comedian should be as opposed to what we have today.
Bob Ewing <Bewing2417@aol.com>
Boise, Id USA - Monday, January 08, 2001 at 22:42:16 (EST)

Just discovered the site. Looks great. Will be back, often. More comments later.
dr. george pollard <gpollard@ccs.carleton.ca>
Ottawa, Canada - Saturday, December 30, 2000 at 12:18:00 (EST)

I'm a Jack Benny fan, and I am wondering if there is a book that contains his old radio show scripts. If so, I would like to find out how to get a copy of it. Thanks.
Leroy Wolf <LLLRWOLF@MSN>COM>
Colwich, Ks USA - Wednesday, December 27, 2000 at 21:29:17 (EST)

whp played the floor walker on the radio show?
jack Globenfelt <derglob@aol.com>
garden city, ny USA - Wednesday, December 27, 2000 at 15:52:36 (EST)

JAck BEnny has never looked funnier or better. Great Site!
G. <Bfninersyanks@AOL.com>
Malvern, PA USA - Wednesday, December 20, 2000 at 11:19:19 (EST)

Hi Laura Saw you post in the OTR digest. Glad to see others in West Michigan like Jack Benny. I know, I sure do. I do remember WEHB. Those were fun times.
Mike Ray <mikeray41@excite.com>
Grand Rapids, MI USA - Tuesday, December 19, 2000 at 14:11:58 (EST)

Tribute must be paid.
Richard Leppig <richlep@yahoo.com>
Sunland, CA USA - Sunday, December 17, 2000 at 18:46:31 (EST)

I just found this site a few minutes ago in the Marx Brothers newsgroup. I'm glad I did. I don't have to look arond right now, but I will in the next few days. I've been a Benny fan for a long time (at least 30 years). I've read several of the books on Benny, and his radio show is one of my favorites. I'm glad to see he is not forgotten.
Tom Stillabower <rtfirefly@webtv.net>
Evansville, In USA - Saturday, December 16, 2000 at 01:48:37 (EST)

I was a friend of the Late George Burns for many years. I also worked for George on several ocassions. Jack was very dear to him. The stories of George making Jack laugh are legendary. Irving Fein, George's manager and Jack's manager and friend for almost thirty years, I am still in contact with. Today's "comedians" could take lessons from the Masters. Well............that's it.
Robert Howe <Scripts360@aol.com>
Oakdale, CA USA - Friday, December 15, 2000 at 09:50:38 (EST)

O K , O K , so I left one little letter out of my website address & the link failed, O k , o k , I put it back in, now it should work. Picky, picky, I glad some people never lived to experience the analness of web protocol.
Aaron Smith <aaronovitch@planetarymotion.net>
USA - Tuesday, December 12, 2000 at 12:22:22 (EST)

From my webpage you can see I always keep hs classic & beloved style of humor in mind even when tacklin` operose subjects
Aaron Smith <aaronovitch@planetarymotion.net>
Salamanca, NY USA - Tuesday, December 12, 2000 at 12:17:36 (EST)

Love that Mr. Benny ! Just found your website, I need to join the club !
Sharon Fisher <Sharonfisherpdx@aol.com>
portland, or USA - Monday, December 11, 2000 at 17:55:10 (EST)

I have really enjoyed getting to know the radio comedy of Jack Benny via the Net, inspiring me to buy Joan Benny's book (which is wonderful, I have re-read it many times) and also the other bios of Jack. From everything I can gather about him he must have been a decent human being, and that in addition to his great humor, led me to dedicate my first comedy music album to him. Nothing on the album is really connected to anything Benny, but he has factored into the overall humor and I think that's important - so it was with pleasure and respect that I dedicated the CD to Jack Benny. Chris/Power Salad
Chris Mezzolesta <powersalad@powersalad.com>
Mentor, OOH USA - Saturday, December 09, 2000 at 09:14:24 (EST)

I'm a longtime fan of Jack Benny who just got a computer so I'm thrilled to find sites such as this dedicated to the subject(s) I care about most. Keep up the good work.
Mike Martini <mmartini@xstarnet.com>
Cincinnati, OH USA - Wednesday, November 29, 2000 at 14:46:36 (EST)

It's just fantastic that this fan club exists.I have loved Jacks work for a long time. He was a wonderful human being who i feel will be loved by generations to come.
Dave Wishart <jessicaw@chariot.net.au>
Adelaide, S.A Australia - Wednesday, November 29, 2000 at 05:11:57 (EST)

