Amen. Turbow said there were two reasons: Finley had been told the Bay Area already had the Giants and wasnt a two-team market. He was narcissistic, called all the shots, was his own general manager, said Turbow. Is the vulgar anti-Tesla sign on my neighbors truck illegal? So very sorry to hear all of this. Joining an audience at a Distinguished Speaker Series presentation at the Lafayette Library to hear best-selling Oakland sportswriter Jason Turbow introduce his new book about the As, Dynastic, Bombastic, Fantastic, Barry said after the event, Im still an As fan.. (. (, Whatever happened to steve and Shaun Simpson, According to an article online. (, Found out today that Mary Brodel Russom passed away on June 3, 2015 @ 98. (, Sorry you lost your dad, Missy-Jo. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/Oakland Athletics/Getty Images), 3456 x 5184 px (11.52 x 17.28 in) - 300 dpi - 6 MB. (, I've been trying to find him- haven't had any luck- if I do I'll post! (. Get Morning Report and other email newsletters. Appreciate it! Diamond Dallas Page mistakenly comments that Jerry Brisco died. (, Brenda Joyce is alive at age 96 (not in best of health) this according to her daughter Beth Ward (. I've sent you an e-mail. In 1971, Oakland Athletics owner, Charles Finley introduced Debbie Sivyer and Mary Barry, two local teenagers from Oakland's Bishop O'Dowd High School stationed along the Oakland Coliseum foul lines fielding foul balls and, between innings, serving the umpires lemonade and chocolate chip cookies. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. That really cost him.. Billy is a fave of mine and hubby's. All Access Digital offer for just 99 cents! The Athletics defeated the Mariners 4-3. (, Sheriff concludes wrestler Chris Benoit murder-suicide probe, Maybe now Mr. Benoit's and his wife's families can get some closure. (, I checked to see if he got his results he did, and it's not good, Kathy, thanks for checking and posting. I love them too!!! Book details As on-field glory, clubhouse drama, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Chart: Bay Area rainfall totals for this week. A really happy Thanksgiving this year! I've DannyStar Tiger lists a Austin, Texas for this actor. I'm not "trolling" you or your board--I'm just trying to badger "Kevin". Our storms weren't too bad here as compared to further south. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Why's it so FOGGY in here???" Yes, that is her name! Book details As on-field glory, clubhouse drama, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Chart: Bay Area rainfall totals for this week. Turbow, (also author of The Baseball Codes) inconversationwith former sports editor of the San Francisco Chronicle Glenn Schwarz, said Finley was the maelstrom at the teams center. I knew Kurt was having drug issues before leaving WWE. I'm a little late on the wishes, 'S'ok. I googled her image and yep--right one! With crazy stats so unprecedented that opposing teams would have Vida Blue Days to milk the financial rewards of a special promotion when the As came to town a 24-8 record, 1.82 ERA, 301 strikeouts the Cy Young and MVP award-winning pitcher in 71 earned only $14,500. Where we see need, the Fibro Sisters can supply. Were still best friends.. Have you heard from Barbara? (, Grad to report after 7 years I along with some help have located Joan Leslie sisters Mary and Betty and obtained their autographs. Here's what Yahoo Movies has to say. He made me cry in "Little Children." Oakland Athletics ball girl Mary Barry sitting along the foul line at the Oakland Alameda County Coliseum during A's game. (, Actress Jo Aann Sayers aka Miriam Lucille Lilygren Born: 10/22/1918 (, Thanks to Lordhelmut From StarTiger found and posted a contact address!! (. (. Finley offered $50,000 for 72, the highest salary ever for a second-year player, Turbow said. Joining an audience at a Distinguished Speaker Series presentation at the Lafayette Library to hear best-selling Oakland sportswriter Jason Turbow introduce his new book about the As, Dynastic, Bombastic, Fantastic, Barry said after the event, Im still an As fan.. Danny, thanks for posting all this great info. Hi Missy-Jo! Roses - LOL! (. Dear Abby: Why do they imply my husband is a freak? Why was there no geographic loyalty? the man asked. Love ya bunches. jlp- I can't believe it! Gotta hurry to post this, power keeps flicking on and off, even though there's not a cloud in the sky. I'll leave this message here so she can see your apology (, Thanks, Kathy. The teams mule mascot, Charlie O., won fans oddly fervent devotion that Barry still feels, but cant explain. I knew Gerry was having