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Nov 3, 1911Record executive Fabor Robison is born in Beebe, Arkansas. He founds Abbott Records and Fabor Records, establishing recording careers for Jim Reeves, Johnny Horton and The BrownsJan 31, 1955Jim Reeves and Abbott Records chief Fabor Robison tangle with a handgun in a Los Angeles recording studio, with Reeves ultimately demanding his release from the label. Nearly three weeks later, Abbott announces Reeves is leavingFeb 19, 1955Fabor Robison announces he's given Jim Reeves his release from Abbott Records in exchange for all of Reeves' future Abbott royalties. The announcement comes not quite three weeks after the two argued in the recording studio with a handgunSep 2, 1986Record executive Fabor Robison dies in Minden, Louisiana. He established the Fabor and Abbott labels, aiding the careers of Jim Reeves, Johnny Horton and The Browns
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