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I love vintage gear, especially tube radios.   One of the drawbacks to using vintage gear is that often the manufacturer no longer exists, or if they do exist, they no longer support that product. That can create a real problem when trying to find a repair part. Maybe Fat Cat can help with that.... I just added a new category to the Fat Cat website, and it's not the usual "stuff for sale" type gear.  This is a category of gear that is being sold as is, for parts only.   Most of these is vintage, some are in various stages...

On Nov. 5, 2022, the Tupelo ARC hosted  their annual Papa Jack's Trade Day.  It was held downtown under the pavilion at the Farmer's Depot from 8 AM until 12 Noon. No fee for attending, and no fee for tables makes this a highly cost-effective hamfest.  Basically, since they also provide doughnuts and coffee, all you're out for the trip is a little gas money.  Saturday was a little chilly and windy, and there was a steady rain all morning.  But, thanks to the great pavilion, the event was dry and (if you remembered to bring a jacket) very comfy....

At the request of W5XX, Malcolm Keown, Mississippi Section Manager, the Magnolia Amateur Radio Club hosted the 2022 ARRL Statewide Meeting on October 15.  The meeting was held in the pavilion at McKee Park, Starkville, MS, with about 75 people in attendance. 8 AM until 11:30 AM was coffee, doughnuts, and tailgating.  Lunch was served at 11:30, and it consisted of homemade soup, chili, and similar offerings provided by MagARC members.  W5XX conducted the business meeting at 1:00 PM. Just prior to lunch, the Magnolia ARC and Lowndes County ARB made a joint presentation to K5FLU, Martin Jue of Starkville. ...