COWGIRL HALL INVITES FIVE INTO THEIR FOLD FOR 2008 The induction ceremony for the National Cowgirl Hall of Fame is always a fun time. It is held in one of the huge ball rooms of the Will Rogers Coliseum and Complex within walking distance of the Hall. The Cowgirl Who’s Who plus so many ‘movers and shakers’ in the western world attend. The inductees were welcomed by Sharon Camarillo, 2006 Honoree. Those inducted for 2008 were: Beverly Sparrowk, was a rodeo competitor in barrel racing, a performer as part of the trick riding group, “The Fireballs”, later became a rancher and involved in industry activism by being a spokesperson for ranching and conservation. ‘She is someone folks listen to,” said a friend. Prairie Rose Henderson, (deceased), is known as one of the early day lady bronc riders and also competed in horse racing. She continued to rodeo for some time and was known for her elaborate but unusual costumes designed with silk, sequins and marabou feathers. Velma B. Johnston, “Wild Horse Annie”,, (deceased), worked diligently throughout her lifetime to improve the tragic plight of wild horses in the United States. The Free-Roaming Wild Horse and Burro Act was passed in Congress in 1971, granting federal protection to these “living symbols of the historic and pioneer spirit of the West”. Wilma Luna Powell, a second generation rancher, from Plains, Texas. She began early in her life helping her father in all ranching chores including branding, castrating, vaccinating and so on. When she married her husband, Bill Powell, she continued by his side, ranching, raising two boys, and being active in her community. The fifth inductee was Audrey O’Brien Griffin. She was born in Santa Monica, the outskirts of Hollywood, California....