Chet Moves Orchestra to Host Royal Spot
After eight months of inns Jack Fretwell and his orchestra open Friday at Marshall night club in Royal as summer attraction. The group includes Courtney Grim Inpet Bill Mallory Billie Willie Rip Sutton Net tie Carbaugh Aubrey Smith Billie Bryan with Jack on vocals. The 150 tone library blends standards and pops with jump orch jett arrangements for eight. Fretwell a Staunton native linked to S and F Distributing Club Lions Elks JET VFW and American Legion. he fronted bands in Harrisonburg and overseas and organized a shipboard orchestra in 1945 earning a commendation from Capt. West.
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Jack Fretwell
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Navy voyage shows his leadership and crowd pleasing shows
The passage notes Qve Fretwell as master of ceremonies guiding many programs on the voyage. Under his leadership an excellent orchestra formed and a splendid program was presented on the second night and thereafter. He encouraged participation and by voyage end nearly all aboard had performed in the shows including Navy guards and Merchant Marines.
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Pve Fretwell
Navy Armed Guard
Merchant Marines
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