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Golden, Cal, 1928-2012

 Person

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 19 Collections and/or Records:

Box 8: Textiles

 File — Box D059.0008: Series D059.03 [Barcode: U186023262689]
Identifier: D059.03.0008
Abstract

This box contains (1) t-shirt, (2) Bow ties, and (3) cumberbunds.

Dates: 1928-2012

Box 9: Royal Blue Suit

 File — Box D059.0009: Series D059.03 [Barcode: U186023262809]
Identifier: D059.03.0009
Abstract

This box contains (1) suit consisting of a royal blue jacket and a pair of pants.

Dates: 1928-2012

Box 10: Posters and Framed Objects, 1957

 File — Box D059.0010: Series D059.04 [Barcode: U186023267613]
Identifier: D059.04.0010
Abstract

This box contains (2) posters for events/performances featuring Cal Golden including his farewell tour in 1957 and (3) frames with collages, sketches, and photos of Cal Golden.

Dates: 1957

Box 11: Cal Golden in Europe with American Square Dancing LP

 File — Box D059.0011: Series D059.05 [Barcode: U186024468563]
Identifier: D059.05.0011
Abstract

This box contains (2) copies of an LP recorded by Cal Golden titled "Cal Golden in Europe with American Square Dancing."

Dates: 1928-2012

Box 12: Memorabilia

 File — Box D059.0012: Series D059.01 [Barcode: U186024468953]
Identifier: D059.01.0012
Abstract

This box contains (2) beer steins, (3) coffee mugs, (1) bag of pins and badges, and (2) Arkansas license plates reading 'Caller' and 'Cal.'

Dates: 1949-1981

Cal Golden Papers

 Collection
Identifier: D059
Abstract

This collection contains memorabilia from Cal Golden's time as a Square Dance Caller. The collection includes awards, realia, audio recordings, textiles, and photographs. Cal used the textiles for his performances. The awards, realia, and photographs were gifts or depict Cal performing.

Dates: 1928-2012

Oversize Materials

 Series
Identifier: D059.04
Scope and Contents

This series contains (2) posters for events/performances featuring Cal Golden including his farewell tour in 1957 and (3) frames with collages, sketches, and photos of Cal Golden.

Dates: 1928-2012

Photographs, 1958-1969

 Series
Identifier: D059.02
Scope and Contents

This series contains photographs of Cal Golden or given to him by visiting callers.

Dates: 1958-1969

Textiles

 Series
Identifier: D059.03
Scope and Contents

This series contains textiles worn or created by Cal Golden during his calling.

Dates: 1928-2012