It’s was licensed by MLB. It is sealed and I think it was sold at Wards or Sears in the early 1970s. It’s either a shirt or pajama top. It has Brook”s number 5 on front and I am unsure if “Robinson” is printed across back shoulders.

1955 Orioles Bat Bank
 

Good afternoon,

Here is a 1955 Orioles bat bank with 10 plastic bats.

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Bat Bank
 

Saw one on eBay. Thought about it. It was really nice. Had to let it go. I do like that one. Thanks for sharing.

Did you know Brooks was a business man?
 

Back in the 60'S & 70'S Brooksipersted a restaurant. Brooks Robinson’s Gorsuch House was located at 511 Gorsuch Avenue, off of Greenmount between 32nd and 33rd streets. Brooks Robinson was a part-owner from around 1964 to 1977 Waverly’s Gorsuch House originally shared a name with another Oriole (and Robinson) before Brooks Robinson entered into partial ownership with former Orioles coach Eddie Robinson in the early 1960s. The menu had many Maryland favorites. Here are a couple items from the restaurant…a matchbooks and napkin. Would love to find a glass ash tray.

It can be done in 61
 

NFS - Not directly Brooks related. The Orioles were ready for a big year in 1961 and their motto was, “It can be done in 61.” Here, I show a larger bumper sticker, napkin and a Christmas Card. Are any of you familiar with other related items with this slogan?

1969 Globe Imports Checkerboard Back Card
 

NFS - Recently I found the 1969 Globe Import Checkerboard Back Card, which completes my Brooks Robinson PSA Master Set. I have 303 of the 303 items in the set. There are two versions of this card…plain back and the one below, the Checkerboard. Only two are graded. The other one graded is a PSA 8. I thought there was only one of these but through a little persistence, I found one to complete the set. Ironically, this is my least favorite item in the Brooks Robinson PSA Master Set. This will be the second time I completed the Brooks Master Set. God help me if something else is added, which I can’t find.

Charlie,

Any info why/when they made a checkerboard back one in addition to the common blank back ones?

Thanks,
Rich

1969 Globe Import
 

Rich, no idea on the Checkerboard variation. Is out 18 months ago or so I learned about. A guy asked me if interested. I told him not really, then it was added to the Registry. I then sadly became interested. I believe each player in the “deck” has a variation. I am guessing they are very rare. I actually am not a fan but can’t not have something Brooks. Ha.

1950s Orioles Decal
 

I found this at a flea market this weekend. I thought it was from the 1950s but I've never seen it before. It is about 3.5 inches square. Can anyone say where this is from?

The Schooner - Brooks Robinson
 

NFS - I just got this Brooks item. It is a copy of the spring 1972 National Brewing Company's newsletter/booklet. Its cover story is about the Orioles 1971 trip to Japan. The cover photo show Brooks running towards second base after he has hit a homerun in one of the Japanese ballparks. The inside has several pages of stories about the trip and a handful of photos of Orioles players, wives, and Japanese hosts.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/364224906152

http://www.ebay.com/itm/364224906152

Schooner Magazine
 

Great magazine Rich. I've never seen that one before.

Brooks
 

I had never seen it before either -

Rich

yesterday marked the 25th anniversary of Cal Ripken Jr. playing in his 2500th consecutive game (here is the lineup card & game program):

https://i.imgur.com/zDWP417.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/Nl7cRwX.jpg

with the passing of Dick Groat, I thought I'd post this (who was the last player to sign):

https://i.imgur.com/i7qoynb.jpg

I read that today would have been the 63rd birthday of Tony Gwynn and it struck me that I don't believe I ever posted this Dick Perez giclee from 2007 signed by all:

https://i.imgur.com/S5Ftquk.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/EQCHy6M.jpg

So cool! Thanks so much for sharing this piece.

I think the Tee Shirt is from 1971 I have one in the same packaging with Hebner number 20 and it says World Champions on the chest.

So 71 it is…. And don’t rub it in that the Pirates beat the Os!
Thanks Scott

Happy Birthday, Brooks
 

Posted on FB, but thought to add here. Some of my Brooks stuff to share. Enjoy!

Happy Birthday Brooksie!
 

AWESOME looking stuff Charlie.

