================= To: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com, Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2014 07:31:43 GMT Subject: Re: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] messages during the National From: "cardclctor@aol.com" ================= Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2014 06:50:01 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: OBC TV From: Larry Tipton OBC TV will be live broadcasting tonight (Tuesday) 5-7PM EST as a test, andI would appreciate your feed back. I will be streaming from my youngest sons house (he has a good internet connection unlike me). You will probably see his living room, and maybe once in awhile me chasing after my 10 month old grandson. Let me know if you hear any audio, and I will try to check once in awhile if anyone is watching. ================= Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2014 04:29:26 -0700 To: Larry Tipton , Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC TV From: "glenncodere@yahoo.com" A word of advice, Guru. Remember your pants. ================= Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2014 08:08:35 -0400 To: "glenncodere@yahoo.com" Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC TV From: Doug Perhaps the OBCAC should considering adding that to the rules....you can watch OBC TV in your underwear but you must wear pants to broadcast on it. Sent from my iPad On Jul 1, 2014, at 7:29 AM, "'glenncodere@yahoo.com' glenncodere@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > A word of advice, Guru. Remember your pants. > G > From: Larry Tipton larrytipton@windstream.net [OBC-Ramblings] ; > To: ; > Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC TV > Sent: Tue, Jul 1, 2014 10:50:01 AM > OBC TV will be live broadcasting tonight (Tuesday) 5-7PM EST as a test, and I would appreciate your feed back. I will be streaming from my youngest sons house (he has a good internet connection unlike me). You will probablysee his living room, and maybe once in awhile me chasing after my 10 monthold grandson. Let me know if you hear any audio, and I will try to check once in awhile if anyone is watching. > Guru ================= To: "ChicoD1@aol.com" , "ddejong17@gmail.com" Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2014 08:21:18 -0400 Subject: RE: [OBC-Ramblings] messages during the National From: Taylor Schock Keep in mind though that wifi might cost. I know in Chicago it was something in the $10-$20 per day range (can't remember the exact amount). But my cell phone had service and I ended up leaving the tablet in the room after the first day and just used my phone. If anyone knows or finds out anything regarding wifi/cost, please let us know. I didn't see anything on the CC web site. To: ddejong17@gmail.com; larrytipton@windstream.net CC: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com From: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com Date: Mon, 30 Jun 2014 20:23:02 -0400 Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] messages during the National Don't laugh Doug, I don't think we are that far away from that happening. I bought a Samsung tablet to bring into the show. This way we can see who needs what, as long as the wifi works... Ahh remember when we had to post a note to the Prodigy message boards? In a message dated 6/30/2014 5:44:22 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: I was thinking those attending could wear web cams and stream live feeds to everyone and we could send "buy" messages to you on your google Sent from my iPad On Jun 30, 2014, at 5:34 PM, "Larry Tipton larrytipton@windstream.net [OBC-Ramblings]" What server do we use during the National, to let OBC members (who are not there) know what kinds of things we are up to, and what kind of deals see that they might be interested in? Or breaking OBC News like the Sewer Find of 2012? Do we use Ramblings Or National server? Twice a year I adjust my Yahoo Groups account from "digest" to "single messages" #1 during Christmas to read all the OBC Santa messages. #2 during the National tokeep up with all the activity. I think the BEST way to establish a "REAL TIME" National experience would be via Twitter. Does OBC have a Twitter feed? Or is that just one more thing to manage? I know everyone gets the email messages, I would be afraid we would leave somebody out if we moved to Twitter? ================= Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2014 08:44:45 -0400 To: Taylor Schock Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] messages during the National From: Jleroux If anyone has a iPhone you can make it a personal hotspot and link so that it's John Leroux > On Jul 1, 2014, at 8:21 AM, "Taylor Schock taylor_schock@hotmail.com [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > Keep in mind though that wifi might cost. I know in Chicago it was something in the $10-$20 per day range (can't remember the exact amount). But my cell phone had service and I ended up leaving the tablet in the room after the first day and just used my phone. > If anyone knows or finds out anything regarding wifi/cost, please let us know. I didn't see anything on the CC web site. > Regards, > Taylor > To: ddejong17@gmail.com; larrytipton@windstream.net > CC: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com > From: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com > Date: Mon, 30 Jun 2014 20:23:02 -0400 > Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] messages during the National > Don't laugh Doug, I don't think we are that far away from that happening.I bought a Samsung tablet to bring into the show. This way we can see who needs what, as long as the wifi works... Ahh remember when we had to post anote to the Prodigy message boards? > Sal > In a message dated 6/30/2014 5:44:22 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com > I was thinking those attending could wear web cams and stream live feeds to everyone and we could send "buy" messages to you on your google glasses. > Sent from my iPad > On Jun 30, 2014, at 5:34 PM, "Larry Tipton larrytipton@windstream.net [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > What server do we use during the National, to let OBC members (who are not there) know what kinds of things we are up to, and what kind of deals we see that they might be interested in? Or breaking OBC News like the Sewer Find of 2012? Do we use Ramblings Or National server? > Twice a year I adjust my Yahoo Groups account from "digest" to "single messages" #1 during Christmas to read all the OBC Santa messages. #2 during the National to keep up with all the activity. > I think the BEST way to establish a "REAL TIME" National experience wouldbe via Twitter. Does OBC have a Twitter feed? Or is that just one more thing to manage? I know everyone gets the email messages, I would be afraid wewould leave somebody out if we moved it to Twitter? > Guru ================= Date: 01 Jul 2014 07:10:18 -0700 To: Subject: Re: messages during the National From: directorth@aol.com ================= Date: 01 Jul 2014 07:40:54 -0700 To: Subject: Re: Who needs pages for the '75 minis? From: directorth@aol.com ================= Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2014 19:33:41 -0400 (EDT) To: OBC-National@yahoogroups.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Roster V 14.7 Fill in the Blanks From: ChicoD1@aol.com Things are getting shored up. Envelopes are getting filled. The roster is filling up nicely. We have OBC TV. Here we have the latest edition of the roster. I few more confirmed, which means back to the dupes box to look for some "handshakes" :-). My guess is Ken, Kent and myself will scout out the potential swap room on Tuesday. We may need a second room for Steve's boxes however! I have been crazed updating my want lists. I have finally been digging into my oddball Mets box and maybe I'll attack those bins (I forget who has them) to see if I can fill in some holes. My list (which will be updated) is at my wantlist page (under Mets Oddballs). Look on the left and you can see the link. Every year I seem to come home with less and less cards because I have really moved on some sets and its down to highs or biggies. I have a feeling I will need to make more room in my suitcase this year! Name Cell Phone Hotel Thurs Game Swap Session Days There Sal Domino 516-238-8070 Howard Johnson Cle Airport Yes Yes Tu-Su Anthony Arbeeny 347-680-5243 Family No Yes Fr-Su Brian Betza 717-525-0697 ? No Yes Fr-Su Greg/Wade Conway 812-204-9807 Days Inn Middlebrook Hts Yes No We-Sa Joe Denning Sam's House No Yes Sa-Su Richard Dingman 413-695-1303 Comfort Inn Cle Airport No Yes Tu-Su Bob Donaldson 781-534-2811 Residence Inn Cleveland Yes No Th-Sa Joel Friedman 978-621-2180 Howard Johnson Cle Airport Yes Yes Th-Su Spike Glidden 508-472-9915 Yes Th-Su Kent Goto 618-910-9354 Howard Johnson Cle Airport Yes Yes Tu-Su Tom Housley 937-269-7655 Gary Mandell 773-547-2112 With Family No Yes Th, Sa-Su Peter Mead ? Sa Ken Morganti 339-440-2862 Motel 6 Cleveland Airport Yes Yes M-Su Nick Pelletier 651-247-9116 Days Inn Middlebrook Hts We-Su Ron Perry 989-513-9058 Sam's House Fr-Su Ken Pillion 859-248-4350 Extended Stay Middlebrook Yes Fr-Su Bob Reed 203-494-9440 Family/Sam's House Yes Yes We-Su Mike Rich 248-709-2235 Sam's House Yes We-Su Steve Rittenberg 256-585-4329 Comfort Inn Cle Airport Yes M-M Wes Shepherd 937-367-4724 Days Inn Middlebrook Hts No Yes Th-Sa Taylor Schock 919-423-5190 Cleveland Airport Marriott ? Yes We-Su Mark Talbot 586-306-6033 Sam's House Fr-Su Sam Taylor 330-322-3718 Home No Yes We, Fr-Su Jimi Thayer 740-507-5671 Marriot Courtyard Cle Indep. No No Fr-Sa Larry Tipton 904-318-9372 Cleveland Airport Marriott Yes Yes We-Mo Mac Wubben 240-423-4605 Crown Plaza Cleve Airport Yes Yes We-Su ================= To: ChicoD1@aol.com,OBC-National@yahoogroups.com,OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Tue, 01 Jul 2014 20:13:52 -0400 Subject: =?utf-8?B?UmU6IFtPQkMtUmFtYmxpbmdzXSBSb3N0ZXIgViAxNC43IEZpbGwgaW4gdGhlIEJs?From: "John" Content-Disposition: inline ================= Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2014 00:12:44 -0700 To: OBC Ramblings Subject: OBC House (was: [OBC-NATIONAL] Roster V 14.6 Fill in the Blanks) From: Glenn Codere That would have all the potential elements of a good sitcom. What do you think, Mr Housley? On Wed, 7/2/14, Steve Rittenberg srittenberg@gmail.com [OBC-NATIONAL] Subject: Re: [OBC-NATIONAL] Roster V 14.6 Fill in the Blanks To: OBC-National@yahoogroups.com Date: Wednesday, July 2, 2014, 3:12 AM How do people feel about the idea of some sort of group house for a week? I randomly found one on airbnb.com for $2,000 a week in Chicago. So that is about $300 per day. It has five bedrooms which means 10 OBCers. :-) Maybe I can look into this next year, along with the idea of a group rate at a ================= Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2014 14:27:32 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: OBC TV From: Larry Tipton Thanks for those who stopped in last night during the "OBC TV" test. HD Quality video, NO sound. That's what you get for free:) So it looks like the live video feed from the BBQ and also the Swap session will be video only, no sound. But if you've always wanted to attend, at least you can peek in and see what it's like:) "The Livestream app is a free download, available at the app store for youriPhone or iPad, at google play for your android phone or tablet, and it's also available on ROKU for broadcast through your TV set. Search for Old Baseball Cards to find the channel." ================= Date: 02 Jul 2014 12:08:45 -0700 To: Subject: Re: OBC House (was: [OBC-NATIONAL] Roster V 14.6 Fill in the Blanks) From: directorth@aol.com ================= Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2014 13:16:06 -0700 To: "OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Re: OBC House (was: [OBC-NATIONAL] Roster V 14.6 Fill in the Blanks) From: Glenn Codere I'd watch it!! Glenn's MusicCollection at Rate Your Music Glenn's Sports Collection WantList From: "directorth@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, July 2, 2014 8:08 PM Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Re: OBC House (was: [OBC-NATIONAL] Roster V 14.6 Fill in the Blanks) FOR IMMEDIATE PRESS RELEASE NEW OBC-TV NETWORK COMMISSIONS SITCOM The fledgling OBC-TV Network will premier next summer with the debut of "OBC House", a situation comedy centered on the cardboard obsession of its various residents and their wacky neighbors during the one-week-a-year National Sports Collectors Convention. Attached to the project is an ensemble cast, pulled from the 100+ members of OBC (oldbaseball.com). At any given time, upwards of 30 OBC members will be living in the OBC House, in which they will compete in challenges such as: "Card Pelting" "Name that Tipton Mint" "What's That Moof?" "Bargain Bin Digging" "Wait For the Dealer Badges" "Locate Scotland On A Globe" "Find Big Al" and many more. Winners of the challenges get to choose which hat Ken Morganti will wear to that day's National. Losers must spend an hour with Mr. Mint. Viewers will enjoy watching the OBC House guests devouring pizza and barbecue, searching for well-loved cardboard, discovering variations, and arguingover whose OBC hat is in the worst shape; honorary lifetime winner Mike Rich will judge. The Executive Producer of "OBC House" is whoever happens to lose that days card-flipping ================= Date: Wed, 02 Jul 2014 16:51:58 -0400 To: directorth@aol.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Re: OBC House (was: [OBC-NATIONAL] Roster V From: "wwesmyster2@aol.com" ================= Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2014 00:58:03 -0400 (EDT) To: OBC-National@yahoogroups.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Roster V 14.8 Fill in hte Blanks! From: ChicoD1@aol.com The holes are getting filled and we added 2 more to the list this go around... Getting closer-- Have started my envelopes with just a few more to go. Hopefully, by the time you get 'em, they wont be filled! One shy of 30! This will be our largest turnout ever! Dr. Dave will be the invisible OBCer...somehow he always winds up at the National! Name Cell Phone Hotel Thurs Game Swap Session Days There Sal Domino 516-238-8070 Howard Johnson Cle Airport Yes Yes Tu-Su Anthony Arbeeny 347-680-5243 Family No Yes Fr-Su Brian Betza 717-525-0697 ? No Yes Fr-Su Greg/Wade Conway 812-204-9807 Days Inn Middlebrook Hts Yes No We-Sa John Dahms Th-Fr Joe Denning Sam's House No Yes Sa-Su Richard Dingman 413-695-1303 Comfort Inn Cle Airport No Yes Tu-Su Bob Donaldson 781-534-2811 Residence Inn Cleveland Yes No Th-Sa Joel Friedman 978-621-2180 Howard Johnson Cle Airport Yes Yes Th-Su Larry Gersbach 513-310-0195 No No Th-Fr Spike Glidden 508-472-9915 Yes Th-Su Kent Goto 618-910-9354 Howard Johnson Cle Airport Yes Yes Tu-Su Tom Housley 937-269-7655 Days Inn Middlebrook Hts No Yes Fr-Su Gary Mandell 773-547-2112 With Family No Yes Th, Sa-Su Peter Mead ? Sa Ken Morganti 339-440-2862 Motel 6 Cleveland Airport Yes Yes M-Su Nick Pelletier 651-247-9116 Days Inn Middlebrook Hts We-Su Ron Perry 989-513-9058 Sam's House Fr-Su Ken Pillion 859-248-4350 Extended Stay Middlebrook Yes Fr-Su Bob Reed 203-494-9440 Family/Sam's House Yes Yes We-Su Mike Rich 248-709-2235 Sam's House Yes We-Su Steve Rittenberg 256-585-4329 Comfort Inn Cle Airport Yes M-M Wes Shepherd 937-367-4724 Days Inn Middlebrook Hts No Yes Th-Sa Taylor Schock 919-423-5190 Cleveland Airport Marriott ? Yes We-Su Mark Talbot 586-306-6033 Sam's House Yes Yes Fr-Su Sam Taylor 330-322-3718 Home No Yes We, Fr-Su Jimi Thayer 740-507-5671 Marriot Courtyard Cle Indep. No No Fr-Sa Larry Tipton 904-318-9372 Cleveland Airport Marriott Yes Yes We-Mo Mac Wubben 240-423-4605 Crown Plaza Cleve Airport Yes Yes We-Su ================= Date: Thu, 03 Jul 2014 01:53:51 -0400 To: "ChicoD1@aol.com [OBC-NATIONAL]" , Subject: Re: [OBC-NATIONAL] Roster V 14.7 Fill in the Blanks From: "wwesmyster2@aol.com" ================= To: =?utf-8?B?T0JDIFJhbWJsaW5ncw==?= Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2014 11:31:26 GMT Subject: My heart aches... From: "cardclctor@aol.com" ================= Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2014 08:23:03 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Happy 4th of July! From: Larry Tipton ================= To: Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2014 10:11:13 -0400 Subject: NYC/Yankees advice From: "Bob Donaldson" Headed to NYC with my wife and daughter (11) to visit my step-son July 17-20. Plan to catch the Yankees Friday the 18th vs the Reds. Not been to a Yankees game in the new stadium, or any Yankee games in over 10 years. Couple of questions? Assuming 5 tix. Is stubhub my best bet? Not looking for expensive seats. We are staying on 3rd between 52/53rd and will take the subway to the park. Should we get their early and grab a bite near the park, or will things be too crowded/rowdy. Any recommendations for places to eat near the stadium. How rowdy are the bleachers? Any other suggestions on going to the stadium/local card shops/kid friendly NYC are appreciated. Thanks and Happy 4th! ================= To: cardclctor@aol.com, obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2014 11:14:25 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] My heart aches... [1 Attachment] From: mikesportsfan@aol.com Please provide Mike's e-mail address so those of us that want to send him a message can. He is not on our inactive page. -----Original Message----- From: 'cardclctor@aol.com' cardclctor@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: OBC Ramblings Sent: Thu, Jul 3, 2014 7:31 am Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] My heart aches... [1 Attachment] [Attachment(s) from cardclctor@aol.com included below] Former OBC'er Mike Hair just posted this on his facebook page: "Rest in peace my darling daughter Renee Ann Hair Feb. 22, 1987 - July 2, 2014" Thought some of you should know, Ken M Sent from my MetroPCS 4G Android device ================= Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2014 13:48:17 -0400 To: obc ramblings Subject: Low-grade 1968 Venezuelans on eBay From: Matthew Glidden This Senators lot's not quite a quarter-box find, but might be ideal for team collectors. http://www.ebay.com/itm/1968-Topps-Venezuelan-Washington-Senators-5-Cards-Low-Grade-Cullen-Stroud-/141339045660?pt=US_Baseball&hash=item20e876af1c ================= Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2014 16:01:27 -0400 (EDT) To: obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Mike Hair's daughter - fund From: cardclctor@aol.com As most of you know from my last e-mail, former OBC'er Mike Hair's daughter passed away recently. I'm not sure of the circumstances, as Mike has been away from the group for quite some time. A fund has been set up according to his facebook page for those of you who remember Mike and wish to donate. https://fundly.com/renee-hair-memorial-fund Also, a couple of you asked for contact info on Mike. What I have is old and possibly outdated, but here is what I have: The last e-mail I have for him when he was in the group was _topgolf@aol.com_ (mailto:topgolf@aol.com) . I do have his work info, which I believe is current according to the web page: _mike@aspencreekcycling.com_ (mailto:mike@aspencreekcycling.com) Aspen Creek Cycling 1590 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy Suite 140 Henderson, NV 89012 I don't know if they can provide you any more info than I have... The home address I have/remember for him (from a very old directory, so accuracy is questionable) is: 827 Fuerte Ct. Henderson, NV 89015 Ken M ================= Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2014 17:22:58 -0500 To: "OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Subject: Sheets for coins From: Steve Rittenberg I think last year (or two years ago), Mike Rich set me up with 30 pocket pages that I am now using to store my 1964 and 1971 coin sets. But I don't have enough. I think I am two sheets short. Would anyone have any? I am using 20 pocket sheets instead but those are made for the thick cardboard holders so the loose ones are floating around and falling out. Thanks for any help. Steve Rittenberg ================= Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2014 03:27:14 +0000 (UTC) To: obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Cleveland Lodgings From: talbot1@comcast.net Hello All, I just heard from OBC Friendly dealer Danny Phillips that he has a room booked close to the IX Center that he will not be needing. So if anyone is looking to connect for a cheap room Tues, Weds or Fri night let me know. Ron Perry and I will be using this room on Thursday evening to crash after the Indians Ballgame. Danny needs $30 a night, that might be tough to beat. The hotel is: Travelodge Brook Park / Cleveland Airport 16161 Brookpark Road Brook Park, OH 44142 So like I said if you need a room let me know and I will do my best to coordinate it with Danny - BE WELL!!! REGARDS ---------------------- MARK ================= To: srittenberg@gmail.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2014 08:30:13 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Sheets for coins From: mikesportsfan@aol.com Twas not I who provided the 30 count pages. I have stopped at 20 count andput them in coin holders. Mike Rich -----Original Message----- From: Steve Rittenberg srittenberg@gmail.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: OBC-Ramblings Sent: Fri, Jul 4, 2014 6:23 pm Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Sheets for coins I think last year (or two years ago), Mike Rich set me up with 30 pocket pages that I am now using to store my 1964 and 1971 coin sets. But I don't have enough. I think I am two sheets short. Would anyone have any? I am using 20 pocket sheets instead but those are made for the thick cardboard holders so the loose ones are floating around and falling out. Thanks for any help. Steve Rittenberg ================= To: cardclctor@aol.com, obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2014 08:34:15 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund From: mikesportsfan@aol.com Anyone up for another OBC auction with proceeds going to the memorial fund?Unfortunately, my job requirements would prevent me from coordinating this, but I hope we will consider doing this. Mike Rich -----Original Message----- From: cardclctor@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: obc-ramblings Sent: Fri, Jul 4, 2014 4:01 pm Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund As most of you know from my last e-mail, former OBC'er Mike Hair's daughterpassed away recently. I'm not sure of the circumstances, as Mike has been away from the group for quite some time. A fund has been set up according to his facebook page for those of you who remember Mike and wish to donate. https://fundly.com/renee-hair-memorial-fund Also, a couple of you asked for contact info on Mike. What I have is old and possibly outdated, but here is what I have: The last e-mail I have for him when he was in the group was topgolf@aol.com. I do have his work info, which I believe is current according to the web page: Aspen Creek Cycling 1590 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy Suite 140 Henderson, NV 89012 I don't know if they can provide you any more info than I have... The home address I have/remember for him (from a very old directory, so accuracy is questionable) is: 827 Fuerte Ct. Henderson, NV 89015 Ken M ================= Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2014 09:33:20 -0400 (EDT) To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC Hats Time Is Running Out [1 Attachment] From: LUURSCJG@aol.com Content-Language: en Trying to very funny so hopefully i dont offend. but seeing the model i have now and her do she come with the hat In a message dated 7/5/2014 5:49:00 A.M. Central Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: [_Attachment(s)_ (mip://09845a08/default.html#TopText) from Larry Tipton included below] Time is running out, I will soon set a cut off date probably the end of next week! OBC "Version 3" hats are now available. These are very high quality hats. "NEW ERA 39THIRTY" fitted caps. You will love them! The hats have a bit of a "stretch" to them for a great fit. OBC embroidered in large letters on the front. And on the back, "_oldbaseball.com_ (http://oldbaseball.com/) " embroidered in a small script font Three sizes available: S/M 67/8"-71/4" M/L 71/8"-71/2" L/XL 73/8"-73/4" Cost $20 Shipping: $3.50 ($3 postage plus 50c for a Wal Mart cardboard box) To avoid the shipping charge, I can hand deliver at this years National Convention. I am now taking orders, payment can be sent to me via check or paypal. My paypal account is my email address: _larrytipton@windstream.net_ (mailto:larrytipton@windstream.net) Cost of the hats is what I am being charged, I think for this high quality hat it is a great price. Sent from my iPhone ================= Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2014 08:21:19 -0700 To: "mikesportsfan@aol.com" , Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund From: Geno Wagner Awesome idea! Normally, I would love to head this up=E2=A6especially for a guy like Mike who is one of the more generous guys you'll ever meet. Unfortunately, I'm headed to Atlanta this week to start my simulator classes with Delta for a month, so I won't be able to keep up with a spreadsheet on my phone. Anybody up to the task? I'll donate a lotor two for sure! Take Care, > From: "mikesportsfan@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" >To: cardclctor@aol.com; obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com >Sent: Saturday, July 5, 2014 6:34 AM >Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund >Anyone up for another OBC auction with proceeds going to the memorial fund? Unfortunately, my job requirements would prevent me from coordinating this, but I hope we will consider doing this. >Mike Rich >-----Original Message----- >From: cardclctor@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] >To: obc-ramblings >Sent: Fri, Jul 4, 2014 4:01 pm >Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund >As most of you know from my last e-mail, former OBC'er Mike Hair's daughter passed away recently. I'm not sure of the circumstances, as Mike has been away from the group for quite some time. A fund has been set up according to his facebook page for those of you who remember Mike and wish to donate. >https://fundly.com/renee-hair-memorial-fund >Also, acouple of you asked for contact info on Mike. What I have is old and possibly outdated, but here is what I have: >The last e-mail I have for him when he was in the group was topgolf@aol.com. I do have his work info, which I believe is current according to the web page: >Aspen Creek Cycling >1590 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy Suite 140 >Henderson, NV 89012 >I don't know if they can provide you any more info than I have... >The home address I have/remember for him (from a very old directory, so accuracy is questionable) is: >827 Fuerte Ct. >Henderson, NV 89015 >Ken M ================= Date: 05 Jul 2014 08:29:11 -0700 To: Subject: Re: Cleveland Lodgings From: directorth@aol.com ================= Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2014 11:41:13 -0400 To: OBC Ramblings Subject: Re: Cleveland Lodgings From: "Samuel E. Taylor" Danny Phillips will not be setting up this year at the National. He was planning on being there for a day or so, but no table. His wife has been battling cancer and he has cut back on his shows this year. Sam Taylor Sam Taylor ================= To: obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2014 20:07:28 GMT Subject: Re: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund From: "cardclctor@aol.com" ================= Date: Sat, 05 Jul 2014 14:59:02 -0600 To: "cardclctor@aol.com" , obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund From: illini_grad_90 ================= To: cardclctor@aol.com, obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2014 17:10:13 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund From: mikesportsfan@aol.com Either way works for me. I wonder if some potential lots would be more attractive to OBCers (Tiptonesque, etc.), that we should do in house v other lots better on Ebay. Translation, hybrid donations, where donor states it is better in house or on Ebay May be extra work, but raise the maximum amount.. Mike Rich -----Original Message----- From: 'cardclctor@aol.com' cardclctor@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: obc-ramblings Sent: Sat, Jul 5, 2014 4:07 pm Subject: Re: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund I should have time to devote to this project if there's interest. My question is do we want to do this on eBay and attract outside (and potentially larger) bids or keep it in-house? If we go the eBay route, lots would be sentto me (or handed to me at the National), so I can scan them and write up descriptions. If we make it OBC only, then donations would be kept until theend of the auction and then mailed to the winners directly. The Memorial Fund website will be up for 60 days, so we have some time to put it all together. We could also scout out some dealer donations at the National. Let mehear your thoughts, Ken M Sent from my MetroPCS 4G Android device ------ Original message------ Date: Sat, 7/5/2014 8:34 AM To: cardclctor@aol.com;obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com; Subject:Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund Anyone up for another OBC auction with proceeds going to the memorial fund?Unfortunately, my job requirements would prevent me from coordinating this, but I hope we will consider doing this. Mike Rich -----Original Message----- From: cardclctor@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: obc-ramblings Sent: Fri, Jul 4, 2014 4:01 pm Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund As most of you know from my last e-mail, former OBC'er Mike Hair's daughterpassed away recently. I'm not sure of the circumstances, as Mike has been away from the group for quite some time. A fund has been set up according to his facebook page for those of you who remember Mike and wish to donate. https://fundly.com/renee-hair-memorial-fund Also, a couple of you asked for contact info on Mike. What I have is old and possibly outdated, but here is what I have: The last e-mail I have for him when he was in the group was topgolf@aol.com. I do have his work info, which I believe is current according to the web page: Aspen Creek Cycling 1590 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy Suite 140 Henderson, NV 89012 I don't know if they can provide you any more info than I have... The home address I have/remember for him (from a very old directory, so accuracy is questionable) is: 827 Fuerte Ct. Henderson, NV 89015 Ken M ================= Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2014 21:39:06 -0500 To: "mikesportsfan@aol.com" Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund From: TJ Valacak Gang, I've never sold on eBay. What kind of fees do they charge? Does thatcome into play as we are considering putting lots on there? Sent from my iPhone On Jul 5, 2014, at 4:10 PM, "mikesportsfan@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" > Either way works for me. I wonder if some potential lots would be more attractive to OBCers (Tiptonesque, etc.), that we should do in house v otherlots better on Ebay. Translation, hybrid donations, where donor states itis better in house or on Ebay May be extra work, but raise the maximum amount.. > Mike Rich > -----Original Message----- > From: 'cardclctor@aol.com' cardclctor@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] > To: obc-ramblings > Sent: Sat, Jul 5, 2014 4:07 pm > Subject: Re: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund > I should have time to devote to this project if there's interest. My question is do we want to do this on eBay and attract outside (and potentially larger) bids or keep it in-house? If we go the eBay route, lots would be sent to me (or handed to me at the National), so I can scan them and write updescriptions. If we make it OBC only, then donations would be kept until the end of the auction and then mailed to the winners directly. The MemorialFund website will be up for 60 days, so we have some time to put it all together. We could also scout out some dealer donations at the National. Let me hear your thoughts, > Ken M > Sent from my MetroPCS 4G Android device > ------ Original message------ > From: > Date: Sat, 7/5/2014 8:34 AM > To: cardclctor@aol.com;obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com; > Subject:Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund > Anyone up for another OBC auction with proceeds going to the memorial fund? Unfortunately, my job requirements would prevent me from coordinating this, but I hope we will consider doing this. > Mike Rich > -----Original Message----- > From: cardclctor@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] > To: obc-ramblings > Sent: Fri, Jul 4, 2014 4:01 pm > Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund > As most of you know from my last e-mail, former OBC'er Mike Hair's daughter passed away recently. I'm not sure of the circumstances, as Mike has been away from the group for quite some time. A fund has been set up accordingto his facebook page for those of you who remember Mike and wish to donate. > https://fundly.com/renee-hair-memorial-fund > Also, a couple of you asked for contact info on Mike. What I have is old and possibly outdated, but here is what I have: > The last e-mail I have for him when he was in the group was topgolf@aol.com. I do have his work info, which I believe is current according to the web > mike@aspencreekcycling.com > Aspen Creek Cycling > 1590 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy Suite 140 > Henderson, NV 89012 > (702)893-2453 > I don't know if they can provide you any more info than I have... > The home address I have/remember for him (from a very old directory, so accuracy is questionable) is: > 827 Fuerte Ct. > Henderson, NV 89015 > (702)558-4193 > Ken M ================= Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2014 22:28:19 -0500 To: "OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Subject: Matchbook checklists by team From: Steve Rittenberg Has anyone ever seen 30s Diamond Matchbook checklists by team? I especially want to find the 1934 checklist. Thanks. ================= To: "'TJ Valacak'" , Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2014 21:22:31 -0700 Subject: RE: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund From: "Grant Rainsley" By the time you tally up Evilbay fees and Paypal fees, count on around %15.........I like the idea of keeping it within OBC