1955 Topps All-American Tribute

[LuckyLarry]

Really sorry to hear about the loss of your friend. I enjoyed reading about his collection. Larry

"Life At The Bottom of the 1955 Topps All American Set"

[brian1961]

I am very sorry for your deep loss of a lifetime friend. This must be extremely hard. Thank you for creating this tribute to your buddy, Allen. When he finally knew what he wanted, Allen seemed to attack the matter powerfully and with a ferocious intensity, be it a degree, a meritorious position as a physical education instructor, an Olympic pursuit, a ravenous collector of a gorgeous set of trading cards, and finally marrying to provide the most for his wife. Quite a remarkable man. I extend to you over the net a strong brotherly hug. I am so sorry, man. --- Brian Powell

PS---While Leon discourages any discussion on religion, when I am deeply troubled, I go to prayer and read the Bible. My choices, of course, but then we weren't designed "to hang in there" all alone.

[55koufax]

Thank you for those extremely kind words and support. Need more of your type in this world Brian.

[TanksAndSpartans]

I'm sorry for your loss. I remember that article well - as soon as I saw 4 sets, I figured it was a match.

[whitehse]

I take my hat off to you for this incredible tribute to a man I wish I had the pleasure to have known. There is no doubt the world was made a better place simply by his presence in it. My condolences to you and the others who loved and cared for him so dearly.

[NiceDocter]

Thanks for the update.....wow what an incredible friend, just goes to show you never know whats inside someone...... so cool that as he was schlepping around South America he still made it to your wedding! What a guy!

[55koufax]

"Life At The Bottom of the 1955 Topps All American Set"

Lucky Larry - I've seen many a #1 Hickman card but yours is pretty singular in stature. Is that red blob on the left border a gargantuan Print Defect or a Twizzler stain?