Have to post something today...

I have the NL version, of course Garvey is partially obscured.

Would love to have that last one with Garvey.
That isn't the one with the smaller photos similar to the 80s ASG programs?
I saw one featured on a Pete Rose website and don't recall what the cover looked like.

For us non-Baltimore-area people, what exactly has the Oriole been thinkin' 'bout?

And do those bubbles imply he's been boozin' it up??

Inquiring minds wanna know.


Edited to add: I think he is drunk. Gotta be hammered to put the apostrophe between the 'k' and 'i,' instead of after the 'n.'

Brooksie
 

Just so you know the Oriole Bird does not drink...:cool:

Japanese items
 

Good evening,

I was recently able to acquire a couple more Japanese collectibles.

The first one is from 1978 and is about the All-Star Game. Brooks and Jim Palmer are on the cover:

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The second is a wall calendar that features Cal and Ken Griffey Jr. Most people have probably seen the photo used on the front of the calendar from a magazine from Japan that featured it at the same time. Although the inside features MLB players, Cal is only on the cover:

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Mike Young passes away
 

I just saw where former Orioles outfielder Mike Young passed away. He played for the Orioles from 1982-1987, ending his career in 1989 after playing for three other teams. From 1984-1987, Mike was mostly an everyday player. His best season for the Orioles was in 1985, when he hit 28 HRs and drove in 81 runs.

Here's a few items to remember Mike

Team Issued 8x10 Photos

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1985 News American Oriole Profile

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RIP Mighty Mike


https://i.imgur.com/Jb80YeU.jpg

I recently purchased a small collection of Rochester Red Wings memorabilia and included was this Camera Day SGA piece from August of 1980 (measures 3.5" x 5.5" folded; that folds out to a team photo). I sent the scans to Alan to see if he had ever seen one and he shared that he had not & that it might be worthwhile sharing with the board (too bad it wasn't from 1981):

https://i.imgur.com/8Yrbn2Y.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/HZdEGez.jpg

Another neat piece that was included in this collection was this:

https://i.imgur.com/1eEMsFJ.jpg

Signed Polaroid, CA. 1970.

Unfortunately not sure where it was taken, looks like possibly a bar. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...4fd287b562.jpg

Like the snapshot photo. Looks really good signed as well.

We've all signed our credit card receipts loosey-goosey like that after being a bit over-served at the bar. Just saying. :D

Thanks Mark, Really like it signed too, it Contrasts really well. And that's coming from someone who doesn't love autos on photos very often.

This scorecard is from 1895, and the First Baltimore Dynasty. Baltimore finished first in the NL in 94 96 and 96 second in 97. They competed for the Temple cup all 4 years the cup was contended. They won twice in 96 and 97. Led by Manager Ned Hanlon and 5 Hall of Famers Hugh Jennings Willie Keeler Joe Kelly John McGraw and Wilbert Robinson.

RIP left handed pitcher Don Hood who passed away last week......Hood was the Orioles #1 Draft Pick in 1969 & pitched in 29 game for them before being traded to Cleveland after the '74 season (along with Boog Powell)...

https://i.imgur.com/ZHuTHDH.jpg

Bill,

Thanks for sharing. A couple team issued photos.


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Orioles Ground Crew Passes
 

Good afternoon,

I was recently able to acquire some Orioles ground crew passes from 1969-1974 (the 1973 pass is laminated). Included was a pass to the 1969 ALCS and World Series.

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RIP Dick Hall
 

Dick Hall, a pitcher on both the 1966 and 1970 Orioles WS Champions, passed away yesterday at 92. A few years ago he was kind enough to sign a card for me through the mail.

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Mike:

Those are very cool. I don't know if the name Linda Warehime means anything to you but she was easily the most recognizable name on the Grounds Crew during that time period (1968-75).

She was well known for sweeping the bases and occasionally swatting an umpire or visiting team third base coach playfully on the rear once she completed her duties.

So cool! I don’t recall ever seeing a pass for the grounds crew AND this is extra special to have Linda Warehime‘s passes. What other grounds crew member can anyone name?!?

Got this for $9 at a local auction. Thought it was kind of cool.

Orioles Aisle Markers extra #3 to trade for another
 

Anyone else collect the aisle markers?

