FEATURES

HIGH GEAR/JUNE 1977

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JON

very few people remember. Mostly just the people from the

"620" remember me context."

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some people in

own

There are town who seem to think that Cleveland should be like a lot of the other cities where all the bars are in an association type thing. In other words, instead of trying to compete with each other, and that since they are all unique and have their special clientele that are going to frequent them anyway, that there should be a little more cooperation and joint picnics and things than there has been in the past. I asked Duane if he agreed. He answered "No I don't. It's a competitive business."

I asked Steve which of all his bartending jobs was his favorite "There are different highlights

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at all the bars I've worked at,"

and

he answered. "I've worked at Twiggy's the longest, so I'm probably closest to them. Twiggy has done a lot for me both professionally personally. On the other hand, one of the most memorable nights I ever had was when Paul Lynde walked into the 'Bayou' with Wayland Flowers and Madame and Mimi Hines. My moments on the stage at the

'620' were also highlights in my career."

And what are these bartenders favorite drinks? Duane's is Gin and Tonic, Jon's is Scotch, Steve's is J.B. with a touch of water, and Nicky replied, "My favorite drink is the one that tastes so good after the winning of a pin ball game with my friends. But if I had to choose just one, I suppose it would be Scotch and Water."

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