JUGVENTION 2008:  Jim & Debbie Crowe hosted this year's gathering in Kalamazoo, Michigan; and good times were had by all at this year's Jugvention XVI.  There was a good turnout of friends, both old and new for the sale and auction, as well as the Club dinner.  Of course the hospitality suite was the place to be for the sharing of stories and photographs of everyone's collections.  Another highlight was the wonderful dinner hosted by the Crowe's at their home, where all in attendance had the opportunityto vew their extensive pub jug collection.  Thank you Jim & Deb for another job well done!
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Here Now:  The Black & White, Volume XVII, issue 4 should be in your mailbox.   Jim Crowe's current favorite pubjug is featured on the front page.  This Shaw Cockell & Co. "King's Own" jug is white with red and blue bands around the neck, and black text.  It is 4" tall and was made by Sir Joseph Causton & Sons Ltd.    On the inside cover you'll find an array of photographs from Jugvention XVI.  This issue also features a special selection of favorites from the collection of Theo van der Velden.  The "Featured Brand" in this issue, highlights an assortmrnt pitchers whose brand names begin with "O".  Auction results from Jugvention XVI, as well as the financial report from the gathering can also be found in this issue.  Join NOW, don't miss a single issue; and help us celebrate our 17th anniversary.  See our Membership page!
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