Up for sale is an incredibly rare, historic piece of classic country music memorabilia: an original copy of "Cedarwood Chips" newsletter, Volume 1, Number 2, dated September 1964. Published bi-monthly out of Nashville, Tennessee by the prominent Cedarwood Publishing Company, Inc., this industry insider newsletter serves as a time capsule for the 1960s "Music City" era.
Historical Significance:
The striking front cover features a large portrait dedicated to country music pioneer James R. (Jim) Denny (February 28, 1911 – August 27, 1963), the legendary founder of Cedarwood and former head of the Grand Ole Opry Artist Bureau, published in memoriam a year after his passing.
The inner pages are packed with fascinating 1960s country music history, industry columns, and archival photographs, including:
- "This N' That" Column by Jack D. Johnson: Discussing new releases from Johnny Rivers, Webb Pierce, Kitty Wells, Mac Wiseman, and Mel Tillis.
- "Curley Kews..." Column by Curley Rhodes: Covering local scene updates, radio airplay, and regional tours.
- Artist & Writer Spotlights: Features and vintage photos of country legends and songwriters including Carl Perkins, Webb Pierce, Kitty Wells, Mel Tillis, Mac Wiseman, Roy Clark, Carl Smith, Wayne Walker, Max Powell, Paul Cohen, Laura Sue York, and Bill Phillips.
- Executive Roster: Lists company officers of the era, including Bill Denny (President) and John Denny (Vice President).
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition. The booklet is clean, complete, and structurally sound. The text and black-and-white photographs are remarkably sharp and clear. There are no missing pages, major tears, or interior writing. There is only very minimal corner/edge wear and slight handling creases consistent with a 60+ year old paper item. Please review the high-resolution close-up photos to evaluate the exact cosmetic condition.
Shipping & Handling
- Collector-Grade Packaging: Ships flat in a heavy-duty rigid mailer with a protective backing board and plastic sleeve to prevent bending or moisture damage during transit.
- Fast shipping with tracking included.