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I addition to the regular 1958 All-Star program and ticket stub, I've got a couple other items from the game. A press pass and program (probably sold outside the stadium), but I've never seen that scorecard. Is it made of thicker cardboard? Very cool. Let me know if you ever want to sell it.... |
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Another neat set of Orioles is the Hires Root Beer set from 1958. The set also includes two Orioles has part of their test cards. I wish I could have found them with tabs. Also the "How to Play Baseball" booklet.
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The sheet is a thinner card stock...probably same thickness as an index card. If I am ever jammed up and need to sell, I will let you know, but I buy this stuff with the intention of leaving a headache for my kids when I kick the bucket. :) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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That is a great grouping of items. The Brooks Robinson Night at Memorial Stadium in 1964 was held on my birthday, September 18th. You may remember, but quite a few years later thy had “Thanks Brooks Day” at Memorial Stadium on September 18th as well. Very cool items you posted. |
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I didn’t think I had one of these things, but while digging through my junk to post I came across one that I didn’t even remember I had. Mine is a small and I’ll post it one day soon. Such a neat item in the original packaging. |
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I hadn’t seen the ‘58 AS game score sheet before; very neat item. of course I like the ticket as well. |
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Such GREAT items. Thanks so much for all the contributions you're making towards this thread. |
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Sometimes the hunt for an item is just as satisfying or greater than the item itself. Approximately five years ago my daughter and I were at the Huggins & Scott retail store, House of Cards in Silver Spring Maryland, where she spotted the July 15, 1960 ticket stub. Since this was the game where Brooks became the first Orioles player to hit for the cycle, we had to have it. My daughter scores every game she attends. She purchases a scorecard, usually brings her own pencil and makes entries the old fashion way. Because of her interest in keeping score, whenever I acquire a ticket with special significance, I try to find the accompanying scorecard (preferably scored). After 5 years, I finally found the scorecard on Ebay this past Sunday and received it today. As you can see, Brooks had 5 hits and completed the cycle with a triple in his last at bat. It's funny how I can derive such pleasure from an inexpensive item like this scorecard as opposed to other items in my collection.
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Mark awsome thread you have going here thanks!
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Remember that the O's played the Pirates in the '71 and '79 Series; I'm sure there is something in your great collection that relates. |
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Day 37 (February 6, 2020 – 037)
Since Scott (quitcrab) posted his very cool #5 shirt, still in the package, I had to picture the example I found while digging through my junk (collection). I forgot I even had this Orioles #5 shirt and I’m quite sure I had one of these when I was younger. I don’t know if I have any photo documentation, but I remember wearing all type of Oriole shirts, AND of course BALTIMORE COLTS stuff, when growing up (by the way I still do…well, I wear Ravens now). I do have my Orioles jacket “somewhere” from when I was young. Hopefully I can find the jacket and break it out before the end of the year. When playing football in my neighborhood along with my Colts shirt I’d sometimes break out and wear my authentic reproduction, game used, live-action, Baltimore Colts Raymond Berry #82 football helmet. Sadly, the helmet is long gone… This is a late ’60’s (possibly early 70's) Orioles #5 shirt; child small (6-8). Attachment 384380 Here’s a picture of Brooks throwing out a runner at first with a similar #5 shirt; his may have been an XL, but as you can see he took his shirt out of the original package… Attachment 384381 |
Exhibit Vending Display
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Exhibit Display from vending machine.
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1959 Amarillo Gold Sox
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One of my loves are items from the minor leagues. Today I highlight the 1959 Amarillo Gold Sox. The Gold Sox played in the Texas League and were the Orioles AA affiliate. They finished in 5th place with a 75-71 record. They averaged 1,098 fans per game, so you can see how hard it is to find items from those early O's minor league teams. I'm happy when I can find a program or team photo, but to find both is sweet.
