Ron Barassi used to pop in to the North Fitzroy Arms to visit his old mate Percy Jones. It was the good fortune of the Almanac community to have a long association with the pub, so we got to meet and chat with Ron, and many other Carlton characters.
Perc spoke so affectionately about Barass.
Ron was a big fan of Anson Cameron’s column in The Age. When Anson was the special guest at an Almanac Lunch, Ron brought a group along. Ron was in fine form. He grew even fonder of Anson…
Brian Dixon, Perc, Anson, Ronald Dale Barassi, Gareth Andrews and JTH.
It was a memorable afternoon.
and amazingly, Anson did not spill a drop.
Outstanding day. In the presence of greatness. Old mate Ron was very unaffected by it all.
RIP R.D. Barassi.
I can just imagine how good this would have been. A recent Tanunda event illustrated Anson’s talents. I’ve just finished Balmey’s book. A great, well structured, read.
Always wear a dark shirt when drinking red, Smokie.
Thanks, Daryl.
Admin might be being too kind here. I think Cheryl might be the fan. Was a joy to be in the presence of such a big spirit though.