I don’t often feature “guest photos,” but when I had the chance to include the famous JP (Julius Pierpont) Patches on my web site, I jumped at it. Mike Keller of Anacortes captured this shot of JP a couple of weeks ago during a promotional event in Bellingham. Pictured to the right, patiently waiting her turn to greet JP, is Sue Keller. Sue used to watch JP on KIRO-TV after putting in a graveyard shift. I logged my share of hours with the Northwest clown, too, but never had the opportunity to meet him. According to JP’s web site (Of course he’s got a web site!), it is reported that JP got his start in Minnesota, but moved west to Seattle in 1958 (Yes, students, those were the years of black and white TV). He was an immediate hit, and continued his kids show until 1981. Still hanging out with JP from time to time is his sidekick (dare I say girlfriend?) Gertrude. JP’s real name is Chris Wedes and Gertrude is Bob Newman. Thanks for the memories, fellas…