Found another two Memorial Stadium (Orioles) aisle markers (#10 and #3) yesterday. Before and after shown below. I have 12 different numbers now. The #5 and #33 eludes me.

I am always looking for more.

New Programs
 

Hi guys,

I haven't posted much stuff lately, because I've been dealing with my mom's estate, but wanted to share a couple items I've picked up recently.

Many of you know that I really enjoy collecting programs, especially older programs of Orioles minor league affiliates. I've was able to pick up a new Orioles World Series program and get one program closer to my minor league goal of a program from every Orioles affiliate since 1954.

The first program is a 1983 World Series program printed by the Quad-City Times from Davenport, Iowa. I had never seen it before and my best guess is the newspaper was following the Orioles closely because O's pitcher Mike Boddicker is an Iowa native.


1983 World Series Program (Quad-City Times)

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The second program is another one of my holy grails. I hate to use that term, but since I'm averaging about one new minor league program a year from those obscure teams, this is a program from a franchise I never expected to find.

In 1955, one of the Orioles class C affiliates was the Thetford Mines Mineurs from Thetford Mines, Quebec, Canada. In fact, Thetford Mines was an O's affiliate in 1954-1955. The team played in the Provincial League that fielded 6 teams. The Mineurs finished the season 42-88 and in last place. The team averaged 547 fans per game, so programs (or anything from the team) are pretty scarce. Barney Lutz was the manager. Here's the program and two players from the team, Ray Barker and Al Nagel. Barker ended up playing 5 games for the Orioles in 1960. He's the only player from the team to reach the majors.

1955 Thetford Mines Mineurs program

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Ray Barker and Al Nagel

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Congrats Alan on the new program!

Great Pickups Alan!

Congratulations

Very nice programs Alan. Thanks so much for sharing with the group. Love the unique and oddball stuff…

Ron Shelton who played professionally in the Orioles farm system from 1967-71 (making it as high as AAA Rochester), wrote/directed the movie Bull Durham which came out (gulp) 35 years ago.

The character of Nuke LaLoosh was loosely based on the stories he had heard about pitcher Steve Dalkowski.

A year or so ago Shelton wrote a book about the making of the movie and a mutual friend assisted me in getting my copy signed:

https://i.imgur.com/osrst2S.jpg

1971 Little League World Series Program
 

I picked this up today. Boog appeared in the LLWS in 1954.

LLWS Program
 

Great pickup!

I wasn't proactively searching for #5 but just happen to find one several years ago.

#5 Aisle Marker (Orioles)
 

Hal, thanks for sharing. Name your price…deep pockets / big budget for that one! :):):) Very nice!

Nice display!!


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Excited to add this one to my Baltimore T206 back run. It completes the Cycle group for me.


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Picked up a few neat items from a longtime Orioles collector ....I'll post pictures over the next few days;

Adam Jones 2008 (rookie year) game used cleats from the final game at Yankee Stadium (signed/inscribed):

https://i.imgur.com/wZa1UX2.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/Z3Lnm8s.jpg

Frank Robinson managerial game used/signed hat:

https://i.imgur.com/9B6j9i8.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/0uw0ymI.jpg

Might consider a Brooks Robinson, September 17, 1955 ticket stub, if one even exists. Now that would require some deep pockets!

Was good to see Cal Jr. at the ASG the other day & while I think I probably posted this during COVID, I thought perhaps I'd do so again...

It's a 2001 ASG ball signed by Cal beneath the logo, but I also added Charley Steiner from ESPN on the sweet spot with an inscription.

Some of you may recall when Cal hit that HR to lead off the third inning (in his final All Star Game), Steiner's radio call upon the swing was "Did he Do It?, Did He Do it?, He Did!" Fortunately Steiner was doing radio for the Yankees circa 2005 & a buddy of mine me got in the Press Box to see him prior to a late season Orioles/Yankees game at Camden Yards (and he was happy to accommodate my request).

https://i.imgur.com/aIN03Uv.jpg

I discovered today that RHP Bob Harrison whose MLB career consisted of one game each in 1955 & 1956 passed away last January at the age of 92:

https://i.imgur.com/IGhqNA9.jpg

Last week I showed a couple items that I recently picked up from a long time Orioles collection, but here is another piece from it.