myself.......... From: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com [mailto:OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of TJ Valacak tvalacak@comcast.net [OBC-Ramblings] Sent: July-05-14 7:39 PM To: mikesportsfan@aol.com Cc: cardclctor@aol.com; obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund Gang, I've never sold on eBay. What kind of fees do they charge? Does thatcome into play as we are considering putting lots on there? Sent from my iPhone On Jul 5, 2014, at 4:10 PM, "mikesportsfan@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" Either way works for me. I wonder if some potential lots would be more attractive to OBCers (Tiptonesque, etc.), that we should do in house v other lots better on Ebay. Translation, hybrid donations, where donor states it is better in house or on Ebay May be extra work, but raise the maximum amount.. Mike Rich -----Original Message----- From: 'cardclctor@aol.com' cardclctor@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: obc-ramblings Sent: Sat, Jul 5, 2014 4:07 pm Subject: Re: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund I should have time to devote to this project if there's interest. My question is do we want to do this on eBay and attract outside (and potentially larger) bids or keep it in-house? If we go the eBay route, lots would be sentto me (or handed to me at the National), so I can scan them and write up descriptions. If we make it OBC only, then donations would be kept until theend of the auction and then mailed to the winners directly. The Memorial Fund website will be up for 60 days, so we have some time to put it all together. We could also scout out some dealer donations at the National. Let mehear your thoughts, Ken M Sent from my MetroPCS 4G Android device ------ Original message------ Date: Sat, 7/5/2014 8:34 AM To: cardclctor@aol.com;obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com; Subject:Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund Anyone up for another OBC auction with proceeds going to the memorial fund?Unfortunately, my job requirements would prevent me from coordinating this, but I hope we will consider doing this. Mike Rich -----Original Message----- From: cardclctor@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: obc-ramblings Sent: Fri, Jul 4, 2014 4:01 pm Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund As most of you know from my last e-mail, former OBC'er Mike Hair's daughterpassed away recently. I'm not sure of the circumstances, as Mike has been away from the group for quite some time. A fund has been set up according to his facebook page for those of you who remember Mike and wish to donate. https://fundly.com/renee-hair-memorial-fund Also, a couple of you asked for contact info on Mike. What I have is old and possibly outdated, but here is what I have: The last e-mail I have for him when he was in the group was topgolf@aol.com. I do have his work info, which I believe is current according to the web page: Aspen Creek Cycling 1590 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy Suite 140 Henderson, NV 89012 I don't know if they can provide you any more info than I have... The home address I have/remember for him (from a very old directory, so accuracy is questionable) is: 827 Fuerte Ct. Henderson, NV 89015 Ken M No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2014.0.4716 / Virus Database: 3986/7804 - Release Date: 07/05/14 ================= To: tvalacak@comcast.net, Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2014 07:07:51 GMT Subject: Re: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund From: "cardclctor@aol.com" ================= Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2014 08:44:55 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: re: OBC Hats From: Larry Tipton Just to clarify hats must be paid for before I will order them. So if you want me to deliver you a hat at the National you must pay for it first. ================= Date: 06 Jul 2014 07:29:52 -0700 To: Subject: On vacation From: bdangelo@aol.com ================= Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2014 10:46:10 -0500 To: "OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Subject: Team ID help requested From: Steve Rittenberg An ebay seller is listing a 1936 Goudey Wide Pen card as a Red Sox. He doesn't show up that way from the checklists I've seen. It's possible he was in a Red Sox photo based on baseball-reference.com but he may have moved on by then. Could someone take a look at the attached photo and let me know your opinion. Team set research is a pain in the neck. ================= To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2014 17:04:57 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Uh oh... From: Joshua Levine So...just letting you all know...it is happening again...I was bored this summer... ================= Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2014 17:57:40 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: re: uh oh From: Larry Tipton need more info Josh......... Sent from my iPhone ================= Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2014 18:38:39 -0400 (EDT) To: Wite3@aol.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Uh oh... From: ChicoD1@aol.com Content-Language: en If you want to start an all time Mets set, I now have a master list :-D In a message dated 7/6/2014 5:05:00 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: So...just letting you all know...it is happening again...I was bored this ================= To: "'Larry Tipton'" , Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2014 15:46:51 -0700 Subject: RE: [OBC-Ramblings] re: uh oh From: "Grant Rainsley" Can't be the Greenies........some other bug has got him. From: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com [mailto:OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Larry Tipton larrytipton@windstream.net [OBC-Ramblings] Sent: July-06-14 2:58 PM To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] re: uh oh need more info Josh......... Sent from my iPhone No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2014.0.4716 / Virus Database: 3986/7807 - Release Date: 07/06/14 ================= To: grains@shaw.ca, larrytipton@windstream.net, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2014 19:56:24 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] re: uh oh From: Joshua Levine envelopes everywhere!!! zipcodes taking over brain....ahhhh!!!!! -----Original Message----- From: 'Grant Rainsley' grains@shaw.ca [OBC-Ramblings] To: 'Larry Tipton' ; OBC-Ramblings Sent: Sun, Jul 6, 2014 3:46 pm Subject: RE: [OBC-Ramblings] re: uh oh Can=E2=99t be the Greenies........some other bug has got him. From: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com [mailto:OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Larry Tipton larrytipton@windstream.net [OBC-Ramblings] Sent: July-06-14 2:58 PM To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] re: uh oh need more info Josh......... Sent from my iPhone No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2014.0.4716 / Virus Database: 3986/7807 - Release Date: 07/06/14 ================= Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2014 21:37:33 -0400 (EDT) To: obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Fwd: [OBC-Ramblings] Renee Hair From: cardclctor@aol.com Apparently Mike still gets the Ramblings emails. He sent me a note today (forwarded below), so his AOL address is still active. According to his Facebook post, arrangements for Renee are as follows: Viewing to be held on Thur. July 10th from 4-7 Services will be held on Fr. July 11th at 10 AM Both will be at Palm Mortuary at 800 S Boulder Hwy (behind Smiths on Boulder and Greenway). If you do attend, please give Mike a hug from me. I'll be on vacation starting Tuesday (actually Stacey will be, but I'm taking the kids while she's away in TX at her own National Rally). I'll start taking donations for the auction. You can either send the cards to me if you want to put them on eBay or simply send a description of what you're donating instead. Then you can mail the card(s) directly to the winner(s) at the end of the auction. Mike told me that the Fundly site charges almost 8% on donations, so maybe we can just Paypal the money to him afterwards - I'm planning on setting the eBay auctions to go right into the OBC general fund anyway, so it'll save a step or two that way as well. We can pay for the in-house auctions to the OBC fund too - I'll just need to keep in touch with our esteemed treasurer to make sure everything gets paid for and sent to the right people. Mike has already promised to send the first two lots (or more depending on how creatively they're auctioned). I'll also be looking in Cleveland for stuff to add. In a rare turn of events (read: first time ever), I've started packing more than 30 minutes before I walk out the door. Can you tell I'm anticipating this trip more than anything? TAYL, Ken M From: topgolf@aol.com To: cardclctor@aol.com Sent: 7/6/2014 5:52:18 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time Subj: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair's daughter - fund Hey Ken, I've heard of the auction you are planning and it really touches my heart. Although I haven't been active in the group I cherish all the memories of the Vegas events. As an update, Renee passed away unexpectedly at our home. Here passing was peaceful and was after spending a great day with my wife. she leaves behind a 7 year old daughter, and that who we want to raise funds for. We have the funeral expenses covered but not much yet for Lily. The only cards from my collection that I have a emotional attachment to are 1961 and 1962. If it would not be too much work for you or those administering the auctions, I would donate the 1965 and 1966 collections to get some funds for Lily. Thanks for thinking of us, it's a tough time when nobody knows what to say, but the kind actions of people like you and the OBC speak louder than any words. let me know your thoughts. We are the OBC and we come in peace. Rest well, ================= Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2014 07:55:19 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Gurus Ramble From: Larry Tipton This message is from Guru, and Guru alone. Not endorsed, encouraged by, norapproved by the OBCAC I wanted to say thanks for electing me to serve on the OBCAC this term. 15-20 years ago I served several sessions as a voting member, and even acted as the non-voting facilitator a few times. I was acting in one of these capacities when the OBCAC was established, and helped develop the original Rules of Conduct and FAQ that we use today. A lot of water under the bridge since One of the things that the OBCAC has discussed a few times since I got elected this term, is that to some (including me) it appears OBC might be =93trending=94 towards being just like all the other on-line trading clubs. =93Here is what I have available. Here is what I will trade for.=94 The OBC new member application points to our FAQ, =93and the intentions andtrading philosophies of OBC.=94 What about my dupes? If you have cards burning a hole in your closet and can't stand the thoughtof checking 50 want lists, just post what you have. Someone will probably be able to use them. Don't be afraid to send them, what goes around usuallycomes around in this group. This may take a while to get use to, but you will. Most of this group sends cards because you need them, no strings attached. You will get plenty of responses, especially for 50's and 60's cards.=94 Now I=92m trying to figure out why I am writing this message? I guess I just want to say that I=92ve been an OBC member for over 23 years, and sent out hundreds (thousands?) of RAOKs. If you were to measure RAOK I've sent, alongside the hundreds (thousands?) of RAOK I have received, I have come out WAY on top. Thank you OBC for making my collection what it is today. RAOK is the trading philosophy of OBC. And like the FAQ states =93don=92t be afraid to send them out.=94 ================= Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2014 05:01:56 -0700 To: Larry Tipton , Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Gurus Ramble From: Glenn Codere Thanks Guru!! A very timely reminder of what OBC is all about and what sets it apart fromother collector groups. Glenn's MusicCollection at Rate Your Music Glenn's Sports Collection WantList From: "Larry Tipton larrytipton@windstream.net [OBC-Ramblings]" To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, July 7, 2014 12:55 PM Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Gurus Ramble This message is from Guru, and Guru alone. Not endorsed, encouraged by, norapproved by the OBCAC I wanted to say thanks for electing me to serve on the OBCAC this term. 15-20 years ago I served several sessions as a voting member, and even acted as the non-voting facilitator a few times. I was acting in one of these capacities when the OBCAC was established, and helped develop the original Rules of Conduct and FAQ that we use today. A lot of water under the bridge since One of the things that the OBCAC has discussed a few times since I got elected this term, is that to some (including me) it appears OBC might be =E2=9Ctrending=E2=9D towards being just like all the other on-line trading =E2=9CHere is what I have available. Here is what I will trade for.=E2=9D The OBC new member application points to our FAQ, =E2=9Cand the intentions and trading philosophies of OBC.=E2=9D What about my dupes? If you have cards burning a hole in your closet and can't stand the thoughtof checking 50 want lists, just post what you have. Someone will probably be able to use them. Don't be afraid to send them, what goes around usuallycomes around in this group. This may take a while to get use to, but you will. Most of this group sends cards because you need them, no strings attached. You will get plenty of responses, especially for 50's and 60's cards.=E2=9D Now I=E2=99m trying to figure out why I am writing this message? I guessI just want to say that I=E2=99ve been an OBC member for over 23 years,and sent out hundreds (thousands?) of RAOKs. If you were to measure RAOK I've sent, alongside the hundreds (thousands?) of RAOK I have received, I have come out WAY on top. Thank you OBC for making my collection what it is today. RAOK is the trading philosophy of OBC. And like the FAQ states =E2=9Cdon=E2=99t be afraid to send them out.=E2=9D ================= Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2014 11:13:22 -0400 (EDT) To: obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Inspirational e-mail From: cardclctor@aol.com Hi gang, For those of you who don't know me (mostly because of what seems like years of inactivity sending out cards and e-mail ramblings), I work overnights at a supermarket. The incredibly mundane task of stocking frozen vegetables and ice cream leaves me with a lot of time on my hands during the day and causes my mind to wander at night. This used to result in a multitude of not so brief messages directed at this server. (Like the one I'm about to embark upon right now.) Funny, but Guru's Ramble this morning beat me to the punch on the theme of this e-mail, which occurred to me last night before I read his e-mail... honest. This group is not like any other 'trading' group out there. The seasoned veterans know what I'm talking about - and even if you've just joined up in the last couple years, if you're reading this, chances are you "get it" as far as the 'trading' philosophy of the group. But it's even more than that. It's not about the cardboard. Cards are only a common link - they are what brings OBC together, but not what binds us together. Sure it's great to know that when you're lamenting about the prices of 1966 Grant Jackson RC's, there's over 30 guys with the same mental illness as you smiling and nodding. And yet there's still more to it than that. Coming soon is your chance to prove (and for most of you re-prove) why this is the greatest bunch of guys on the internet and something I'm proud to say is the best thing I've ever been a part of. We haven't done anything like this as a group in a couple years, but it's projects like this that set us apart from other groups and provide us with some of our most shining First, at the risk of embarrassing Mike (who I now know can read this), let me give you a little background in the form of a couple brief (I promise) stories. Now, our All-Time Directory has hundreds of names in it. Why am I making a fuss about "just another former OBC'er"? There's two stories that make him stand out among a bunch of standouts on that list. First one - another OBC'er is in town on business. He's visiting Mike and realizes he's becoming ill. He becomes noticeably worse, but Mike takes time out of his day to make sure he gets needed medicine and back to the hotel room safely. Secondly - for about ten years, Mike 'hosted' an annual OBC get-together in Vegas. One of the highlights of the trip was a cookout at his house. Mike provided, among a huge spread of food, the most delicious ribs I've ever had the pleasure of tasting. Over the course of that decade, the Vegas gatherings grew from just a handful of people to two or three dozen. Mike never once asked for anything in return for this obviously expensive and undoubtedly time consuming feast (although almost all of us tried to hit his wantlists every time we attended). It was, however, a reflection of the type of person he is - like so many others of you out there reading this. Now I read that Mike's daughter has passed away. Even as a parent, I can only imagine the pain he and his family must be going through. Nobody should have to bury their child - it's just not in the natural order of things. And to know that a seven year-old girl has to go the rest of her life without her Mom makes the story even more tragic. If you couldn't tell by now, I'm a man of many words - but there are none I can use that will provide comfort. I need to do something to help out my friend. Yes, it's true we haven't even spoken in a long time and years longer that we've seen each other, but he's still one of my best friends. He's one of over a hundred 'best friends' that I have in this group. Now I'm asking all of my best friends to come together and help me out by donating and even more so by bidding on cards to raise money to help Lily (Mike's granddaughter) through what stands to be one of the most difficult times in her life. A couple of you have already stepped up to the plate by providing me with a list of cards to auction off. Let's make this another crowning moment in OBC history by showing exactly why this isn't just another trading group. If you've read this far, THANK YOU! TAYL, Ken M :::dramatically slams keyboard on the ground and leaves the room::: ================= To: larrytipton@windstream.net, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2014 11:38:18 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Gurus Ramble---Joshua has no saliva left From: Joshua Levine In that spirit...I have put together my annual mass mailing...I tend to buylots of stuff throughout the year trying to get that one needed Phillie orjust super bargains I cannot pass up...then in the summer I go through thedirectory and send stuff out. So...114 packages hit the mail today (115 ifyou count the check I am sending Mark Macrae!). If you do not get something from me, either your wantlist is not on the site (I ran into this a few times where people's links did not link to a wantlist) or I just plain did not have something for you (Damn Geno, I tried!!)