The Texas Club Right Royal Order of the Guitar - Major Bryan Wells Brown Jr. Cit 
Right Royal Order of the Guitar
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The Texas Club Right Royal Order of the Guitar - Major Bryan Wells Brown Jr. Citation
This framed citation is an award presented to Major Bryan Wells Brown Jr. by "The Texas Club" for his meritorious service as the Chief Guitar Player. The certificate is dated 1950 and details his inspiring example and determination, despite challenges such as hangovers, off-key baritones, and bad whiskey.
Bryan Wells Brown (June 30, 1896 – January 24, 1964) was a notable businessman, civic leader, and writer with deep ties to the El Paso region and Southern New Mexico. His father, Frank Wells Brown, was an El Paso pioneer, establishing a legacy that Bryan continued through his various professional and civic engagements.
In his later years, Brown transitioned to a career as a freelance writer, contributing manuscripts, correspondence, business records, and photographs that are now valuable historical documents. His papers are preserved in the C.L. Sonnichsen Special Collections Department at the University of Texas at El Paso Library, showcasing his dedication to documenting and preserving regional history.
Condition: Fair, Age Appropriate Wear, Frame Nicked, Toning, Absent Pieces
Size:
- Overall: 20" X 23"
- Visible: 16" X 19"
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Major Bryan W. Brown, Jr. performed exceptionally meritorious service while serving in the capacity of Chief Guitar Player for thy "Texas Club" of Peru from October 13, 1947, to May 4, 1950. By his outstanding technical qualifications, voice, and staying power Major Brown was to a marked extent responsible for the success of all fiestas in which he participated. Time after time Major Brown has displayed courage of the highest degree by rendering "Detour" fourteen times in the same evening. His gallant actions on such occasions set an inspiring example for others and his determination to accomplish all missions despite hangovers, off-key baritones, and bad whiskey upheld the highest traditions of the members of the Club.
By order of All Members