Looks to be in very nice shape; congrats on the pickup.

1960 Baltimore Orioles Christmas Card
 

Day 213 – 1 August 2024
One of my favorite things to collect are the older Oriole Christmas Cards. This copy is from 1960, “A Miracle on 33rd Street.” There is a slot on the cover for something to be inserted. On the inside it has facsimile signatures of the team. It says, “Best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Hapy New Year from the Entire Organization.”

1961 Baltimore Orioles Bethlehem Steele Megaphone
 

Day 214 – 2 August 2024
Another one of my favorite items to collect are the older Mega Phones from Memoiral Stadium. This one is from the 1961 Bethlehem Steel Night. The Hartzell Bird is on the front with information about Bethlehem’s Major Operations in Baltimore. On the side it mentions Family Night and on the other side it says, “It Can Be Done in ’61.” It has some wrinkles but that adds to its character. What a great piece.

Baltimore Orioles Exhibition Game Programs - 1966 and 1970
 

215 – 3 August 2024
Today I am showing you a couple random items from 1966 and 1970. The first item is a 1966 Orioles Exhibition Game Program from Miami Stadium. On the inside it has details about spring training and the Orioles roster for 1966 to include a nice photo of their newest All Star, Mr. Frank Robinson with his Reds uniform and hat. Another “Miami” item is a scorecard from 1970 featuring Earl Weaver on the inside. I like the Decker Bird on the cover and the advertisement for Regal Premium Beer…anyone familiar with this beer?

1983 Maryland Sport Scene Magazine with Brooks Robinson
 

216 – 4 August 2024
Today I am showing you a 1983 Maryland Magazine called “Sport Scene.” The magazine is dated April 1983 and has an article about Brooks Robinson. The article is short and celebrates his career and pending HoF ceremony. It is a short read but highlights some key moments in his life and talks about what he will say in Cooperstown, NY later that July. It has a nice couple of photos with information about Brooks’ story on audio and the 1966 Orioles Card Set order information. It is always interesting to be reminded or learn where things you collect were made available such as the audio tape and cards.

1976 Charles Linnett Jim Palmer
 

217 – 5 August 2024
In 1976 Charles Linnett created a set of pictures on thick paper stock of MLB players. This included several Orioles. Brooks Robinson and Jim Palmer appeared in the set. Here is a graded version of Brooks (highest graded). A few years ago I found the original artwork of Palmer featured in the frame today. Recently, I found a sealed picture by Linnett of Palmer that was handed out to the fans. Within the packet is the Palmer picture and on the other side is a document that welcomes the fan to Grant City / Charles Linnett Portrait Day. Would love to find a version of Brooks as well as the original art work.

Baltimore Orioles Jehosie Heard Type 1 Photo
 

218 – 6 August 2024
Today I am showing you a Type 1 photo of the Baltimore Orioles 1st African American ballplayer. Jehosie “Jay” Heard (1920-1999 debuting as a MLB pitcher with the Orioles as a 34 year old) was a left handed pitcher appearing in 2 games in 1954; twice against the White Sox. He pitched in 3 /13 innings with a W-L record of 0-0. He pitched in the Negro Leagues from 1945-1951. He also pitched in the Army during WW2. He had success with the Orioles in his first game on 24 April 1954 facing four batters successfully. His second outing on 28 May 1954 was not as great; he allowed 6 hits and 5 runs in two innings. He would return to the minor leagues until 1957. I am showing you a Type 1 photo that was used for his Topps 1954 baseball card. The photo is by Greer Stuidos, INC from Baltimore, Maryland. This photo is stamped April 1954. The photo is in great shape and pretty cool it was included on the Topps Card as an inset.

That’s a very nice photo. I’m assuming that was taken in Arizona during spring training. Think it makes the photo even better since the photo is used on his baseball card.

I agree, Mark. I really like that photo and the card…especially how the photo was used on the card.

Baltimore Orioles 1979 Glads
 

219 – 7 August 2024
Recently found this small “Rocks” glass from the 76th WS from 1979. The glass is in great shape, measures 3.5 inches and makes a great display with other 1979 WS items.

July 31, 1983 HoF Induction Ceremonies Press Pass Brooks Robinson
 

220 – 8 August 2024
Today I am showing you a July 31, 1983 HoF Induction Ceremonies Press Pass. This is pass number 282 for Brooks Robinson’s induction ceremony. I have quite a few items from this occasion but missing a actual ticket or reserved seating ticket, and HoF pin with a yellow ribbon for a “guest.” Also, looking for the game played at Doubleday Field on 1 August 1983.