... Happy summer and enjoy the cardboard...no return fire necessary but it is always -----Original Message----- From: Larry Tipton larrytipton@windstream.net [OBC-Ramblings] To: OBC-Ramblings Sent: Mon, Jul 7, 2014 4:55 am Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Gurus Ramble This message is from Guru, and Guru alone. Not endorsed, encouraged by, norapproved by the OBCAC I wanted to say thanks for electing me to serve on the OBCAC this term. 15-20 years ago I served several sessions as a voting member, and even acted as the non-voting facilitator a few times. I was acting in one of these capacities when the OBCAC was established, and helped develop the original Rules of Conduct and FAQ that we use today. A lot of water under the bridge since One of the things that the OBCAC has discussed a few times since I got elected this term, is that to some (including me) it appears OBC might be =E2=9Ctrending=E2=9D towards being just like all the other on-line trading =E2=9CHere is what I have available. Here is what I will trade for.=E2=9D The OBC new member application points to our FAQ, =E2=9Cand the intentions and trading philosophies of OBC.=E2=9D What about my dupes? If you have cards burning a hole in your closet and can't stand the thoughtof checking 50 want lists, just post what you have. Someone will probably be able to use them. Don't be afraid to send them, what goes around usuallycomes around in this group. This may take a while to get use to, but you will. Most of this group sends cards because you need them, no strings attached. You will get plenty of responses, especially for 50's and 60's cards.=E2=9D Now I=E2=99m trying to figure out why I am writing this message? I guessI just want to say that I=E2=99ve been an OBC member for over 23 years,and sent out hundreds (thousands?) of RAOKs. If you were to measure RAOK I've sent, alongside the hundreds (thousands?) of RAOK I have received, I have come out WAY on top. Thank you OBC for making my collection what it is today. RAOK is the trading philosophy of OBC. And like the FAQ states =E2=9Cdon=E2=99t be afraid to send them out.=E2=9D ================= Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2014 12:00:13 -0400 To: OBC Ramblings , Subject: Coin waiver wire in honor of Guru From: Jake Elwell Guru made an excellent point this morning and I'm guilty as charged. So in the spirit of making amends, here is a revision of my "flipping the coins" email last week. These are the coins (+ a FB Coke cap) I have left from my flea market score and they're up for grabs for anyone who can use 'em: 1963 Salada: 2 1964 Topps: 25, 50, 57, 64, 69, 81, 89, 121, 123, 123, 145, 147, 153 1965 Old London: Pete Ward, Chicago White Sox (x2) 1966 Coke Cap FOOTBALL All Stars: C42 Charlie Taylor (Washington Redskins) Cheers to all, Jake Elwell ================= Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2014 20:45:28 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: guilty - 1964 waiver wire From: Rob Bessette As a newer member I realized I was guilty of some of the actions mentioned in Guru=92s email. Frankly, I feel a little embarrassed. Ever since joining OBC I have had nothing but great interactions. I=92ve also learned a ton. In order to make amends I=92m going to offer up some 1964 Topps cards. Claim away! Please include your address. 1964 TOPPS 16, 18, 24, 31, 45, 52, 54, 56, 61, 66, 68, 90, 92, 96, 121, 131, 133, 142,149, 152, 156, 163, 168, 170, 171, 178, 186, 192, 211, 217, 252, 256, 261,264, 271, 282, 298 ================= Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2014 17:58:34 -0700 To: Ramblings OBC Subject: Waiver Wire 1964 Giants From: Stamper I'll keep with the '64 theme. I have some 1964 Giants up for grabs. 4, 5, 6, 14, 27, 32, 33, 38, 43 No SP's or stars. Claim away and please include address. John Stamper ================= To: "OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2014 21:28:01 -0400 Subject: RE: [OBC-Ramblings] guilty - 1964 waiver wire From: Taylor Schock Guilty here as well, I'm sure. So..... In keeping with the spirit, and the theme, the following are available: 1964 Topps - 19 24 36 43 58 68 74 118 121 124 163 170 193 196 241 273 276 302 316 341 356 381 426 Conditions vary from TIpton mint to VG. Please include mailing address. > To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com > From: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com > Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2014 20:45:28 -0400 > Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] guilty - 1964 waiver wire > As a newer member I realized I was guilty of some of the actions mentioned in Guru=92s email. Frankly, I feel a little embarrassed. Ever since joining OBC I have had nothing but great interactions. I=92ve also learned a ton. In order to make amends I=92m going to offer up some 1964 Topps cards. Claim away! Please include your address. > Rob > 1964 TOPPS > 16, 18, 24, 31, 45, 52, 54, 56, 61, 66, 68, 90, 92, 96, 121, 131, 133, 142, 149, 152, 156, 163, 168, 170, 171, 178, 186, 192, 211, 217, 252, 256, 261, 264, 271, 282, 298 > ------------------------------------ > ------------------------------------ > OBC is governed by Rules of Conduct approved by the OBC Advisory Committee. The Rules of Conduct are available from a link on the home page or directly at www.oldbaseball.com/obcroc.html > ------------------------------------ > Yahoo Groups Links ================= Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2014 18:57:40 -0700 To: OBC Ramblings Subject: Fw: Anyone need W512s? From: Patrick Prickett I still have MANY Mary Philbins to be claimed ... no one wants these??? On Friday, June 6, 2014 7:18 AM, Patrick Prickett I picked up a large lot of W512 ... no baseball, but all other types. Does anyone collect these? If so, let me know and I'll see if I can't hit your lists. And if you need Mary Philbin - I think I onkly have 12! So that will have to be first come first served! ;-) ================= Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2014 02:10:44 +0000 (UTC) To: Patrick Prickett Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Fw: Anyone need W512s? From: talbot1@comcast.net Hello Patrick, I have an interest in the W-512 set as I just got done identifying some that I had and added them to my multi-sport list. I also have interest in the subsequent W-513 set that included numbers 60 - 100. Here is my list for those sets (it is a have list): 1926 W-512 (wanted in any condition ). I have Irene Rich #11, Thomas Meigham #29, R.L. Maugham #32, Helen Wills #33, Jack Wardle #34, W.T. Tilden #36, Johnny Dundee #43, Mickey Walker #45, George Carpentier #47, Charley Ledoux #50, William Brock #55, Lloyd Bertaud#57, Leslie Hamilton #59 and Charles A. Levine - Aviator ???. 1928 W-513 (wanted in any condition ). I have Jack Sharkey #87, Tom Heeney #89, Charlie Rosenberg #99. So it looks like Mary Philbins can get a place of honor in my collection along with other pieces of 90+ year old cardboard. I do have an extra CharleyLedoux #50 if you should need it, if not it goes in the Mike Rich pile. Sorry for not getting to you sooner on this - BE WELL!!! REGARDS -------------------------- MARK ----- Original Message ----- From: "Patrick Prickett patrick_prickett@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings]" To: "OBC Ramblings" Sent: Monday, July 7, 2014 9:57:40 PM Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Fw: Anyone need W512s? I still have MANY Mary Philbins to be claimed ... no one wants these??? On Friday, June 6, 2014 7:18 AM, Patrick Prickett I picked up a large lot of W512 ... no baseball, but all other types. Does anyone collect these? If so, let me know and I'll see if I can't hit your lists. And if you need Mary Philbin - I think I onkly have 12! So that will have to be first come first served! ;-) ================= To: talbot1@comcast.net, patrick_prickett@yahoo.com Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2014 22:23:05 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Fw: Anyone need W512s? From: mikesportsfan@aol.com It will need to go into someone else's stack as I already have #50 Ledoux!They are on my multi-sport list, but I was not aware they were W-512s. I need to update those lists. Mike Rich -----Original Message----- From: talbot1@comcast.net [OBC-Ramblings] To: Patrick Prickett Cc: OBC Ramblings Sent: Mon, Jul 7, 2014 10:10 pm Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Fw: Anyone need W512s? Hello Patrick, I have an interest in the W-512 set as I just got done identifying some that I had and added them to my multi-sport list. I also have interest in the subsequent W-513 set that included numbers 60 - 100. Here is my listfor those sets (it is a have list): 1926 W-512 (wanted in any condition). I have Irene Rich #11, Thomas Meigham #29, R.L. Maugham #32, Helen Wills #33, Jack Wardle #34, W.T. Tilden #36, Johnny Dundee #43, Mickey Walker #45, George Carpentier #47, Charley Ledoux #50, William Brock #55, Lloyd Bertaud#57, Leslie Hamilton #59 and Charles A. Levine - Aviator ???. 1928 W-513 (wanted in any condition). I have Jack Sharke y #87, Tom Heeney #89, Charlie Rosenberg #99. So it looks like Mary Philbins can get a place of honor in my collection along with other pieces of 90+ year old cardboard. I do have an extra Charley Ledoux #50 if you should need it, if not it goes in the Mike Rich pile. Sorry for not getting to you sooner on this - BE WELL!!! REGARDS -------------------------- MARK From: "Patrick Prickett patrick_prickett@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings]" To: "OBC Ramblings" Sent: Monday, July 7, 2014 9:57:40 PM Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Fw: Anyone need W512s? I still have MANY Mary Philbins to be claimed ... no one wants these??? On Friday, June 6, 2014 7:18 AM, Patrick Prickett I picked up a large lot of W512 ... no baseball, but all other types. Does anyone collect these? If so, let me know and I'll see if I can't hit your lists. And if you need Mary Philbin - I think I onkly have 12! So that will have to be first come first served! ;-) ================= Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2014 02:51:53 +0000 (UTC) To: mikesportsfan@aol.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Sheets for coins From: talbot1@comcast.net If anyone finds 30 count pages I'd love to get some - the Armour coins looknice in them. REGARDS ------------------------ MARK ----- Original Message ----- From: "mikesportsfan@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" To: srittenberg@gmail.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, July 5, 2014 8:30:13 AM Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Sheets for coins Twas not I who provided the 30 count pages. I have stopped at 20 count and put them in coin holders. Mike Rich -----Original Message----- From: Steve Rittenberg srittenberg@gmail.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: OBC-Ramblings Sent: Fri, Jul 4, 2014 6:23 pm Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Sheets for coins I think last year (or two years ago), Mike Rich set me up with 30 pocket pages that I am now using to store my 1964 and 1971 coin sets. But I don't have enough. I think I am two sheets short. Would anyone have any? I am using 20 pocket sheets instead but those are made for the thick cardboard holders so the loose ones are floating around and falling out. Thanks for any help. Steve Rittenberg ================= Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2014 22:54:04 -0400 (EDT) To: talbot1@comcast.net, mikesportsfan@aol.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Sheets for coins From: smartalecx@aol.com Content-Language: en i am confused for a change. for the 64 topps coins, will the 20 pocket sheets hold the coins securely, but they need to be in the square cardboard holders? for the 30 pocket sheets, will they only fit without the cardboard, and do they stay secure that way? In a message dated 7/7/2014 9:51:57 P.M. Central Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: If anyone finds 30 count pages I'd love to get some - the Armour coins look nice in them. REGARDS ------------------------ MARK From: "mikesportsfan@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" To: srittenberg@gmail.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, July 5, 2014 8:30:13 AM Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Sheets for coins Twas not I who provided the 30 count pages. I have stopped at 20 count and put them in coin holders. Mike Rich -----Original Message----- From: Steve Rittenberg srittenberg@gmail.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: OBC-Ramblings Sent: Fri, Jul 4, 2014 6:23 pm Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Sheets for coins I think last year (or two years ago), Mike Rich set me up with 30 pocket pages that I am now using to store my 1964 and 1971 coin sets. But I don't have enough. I think I am two sheets short. Would anyone have any? I am using 20 pocket sheets instead but those are made for the thick cardboard holders so the loose ones are floating around and falling out. Thanks for any help. Steve Rittenberg Gary Mandell 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 Chicago, IL 60613-5518 _http://gmcards.homestead.com/mywebpage.html_ (http://gmcards.homestead.com/) Member: OCT, OBC, DT, TB ================= Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2014 03:52:26 +0000 (UTC) To: Smartalecx@aol.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Sheets for coins From: talbot1@comcast.net The sheets I have are the "older" ones with thicker plastic than the newer ones and the coins are held quite snugly. I choose to display my Topps coins in the cardboard holders and 20 count sheets but I do like the way the plastic Armour coins look in the 30 count sheets. BE WELL!!! REGARDS ------------------------ MARK ----- Original Message ----- From: Smartalecx@aol.com To: talbot1@comcast.net, mikesportsfan@aol.com Cc: srittenberg@gmail.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, July 7, 2014 10:54:04 PM Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Sheets for coins i am confused for a change. for the 64 topps coins, will the 20 pocket sheets hold the coins securely, but they need to be in the square cardboard holders? for the 30 pocket sheets, will they only fit without the cardboard, and do they stay secure that way? In a message dated 7/7/2014 9:51:57 P.M. Central Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com If anyone finds 30 count pages I'd love to get some - the Armour coins looknice in them. REGARDS ------------------------ MARK ----- Original Message ----- From: "mikesportsfan@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" To: srittenberg@gmail.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, July 5, 2014 8:30:13 AM Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Sheets for coins Twas not I who provided the 30 count pages. I have stopped at 20 count and put them in coin holders. Mike Rich -----Original Message----- From: Steve Rittenberg srittenberg@gmail.