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AWESOME piece! Are those exhibits attached some way to the sign or are they printed on the sign in some fashion? |
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That's a great looking BiCentennial Grich bat! I was super excited when Grich started playing for the Orioles. Great defense, good hitting and just an all around great player. Wish he would have stayed, but with free agency it just didn't happen. Here's a snapshot of Grich at the park. Attachment 384457 |
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Two NICE and RARE items. Thanks for sharing your passion for the Orioles including their minor league affiliates. |
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Day 38 (February 7, 2020 – 038)
I haven’t shown an album yet and today seems like a nice day to lay in my bed, nice and relaxed, and listen to an album on my record player. Well, I don’t have a record player anymore (of course my daughter does; if you didn’t know they are “IN”). Also, I probably wouldn’t be listening to this album, even though it’s likely interesting. Back in the day I’d be listening to Zeppelin, Rush, and maybe even some Alice Cooper (WHAT!) or many of the other albums I (my parents) purchased. By the time of 8-track and cassette tapes I was buying them myself or at least a some of them. This album is entitled, “Brooks Robinson: Theory of Fielding” and of course has a picture of Brooks on the cover HITTING. Well, at least they used a cool shot with Brooks hitting (photo by TADDER) with it kind of exploding all around him (I’m sure you photography people would know the filter used; me, I don’t know). On the 1966 Orioles WS program a similar type shot was used. This album was from 1972 and if I would have ever listened to it, it probably talks about fielding… 1972 Brooks Robinson; Theory of Fielding album Attachment 384540 Attachment 384541 |
Mark, I am starting to think you sleepwalk with Brooks things to post :D
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Baseball Monthly
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Sadly, today marks the first anniversary of the passing of Frank Robinson.
While this piece isn't from his Orioles days, here is a hand painted, signed Locker Nameplate from the old Milwaukee County Stadium (note the Schlitz logo), when Frank managed Cleveland. Over 10 years ago, I was the high bidder in a lot of 20 or so of these, since a good # of the players represented were Orioles (which I will share down the road): https://i.imgur.com/scwsrK0.jpg |
Remembering Frank Robinson
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Here's an item from about 25 years ago. It's numbered to 586, but I haven't seen any others ever offered. It's about 10" tall and heavy. 1994 Sports Icon bronze bust (53/586) Attachment 384553 |
Baseball Monthly photos
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I have two autographed balls signed by Brooks Robinson, here is a pic of one of them:
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Baseball Monthly - Brooks Robinson
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Great looking Baseball Monthly. Always liked the shot of Brooks that they used for this piece. |
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From the "60 Project" of 2016
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Thanks for the reminder; time definitely flies Think the Frank nameplate is very nice. Also, I like the bronze bust of Frank as well. It's sad that so many of these great players are not around any longer. 1967 27th Annual Diamond Dinner Attachment 384591 Nice picture of Frank and Brooks on the cover of this publication. |
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Were these the same player images used by Jay Publishing? Or maybe it was the Orioles picture packs? They look familiar... |
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Look GREAT as usual. Really like the images you used on these cards. Of course the Brooks is my favorite even though I think they are ALL nice. |
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I love all of the O's logos and uniforms. It's my favorite part of doing their cards! |
Bob Leffler Drawings
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The top drawing is obviously Gary Roenicke, but Scott and I originally though the second drawing to be Larry Harlow (since there is no other drawings of him), but now I'm leaning towards this being a second drawing of Roenicke. He did use a face mask on his helmet at one point, while I don't remember Larry Harlow using one. Thoughts??? Attachment 384603 Attachment 384604 We have narrowed the last drawing down to either Dave Ford or John Flinn. I thinking John Flinn (no mustache). Again any thoughts?? Attachment 384602 |
Rawlings Advisory
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Day 39 (February 8, 2020 – 039)
I’m unsure why, but I really like the setup on these 8x10 Rawlings Advisory photos even if it’s not Brooks. Brooks has a few of these photos and this one is a favorite. Scott (quitcrab) posted four of these Rawlings photos and I thought we needed to see this one again (post #381). 1960’s Rawlings Advisory photo. Attachment 384616 Scott (quitcrab) has an example of a Rawlings Advisory photo that I had never seen before; I’m glad he pictured it on this thread for all to see. Scott, maybe just a shot of the one of a kind Rawlings photo by itself? Since we’ve already seen this Rawlings premium photo I’ll go ahead and picture another dugout shot of Brooks. I don’t think this snapshot is from 1969; the writing on the back states, September 11, 1966. The Orioles played the Twins in Metropolitan Stadium this day and the O’s “almost” came out on top. Attachment 384617 |
Orioles Nodder
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What your mom said back in the day reminded me of a Frank quote. A fellow at work dabbled in cartoon type drawings and did a couple drawings for me since he knew I was a Brooks fan (he always pictures himself; the one in the Browns shirt...poor fella). In the drawing he used the quote, "I don't see why you reporters keep confusing Brooks and me. Can't you see that we wear different numbers." 2014 Brooks and Frank drawing Attachment 384625 |
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It is from 1975. There are two different variations with a slight cropping difference by the S on his jersey (amount of black showing from his sleeve). The one on the left is also a little lighter than the other. You have the one on the right. Attachment 384642 |
1961 7-Eleven Orioles
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In 1961, 7-Eleven issued a crude set of 30 cards. There was supposed to be a second series, but never done. I can only assume the poor design and pink cards weren't widely received by customers.