health problems but not Jack. I find it odd they didnt capture the imagination of Northern California. Love you too! and the lovely Betty Jane Rhodes? As Dan Epstein put it inBig Hair and Plastic Grass a fascinating look at baseball and American culture in the 70s, The shop would eventually grow into a worldwide empire, netting the former ball girl a substantially larger payday than any As player ever made under Finley., In Nancy Finleys recently released Finley Ball, she writes that at the end of 1974 the ballgirl plan was eventually scrapped due to complaints from several player wives. (, I used to watch wrestling some when I was little, and would be visiting my papaw. Anyone know the whereabouts of actress Lydia Bruce? (, Found Betty Jane Rhodes and Jo Ann Sayers!! Sisters to Actress Joan Leslie? I've been MIA and missed info. (Manager) Dick Williams hammered fundamentals that made them great.. In 1971, Mary Barry dressed in hot pants and took her position near first base, scooping up foul balls and attention from fans and national media as an Oakland A's ball girl and one of the first . As of 2012 she was alive I contacted her in Florida and she autographed a photo for me. WEH2 Clark Gable's only child/son? Some stories were cut to pare the book down to 140,000 words. (. I'm trying to find out, Danny. I recommend You're welcome! (, friends remember him both in and out of the ring. I've found some of these folks on myspace as well. IMDb says Sandra remarried and moved to Hawaii. Why was there no geographic loyalty? the man asked. Missy-Jo, I'm always in your corner, even when I can't find the energy to drag myself out of mine. Scott Adams faces 'consequence culture' as U.S. newspapers drop Dilbert, Tom Cruise's 'ditching' of Suri showcased by Judd Apatow's 'co-parenting' joke, ex-Scientology exec says. Former wrestler B. Brian Blair ("Killer Bees") arrested . Wow, what a mess. In the 2000s, most traumatic for fans like Barry are undoubtedly the teams lack of postseason winning play and the were-leaving-were-staying, back-and-forth headlines. Shirley Coates is still alive and living in Villa Park Ca. and our Mom's got a big hole in one room, termites have been dining on it forever, Barbara called Peggy!! Mostly, they cherished a cast of quirky, brawling, and high-caliber players like Vida Blue, Catfish Hunter, Rollie Fingers and others. Other costly mistakes involved scapegoating second baseman Mike Anders for a team loss, refusing to comply with contract terms for Catfish Hunter a mess that ultimately set the stage for todays free agency and opening only one ticket booth, resulting in long lines for fans. I love you. I have NO idea why he suddenly came to mind. If they're messing with me, they're leaving somebody else alone. In 72, it was Vida Blues holdout for higher pay. I was scared of Gary but will miss him. It doesn't bother me, David. You're making my birthday better. Of course, it still wasn't enough, so I'm headed back now, but, I'm late in sending Birthday wishes too, but have a great year and a great life- make everyday your special day!! He does a lot of theater work now, which is where he started. He shot out ideas right and left: designated hitter, colorful uniforms but he also pushed for an orange ball. Innovations that stuck included night World Series games and opening the series on a Saturday. Whatever Happened To Former Oakland A's BallgirlMary Barry, Whatever Happened to Former Oakland A's Ballgirl Mary Barry, Pro Wrestlers Dr. Death Steve Williams and Jake The Snake Roberts, Thanks, David. But Vida knew he could get more.. I'm still planning to contact you via past stuff. Feedback: Since no one has been using it for its intended purpose, I am closing the board, at least temporarily. (, I feel for ya. The Athletics defeated the Mariners 4-3. Along with each 1970s championship season, a major off-field drama developed. The standoff went on for six weeks, with dwindling attendance in Blues absence crippling the team. I remembered! All Access Digital offer for just 99 cents! Along with each 1970s championship season, a major off-field drama developed. (. Thanks. Schwarz said that after the negotiations were resolved, Blue was uncharacteristically bitter and would complain about pitching while icing his arm and talking to the media. "If all roads lead to Rome, I know I'm going to Rome" is what Barbara said about the troll. That was the background I used on the obit board when I first set it up. IRS delays tax deadline for Bay Area, but California hasn't followed: What should you do? I'd love to visit them for real someday and take yellow roses for all. I have no idea why he came to mind, out