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: OBC-Ramblings Sent: Fri, Jul 4, 2014 6:23 pm Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Sheets for coins I think last year (or two years ago), Mike Rich set me up with 30 pocket pages that I am now using to store my 1964 and 1971 coin sets. But I don't have enough. I think I am two sheets short. Would anyone have any? I am using 20 pocket sheets instead but those are made for the thick cardboard holders so the loose ones are floating around and falling out. Thanks for any help. Steve Rittenberg Gary Mandell 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 Chicago, IL 60613-5518 http://gmcards.homestead.com/mywebpage.html Member: OCT, OBC, DT, TB ================= Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2014 01:09:26 -0400 (EDT) To: Wite3@aol.com, larrytipton@windstream.net, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Gurus Ramble---Joshua has no saliva left From: ChicoD1@aol.com Content-Language: en I think Josh just paid for a mailman's salary for a year... :-D In a message dated 7/7/2014 11:38:23 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: In that spirit...I have put together my annual mass mailing...I tend to buy lots of stuff throughout the year trying to get that one needed Phillie or just super bargains I cannot pass up...then in the summer I go through the directory and send stuff out. So...114 packages hit the mail today (115 if you count the check I am sending Mark Macrae!). If you do not get something from me, either your wantlist is not on the site (I ran into this a few times where people's links did not link to a wantlist) or I just plain did not have something for you (Damn Geno, I tried!!)... Happy summer and enjoy the cardboard...no return fire necessary but it is always appreciated. -----Original Message----- From: Larry Tipton larrytipton@windstream.net [OBC-Ramblings] To: OBC-Ramblings Sent: Mon, Jul 7, 2014 4:55 am Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Gurus Ramble This message is from Guru, and Guru alone. Not endorsed, encouraged by, nor approved by the OBCAC I wanted to say thanks for electing me to serve on the OBCAC this term. 15-20 years ago I served several sessions as a voting member, and even acted as the non-voting facilitator a few times. I was acting in one of these capacities when the OBCAC was established, and helped develop the original Rules of Conduct and FAQ that we use today. A lot of water under the bridge since then:) One of the things that the OBCAC has discussed a few times since I got elected this term, is that to some (including me) it appears OBC might be =E2=9C trending=E2=9D towards being just like all the other on-line trading clubs. =E2=9CHere is what I have available. Here is what I will trade for.=E2=9D The OBC new member application points to our FAQ, =E2=9Cand the intentions trading philosophies of OBC.=E2=9D What about my dupes? If you have cards burning a hole in your closet and can't stand the thought of checking 50 want lists, just post what you have. Someone will probably be able to use them. Don't be afraid to send them, what goes around usually comes around in this group. This may take a while to get use to, but will. Most of this group sends cards because you need them, no strings attached. You will get plenty of responses, especially for 50's and 60's cards.=E2=9D Now I=E2=99m trying to figure out why I am writing this message? I guess I just want to say that I=E2=99ve been an OBC member for over 23 years, and sent hundreds (thousands?) of RAOKs. If you were to measure RAOK I've sent, alongside the hundreds (thousands?) of RAOK I have received, I have come out on top. Thank you OBC for making my collection what it is today. RAOK is the trading philosophy of OBC. And like the FAQ states =E2=9Cdon=E2=99t afraid to send them out.=E2=9D ================= Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2014 01:20:46 -0400 (EDT) To: smartalecx@aol.com, talbot1@comcast.net, mikesportsfan@aol.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Sheets for coins From: ChicoD1@aol.com Content-Language: en Exactly that. My 71's are in 30 pocket. I have the 64s in 20 pocket in coin flips (those cardboard things. Eventually I'm sure I'll get all the coins in 20 pocket. In a message dated 7/7/2014 10:54:07 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: i am confused for a change. for the 64 topps coins, will the 20 pocket sheets hold the coins securely, but they need to be in the square cardboard holders? for the 30 pocket sheets, will they only fit without the cardboard, and do they stay secure that way? In a message dated 7/7/2014 9:51:57 P.M. Central Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: If anyone finds 30 count pages I'd love to get some - the Armour coins look nice in them. REGARDS ------------------------ MARK From: "mikesportsfan@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" To: srittenberg@gmail.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, July 5, 2014 8:30:13 AM Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Sheets for coins Twas not I who provided the 30 count pages. I have stopped at 20 count and put them in coin holders. Mike Rich -----Original Message----- From: Steve Rittenberg srittenberg@gmail.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: OBC-Ramblings Sent: Fri, Jul 4, 2014 6:23 pm Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Sheets for coins I think last year (or two years ago), Mike Rich set me up with 30 pocket pages that I am now using to store my 1964 and 1971 coin sets. But I don't have enough. I think I am two sheets short. Would anyone have any? I am using 20 pocket sheets instead but those are made for the thick cardboard holders so the loose ones are floating around and falling out. Thanks for any help. Steve Rittenberg Gary Mandell 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 Chicago, IL 60613-5518 _http://gmcards.homestead.com/mywebpage.html_ (http://gmcards.homestead.com/) Member: OCT, OBC, DT, TB ================= Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2014 06:27:05 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: OBC Hats DEADLINE From: Larry Tipton All hats must be ordered and paid for by this Sunday July 13th. So far 12 members have paid for a new hat, 6 members have said they want one but have not paid me yet. Three sizes available: S/M 67/8"-71/4" M/L 71/8"-71/2" L/XL 73/8"-73/4" Cost $20 Shipping: $3.50 ($3 postage plus 50c for a Wal Mart cardboard box) To avoid the shipping charge, I can hand deliver at this years National Convention. I am now taking orders, payment can be sent to me via check or paypal. My paypal account is my email address larrytipton@windstream.net ================= Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2014 10:52:33 -0500 To: Ramblings Subject: =?utf-8?Q?=E2=9C=94_1934_Goudey_62_Henry_Greenberg_Detroit_Tiger?From: Steve Rittenberg In the name of everything holy (and hole-y, water stained, burnt, and full of moof), I hearby stake a claim to the card listed below in the amount of $10. I'm probably overpaying. http://m.ebay.com/itm?itemId360982790685 Steve Rittenberg Sent from my iPhone ================= Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2014 17:52:11 -0400 To: OBC Ramblings Subject: For Sale Wire From: BBC Trading Hey All, I have a few items below that are for sale. Each item is the same price. Shipping: Free Price per item: Your Address I hope you find these affordable. :-) 1. I recently picked up some 1977 Topps Cloth Sticker wrappers to go with my set. There are three different ones with a different offer on each (t-shirt, card storage locker or team checklists). I have two extras, a storagelocker offer and a checklists offer. If you want one to go with your set just let me know and I'll get one out to you. 2. 1949 MP&Co #115 Eddie Joost 3. 1965 Topps Embossed #54 Jim King 4. 1954 Bowman # 24, 111 5. 1954 Topps # 107, 138, 246 I hope these can all find new homes. Thanks a lot for looking guys!! Best regards to all, Andy Huntoon OBC RULES!!! Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2014 07:52:26 -0400 To: OBC Ramblings Subject: Re: For Sale Wire From: BBC Trading Well that was quick. The MP&Co and the wrappers have been claimed. Thanks a lot everyone. Best regards. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 8, 2014, at 5:52 PM, BBC Trading wrote: > Hey All, > I have a few items below that are for sale. Each item is the same price. > Shipping: Free > Price per item: Your Address > I hope you find these affordable. :-) > 1. I recently picked up some 1977 Topps Cloth Sticker wrappers to go withmy set. There are three different ones with a different offer on each (t-shirt, card storage locker or team checklists). I have two extras, a storage locker offer and a checklists offer. If you want one to go with your set just let me know and I'll get one out to you. > 2. 1949 MP&Co #115 Eddie Joost > 3. 1965 Topps Embossed #54 Jim King > 4. 1954 Bowman # 24, 111 > 5. 1954 Topps # 107, 138, 246 > I hope these can all find new homes. Thanks a lot for looking guys!! > Best regards to all, > Andy Huntoon > OBC RULES!!! > Sent from my iPad ================= To: Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2014 10:19:48 -0700 Subject: 1961 Topps Variations..... From: "Grant Rainsley" If you have been bitten by this bug, please point me at your wantlist, I just picked up some dupes, checklists in particular. Happy to take a look for you........ ================= To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com, card-variations@yahoogroups.com Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 02:40:42 -0400 Subject: 1989 Variation? From: ChicoD1@aol.com Not sure on these newer ones. Was sorting out my oddball Mets and came across 1989 Donruss Grand Slammers. Card #8 Keith Hernandez has a border that is purple along the top and bottom on one and another that is orange/yellow. Did Donruss do the colors randomly or did I find something I wasn't supposed to? Not sure if this will get to the variations server, so can someone please pass this along. Thanks... ================= Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 06:48:28 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: re:1989 Donruss Grand Slammers From: Larry Tipton I'm speechless right now ================= To: "Larry Tipton" , Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 09:16:49 -0400 Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] re:1989 Donruss Grand Slammers From: "Supreme Commander" get a brown paper lunch bag and breath into it. ----- Original Message ----- From: Larry Tipton larrytipton@windstream.net [OBC-Ramblings] To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2014 6:48 AM Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] re:1989 Donruss Grand Slammers I'm speechless right now ================= Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 09:27:25 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: OBC Folklore From: Larry Tipton There is rumored to be a UV server that OBC members can subscribe to. I have no knowledge of said server, does it even exist? Question #1 Does the UV server even exist? Question #2 Where does it reside? Who manages it? Question #3 How would someone sign up for it? Please post replies here. ================= Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 06:35:05 -0700 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore From: Glenn Codere You may need these. http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=lp_2474937011_nr_n_2?rh=n%3A1036592%2Cn%3A%211036682%2Cn%3A1040658%2Cn%3A2474937011%2Cn%3A7072330011&bbn=2474937011&ie=UTF8&qid=1404999179&rnid=2474937011 On Thu, 7/10/14, Larry Tipton larrytipton@windstream.net [OBC-Ramblings] wrote: Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Thursday, July 10, 2014, 2:27 PM There is rumored to be a UV server that OBC members can subscribe to. I have no knowledge of said server, does it even exist? Question #1 Does the UV server even exist? Question #2 Where does it reside? Who manages it? Question #3 How would someone sign up for it? Please post replies here. ================= To: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com, Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 13:39:55 GMT Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] re:1989 Donruss Grand Slammers From: "cardclctor@aol.com" ================= To: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com, Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 13:56:01 GMT Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore From: "cardclctor@aol.com" ================= Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 10:16:52 -0400 To: "cardclctor@aol.com" , Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore From: Don Rice Still doesn't help Ken! I went to Yahoo Groups, searched and poked around, and could find no reference or links to any kind of OBC uv server (kind of like when Dean Wormer puts the rowdy Delta Tau Chi fraternity on a "/double secret probation/!"). Maybe it's time we re-invent the wheel and create a new, improved, widely publicized and easily available uv-server for OBC members who choose to dip their toes in those waters. On 7/10/2014 9:56 AM, 'cardclctor@aol.com' cardclctor@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] wrote: > Yes Guru, > There IS a UV list. It resides in a secret location very close to the > Ramblings, Thanks and Wantlist servers you'd normally use, so I'll > give Sal the benefit of a doubt that he clicked the Ramblings server > by accident in his address book. (Go with my lead on this one Sal.) > The server is owned by Carlos Alcazar, but I have a friend who is the > only other moderator for the list. IF anyone wanted to join said list, > they could go directly through the yahoogroups web page (which > generates an email to my friend, who can then add them to the list). > I'm not sure of the exact URL, but I'll have my friend send you a link > if you want. You can also contact me and I'll ad... I mean, I'll let > my friend know to add you. Hope this helps, > Ken M > Sent from my MetroPCS 4G Android device > ------ Original message------ > *From: *Larry Tipton larrytipton@win... > *Date: *Thu, 7/10/2014 9:27 AM > *To: *OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com; > *Subject:*[OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore > There is rumored to be a UV server that OBC members can subscribe to. I have no knowledge of said server, does it even exist? > Question #1 Does the UV server even exist? > Question #2 Where does it reside? Who manages it? > Question #3 How would someone sign up for it? > Please post replies here. > Guru > ------------------------------------ > Posted by: Larry Tipton > ------------------------------------ ================= Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 10:49:03 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: re: folklore From: Larry Tipton I "browsed groups" at the yahoo groups and nothing came up like a UV serverfor OBC. So yes please send me the link to subscribe to the UV server. ================= To: larrytipton@windstream.net, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 11:00:44 -0400 Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] re: folklore From: cardclctor@aol.com I guess the group is restricted (unsearchable) to deter non-OBC'ers from trying to join. I also learned that Mark Talbot is a moderator along with Carlos and my friend. You can try subscribing to the list by sending an e-mail to _uvlist-subscribe@yahoogroups.com_ (mailto:uvlist-subscribe@yahoogroups.com) (I, I mean my friend just sent one and got an immediate response that he was already a member) Guru and Don Rice should already have invitations in their inboxes. Anyone else? Your names could possibly remain anonymous, but don't count on it. Ken M In a message dated 7/10/2014 10:49:08 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: I "browsed groups" at the yahoo groups and nothing came up like a UV server for OBC. So yes please send me the link to subscribe to the UV server. Posted by: Larry Tipton OBC is governed by Rules of Conduct approved by the OBC Advisory Committee. The Rules of Conduct are available from a link on the home page or directly at www.oldbaseball.com/obcroc.html Yahoo Groups Links ================= Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 11:06:41 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: re:folklore From: Larry Tipton Thanks Ken. I don't plan on subscribing to the UV server, it's a research project of sorts. Thanks again! ================= Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 08:54:27 -0500 To: Larry Tipton Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore From: MarkZ Yep we sure need someone to make sure there are no discussions of 75 topps minis on the uv server.. Just kidding, of course Mark Zentkovich Sent from mark z ipod On Jul 10, 2014, at 8:27 AM, "Larry Tipton larrytipton@windstream.net [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > There is rumored to be a UV server that OBC members can subscribe to. I have no knowledge of said server, does it even exist? > Question #1 Does the UV server even exist? > Question #2 Where does it reside? Who manages it? > Question #3 How would someone sign up for it? > Please post replies here. > Guru ================= Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 17:01:01 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: OBC Folklore From: Larry Tipton Mark: I am really not concerned about what is posted on the UV server. I amconcerned about what gets posted on the OBC Ramblings and Thanks servers. Like the message you