Baltimore Orioles Memorial Stadium Aisle Marker
 

221 – 9 August 2024
Recently found another Memorial Stadium Aisle Marker. This one is #24 bringing my total to 14. My favorite #24 that played at Memorial Stadium is the 1983 WS MVP Rick Dempsey. #33, #20 and #5 are still on my list!!! See picture for the ones I am fortunate to have including the shinny #24.

Very nice induction pass. I try to pick up items from Brooks’ induction. I’ve never seen a catalog from the HOF that pictured items available at the time. May not have done this in ‘83, but not sure.

The brass aisle markers you have acquired are very impressive. Would look neat in a frame with #1 thru…

(Does anyone know the # of Sections in Memorial Stadium? I know it’s at least 40.)

Mark, holding out till I find #5!!! 20 and 33 needed, too. I do enjoy them. I do enjoy the aisle markers.

Baltimore Orioles OPACY Sign
 

222 – 10 August 2024
I have show several signs over the past few months relating to the Orioles. Today I am showing you another OPACY sign. This one warns fans of foul balls. This sign is bright orange (my favorite) with white all cap letters with a white trim. The sign is small measuring 5 in X 7 in. It says “WARNING: SEATS IN THIS AREA ARE NOT PROTECTED BY FOUL BALL SCREEN.”

Super NICE sign!

223 – 11 August 2024
Nothing special today. I have a couple baseball related Hartzell originals from his work with the Baltimore Sun. He was a cartoonist with the Sun from 1934 – 1979. He drew the first cartoon Oriole for the franchise in 1954. His Oriole was the model for MLB team’s mascot. His drawings and the ones I show you today were mounted on illustration board, photostated, and set up for publication. I believe the larger of the two sketches are Paul Richards (Manager) and Lee MacPhail (GM) during the early 1960s. The smaller one is a version of the Oriole “bird” with the stadium. I have a bunch of other ones from Hartzell but not baseball related if anyone collects these.

Brooks Robinson 1971 Milk Duds
 

225 – 13 August 2024
Thought to share some details and pictures on the 1971 Milk Duds complete box set. Brooks Robinson appeared on two boxes that having different box numbers. The pictures are the same but Brooks has a box numbered #18 and #23. He is one of three players with this similar issue in the 72 box set. Killebrew and Rose have a similar situation. This set was hard to assemble. Clemente goes for a crazy price. I also found Munson and Bench to be difficult. Pictured is the two versions of Brooks in a PSA 6 holders, a PSA 9 hand cut card and a assembled box along with a picture of my set.

1966 Baltimore Orioles WS Straw Hat
 

226 - 14 August 2024
Today I am showing you my “straw” hat from the 1966 World Series. It is adorn with a band that runs around it in Orange the Bird holding a trumpet saying “Charge” and the 1966 WS Dodgers – Orioles emblem. I have had this for quite some time. Does anyone remember these being worn at Memorial Stadium?

1969 Topps Stamps Panel
 

227 – 15 August 2024
Today I am showing you my 1969 Topps Stamps panel set. This set is the horizontal version. I believe there are 24 different panels of 12 players. Some of the players appear on 2 or more panels. I recently found the middle panel featuring Al Kaline and Carl Yastrzemski. This set can also be collected as a vertical version and of course the singles. I have both versions graded along with the single. The panels do not grade very well.

1969 Topps Panel Set and Brooks Robinson
 

1969 Topps Panel Brooks Robinson

1975 NST/Japan Mr Baseball Nagashima Stamp Brooks Robinson
 

228 – 16 August 2024
Recently upgraded my 1975 Japan NST/Mr. Baseball Nagashima Stamp (#62) featuring Brooks Robinson in uniform with Earl Weaver and Nagashima. I had a PSA 3 but found this beautiful PSA 8 to match my other version but with Brooks in civilian attire and Japanese ceremonial clothing (#59). The two stamps I am showing are the highest graded. The Oriole stamps are from the visit or tour to Japan in 1971. This set is part of larger stamp set from Japan. This 288 stamp set called Mr. Baseball was issued to honor retiring Shigeo Nagashima.

1975 Japan NST/Mr. Baseball Nagashima Stamps Boog Powell
 

229 – 17 Aug 2024
Yesterday I showed you the two Brooks Robinson stamps from the 1975 Japan NST/Mr. Baseball Nagashima Stamps. The 3rd Oriole from that set is featured today with Boog Powell #56. Not a high grade but I have never seen another.