I have laughed with jack benny all my life. My youth is filled with his memories. I have searched for any recordings for a long time. Idealy CD's are preferred. Is there a way to get Jack Benny shows in this format? If not, I would be more than glad to get cassettes Thank you Bernard Tzorfas
Bernard Tzorfas <berniebobbie@yahoo.com>
Wildwood, n.j...........nj USA - Wednesday, November 29, 2000 at 05:02:51 (EST)

A fan!
George Gene Walker <gw8italia@aol.com>
Baltimore, MD USA - Tuesday, November 28, 2000 at 19:45:07 (EST)

This site is great! I wish I was more computer literate.
Gary Smith
Bangor, Maine USA - Wednesday, November 22, 2000 at 10:50:49 (EST)

Don't seem to find where I'm supposedly quoted. What's it under? Thanks.
Jim Cox <otrbuff@juno.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Saturday, November 18, 2000 at 09:51:26 (EST)

Actually, I have a question. My mother-in-law stated that Rochester (Eddie Anderson) committed suicide. Is this true? If he did, for what reason? I am an avid collector and historian of old time radio. Thank You for your work.
Thomas Trethewey <chickum1@aol.com>
Osceola, IN USA - Friday, November 17, 2000 at 18:37:35 (EST)

Great Site! Jack Benny Rocks!
Matthew Mengersen <fooph@telusplanet.net>
Olds, AB Canada - Friday, November 17, 2000 at 02:45:00 (EST)

Great Website! Thanks!
Patricia Foley <pfoley@dist214.k12.il.us>
mt. prospect, IL USA - Tuesday, November 14, 2000 at 12:25:02 (EST)

I have loved Jack Benny since I was a kid discovering otr through the medium of casette tapes and then movies such as "To Be or Not To Be" and "George Washington Slept here." You have a wonderful site. I enjoyed it very much.
Barney Sheehan <the_smilodon@hotmail.com>
Albany, NY USA - Monday, November 13, 2000 at 16:43:13 (EST)

that benny fella is a classic! thanks for the great web site!
pam sigmon <jiminy@twave.net>
hickory, nc USA - Sunday, November 05, 2000 at 11:34:04 (EST)

I belong to M.A.R.E.(Milwaukee Area Radio Enthusis) and love the Jack Benny programs.
Elmore Draeger <otr1967@aol.com>
Milw., Wi USA - Thursday, November 02, 2000 at 22:01:40 (EST)

Just from his hometown...not his birthplace mind you ... just
Claudia P. <Mousecp@aol.com>
Waukegan, IL USA - Tuesday, October 31, 2000 at 00:27:44 (EST)

I just sent in a check to renew my membership in the IJBFC. How can I participate on-line, since I asked for the email version of the newsletter?
Larry Kampwirth <larry.kampwirth@qwest.com>
Chicago, Il USA - Monday, October 30, 2000 at 18:09:05 (EST)

Love Jack Benny, Want his tv specials...have lots to trade for
Rob Cohen <rob4305@aol.com>
New Alabny, OH USA - Sunday, October 29, 2000 at 21:31:14 (EST)

As a small child I remember laying on the floor listing to the radio, with all the best shows one right after another.It was a better time.Beacuse then you had to see with your ears and your mind.
Dan Fisher <FSensei@aol.com>
Hillsboro, mo USA - Sunday, October 29, 2000 at 18:11:41 (EST)

I am one of his 4 grandchildren. It is great to see a website devoted to him. My mother (his daughter) just found out about this site and I'm sure she will be visiting it soon. He was so young in that picture! Do you have any connection to JB other than being a fan of good comedy? It's always wonderful to know that he hasn't been totally forgotten. Mike Rudolph, MD
Mike Rudolph <MRudolph@compuserve.com>
USA - Sunday, October 29, 2000 at 02:35:04 (EST)

Dear Laura Lee Leff, So good to see you are "back at it" again. I "subscribed" from 1986 thru March of 1989, and saved every issue. My "member in good standing" certificate, signed by you of course, is dated May 29, 1986. I'm surprised at the prices you mention. Hmmmmm.
Bob Burns <bobburns29@home.com>
Marion, Ia USA - Thursday, October 19, 2000 at 00:25:15 (EDT)

I have been a member of your Jack Benny Fan Club in the past and will join again. I just got your letter today.
Rich Jonas <rajonas@aol.com>
Schererville, IN USA - Wednesday, October 18, 2000 at 00:09:19 (EDT)