posted to the Ramblings server on June 29th: "Jabbar-bucks and Maravich-hawks cover Just looking for a few vintage baseball for the dupes box in trade. Thanks, mark zentkovich" ================= To: Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 18:08:22 -0500 Subject: Need help identifying some player images From: "George Vrechek" I bought these drawings which no one seems to know who they represent. I'm not sure the photo I post will wind up on the server, but I'm giving it a try. The drawings are by the same artist, Marshall Merrell, who drew images of Milwaukee Braves from 1953 to 1955. I can't even tell if these two guys are Cubs, Reds, Indians, or White Sox. My guesses include Jim Greengrass and Frankie Baumholtz. I've never seen these and believe they are original drawings by Merrell for an early 1950s issue that never went anywhere. Anyone else have any guesses? George Vrechek ================= Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 16:23:05 -0700 To: OBC-Ramblings Subject: 1970 KELLOGGS MLB LOGO LITHOFUSION IRON ON TRANSFER LOT (10) YANKEES CARDINALS From: Rick I was bidding on a few other items from this seller and ended up buying these too. He advertises these as 70 Kellogg's anyone know if that's true or are they something else I couldn't find them In a book. View item: 1970 KELLOGGS MLB LOGO LITHOFUSION IRON ON TRANSFER LOT (10) YANKEES CARDINALS End time: Jul 6, 2014, 7:41:27 PM PDT Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 17:14:18 -0700 To: OBC-Ramblings Subject: Little find From: Rick This I going to sound like a uv ramble but I promise it will end with a vintage twist. My brother lives in Kansas now but was here cleaning out his storage unit and brought over two 5000 count boxes of late 80's early 90's stuff and said go thru them to see if there was anything I needed. So the past few days I have been going thru them hitting several sets I have on my list when I came a crossed a 66 topps and I said that looks like a high number. Flipped it over and sure enough it was 556 Mike Cuellar SP. It was the only vintage card in the boxes but hey I'll take it. He did say anything I could use so technically I need it to pay off a debt I owe (Brian) so I'm sending it out without telling him. So I don't know if it counts as repaying a debt if you get it for free. Rick Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 21:26:36 -0400 (EDT) To: vrechek@ameritech.net, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Need help identifying some player images [1 Attachment] From: bskp1@aol.com Content-Language: en The guy on the right with the Cleveland cap might be Bob Feller. BR, In a message dated 07/10/2014 7:08:30 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: [_Attachment(s)_ (mip://0ef0a620/default.html#TopText) from George Vrechek included below] I bought these drawings which no one seems to know who they represent. I=E2=99m not sure the photo I post will wind up on the server, but I=E2=99m giving it a try. The drawings are by the same artist, Marshall Merrell, who drew images of Milwaukee Braves from 1953 to 1955. I can=E2=99t even tell if these two are Cubs, Reds, Indians, or White Sox. My guesses include Jim Greengrass and Frankie Baumholtz. I=E2=99ve never seen these and believe they are original drawings by Merrell for an early 1950s issue that never went anywhere. Anyone else have any guesses? George Vrechek ================= To: rick.lyons22@yahoo.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 22:15:05 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] 1970 KELLOGGS MLB LOGO LITHOFUSION IRON ON TRANSFER LOT From: mikesportsfan@aol.com Yes they are Kellogg's, and my faulty memory cannot remember if it is aset of 10 or 11. Not every team was issued, so you may actually have picked up a complete set. If others do not confirm the number in the set within a few days, write me and I will pull them out and let you know the checklist. Mike Rich -----Original Message----- From: Rick rick.lyons22@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: OBC-Ramblings Sent: Thu, Jul 10, 2014 7:23 pm Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] 1970 KELLOGGS MLB LOGO LITHOFUSION IRON ON TRANSFER LOT (10) YANKEES CARDINALS I was bidding on a few other items from this seller and ended up buying these too. He advertises these as 70 Kellogg's anyone know if that's true or are they something else I couldn't find them In a book. View item: 1970 KELLOGGS MLB LOGO LITHOFUSION IRON ON TRANSFER LOT (10) YANKEES CARDINALS End time: Jul 6, 2014, 7:41:27 PM PDT Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2014 02:25:42 +0000 (UTC) To: cardclctor@aol.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore From: talbot1@comcast.net Hello my fellow card enthusiast, Yes, it is true that we have a UV dedicated email server for discussion of Post 1980 card items. I am a moderator of this group (Carlos Alcazar is theowner) and continue to work quietly behind the scenes moderating this and the Thanks, Ramblings, Wantlists and Announcements servers. Yahoo-groups have changed some of their protocols and the addition of a member to any of the groups requires either a request from the new member of a reply to an invitation to join the group. Previously I was able to "add" members to groupsimply by entering the information into the site, but it now requires someaction from the entering member. With that being said I have worked closely with the "new member guy", currently Tom Housley and before him I think Peter Mead or Joe Issac getting all new members properly set up on the servers and have assisted countless members with email issues that they have experienced over the years most recently Anthony Arbeeny and his migration to his new gmail account. Many of these "issues" use to be easy to fix by yourself but the new platform that Yahoo-groups has established is not very user friendly and like I said they have instituted protocols in the name of security that make thing far more difficult to moderate, change or do anything Guru, asks where does it reside and how do you get set up. All of our emailserver lists with Yahoo-groups are restricted and cannot be found by doinga general search on the yahoo-groups main site, once again for security reasons. So there are two ways that you can get set up on the servers and they are as follows: Any member who wishes to join a group can go to these links, once there find the join group tab and click it. Announcements - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Announcements/ Ramblings - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Ramblings/ Thanks - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Thanks/ Wantlists - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Wantlist/ UV stuff - http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/uvlist/ When you have completed the "application" to the servers you will be approved within 48 hours and will start to receive emails. Repeat the process forany groups you wish to join. You will need a Yahoo account and will be prompted as such when you first try to access these URL's. The other way you can get set up is by e-mailing me and letting me know that you want in and I can send you an =E2=9Cinvitation=E2=9D to any of these groups. You will be officially added when you respond to the invitation by following the instruction in that email. There are a few additional email groups that many OBC members belong to butare not sanctioned by OBC; they are the NATIONAL server where discussions on the National Baseball Card Convention are entertained, the VARIATIONS server where trading card variations are discussed, and the OPC-CENTRAL server where Canadian trading cards are discussed. If interested in these then follow the links below and the owner or moderators of those groups can approve Bob Reed is the owner of the National email server, here is the link: National - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-National/ George Vrechek and Taylor Schock are moderators of the variations group, here is the link: Variations - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/card-variations/ Dan Austin is the owner of OPC-Central, here is the link: OPC-Central - http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/opc-central/ I hope that this LONG WINDED response helps anyone who wishes to get set upon any of the servers. GOOD LUCK and don't be afraid to ask questions if you have any problems getting yourself set up. If you have stayed with me thus far allow me to apologize to Don Rice who I just found out asked many years ago about how to get set up on the UV email server and I never got backto him. BE WELL!!! REGARDS ---------------------- MARK ----- Original Message ----- From: "'cardclctor@aol.com' cardclctor@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" To: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2014 9:56:01 AM Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore Yes Guru, There IS a UV list. It resides in a secret location very close to the Ramblings, Thanks and Wantlist servers you'd normally use, so I'll give Sal the benefit of a doubt that he clicked the Ramblings server by accident in his address book. (Go with my lead on this one Sal.) The server is owned by Carlos Alcazar, but I have a friend who is the only other moderator for the list. IF anyone wanted to join said list, they could go directly through the yahoogroups web page (which generates an email to my friend, who can then add them to the list). I'm not sure of the exact URL, but I'll have my friend send you a link if you want. You can also contact me and I'll ad... I mean, I'll let my friend know to add you. Hope this helps, Ken M Sent from my MetroPCS 4G Android device ------ Original message------ From: Larry Tipton larrytipton@win... Date: Thu, 7/10/2014 9:27 AM To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com; Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore There is rumored to be a UV server that OBC members can subscribe to. I have no knowledge of said server, does it even exist? Question #1 Does the UV server even exist? Question #2 Where does it reside? Who manages it? Question #3 How would someone sign up for it? Please post replies here. Posted by: Larry Tipton OBC is governed by Rules of Conduct approved by the OBC Advisory Committee.The Rules of Conduct are available from a link on the home page or directly at www.oldbaseball.com/obcroc.html Yahoo Groups Links ================= To: vrechek@ameritech.net, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 22:27:35 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Need help identifying some player images [1 Attachment] From: mikesportsfan@aol.com What size are the photos? -----Original Message----- From: 'George Vrechek' vrechek@ameritech.net [OBC-Ramblings] To: OBC-Ramblings Sent: Thu, Jul 10, 2014 7:08 pm Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Need help identifying some player images [1 Attachment] [Attachment(s) from George Vrechek included below] I bought these drawings which no one seems to know who they represent. I=E2=99m not sure the photo I post will wind up on the server, but I=E2=99m giving it a try. The drawings are by the same artist, Marshall Merrell, who drew images of Milwaukee Braves from 1953 to 1955. I can=E2=99t even tell if these two guys are Cubs, Reds, Indians, or White Sox. My guessesinclude Jim Greengrass and Frankie Baumholtz. I=E2=99ve never seen these and believe they are original drawings by Merrell for an early 1950s issue that never went anywhere. Anyone else have any guesses? George Vrechek ================= To: Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 22:01:37 -0500 Subject: FW: [OBC-Ramblings] Need help identifying some player images [1 Attachment] From: "George Vrechek" Dear Chuck There are some similarities. I checked every photo that pops up on google for Feller. In general his grin seems more rectangular and I couldn=E2=99t find him in any uniforms with the block =E2=9CC=E2=9D and the stripe on the shoulder. I=E2=99ll keep looking, but I probably should figure out the uniform first. Thanks for looking. I=E2=99ll report on what I find From: BSKP1@aol.com [mailto:BSKP1@aol.com] Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2014 8:27 PM To: vrechek@ameritech.net; OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Need help identifying some player images [1 Attachment] The guy on the right with the Cleveland cap might be Bob Feller. BR, ================= To: , Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 22:03:49 -0500 Subject: RE: [OBC-Ramblings] Need help identifying some player images [1 Attachment] From: "George Vrechek" 8 by 6.5 on the left and 8 by 8 on the right =E2=93 roughly. They look like the original art work. From: mikesportsfan@aol.com [mailto:mikesportsfan@aol.com] Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2014 9:28 PM To: vrechek@ameritech.net; OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Need help identifying some player images [1 Attachment] What size are the photos? -----Original Message----- From: 'George Vrechek' vrechek@ameritech.net [OBC-Ramblings] To: OBC-Ramblings Sent: Thu, Jul 10, 2014 7:08 pm Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Need help identifying some player images [1 Attachment] [Attachment(s) from George Vrechek included below] I bought these drawings which no one seems to know who they represent. I=E2=99m not sure the photo I post will wind up on the server, but I=E2=99m giving it a try. The drawings are by the same artist, Marshall Merrell, who drew images of Milwaukee Braves from 1953 to 1955. I can=E2=99t even tell if these two guys are Cubs, Reds, Indians, or White Sox. My guessesinclude Jim Greengrass and Frankie Baumholtz. I=E2=99ve never seen these and believe they are original drawings by Merrell for an early 1950s issue that never went anywhere. Anyone else have any guesses? George Vrechek ================= Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2014 3:48:32 +0000 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com, vrechek@ameritech.net, mikesportsfan@aol.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Need help identifying some player images From: The photo on the left is a Cleveland "C" from the mid 50s. Looks a little like Bob Kennedy, but hard to say. ---- "mikesportsfan@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" > What size are the photos? > -----Original Message----- > From: 'George Vrechek' vrechek@ameritech.net [OBC-Ramblings] > To: OBC-Ramblings > Sent: Thu, Jul 10, 2014 7:08 pm > Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Need help identifying some player images [1 Attachment] > [Attachment(s) from George Vrechek included below] > I bought these drawings which no one seems to know who they represent. I=E2=99m not sure the photo I post will wind up on the server, but I=E2=99m giving it a try. The drawings are by the same artist, Marshall Merrell, who drew images of Milwaukee Braves from 1953 to 1955. I can=E2=99teven tell if these two guys are Cubs, Reds, Indians, or White Sox. My guesses include Jim Greengrass and Frankie Baumholtz. I=E2=99ve never seen these and believe they are original drawings by Merrell for an early 1950s issue that never went anywhere. Anyone else have any guesses? > George Vrechek ================= Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 23:49:55 -0400 (EDT) To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: the weeks that were in obc - a little perspective From: smartalecx@aol.com i have read with interest the various ramblings these past few weeks. one obc'er faces an unthinkable tragedy -- the loss of a child, and a 7 year old grand daughter is now without a mother. terrible, and in true obc style, we are already organizing on obc-auction to raise funds for the child. nothing could make me prouder to be a member of this group. a day or so later, while still trying to comprehend the tragedy mentioned above, complaints appear that there seem to be too many trade requests, which as far as i know, are not disallowed, and not enough RAOKs. a subject for further discussion, but not here, not now. a couple of members, either by accident or intentionally, mention UV cards on the obc thanks and/or ramblings servers. one of those members is battling leukemia, fortunately with a lot of success. i pray for him and his family every day, as do hundreds of other folks in chicago and elsewhere, and our prayers seem to be working. so given everything else that is going on around us, do i care if a trade is offered once in a while or someone mentions a card more recent than 1980? of course not! do you? Gary Mandell 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 Chicago, IL 60613-5518 _http://gmcards.homestead.com/mywebpage.html_ (http://gmcards.homestead.com/) Member: OCT, OBC, DT, TB ================= To: "talbot1@comcast.net" Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2014 00:06:16 -0400 Subject: RE: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore From: richard dingman Hi Mark, I was a member of all groups, but now when I try to access, they say they have deactivated my account. When I try to rejoin, I enter all the info and it doesn't accept it with noreasons Can you please sign me up for everything?? Thanks and may yahoo rot in the places designed for such garbage. Richard D To: cardclctor@aol.com CC: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com; OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com