Brooks Robinson Hit for Cycle Ticket and Program
 

230 – 18 August 2024
On July 15, 1960 Brooks Robinson hit for the cycle against the Chicago White Sox at Comiskey Park. Brooks did this in front of 43,704 fans. Brooks went 5-5 leading the Orioles almost single handedly to a 5-2 victory. Brooks singled in the first. Brooks homered with bases empty in the 3rd inning. In the 5th inning he hit another single. In the 7th, he doubled. In the 9th, Baltimore led 3-2 and Brooks came to the plate with two men on and he hit his triple scoring two batters securing the win. Brooks ended the game with 5 hits, 1 run, and 3 RBIs. Brooks had a nice hitting streak going on with 9 straight games increasing his batting average from .264 to .296. Brooks was the first Oriole to hit for the cycle. Included today is a ticket stub from Brooks’ cycle game on July 15, 1960 and what I believe would be the program for the game, which is unscored.

1961, 1963 and 1967 AS Pennants (Variations)
 

231 – 19 August 2024
I recently added some new All Star Pennants to my collection. The 1961 Green AS Pennant from Boston is a color variation; I have a blue version, too. The black 1963 AS Pennant is one that I have not seen before. The other one I have is a AL pennant from the Cleveland AS game. Finally, the Blue 1967 AS Pennant is a color variation. I have a green and purple one, too. I was fortunate to find these at the National back in July 2024.

Oddly enough, I just pulled one from a pack today
https://i.ibb.co/SVKN356/IMG-0951.jpg

That is an exciting pull! Nice card/sticker of Boog just a days after his birthday, too.

Brooks Robinson Type 1 Photo
 

Day 232 - 20 August 2024
Another addition from the National in July 2024 is a Type 1 graded photo of Brooks Robinson in the early 1960s. This photo is a Don Wingfield copy from the Sporting News. I really like the pose with the Hartzell Bird on the sleeve, the glove with #5 on it and the dark background.

Nice photograph!

Thanks, Mark. It is a nice shot of a young Brooksie.

233 – 21 August 2024
Was fortunate to find these recently. At top is a tie bar and pin from the 1984 Oriole visit to Japan. I have not seen the tie bar. Below, is a 1966 World Series Championship Cuff Links. These are really cool.

1966 WS Championships Orioles Cuff Links / 1984 Japan Pin and Tie Bar
 

Forgot the attachment

Cal Ripken Batting Gloves
 

234 – 22 August 2024
Another find at the National was a pair of batting gloves worn by Cal Ripken in the 1990s. The gloves show some ware. The black and orange with “RIP-8” looks very nice displayed.

Great stuff Charles, keep sharing!

Will do, Clint.

Day 235 – 23 August 2024
Today I am showing you a ticket from my “birthday.” Brooks had a pretty good game on my birthday 60 years ago today…Sunday, 23 August 1964. The Orioles played a double header against the White Sox in Chicago and lost the first game 3-1 with Brooks going 1 for 3 with a Run, RBI and BB. The scorecard shown is from game 1 as indicated at the top of the cover and scoring information. In the 2nd game the Orioles won 7-3. Brooks had 5 AB, 3 hit, 0 RBI, 2 Run and a BB. His average was .308 with an OPS of .859. This of course was Brooks’ MVP year.

Charlie,

So cool! Thanks for sharing and hope you have a wonderful birthday!

1974 Reading Hot Stovers Program
 

Day 236 – 24 August 2024
I found this program recently featuring a few signatures (Weaver, Bamberg, Blair, Al Oliver and Del Unswer. This program is from Reading, Pennsylvania at the Abraham Lincoln Hotel Ballroom on 22 Jan 74. The program has a nice photo of Weaver, Palmer and Blair but none of Brooks. As you can see, they had some big guests and speakers (Weaver, Palmer, Brooks, and Blair). I have seen some other programs out there similar to this celebrating the “Reading Hot Stovers.”

Charlie-

Believe it or not the Reading Hot Stovers are still going strong. Their banquet is held the third Thursday of January each year and they always bring in a few players to speak...

Bill Ripken was one of their speakers in 2023...

https://i.imgur.com/eyR4XGt.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/4m31EtX.jpg

Very cool. I have one more. I would love to know more about the athletes they feature.

1972 Reading Hot Stovers Program
 

237 – 25 August 2024
Today, I am showing you a program similar to yesterday. This one is from January 25, 1972 and features Joe Torre as the MVP and Jim Palmer. Also featured is Greg Luzinski. I really enjoy the shape of the program and the last page with various photos of the sites and people around Baltimore with the WS Win. Love the Large Flagtown U.S.A. sign.

