December 2011 Pick-Ups

[perezfan]

Scott:

If I recall correctly, Jim Maloney (Reds) and Don Wilson (Astros) also pitched back to back no-hitters in the late '60s. I was just a little kid, but that's how I think I remember it. I attended the Maloney no-no, and then I believe Wilson came right back and pitched his the following evening.

Both games were at Crosley Field... at least that's how I am remembering it from 40+ years ago.

Anyway... just curious as to whether you have either of those Tickets? I figured if anyone does, it would be you! I wish I had the knowledge way back then to save mine, but it is long-gone

[thekingofclout]

Just returned from shopping and found this in the mail... Santa came early for me!

Iconic 1948 TYPE 1 Pulitzer Prize Winning Photograph by Nat Fein - "Babe Bows Out"

It has some condition issues as there is a lot of crazing and a sharp paper clip crease on the bottom edge, that does NOT break through. All in all, I'm thrilled beyond belief. In something as important as this photo is, content trumps condition every single time!

I never dreamed that I would have been fortunate enough to acquire the four Ruth photos that I have in the last few months. Someone's watching over me...

1948BabeRuth-NatFein.jpg

[mr2686]

Great pick up Jimmy! I have always loved that photo although it brings a lot of sadness with it.

[Scott Garner]

Originally Posted by thekingofclout

Just returned from shopping and found this in the mail... Santa came early for me!

Iconic 1948 TYPE 1 Pulitzer Prize Winning Photograph by Nat Fein - "Babe Bows Out"

It has some condition issues as there is a lot of crazing and a sharp paper clip crease on the bottom edge, that does NOT break through. All in all, I'm thrilled beyond belief. In something as important as this photo is, content trumps condition every single time!

I never dreamed that I would have been fortunate enough to acquire the four Ruth photos that I have in the last few months. Someone's watching over me...

Attachment 50676

Nice Jimmy!! That's Bob Feller's bat that Babe is carrying on to the field. BTW, that bat is on display at the Bob Feller museum in Van Meter, IA if you ever want to visit it....