From: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2014 02:25:42 +0000 Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore Hello my fellow card enthusiast, Yes, it is true that we have a UV dedicated email server for discussion of Post 1980 card items. I am a moderator of this group (Carlos Alcazar is the owner) and continue to work quietly behind the scenes moderating this and the Thanks, Ramblings, Wantlists and Announcements servers. Yahoo-groups have changed some of their protocols and the addition of a member to any of the groups requires either a request from the new member of a reply to an invitation to join the group. Previously I was able to "add" members to group simply by entering the information into the site, but it now requires some action from the entering member. With that being said I have worked closely with the "new member guy", currently Tom Housley and before him I think Peter Mead or Joe Issac getting all new members properly set up on the servers and have assisted countless members with email issues that theyhave experienced over the years most recently Anthony Arbeeny and his migration to his new gmail account. Many of these "issues" use to be easy to fix by yourself but the new platform that Yahoo-groups has established is not very user friendly and like I said they have instituted protocols in the name of security that make thing far more difficult to moderate, change or do anything with. Guru, asks where does it reside and how do you get set up. All of our email server lists with Yahoo-groups are restricted and cannot be found by doing a general search on the yahoo-groups main site, once again for security reasons. So there are two ways that you can get set up on the servers and they are as follows: Any member who wishes to join a group can go to these links, once there find the join group tab and click it. Announcements - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Announcements/ Ramblings - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Ramblings/ Thanks - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Thanks/ Wantlists - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Wantlist/ UV stuff - http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/uvlist/ When you have completed the "application" to the servers you will be approved within 48 hours and will start to receive emails. Repeat the process for any groups you wish to join. You will need a Yahoo account and willbe prompted as such when you first try to access these URL's. The other way you can get set up is by e-mailing me and letting me know that you want in and I can send you an =93invitation=94 to any of these groups. You will be officially added when you respond to the invitation by following the instruction in that email. There are a few additional email groups that many OBC members belong to but are not sanctioned by OBC; they are the NATIONAL server where discussions on the National Baseball Card Convention are entertained, the VARIATIONS server where trading card variations are discussed, and the OPC-CENTRALserver where Canadian trading cards are discussed. If interested in thesethen follow the links below and the owner or moderators of those groups can approve you. Bob Reed is the owner of the National email server, here is the link: National - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-National/ George Vrechek and Taylor Schock are moderators of the variations group, here is the link: Variations - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/card-variations/ Dan Austin is the owner of OPC-Central, here is the link: OPC-Central - http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/opc-central/ I hope that this LONG WINDED response helps anyone who wishes to get set up on any of the servers. GOOD LUCK and don't be afraid to ask questions if you have any problems getting yourself set up. If you have stayed withme thus far allow me to apologize to Don Rice who I just found out asked many years ago about how to get set up on the UV email server and I never got back to him. BE WELL!!! REGARDS ---------------------- MARK From: "'cardclctor@aol.com' cardclctor@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" To: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2014 9:56:01 AM Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore Yes Guru, There IS a UV list. It resides in a secret location very close to the Ramblings, Thanks and Wantlist servers you'd normally use, so I'll give Sal the benefit of a doubt that he clicked the Ramblings server by accident in his address book. (Go with my lead on this one Sal.) The server is owned by Carlos Alcazar, but I have a friend who is the only other moderator for the list. IF anyone wanted to join said list, they could go directly through the yahoogroups web page (which generates an email to my friend, who can thenadd them to the list). I'm not sure of the exact URL, but I'll have my friend send you a link if you want. You can also contact me and I'll ad... I mean, I'll let my friend know to add you. Hope this helps, Ken M Sent from my MetroPCS 4G Android device ------ Original message------ From: Larry Tipton larrytipton@win... Date: Thu, 7/10/2014 9:27 AM To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com; Subject:[OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore There is rumored to be a UV server that OBC members can subscribe to. I have no knowledge of said server, does it even exist? Question #1 Does the UV server even exist? Question #2 Where does it reside? Who manages it? Question #3 How would someone sign up for it? Please post replies here. Posted by: Larry Tipton OBC is governed by Rules of Conduct approved by the OBC Advisory Committee.The Rules of Conduct are available from a link on the home page or directly at www.oldbaseball.com/obcroc.html Yahoo Groups Links ================= To: , Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 23:07:56 -0500 Subject: RE: [OBC-Ramblings] Need help identifying some player images From: "George Vrechek" It could be Cleveland, but it could also be Chicago Cubs with the same C. I'm thinking the one on the right is a Chicago White Sox. Appling? -----Original Message----- From: malsman250@neo.rr.com [mailto:malsman250@neo.rr.com] Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2014 10:49 PM To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com; vrechek@ameritech.net; mikesportsfan@aol.com Cc: mikesportsfan@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Need help identifying some player images The photo on the left is a Cleveland "C" from the mid 50s. Looks a little like Bob Kennedy, but hard to say. ---- "mikesportsfan@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" > What size are the photos? > -----Original Message----- > From: 'George Vrechek' vrechek@ameritech.net [OBC-Ramblings] > To: OBC-Ramblings > Sent: Thu, Jul 10, 2014 7:08 pm > Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Need help identifying some player images [1 Attachment] > [Attachment(s) from George Vrechek included below] > I bought these drawings which no one seems to know who they represent. I=E2=99m not sure the photo I post will wind up on the server, but I=E2=99m giving it a try. The drawings are by the same artist, Marshall Merrell, who drew images of Milwaukee Braves from 1953 to 1955. I can=E2=99teven tell if these two guys are Cubs, Reds, Indians, or White Sox. My guesses include Jim Greengrass and Frankie Baumholtz. I=E2=99ve never seen these and believe they are original drawings by Merrell for an early 1950s issue that never went anywhere. Anyone else have any guesses? > George Vrechek ================= Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 22:14:20 -0700 To: OBC Ramblings Subject: Mike Hair From: Lynn Miller Was able to spend a little time this afternoon with Cindy and Mike at Renee's viewing. Cindy and Mike want to thank OBC for the numerous kind thoughts and gestures over this difficult period for them. Mike apologizes for not being able to answer each one personally (we all understand that) andwants everyone in his OBC family to know they mean a great, great deal. Their hearts are very sad but their spirits have been lifted by the manyfamily and friends they have. They will be OK and just need time to heal. And yes Ken, I gave them a hug from you and all of us. Lynn ================= Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2014 00:16:00 -0500 To: George Vrechek Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Need help identifying some player images From: Jleroux I've checked Cleveland uniforms and it doesn't match.. The Cubs, Cinci and Sox did a block C those years > On Jul 10, 2014, at 10:01 PM, "'George Vrechek' vrechek@ameritech.net [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > Dear Chuck > There are some similarities. I checked every photo that pops up on googlefor Feller. In general his grin seems more rectangular and I couldn=E2=99t find him in any uniforms with the block =E2=9CC=E2=9D and the stripe on the shoulder. I=E2=99ll keep looking, but I probably should figure out the uniform first. Thanks for looking. I=E2=99ll report on what Ifind > George > From: BSKP1@aol.com [mailto:BSKP1@aol.com] > Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2014 8:27 PM > To: vrechek@ameritech.net; OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com > Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Need help identifying some player images [1 Attachment] > The guy on the right with the Cleveland cap might be Bob Feller. BR, > Chuck ================= Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2014 23:29:04 -0700 To: Lynn Miller Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Mike Hair From: Mike Hair Hey Lynn, I was great to see you this evening. My family is going through a tough time, but it's support from great people like you and the OBC that get us through these times. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 10, 2014, at 10:14 PM, "Lynn Miller obclynn15@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > Was able to spend a little time this afternoon with Cindy and Mike at Renee's viewing. Cindy and Mike want to thank OBC for the numerous kind thoughts and gestures over this difficult period for them. Mike apologizes for not being able to answer each one personally (we all understand that) and wants everyone in his OBC family to know they mean a great, great deal. Their hearts are very sad but their spirits have been lifted by the many family and friends they have. They will be OK and just need time to heal. And yes Ken, I gave them a hug from you and all of us. Lynn ================= Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2014 04:47:06 -0400 (EDT) To: brightair@msn.com, obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore From: cardclctor@aol.com Content-Language: en I think the problem lies with your Yahoo account and not with the OBC servers. I show you listed as a member (in the groups that I'm allowed to access the membership rosters) but one of the groups didn't have a Yahoo profile listed next to your name, so I *think* that means you haven't set up profile and linked it to that server's webpage. Now, exactly how you'd accomplish that is a mystery that could involve knowledge of everything from binary code to quantum physics. Hopefully, it's as easy as going to http://groups.yahoo.com and clicking on the sign in link. You may have to check your e-mail address for a link to reactivate your account (sounds like it may have gotten locked for incorrect password entry). I hope this helps. Good Ken M In a message dated 7/11/2014 12:06:19 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: Hi Mark, I was a member of all groups, but now when I try to access, they say they have deactivated my account. When I try to rejoin, I enter all the info and it doesn't accept it with no reasons given. Can you please sign me up for everything?? Thanks and may yahoo rot in the places designed for such garbage. Richard D To: cardclctor@aol.com CC: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com; OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com From: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2014 02:25:42 +0000 Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore Hello my fellow card enthusiast, Yes, it is true that we have a UV dedicated email server for discussion of Post 1980 card items. I am a moderator of this group (Carlos Alcazar is the owner) and continue to work quietly behind the scenes moderating this and the Thanks, Ramblings, Wantlists and Announcements servers. Yahoo-groups have changed some of their protocols and the addition of a member to any of the groups requires either a request from the new member of a reply to an invitation to join the group. Previously I was able to "add" members to group simply by entering the information into the site, but it now requires some action from the entering member. With that being said I have worked closely with the "new member guy", currently Tom Housley and before him I think Peter Mead or Joe Issac getting all new members properly set up on the servers and have assisted countless members with email issues that they have experienced over the years most recently Anthony Arbeeny and his migration to his new gmail account. Many of these "issues" use to be easyto by yourself but the new platform that Yahoo-groups has established is not very user friendly and like I said they have instituted protocols in the name of security that make thing far more difficult to moderate, change or do anything with. Guru, asks where does it reside and how do you get set up. All of our email server lists with Yahoo-groups are restricted and cannot be found by doing a general search on the yahoo-groups main site, once again for security reasons. So there are two ways that you can get set up on the servers and they are as follows: Any member who wishes to join a group can go to these links, once there find the join group tab and click it. Announcements - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Announcements/ Ramblings - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Ramblings/ Thanks - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Thanks/ Wantlists - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Wantlist/ UV stuff - http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/uvlist/ When you have completed the "application" to the servers you will be approved within 48 hours and will start to receive emails. Repeat the process for any groups you wish to join. You will need a Yahoo account and will be prompted as such when you first try to access these URL's. The other way you can get set up is by e-mailing me and letting me know that you want in and I can send you an =E2=9Cinvitation=E2=9D to anyof these groups. You will be officially added when you respond to the invitation by following the instruction in that email. There are a few additional email groups that many OBC members belong to but are not sanctioned by OBC; they are the NATIONAL server where discussions on the National Baseball Card Convention are entertained, the VARIATIONS server where trading card variations are discussed, and the OPC-CENTRAL server where Canadian trading cards are discussed. If interested in thesethen follow the links below and the owner or moderators of those groups can approve you. Bob Reed is the owner of the National email server, here is the link: National - _http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-National/_ (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Thanks/) George Vrechek and Taylor Schock are moderators of the variations group, here is the link: Variations - _http://groups.yahoo.com/group/card-variations/_ (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Wantlist/) Dan Austin is the owner of OPC-Central, here is the link: OPC-Central - _http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/opc-central/_ (http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/uvlist/) I hope that this LONG WINDED response helps anyone who wishes to get set up on any of the servers. GOOD LUCK and don't be afraid to ask questions if you have any problems getting yourself set up. If you have stayed with me thus far allow me to apologize to Don Rice who I just found out asked many years ago about how to get set up on the UV email server and I never got back to him. BE WELL!!! REGARDS ---------------------- MARK From: "'cardclctor@aol.com' cardclctor@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" To: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2014 9:56:01 AM Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore Yes Guru, There IS a UV list. It resides in a secret location very close to the Ramblings, Thanks and Wantlist servers you'd normally use, so I'll give Sal benefit of a doubt that he clicked the Ramblings server by accident in his address book. (Go with my lead on this one Sal.) The server is owned by Carlos Alcazar, but I have a friend who is the only other moderator for the list. IF anyone wanted to join said list, they could go directly through the yahoogroups web page (which generates an email to my friend, who can then add them to the list). I'm not sure of the exact URL, but I'll have my friend send you a link if you want. You can also contact me and I'll ad...I mean, I'll let my friend know to add you. Hope this helps, Ken M Sent from my MetroPCS 4G Android device ------ Original