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Brooks Vintage Cards and Pictures
Hi. I am an avid Brooks Collector. I have 100% of the Brooks Cards on the PSA master (see Brooksie Master on PSA). I am hoping to find regional Brooks cards that may not be available through ebay or shows (hidden treasures from the 1950, 1960 and 1970s). Pictures to, such as Sports Service, Rawlings, Exhibits, Jay Pub, Orioles Post Cards (I have a lot of these but not all and I learn about more routinely). I have a lot of oddball Brooks stuff but looking for more. I have lots of vintage cards to trade. Hope to hear from you.
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1959 Vancouver Mounties media guide with Brooks listed as an infielder on their roster. He started the season in Baltimore and was sent down to AAA Vancouver in May where he played in 42 games for the Mounties. During this time he hit .331 with 6 HR's and 30 RBI's before returning to Baltimore.
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Day 40 (February 9, 2020 – 040)
This is a fairly early B&W shot of Brooks, taken by photographer Don Wingfield, in his home uniform and the picture just has a great look to it; has the bat, glove, baseball sleeves, and the awesome bird logo on the left sleeve (can’t get much better than this…). See post #583 for a picture of the patch, in vivid color, that Clint (ksfarmboy) has in his collection. Attachment 384759 The same picture was used for the 1963 Jay Publishing Baltimore Orioles picture pack photo. Attachment 384760 |
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Laughing Bird on a '56 GU Lum Harris (O's coach) road jersey.
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The Baltimore across the chest and the cool looking bird on the sleeve. Beautiful jersey. Don’t you have the same bird on your cabinet or display shelf? Looks like it’s in the background of the picture. |
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1954 National Bohemian tri-fold pocket schedule.
At the Orioles 60th Anniversary game against St Louis I was sitting behind the 3rd base dugout amongst several Cardinal fans. One of the Redbird fans asked the beer vendor, "what is Natty Boh"? The vendor replied, "the worst damn beer you will ever pay $8.50 for." The adventurous fan then proceeded to purchase one for him and his buddy. Btw, the O's hit 6 home runs during the game. |
[QUOTE=Mark70Z;1953602]Day 39 (February 8, 2020 – 039)
I’m unsure why, but I really like the setup on these 8x10 Rawlings Advisory photos even if it’s not Brooks. Brooks has a few of these photos and this one is a favorite. Scott (quitcrab) posted four of these Rawlings photos and I thought we needed to see this one again (post #381). I really like that design, too. Clean. |
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1957 BR set--Orioles
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I am getting my auctions ready for February 24 and assembling some "57's"...I am reminded that there are 4 Orioles in our 130-card set!
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Orioles Postcards
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There has been some interest in the Orioles team issued postcards, so I'll periodically post some examples from my collection. Today, I'll highlight the set from 1962 that does include Brooks Robinson. The checklist is below. I'm still missing the Ron Hansen and both Wes Stock variations. If you have them, I'm interested.