Link from OTR mailist. Looking forward to lookin' around!
Ken Shapiro <kenshap@aol.com>
Chicago, IL USA - Tuesday, October 17, 2000 at 07:08:47 (EDT)

I have been a Jack Benny fan for 50 years. I relly like your web-site
Dr. Michael A. Langer <KG9KR@aol.com>
Barrington, IL USA - Sunday, October 15, 2000 at 15:21:37 (EDT)

I am very happy to become a member of the Jack Benny Fan Club. I have been a fan for many years and love Jack and the gang very much. Glad there are others out there who appreciate Kenny Baker's great tenor voice! Nobody can sing the old love songs like Kenny! (As far as I am concerned!) I,too, have wondered who the man was that Milt Josefsberg wrote about in his book that didn't like Jack because of an imagined insult! Who could it be? Someone said Frank Nelson! Hmmmmm?
Betty O'Brien <bleeobie1@cs.com>
Elkhart, IN USA - Friday, October 13, 2000 at 05:09:56 (EDT)

I have filled out the form to become a member, but I can't find out what I'm supposed to do after I've finished. What is the next step?
John Tisinger <jdtisinger@peachnet.campuscwix.net>
Carrollton, Ga. USA - Thursday, October 12, 2000 at 21:56:09 (EDT)

Very nice site!! Jay Craswell, thanks for the nice post in the guest book on Kenny Baker's birthday, Sept. 30. This gal always gets a "thrill" from Kenny's voice! Thanks to Jack Benny's program and others, Kenny lives on.
Susan Olson <kennybakerfan@yahoo.com>
Plano, TX USA - Thursday, October 05, 2000 at 19:26:36 (EDT)

Jack Benny is one of my favorites. My kids age 9 and 11 go to sleep listening to the Jack Benny radio show on tape.
robert lehmann <rblehman@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
baiting hollow, ny USA - Monday, October 02, 2000 at 21:13:26 (EDT)

Jack Benny is one of my favorites. My kids age 9 and 11 go to slep listening to the jack benny radio show on tape.
robert lehmann <rblehman@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
baiting hollow, ny USA - Monday, October 02, 2000 at 21:10:59 (EDT)

I said thank you on my 1st post but thought some may wonder where Winnipeg Manitoba is.......Its the birth place and home town of Giselle La Fleche or possibly better known to The Benny Show Listeners as Giselle McKenzie.
George Coppen <gcoppen@sprint.ca>
Winnipeg, Mb, Ca., Canada - Sunday, October 01, 2000 at 00:13:46 (EDT)

Thank you
George Coppen <gcoppen@sprint.ca>
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Ca USA - Sunday, October 01, 2000 at 00:05:45 (EDT)

Dennis was great but don't forget Kenny!
Jay Craswell <w0vne@arrl.net>
Prior Lake, MN USA - Saturday, September 30, 2000 at 12:12:22 (EDT)

I discovered Jack Benny years ago (maybe I was 12 or 13) when I found my grandmothers OTR tape, "The best of Jack Benny". I was absolutely hysterical! I'm 30 now, & Jack Benny will always be my favorite comedian!
Jim Kilmartin <hetikki@aol.com>
Osterville, MA USA - Saturday, September 30, 2000 at 11:50:09 (EDT)

What frequent character actor spoke badly of Jack, mentioned in one of J.B. biographies,Milt Josephberg's I think, maybe I.Fein's? My guess would be Frank Nelson.
Ross Nickel <rnickel@astro.temple.org>
philadelphia, PAWho USA - Saturday, September 30, 2000 at 05:22:31 (EDT)

Have enjoyed listening to many of the Jack Benny Shows and would like to find more.
Chris Stevens <cstevens@flash.net>
Burleson, TX USA - Monday, September 25, 2000 at 10:12:53 (EDT)

Have been a member of SPERDVAC since its inception and a big fan of Jack Benny...Keep up the good work!!! Jerry
Jerry Williams <mrj@cncnet.com>
Oroville, ca USA - Sunday, September 24, 2000 at 02:42:54 (EDT)

Jell-O again, folks. Nice to see so many fellow fans here. We're a little late, so good night, folks!
Avocet <sdrandel@earthlink.net>
Riverside, CA USA - Sunday, September 24, 2000 at 00:37:19 (EDT)

