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Old 08-24-2012, 08:14 AM
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Originally Posted by tedzan View Post
Guy Harris White was a Dentist, he sang and played the piano for his church choir, and even composed several songs. Also, Doc did some vaudeville.

In 1904, he established a new record by pitching 5 consecutive Shutout games. This record stood for 64 years until Don Drysdale equalled it June 3,
1968. That evening, Doc White sent a telegram to Don Drysdale congratulating him.

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Hey guys, show us your Doc White cards, memorabilia, and any esoteric type stuff of him.


TED Z
An under-appreciated (these days) all around individual - thanks for the thread, Ted!

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