Golden, Cal, 1928-2012
Biography
CMSgt. Calvin "Cal" Golden was known as the "Golden Boy" of square dancing callers. Born in Hot Springs, Arkansas, Cal served in the US Army Air Corps (09/05/1945-03/15/1947) until his transfer on 03/15/1947 to the Air Force. It was during his time in Colorado Springs when he began square dancing (1947) and calling (1948). He knew both Lloyd Shaw and Bob Osgood. Cal recorded over 125 records with Old Timer, Hoedown, Folkcraft, and Gold Star Records. The last of which he was also the owner and producer. During he tenure with the Air Force, Cal called in Englad, Germany, and other countries throughout Europe.
See Cal Golden files in Bob Osgood's Papers for more information.
Found in 7 Collections and/or Records:
Box 3: Plaques and Memorabilia
This box includes (13) items such as (3) plaques, (2) letter openers, (1) coffee mug, (1) beer stein, (4) belt buckles, (1) pin, and (1) bow tie.
Box 5: Overalls
This box contains (1) pair of overalls worn by Cal Golden.
Box 6: Gold Suit
This box contains (1) gold suit with jacket and assorted parts.
Box 7: Suit Jackets and Dress Shirt
This box contains (2) suit jackets and (1) heavily embroidered dress shirt.
Box 8: Textiles
This box contains (1) t-shirt, (2) Bow ties, and (3) cumberbunds.
Box 9: Royal Blue Suit
This box contains (1) suit consisting of a royal blue jacket and a pair of pants.
Textiles
This series contains textiles worn or created by Cal Golden during his calling.