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Very nice setup. Of course, once again, the Brooks is a favorite. |
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Very nice! I don’t see the 1962’s very often. What are the most difficult year postcards? |
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That’s a really nice snapshot of Brooks. How many snapshots do you have of him? |
Orioles Postcards
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That's an interesting question. The most difficult postcards for me are the ones I still need. LOL The B&W issues from 1954-1969 are definitely harder to find than the color postcards from 1970 to present. Postcards from 1954-1956 are toughest to find. However, within each year from 1954-1969, there are easier and harder players to find. Most likely, the popularity and time spent with the Orioles contribute to the scarcity of certain postcards. Players often used them to answer fan mail request. Here are a few in my collection that are on most Orioles PC wantlists. 1954 "printed" postcard of Vern Stephens. There are 10 different known and this is the only one I have. These are much harder than the 1954-56 glossy postcards in my experience. Attachment 384880 1954-55 Glossy RPPC of Tom Gastall. There is also a portrait pose of Gastall, that is near impossible, and a 1956 with the same kneeling pose, that I also have, with 012 stamped on the back. Attachment 384881 1963 Steve Dalkowski Attachment 384882 |
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Day 41 (February 10, 2020 – 041)
I knew I had to break out my Kellogg’s box once John (Orioles70) pictured the box from his collection (post #613). Now, I wasn’t much of a Kellogg’s Corn Flakes fan growing up; I liked more of the Frosted Flakes variety BUT if there was a “3-D” baseball card inside the corn flakes that’s what I “begged” for and had to have for my nutritious morning breakfast cereal (and of course dig through for the card). Finally found it and pulled out the 1970 Kellogg’s Corn Flakes box advertising the “3-D” Baseball Cards which pictures Brooks predominately on the back of the box. The box also pictures the 3-D cards of Wynn, Harper, Petrocelli and Rose. This box of cereal was a whopping 22 cents. 1970 Kellogg’s Corn Flakes box Attachment 384893 Attachment 384894 Someone along the line cut out the Brooks 3-D card from the Kellogg’s Corn Flakes box and I picked it up cheaply some time ago. Attachment 384895 |
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Good morning, I believe I had previously mentioned on this thread that I collect baseball-related wine bottles. Here are some the examples from the Orioles that I have.
I am still looking for a closed bottle of the Brooks Chardonnay and Eddie Murray has a newer wine out (Round Tripper) that i am still looking for. |
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1963 Orioles Yearbook
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From 1954-1974, the Orioles faithfully printed annual yearbooks. Beginning in 1975 until 2002, the yearbooks were sporadic, with several gaps of 6-7 years between printings, in the 1980's and 90's. Since 2003, the tradition has been revived. Rumor is that there won't be a 2020 edition. I hope that isn't true.
Brooks Robinson has appeared on the cover of several of the yearbooks, but the photo used for 1963 is my favorite. Some may not know that the Orioles issued two editions that year to include updates. It is also the oversized version the Orioles used from 1962-1965. Here are both editions. Attachment 384909 Attachment 384910 |
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I believe there was also a revised 1966 O's yearbook
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Love the Dalkowski postcard, Alan. Unfortunately, he never made it to the majors. Spent 9 1/2 years in the minor leagues, pitching 970 innings with 1324 strikeouts and 1274 BB's. That's just a wild stat line. Lots of great Dalko stories.
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I love that Tom Gastall PC (here is an autographed 012 version). For those who didn't know, Gastall was a highly touted athlete out of Boston University, who signed in June of 1955. On an off day in September of 1956, after only playing in 32 games with the club that season, a small plane he was piloting crashed into the Chesapeake Bay, killing him at the young age of 23.
This PC was signed three months before that fateful day: https://i.imgur.com/cwN4f00.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/jQm3365.jpg |
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As an aside, the Orioles did issue Video Yearbooks in both 1987 & 1988 (VHS Format)...I can show photos if anyone is interested in seeing them. |
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Very nice Tom Gastall postcard. Mine is dated Aug 29, 1956, but unfortunately the border has been trimmed on the bottom (not effecting the photo). Attachment 384914 |
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