of the blue like that, Gordie and Don are both in their mid 80's and live in their home province of Ontario, Canada and, Thanks for the info, Loretta! (, It's not my board, it's Missy-Jo's, I just help her. (. Missy Jo, you have my prayers and love during this trying time. (. (. Doing my best, let me know if I cross the line. Happy 4th Birthday to Mommy's Sweetie, Eric Owen Lee Black. All I found was a bio on Wiki (inside), that doesn't tell a whole lot. (, Be sure to check out Heroes of World Class and the WWE's WCCW DVDs. I was sure that it was "Kevin". He never moved here from Chicago. (, Makes sense to me. I'm the source of the VE's being here, Jean. Don't worry about it. (, Wrestling Manager Gary Hart has died 03/17/2008 at age 48. She became Mrs. Fields Cookies of the empire cookie chain? said Barry. (, Missy-Jo you are VERY appreciated here! I'm really gonna miss Penny. WEH2 Richard Marx and his wife? Streamline your workflow with our best-in-class digital asset management system. (, Happy 94th Birthday to Erna Dee Dove Smith. Charlotte Stewart played Miss Beadle, and yes, Kathy, thanks for picking up my slack, as usual. Can you e-mail me your snail addy again please? I will miss you. (, Happy Birthday Eric Owen and may everyday be HAPPY!!! My teen "memories" messed that up. (1972 photo by Ron Riesterer) (. During the interview for the job, Finley asked Barry to name her favorite ball player. (, Good grief - I've been here I don't know how many times, and just now saw this message lol I'll e-mail you in a few (, Happy 5th birthday tomorrow to my precious Eric Owen. Spent last night in the ER. I know its painful to talk about but how did you lose him? Her board seems to be down. (Note: We are still technically a for-profit company, so your My thoughts are with his family. Mostly, they cherished a cast of quirky, brawling, and high-caliber players like Vida Blue, Catfish Hunter, Rollie Fingers and others. Found out today that Mary Brodel Russom passed away on June 3, 2015 @ 98. I hadn't heard about this before your posting. Schwarz said that after the negotiations were resolved, Blue was uncharacteristically bitter and would complain about pitching while icing his arm and talking to the media. I was born and raised in Oakland I just know I was part of an era when it was exciting to be paid by Finley, to get free tickets for our families.. Norah Baring, Dorothy Layton,Dorothy Dare,Hazel Hayes,Ann Hovey?? (. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Explain, please. (, So.who is your favorite wrestler of all time? I miss you, Daddy. Mercedes actually IS real?? The sex appeal of the two teens with Sivyer by the Oakland Athletics bullpen and Barry on the first base side caught the eye of fans and other owners. Woo Hoo! Really? When I win the lottery, that's one of the things we'll do. (. I'm sorry to keep "abandoning" you. Boards are the best place to save images and video clips. With all you've gone through, it's understandable. (, Anyone hear how Barbara is doing? Hi again Missy Jo! (, James, Kathy is one of my guardian angels. Love you. Kathy is beautiful inside and out and we could all use a defender like her. Saw this post regarding Scottie - sad to tell you Rest In Peace, Retha Ann Sales Murders. (, I'll be the one going around asking "Now who was supposed to get what? Thanks very much, Kathy. A research firm he hired to study it repeated the message, but he was an iconoclast and ignored the information. Love the 'Birds also. Doesn't give a date or cause-just the year. She's adorable. We are one of the few services online who values our users' privacy, and have never sold your information. With crazy stats so unprecedented that opposing teams would have Vida Blue Days to milk the financial rewards of a special promotion when the As came to town a 24-8 record, 1.82 ERA, 301 strikeouts the Cy Young and MVP award-winning pitcher in 71 earned only $14,500. To write most of the book, Turbow interviewed former players conducting interviews in rental cars, home offices and with Dick Green in sub-zero weather near Mount Rushmore and sports journalists like Schwarz, historians, and Finleys son, Paul Finley. HAPPY BIRTHDAY DUSTIN!!!!! That's the beauty of being a paid member editing! To learn what Missy-Jo, Francesca and I go through, read on! Finley hired then 14-year-old Barry and her best friend, Debbi Sivyer, a fellow Bishop ODowd student to generate publicity. Kevin Von Erich -- Surviving Von Erich brother. Finley hired then 14-year-old Barry and her best friend, Debbi Sivyer, a fellow Bishop ODowd student to generate publicity. 2023 Getty Images. 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