Glad to see that things are becoming active again! Will keep checking back to see how things are going! Welcome back -- or should that be "Well!"-come back?! :-))))
Mary Lou Wallace <mlw57@webtv.net>
Syracuse, NY USA - Saturday, September 23, 2000 at 21:45:24 (EDT)

well...........
jeff bruce <secchdhd@aol.com>
cinti, oh USA - Friday, September 22, 2000 at 23:05:54 (EDT)

I am interested in becoming a member. I am interested in further collecting Jack Benny Radio Programs. This looks great. Thanks. Bryan
Bryan Walker <wavawalker@aol.com>
Russellville, AL USA - Wednesday, September 20, 2000 at 21:11:40 (EDT)

Great work!!! Laura is awesome!
Joseph Applbaum <rzjoe@wis.weizmann.ac.il>
rehovot, Israel - Tuesday, September 19, 2000 at 04:26:49 (EDT)

Very cool Site.....
Herb Sherman <herb.sherman@verizonwireless.com>
Walnut Creek, CA USA - Monday, September 18, 2000 at 19:41:21 (EDT)

Buck Benny and The Durango Kid Ride Again ! ! !
Glenn E. Mueller <DurangoKid@Worldnet.att.net>
Rowland Heights, CA USA - Sunday, September 17, 2000 at 20:03:17 (EDT)

Great to see you have this site up and running! I always have been a fan of Jack--especially when he tames the Wild West as Buck Benny!
Teddy Blue <teddyblue@bigfoot.com>
USA - Sunday, September 17, 2000 at 14:44:48 (EDT)

I always consider listening to Jack and friends a special treat. I have never joined any fan club of any sort and am interested to see what you have.
Ed Kindred <kindred@us.ibm.com>
Potomac, MD USA - Friday, September 15, 2000 at 17:43:13 (EDT)

You go girl
Brian DuCharme <Brian@mrprepay.com>
Boston , MA USA - Thursday, September 14, 2000 at 15:03:46 (EDT)

Sorry to hear of your unfortunate circumstances, as I just came across your site for the first time via Old Time Radio E-mails #261. My only suggestion is to correspond with Rex Riffle again by registered snail mail. Hope things eventually work out as I am looking forward to view your pages. P.S. The character in my address is a letter l and not a #1.
Richard Ducay <dukel998@yahoo.com>
Pittsburgh, PA USA - Thursday, September 14, 2000 at 14:22:13 (EDT)

What does Larry think about this Hi-Jacking?
Wallace <youshouldknowbynow.com>
Wellitsjustasmalltownreally, UK - Tuesday, September 12, 2000 at 16:56:01 (EDT)

Hi Laura! glad you're back. Don't know whats going on with the politix of the IJBFC, but all my best to you. If it would save you time and postage, why don't you offer to email the newsletter? With a scanner you could scan the old mags, and then have them downloadable via Acrobat or something similar. Anyways, just a thought. take care, Lisa (FYI - a few years ago I sent you the the photos of the JB sculpture outside the TV Academy bldg:)
Lisa Melcombe <lamkin321@yahoo.com>
Santa Clarita, CA USA - Monday, September 11, 2000 at 20:06:48 (EDT)

Will the "new" IJBFC merge with the "old" and rekindle the 39-year-old flame?
Charlie Willer <ChasWiller@aol.com>
Fort Wayne, IN USA - Monday, September 11, 2000 at 19:47:36 (EDT)

I'm glad you're getting back in business. We corresponded briefly back in '95-95 (?) when the brouhaha about some remarks about Jews surfaced in the OTR Digest. I think you were Laura Lee then. I was living in Santa Rosa and I think you were in the East Bay somewhere. Anyway, I hope you can devote some time to the Club. Jack Beny should live forever.
Alan Bell <bella@river.it.gvsu.edu>
Grandville, MI USA - Monday, September 11, 2000 at 19:05:48 (EDT)

Love your photo of Jack. I've aleady told you haow I feel, but I wanted to check out your site. Jack
jack palmer <vdalhart@prodigy.net>
Battle Creek, MI USA - Monday, September 11, 2000 at 03:49:42 (EDT)

Just found the website. Hope more is to come.
Jay Meade <jmeade@starfishnet.com>
Gloucester, NC USA - Saturday, September 09, 2000 at 21:55:53 (EDT)

Glad to hear you are trying to get things going again. I tried to join last December,unaware of the hiatus. I will definitely be joining along with several of my friends. Best of luck. I hope that you are not just doing this in reactiong to the opposing club.
James Darnell <agenttura39@hotmail.com>
Peoria Heights, IL USA - Saturday, September 09, 2000 at 16:58:34 (EDT)

