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Originally posted by kodakcollectorI have created a gofundme for Arthur. This is a terrible tragedy.
Thanks for setting this up, Charlie. I've donated and shared the link.
Thank you very much!
I contacted "Bluegrass Unlimited" to see if they would report on the fire in their daily email.
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Originally posted by HighLonesomeF5I contacted "Bluegrass Unlimited" to see if they would report on the fire in their daily email.
I did to and also Bluegrass Today. Good job HighLonesome.
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This is amazing broke $6,000 this morning!
I spoke with Arthur last night, he is ready to get started, and wants to thank everyone.
I want to thank everyone as well.
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Originally posted by kodakcollectorThis is amazing broke $6,000 this morning!
I spoke with Arthur last night, he is ready to get started, and wants to thank everyone.
I want to thank everyone as well.
Charlie it would be helpful if you can post on the thread about the GoFundMe. https://www.banjohangout.org/topic/401353/#5073103
Couple folks have chimed in on there questioning the legitimacy of this effort. Thank you sir!
Done. Thanks.
Thank you for what you are doing. When you say 'Arthur is ready to get started,' if that means he is going to continue with his craft that is wonderful news. quote:
Originally posted by kodakcollectorThis is amazing broke $6,000 this morning!
I spoke with Arthur last night, he is ready to get started, and wants to thank everyone.
I want to thank everyone as well.
I spoke to Arthur again this morning. Received some new information. I am listed as the organizer and Arthur is now listed as the beneficiary.
So sorry to hear this Arthur! I'm thankful that you and your home was spared. Praying that you can get back in business soon, if that is what you choose to do.
Charlie, thanks for setting up the gofundme so people like me can feel a little less helpless in the wake of Arthur’s tragedy.
Arthur, Keep on keepin’ on !!
We are both very grateful for all the support. People were visiting with Arthur all day pledging support.
He just topped $7500 in donations.
Is there any talk of rebuilding ?
Yes, friends are visiting Arther and pledging rebuilding support.
Looking for building supplies.
Over $9,000 donated! Thanks for you support.
Just to let you know, Arthur, the donation from Catherine Currier (of Currier's Music World) is from me as well.
Hope things turn out well.
I have a banjo on order with Arthur. The banjo was supposed to ship yesterday, January 13. Arthur contacts me today, apologizing for not shipping on time and wanted to know when I want it shipped, this week or next. That is Arthur, someone that cares about his customers, even during such trying times. God Bless Arthur Hatfield.
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Originally posted by HighLonesomeF5I contacted "Bluegrass Unlimited" to see if they would report on the fire in their daily email.
I did to and also Bluegrass Today.
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I have also emailed SPBGMA and Alison Brown. I couldnt get a good email for Steve Martin. I don't know either of these greats but hopefully word will spread among the higher echelon of the Bluegrass world.
Over $10,252 just awesome, thanks everyone.
I just gave anonymously as is my practice with GFM, and there's no message opp with that. But good wishes for Mr. Hatfield from . . . a Leftie. On the Leftie Left Coast. Because banjo love extends across the whole spectrum.
Edited by - ceemonster on 01/16/2025 20:06:04
I just want keep saying thanks to everyone that has donated. Arthur is just shy of $14,000. Which will definitely help with his rebuilding plans.
Best regards charlie
Can't tell much from photo. Was that the porch - or was it an open air shed ? cant see any walls.
HOW / WHAT CAUSED THE FIRE ? would be good to know what to guard against .
THANKS, & BEST WISHES, C.
Hey Arthur, just heard this horrible news, but so great to see so many community members stepping up to help you out in this tragic time. Holler at me when you get settled. I'm sure things are crazy right now. What a devestating blow. Thank God you are safe and sound.
Best for Arthur to answer this. From what I was told. This was the shop. Entirely burnt to the ground with a total loss of everything inside.
The wall closest to the proper tank had a propane heater mounted on the wall that malfunctioned. Causing the fire.
From Arthur. "last night I was setting in the house eating and seen some light outside that wasn't normal went to the back door and flames were already burning high from the shop to much to try to go in thought it was going to get my mobile home also they are so close together but thank God it didn't. I had just got 4 necks and a4 resonators back from Andy Todd who just finished them all burned them all and every tool I had big and small."
The smaller building in the background is a storage shed that also was untouched. The current plan is to add a small shop onto it.
Yesterday, gofundme accepted Arthur's bank for transfers and donations are finally on the way too him.
He has a team of volunteers. Hopefully construction will get underway as soon as possible.
I hope this information helps a little. Thanks for all the donations.