I was so pleased when the Orioles traded for Eddie Murray mid way through the '96 season (though I wished he would have finished his career there) but here is a 1996 warm up top of his:

https://i.imgur.com/OclKXEH.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/e54nH1A.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/JHo6DgN.jpg

Anyone have this 1971 Brooks Robinson Post Card. Look carefully. Would love to buy or trade for it. The Font is Large and towards top edge below picture centered. The 1970 has small font centered and 1972 has large font centered. All three are the same picture but the font and name centering is different.

recently picked this interesting B&W glossy team photo of the 1973 Asheville Orioles (AA) managed by Cal Ripken Sr. The team went 71-69 that season and notable players included Taylor Duncan, Bob Bailor & Mike Willis:

https://i.imgur.com/c1u5dW7.jpg

So you're the one that outbid me. LOL Probably, should have guessed. I'm glad it's in a good home.

The Orioles are celebrating the 1983 World Champion team tonight at Camden Yards. Many of the former players from the team were honored before the game.

Back in 1984, I asked a friend of mine, that was an excellent artist, to paint baseballs of all the players on the team. I supplied her with MLB baseballs and postcards of all the players to go by.

She did a fantastic job. The pictures don't do them justice. Here's the set displayed, along with close ups of a few players.

‘83
 

Alan,

I think I said it beforehand but I think that artist did a wonderful job. Also, they make for a really nice display as well.

Alan those are great painted baseballs! Great idea!

Orioles garment bag
 

I recently picked this up from Goodwill, but I'm coming up empty on my attempts to learn more about it. The bag itself is heavy duty, but has absolutely no markings or tags on the inside. The logo is similar to Orioles logos from the mid-1950s, but not exact. If this is a homemade job then someone did a great job applying the decal. You guys have amazing collections, so I'm hoping someone might be able to offer a little insight into this item. Thanks!

ironically, your garment bag reminded me of an equipment bag that is on eBay currently sourced from the collection of Tom Chism who played in their system in the mid to late 1970's (which included a brief appearance with the MLB club in '79)...Curious what geographic area did you pick this up from?


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Bill - Thanks for sharing the Chism bag. My bag came from an online Goodwill auction from a Baltimore store.

Looking for the following Brooks Robinson Post Cards. See picture for specific years 1958-60, 1961, 1961-64, and 1964. Email me at [email]charles.strite@yahoo.com if you have any of these. I have other years I could trade you.

Finally got around to adding this Arena card variation. Love the items showing Brooks fielding.

Clint

I remember having that as a kid; just curious what the variation is...

Neat item (I always enjoyed the Yankee Stadium monuments in the background)

Thanks Bill. I don’t have a picture of the other one handy but it’s a different shot of Brooks throwing. Maybe someone else has a pic of it handy and can share.

Here is the McNally Arena card with Brooks in the background (I suspect it was taken the same game)

That’s a great card Bill! I don’t know why these don’t get more fanfare? Great action shots and multiple sports are available. I’ve never seen mention of them anywhere either.

Orioles / Brooks Robinson Baltimore News Press 1960-1963
 

1960-1963 Baltimore News Post; Need 1 #49 for 1960 Courtney
I have a lot of extra Baltimore News Post to sell or trade for a 1960 # 49 Courtney.

Here is what I have extra:

1961 - 37 extra available. Not perfect. Can provide pictures. Extra Brooks Robinson (not cheap)

1962 - missing 4 with a second set in very nice condition (Cosgrove, Ward, Hall and Williams); second set has Brooks (not cheap); I have 25 extra various condition

1963 - 43 extra in various condition; No Brooks.

Looking for a few Brooks Post Cards and Oriole Dayton Daily News I would trade above for

Quick shot of the other example…

That’s it Mark, thanks! Great shot of Brooks throwing!

Just picked up this photo of Brooks from 1963. Very rough shape but a cool pose.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...13f9a7861a.jpg

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Is it dated 1963 on the photo ? My guess would be 1964.
Scott

In 1964 they used a different logo on the hat.

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Not many photos with Brooks wearing the one year “B” on the cap. Of course I may be in the minority, but I also really like the block letter Orioles on the jersey as well.