Nick Markakis GU Jersey, Line Up Card and Ball
 

238 – 26 August 2024
On 22 May 2013 the Orioles played the Yankees at Camden Yards. Nick Markakis The Orioles won the game 6-3. Nick Markakis hit career homerun 121 and RBI 572. I was fortunate to find this game worn jersey, HR ball and lineup card. A lot of familiar names in the lineup to include Machado, Wieters, Hardy, Jones and Davis. The jersey is adorn with the Maryland and Weaver #4 patch. It has a lot of dirt on it but guess best not to clean.

Very Cool! I’ve always liked Markakis; I’d leave the jersey as is.

Mark, Markakis was one of my favorite Orioles for a few years. He was a great player.

Day 239 – 27 August 2024
I recently was looking at my advertisements and found this one featuring who I think is Brooks Robinson from 1972 (see bottom left). The advertisement is from Kraft featuring their candy with an offering for MLB and NHL team patches. The patch is 2 inches. For a dollar and 2 empty candy bags you would receive 5 patches. You could also get a jacket for $4.50.

Day 240 – 28 August 2024
This All Star Photo I believe is from 1971 based on Munson (#15) and Lolich (Detroit) in the photo. Brooks Robinson and Harmon Killebrew are also in the photo. I am not sure who the Red Sox player in the middle is but am thinking it is Luis Aparicio. Could be the Red Sox pitcher Siebert. Anyway, this is a very nice photo of two HoF (Brooks and Harmon) and two pretty good players (Munson and Lolich). If that is Aparicio, he was an amazing HoF player, too. Back to the photo, it looks like everyone is following Brooks (ha!). It looks like the game ended with the AL winning and everyone is congratulating Lolich as the pitcher winning the game.

Baltimore Orioles Memorial Stadium Upper 5 Section Sign
 

241 – 29 August 2024
I know many of you like the old Memorial Stadium Signs. This is one of my favorites that I may have shown before. The sign measures 4 feet by 21 inches. It is from the “Upper 5 Section.” It has a very large Brooks Robinson autograph. I put a 1966 AL Champions / WS pennant on it. This one is amazing and takes up a lot of space.

I really like the Memorial Stadium signs and especially if it has the #5 on it. The large Brooksie autograph on the piece looks very nice as well.

Thanks, Mark. I enjoy that large signature, too.

Brooks Robinson and Cal Ripken Advertisement
 

Day 242 – 30 August 2024
Here is a nice advertisement featuring Cal Ripken and Brooks Robinson. It is an advertisement from a Baltimore Sun Vending Machine for a free Player Posters. It measures 17 x 11 inches. Never seen the poster.

Charlie-

Your Brooks/Cal poster ad piece is from a Baltimore Sun vending box

Brooks Robinson Photo
 

Day 243 – 31 August 2024
As a young boy growing up in Maryland I had this photo framed hanging on my wall. This photo is on a hard type of material measuring 14 x 10.5 inches. This is a photo of Brooks Roginson on the hot corner. I believe there are other versions. This is my 9th complete - consecutive month of posting. 4 months to go!

Charlie,

I didn’t have this on my wall when I was young; I had the SI poster of Brooks and Boog (possibly Frank or Cuellar; can't quite recall). My Brooks poster had so many holes in it from moving it around so often. You figure I’d be smart enough to use the same hole, but not what occurred.

The only other, think they call them arena cards, that I know of is where Brooks is making the throw across his body to first (possibly a bunt or something he had to charge).

Keep it going Charlie; so far so good!

Baltimore Orioles - Jim Palmer Jockey Poster
 

Day 244 – 1 September 2024
I recently found this poster of Jim Palmer with Jockey in his Underwear/Swimwear. Many of us older guys remember these cringe worthy advertisements of Palmer. This particular one is from 1983 and measures 17 x 14.5. And now…it is not hanging up on my wall but I thought it was fun finding it. I hope this is ok (the poster and my words). I do not want to offend anyone.

My friend was shopping during his lunch break in midtown Manhattan Macys or A&S and he saw Jim Palmer signing Jockey underwear photos. I am “ lucky “ enough to have a personalized “ To Scott.. Jim Palmer” photo.
It hangs out of site in my boiler room in my basement.
Scott

Good one, Scott. Palmer could do it all. Still great in the booth.

Jockey
 

Palmer

Well, at least he is wearing a T-shirt in that poster. LOL

Charlie… Need to get that signed and displayed in a significant place (like over the fireplace).

Scott… So cool!

Come on, is no one gonna say it??

You should have had him sign the pic on the sweet spot of the...wait for it...balls. :D

Clint, I will pass. Ha.