Good to hear from you. Please return to the club.
Steve Brent <bobsgrans@wk.net>
Bardwell, Ky. USA - Saturday, September 09, 2000 at 12:36:12 (EDT)

Good morning! Nice website. I look forward to seeing how it develops. Who is the "webmaster" for your website anyhow? Very best wishes, Roger Fossum
Roger Fossum <norwayhe-man@juno.com>
Duluth, MN USA - Friday, September 08, 2000 at 17:05:55 (EDT)

Laura, I'm glad to hear from you. When I got the "other" IJBFC newsletter I assumed it was with your approval. I hope you can restart the real club soon.
Christina L Henry <christy@teal.sni.net>
Lakewood, CO USA - Thursday, September 07, 2000 at 19:44:28 (EDT)

Would like to have your newsletter, etc. I love Jack Benny's humor, timing, and am interested in the Fan Club. Thanks.
Russ Butler <oldradio@earthlink.net>
Reno, NV USA - Thursday, September 07, 2000 at 14:46:01 (EDT)

I'm the biggest Jack Benny Fan there is! I'm glad to have come across this site. How do I join your club?
Tanya Shaw <tshaw@law.wpo.ukans.edu>
Lawrence, KS USA - Thursday, September 07, 2000 at 11:57:17 (EDT)

No comment. Just registering.
Larry Lewis <llewis@ccmail.wiu>
Macomb, IL USA - Monday, September 04, 2000 at 17:01:13 (EDT)

Want to know about your club.
George Grube <ontime6402@aol.com>
ocala, fl USA - Monday, September 04, 2000 at 16:46:24 (EDT)

Jack Benny is one of my favorites! I collect old time radio shows!
Bob Johnson <bobjohnson80@webtv.net>
Galva, Il USA - Monday, September 04, 2000 at 15:35:36 (EDT)

I'm trying to complete my collection of the JB radio shows, already have a couple of hundred.
H K Hinkley <hkhinkley@juno.com>
Freeport, IL USA - Monday, September 04, 2000 at 14:30:41 (EDT)

Glad to that you are going to "pick-up" the operation of IJBFC again. I joined many years ago and had assumed that the organization had just fallen apart. Looking forward to official contact about status of club.
Matthew Mark Drew <matthew561@aol.com>
USA - Monday, September 04, 2000 at 13:43:43 (EDT)

Hi Laura; Glad that you are back. I was a member of the IJBFC when you ran it and when Mr. Riffle took it over. Then it suddenly stopped. So, I naturally thought it was closed. Then when I thought it had been resurected again, I joined. Now my question is how do I rejoin the 'original' IJBFC? -Ray-
Ray Valadez <vprayv@netzero.net>
San Jose, CA USA - Monday, September 04, 2000 at 13:15:42 (EDT)

I joined the "newly rejuvenated" club thinking it was a legitimate continuation of your club. It is unfortunate that there is controversy about the continuation of the club. I hope it can be resolved on the basis of misunderstanding and miscommunication. However I don't know what is going on. I enjoyed your materials and tapes during the early 1990s and I' m glad you wish to continue the club Nik Kierniesky
Nik Kierniesky <kiernies@msmary.edu>
Gettysburg, PA USA - Monday, September 04, 2000 at 10:54:10 (EDT)

Glad to hear you're alive and well -- we've all missed you since you went into semi-retirement. No one knows the Jack Benny stuff like you. Have you been back to Indiana lately? [Wasn't it Fort Wayne?] In fairness to the two gentlemen, though, I'm sure they thought, as I did, that you had simply lost interest and retired. I would have had absolutely no idea how to get in touch with you and maybe they didn't either. (I don't recall that you ever even told us old club members your married name.) You are of course absolutely right to protect your copyright. However, I hope the sudden (re-)emergence of two clubs doesn't cause a fight that sends us back to what's been for all practical purposes true since 1997, namely no club.
Rhiman A. Rotz <rarotz@aol.com>
Gary, IN USA - Monday, September 04, 2000 at 09:03:19 (EDT)

Glad to hear you're back in action. Keep the name alive. Sean Dougherty
Sean Dougherty <kubelski@aol.com>
Clifton, NJ USA - Monday, September 04, 2000 at 00:02:35 (EDT)

Welcome back, Laura and the IJBFC!
Gayle Lee
Fort Wayne, IN USA - Saturday, September 02, 2000 at 06:25:27 (EDT)

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