Nice pic, Scott.

Day 245 – 2 September 2024
Here is another small sign from the Sun back in July 1983 celebrating Brooks Robinson going to the Hall of Fame. The Sun in its two papers on July 28 and July 29, 1983 had a section dedicated to Brooks. I have this sign unframed (unsigned) and framed (signed). Would be ok with trading my unsigned copy for the right item(s).

Sun Advertisement with Boog Powell and Dave McNally
 

Day 246 – 3 September 2024
Another Baltimore Sun advertisement today featuring two of my favorite Orioles…Boog Powell and Dave McNally. Who can name the other two Orioles? Not sure what year this is; guessing the 1990s.

I’m not very good with the faces, but I’d guess Barber and Triandos.

hard to believe that Cal Ripken Jr, hit his 400th career HR 25 years ago (yesterday). I know I posted these probably back in 2020, but here is the commemorative official jersey he was presented during the pregame ceremony the next evening

https://i.imgur.com/kdBOjUs.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/myMPcw0.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/u4ktqcq.jpg

Bill, that is awesome. Is the jersey yours? Thanks for sharing.

Mark, Barber was my guess and Triandos is a good one.

Unexpected gift from Charlie… Thank you so much; very thoughtful.

Glad you like it. Picked up one for my girls and figured you would enjoy one.

Baltimore Sun Newspaper Advertisement with Bird
 

Day 247 – 4 September 2024
Here is another Baltimore Sun advertisement from both the Morning and Evening versions. The bird and newspaper is from 1979 but unsure the year this one comes from. I always loved yelling “Charge” when I was young with the music.

You are correct. Thanks again!

Yes, this picture is after the final out from the 1971 All Star Game. Johnny Bench popped out as Brooks made the final play catching the ball on the mound, and then he tosses the ball to Lolich. One of the most fantastic All Star Games with 10 Hall of Famers in the starting lineup, and 10 other Hall of Famers on the bench, for a total of 20 (22 if you include the managers). All the scoring was done on Home Runs from 6 different Hall of Famers.

Here is my recap of the broadcast (and the commercials):

https://fleersticker.blogspot.com/20...broadcast.html

Thanks for the feedback on the 1971 AS game last out picture. The colored pictures, too. I especially enjoyed your link about the game. Thanks!

Baltimore Orioles “Get Nasty” sign
 

Day 248 – 5 September 2024
Not sure about this sign measuring 13 x 10 inches. The sign is two sided and says “Get Nasty” on one side and the other saying Clobber Cleveland. My guess is this is from 1997 during the Play Offs in 1997. I guess the fan would wave during the game. Anyone know exactly?

Today marks the 29th anniversary of Cal Ripken Jr. tying Lou Gehrig's consecutive game streak at 2130 games....

Recently I acquired the scoresheet that the Official Scorer of that game personally kept that evening:

https://i.imgur.com/Lcg4qUy.png?1https://i.imgur.com/Wo8ODKU.png?1

Great item Bill!

Amazing post. Thanks for sharing the score card. Very unique item and what a historical find.

1971 Crown Baltimore Orioles Pocket Schedule
 

Day 249 – 6 September 2024
This 1971 Crown Baltimore Orioles Schedule featuring Brooks Robinson and Paul Blair eluded me for quite a while. I really love this photo of Brooks on the cover. It had some damage on the corner but otherwise is nice enough. It features the schedule of the 1970 WS Champions. Crown Gasoline had the best advertisements with the Orioles and Brooks. I would love to find the sticker of Brooks that was affixed to the Gasoline pumps. I have seen one. This one evades me, too, but someday I will find one.

with today being the anniversary of Cal Ripken Jr. surpassing Lou Gehrig for the most consecutive games record, I thought I'd share this signed/inscribed game worn jersey of starting leftfielder Mark Smith, who wore this jersey in both the 2130 and 2131 contests:

https://i.imgur.com/AQ8uRlZ.png?1https://i.imgur.com/jiZTRvG.png?1https://i.imgur.com/dMLyhnD.jpg

Was anyone from this board fortunate enough to be at these games?

Baltimore Orioles 1982 Bumper Sticker Sign
 

Day 250 – 7 September 2024
I really enjoy collecting Baltimore Oriole related bumper stickers. This sign fits into that category. I thought this was hung at Memorial Stadium but was corrected. In 1982 you would find these at Crown Gas Stations. The gas attendant I guess, if asked, would hand out bumper stickers. The sign says “Ask Attendant.” The sign is made of cardboard and measures 12 in X 19 in. Anyone know what bumper stickers were provided free of charge?