message------ From: Larry Tipton larrytipton@win... Date: Thu, 7/10/2014 9:27 AM To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com; Subject:[OBC-Ramblings] OBC Folklore There is rumored to be a UV server that OBC members can subscribe to. I have no knowledge of said server, does it even exist? Question #1 Does the UV server even exist? Question #2 Where does it reside? Who manages it? Question #3 How would someone sign up for it? Please post replies here. Posted by: Larry Tipton OBC is governed by Rules of Conduct approved by the OBC Advisory Committee. The Rules of Conduct are available from a link on the home page or directly at www.oldbaseball.com/obcroc.html Yahoo Groups Links http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Ramblings/ Individual Email | Traditional http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OBC-Ramblings/join (Yahoo! ID required) https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/ ================= Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2014 05:51:44 -0700 To: OBC Ramblings , Subject: Article published today on BBC Worldwide From: Glenn Codere Hey everyone, A couple months back, I was contacted by a Toronto based journalist about my interest in card collecting from a non-North American location. The resulting article was published today. A couple minor errors in some detail (including adding 2 years to my age!!) but all in all not bad! To access from the UK: http://www.bbc.com.nyud.net/capital/story/20140710-a-treasure-from-your-childhood To access from outside the UK: http://www.bbc.com/capital/story/20140710-a-treasure-from-your-childhood ================= Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2014 12:43:19 -0400 To: Dugout Traders , Subject: LeBron is coming home! :) From: Jimi Had to throw this out there if you haven't heard, but LeBron is headed backto Cleveland! This is a very happy north-central Ohio boy!!! ;) Sent from my iPad ================= To: Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2014 16:21:25 -0500 Subject: Mystery images update From: "George Vrechek" I found that artist Marshall Merrell did a Stan Musial in 1942 as well as the Braves in 1953-5, so I've re-thought the time range for my mystery drawings. I'm thinking that the one on the right is a White Sox from the period 1939 to 1948 based on the C on the hat and the heavy stripe on the sleeve. I don't know which White Sox yet but it probably isn't Appling. The other guy on the left looks a little like Frank Baumholtz? But he could also be an Indian or Red and also from the 1940s rather than the 1950s. Mystery drawings White Sox uniforms 1939 to 1941. ================= To: Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2014 18:09:34 -0400 Subject: Exhibit Card Dispenser From: "Bob Donaldson" Took my daughter to the local amusement park - Canobie Lake Park in Salem NH. In the corner was an old Exhibit Card Dispensing Machine. Supposedly it works, but I did not have a quarter. However, the attendant opened it up and gave me a card. Sorry, no sports cards, but still kinda neat. Here's my card My wife did not think it funny J ================= Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2014 19:31:12 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: OBC Hats From: Larry Tipton ================= To: obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2014 20:42:51 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Chantilly & Uncle Dick From: typecard@aol.com I went to Chantilly tonight and met up with Mac and Joe Adriance. I picked up a handful of beater prewars, nothing earth shaking. As I always do, I stopped by Uncle Dick's table to pick through his bargainbox and binders. Uncle Dick as many will attest is very OBC friendly, always giving a smile and a nice deal. For those of you going to the National -be forewarned, if you go to Uncle Dick's table deal only with him, don't go to his wife. She doesn't give discounts, even to OBC. I still bought my stack, but frankly I find myself still annoyed several hours afterwards. It's not the amount of money, it's the spirit of the deal that was completely lacking from my interaction with her. Later in the show after Mac and Joe left I ran into several friends and discussed Uncle Dick with them and they said they'd had the same experience with her. ================= Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2014 02:05:06 +0000 (UTC) To: Glenn Codere Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Article published today on BBC Worldwide From: talbot1@comcast.net Well how about that - you even got the famous Bobby Thompson picture on thearticle. Very Cool!!! REGARDS --------------- MARK ----- Original Message ----- From: "Glenn Codere glenncodere@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings]" To: "OBC Ramblings" , "UK Cards" , "Kenny McIntyre" , "Chris Dunn" , christofferhallstrom1@gmail.com, "Dan Tams" Sent: Friday, July 11, 2014 8:51:44 AM Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Article published today on BBC Worldwide Hey everyone, A couple months back, I was contacted by a Toronto based journalist about my interest in card collecting from a non-North American location. The resulting article was published today. A couple minor errors in some detail (including adding 2 years to my age!!)but all in all not bad! To access from the UK: http://www.bbc.com.nyud.net/capital/story/20140710-a-treasure-from-your-childhood To access from outside the UK: http://www.bbc.com/capital/story/20140710-a-treasure-from-your-childhood ================= To: typecard@aol.com, obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2014 23:01:45 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Chantilly & Uncle Dick From: mikesportsfan@aol.com I enjoy talking to Uncle Dick, but in my dealings with him, his discounts are usually only 5% and rarely more than 10%. This is especially true on breaters as he says he has already marked them down. Mike Rich -----Original Message----- From: typecard@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: obc-ramblings Sent: Fri, Jul 11, 2014 8:42 pm Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Chantilly & Uncle Dick I went to Chantilly tonight and met up with Mac and Joe Adriance. I picked up a handful of beater prewars, nothing earth shaking. As I always do, I stopped by Uncle Dick's table to pick through his bargainbox and binders. Uncle Dick as many will attest is very OBC friendly, always giving a smile and a nice deal. For those of you going to the National -be forewarned, if you go to Uncle Dick's table deal only with him, don't go to his wife. She doesn't give discounts, even to OBC. I still bought my stack, but frankly I find myself still annoyed several hours afterwards. It's not the amount of money, it's the spirit of the deal that was completely lacking from my interaction with her. Later in the show after Mac and Joe left I ran into several friends and discussed Uncle Dick with them and they said they'd had the same experience with her. ================= To: "obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2014 18:46:57 -0400 Subject: test From: richard dingman test - rd=09=09=09=09=09 ================= Date: 13 Jul 2014 22:40:00 -0700 To: Subject: Roger N in GA From: james_moleta@hotmail.com ================= Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2014 22:50:42 -0700 To: Ramblings OBC Subject: Heading to Seattle From: Stamper I will be in Seattle July 26-27 and heading down to Oregon and back up to Seattle on August 4th. If anyone wants to meet up, lets see if we can arrange something. We're going to the Mariners game Sunday afternoon on the 27th. Also if there are any card shops worth stopping at please let me know. John Stamper ================= Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2014 10:25:45 -0400 To: obc ramblings Subject: Where Online Services Go When They Die From: Matthew Glidden I bet some OBC vets will enjoy this piece about Prodigy: http://theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2014/07/where-online-services-go-when-they-die/374099/ ================= To: Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2014 18:09:20 -0400 Subject: 1952-67 Baseball and Football available From: HI Everyone: I=E2=99m sorry I have been so inactive trying to get back in the swing of things, instead of looking through lists I have the following cards available condition is all over the place, if you need any of these drop me a line and I will get them out to you. Nick Covello 1952 Bowman Baseball: 13 1954 Topps Baseball: 4, 5, 8, 13, 18, 24, 29, 41, 56, 61, 76, 77, 91, 106, 107, 111, 118, 124, 127, 145, 200, 203, 208, 240 1955 Topps All American Football: 58, 91 1957 Topps Football: 139 1958 Topps Football: 59, 81 1959 Topps Football: 163 1960 Fleer Football: 106, 128 1960 Topps Football: 107 1962 Topps Football: 15 1963 Topps Football: 27, 43 1963 Topps Baseball: 92, 95 1964 Topps Football: 103, 117 1964 Philadelphia Football: 25, 98 1965 Topps Football: 103, 146 I also have they are trimmed number missing Bobby Hunt Chiefs, Don Flyod Oilers, Jim Norton Oilers, Emil Karas Chargers,Ross O=E2=99Hanley Patriots 1966 Topps Baseball 219 1967 Philadelphia Football: 4, 30, 113, 191 1969 Topps: 19 ================= Date: 14 Jul 2014 18:49:04 -0700 To: Subject: FOOT favs set questions From: mikesportsfan@aol.com ================= To: Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2014 08:46:05 -0400 Subject: 1952-67 Baseball and Football available From: Hi Everyone: I got a lot of replies and I did my best to get everyone at least one card,here is what is left I have also added some 1970-72 cards, please let me know if you could use any. Nick Covello 1954 Topps Baseball: 4, 5, 13, 24, 29, 41, 76, 107, 111, 118, 203 1960 Fleer Football: 106, 128 1963 Topps Football: 27 1963 Topps Baseball: 92, 95 1964 Philadelphia Football: 25 1965 Topps Football: 103, 146 I also have they are trimmed number missing Bobby Hunt Chiefs, Don Flyod Oilers, Jim Norton Oilers, Emil Karas Chargers,Ross O=E2=99Hanley Patriots 1967 Philadelphia Football: 113 1969 Topps Football: 19 1970 Topps Baseball: 18, 32, 38, 39, 47, 52, 54, 58, 59, 80, 95, 100, 106, 109, 122, 124, 156, 266, 268, 269, 274, 278, 326, 293, 316, 327, 339, 346, 353, 1970 Topps Football: 56, 130, 183, 197 1971 Topps Baseball: 6, 7, 9, 19, 21, 23, 47, 57, 60, 77, 84, 86, 91, 99, 107, 108, 111, 114, 115, 118, 120, 123, 125, 140, 206, 238, 270, 316, 350, 369, 374, 407, 429, 500, 526, 663 1971 Topps Football: 73, 82, 98, 165 1972 Topps Baseball: 6, 10, 17, 20, 71, 76, 97, 98, 103, 104, 129, 132, 137, 138, 223, 251, 276, 284, 362 1972 Topps Football: 1, 17, 91, 115, 119, 125 ================= To: , Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2014 10:08:59 -0400 Subject: 70's Non sports cards From: Hi Everyone: Does anyone need any of these Non sports cards from the 70=E2=99s. 1978 Superman: 50, 51, 75 Grease stickers: 14, 16, 18 1978 Jaws 2: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45,46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 59 1978 Jaws 2 stickers: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 11 1978 Battle Star Galactica: 1, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, 15, 31, 60, 76, 77, 78, 84, 86, 87, 102, 103, 110, 111, 128 1978 Battle Star Galactica stickers: 9, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 22 Nick Covello ================= Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2014 12:51:09 -0400 (EDT) To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: website down From: smartalecx@aol.com either no connection at all, or just part of the home page. anyone else having the same issues? Gary Mandell 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 Chicago, IL 60613-5518 Member: OBC, OCT, DT, TB ================= Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2014 12:56:15 -0400 To: "smartalecx@aol.com" Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] website down From: Bob Donaldson Was having problems Better now Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 15, 2014, at 12:51 PM, "smartalecx@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" > either no connection at all, or just part of the home page. anyone else having the same issues? > Gary Mandell > 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 > Chicago, IL 60613-5518 > Member: OBC, OCT, DT, TB ================= Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2014 13:46:00 -0400 To: "OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Subject: 1962 Topps Waiver wire w/ CLs and Mathews! From: Jimi Hey folks, It's time to let go of some '62s I have lying around: #12 F/G, 22 CL (marked, otherwise VGEX), 22 CL VGEX, 30 Mathews G/VG, 39 VG, 101 G/VG, 119 VGEX, 129 F/G, 192 CL (marked, otherwise EX) Just raise your hand and let me know which you'd like! Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2014 14:05:06 -0500 To: "OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Subject: OBC fantasy football From: MarkZ 2 spots open Draft is sat aug 23 7pm cst Free to join Pls email me if interested Thanks. Mark Zentkovich Sent from mark z ipod ================= Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2014 20:44:47 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: So very out of touch..... From: Doug I likely am the only OBCer who no longer follows MLB. I really cannot recall the last game I watched in its entirety. However, since the AS game is in our original home state of Minnesota my wife and I thought we would watch. Wow - I recognize less than half of the names of the starters. Eight to beexact. I can only imagine what it is going to be like once the substitutions start! Maybe I need to start looking at some box scores again. Thank goodness we are O-BC! Sent from my iPad ================= Date: 15 Jul 2014 19:18:03 -0700 To: Subject: 1ST non-sports set added and waiver wire From: rlabs1@yahoo.com ================= To: obcbobd@gmail.com, smartalecx@aol.com Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2014 22:26:33 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] website down From: mikesportsfan@aol.com I am still experiencing issues. I have had to sign off and on about a dozen times. Get 1 or 2 messages and then the error pops up. Mike Rich -----Original Message----- From: Bob Donaldson obcbobd@gmail.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: smartalecx Cc: OBC-Ramblings Sent: Tue, Jul 15, 2014 12:56 pm Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] website down Was having problems Better now Sent from my iPhone On Jul 15, 2014, at 12:51 PM, "smartalecx@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" either no connection at all, or just part of the home page. anyone else having the same issues? Gary Mandell 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 Chicago, IL 60613-5518 Member: OBC, OCT, DT, TB ================= To: "'Doug'" , Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2014 19:53:30 -0700 Subject: RE: [OBC-Ramblings] So very out of touch..... From: "Grant Rainsley" No Doug, you aren't alone..........I follow the A.L. West now and that is about it until playoff time, simply because the Halos are my team. I couldn't tell you who is in First Place in any other Division. As a kid in the early '60's I could name the starting lineups of MOST teams....., now, I couldn't get five names right from almost any other team, they move around so much. The bigger picture for my lack of interest in BB today includes steroids, lying, cheating, ticket prices, the obscene amount of money these guys are getting, and what it turns them into.......(insert very rude word here.) Now, I live in the '60's using BB cards as my escape. Thank God for OBC. It's the era I grew up with BB in, and I remember vividly how readily the players would interact with the fans at the local stadium, even if it was only Triple A.............coaches too.......just a simple chat....and a lot of these guys had been to the bigs and were on their way down. Now? Different world, HOW much for an autograph? Times have changed, and I readily admit I haven't changed with them......I'm very happy living in the past. When I get down to Vancouver I still LOVE going to a game when possible.....it is Single A now, great ball park, and what better way to spend an afternoon? Doug......maybe we should start a splinter Yahoo Group........one for curmudgeons. (There is your "Word for the Day".) (One day I'll learn to be more Morganti-esque) From: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com [mailto:OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Doug ddejong17@gmail.com [OBC-Ramblings] Sent: July-15-14 5:45 PM To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] So very out of touch..... I likely am the only OBCer who no longer follows MLB. I really cannot recall the last game I watched in its entirety. However, since the AS game is in our original home state of Minnesota my wife and I thought we would watch. Wow - I recognize less than half of the names of the starters. Eight to be exact. I can only imagine what it is going to be like once the substitutions start! Maybe I need to start looking at some box scores again. Thank goodness we are O-BC! Sent from my iPad No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2014.0.4716 / Virus Database: 3986/7858 - Release Date: 07/15/14 ================= Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2014 04:33:19 +0000 (UTC) To: typecard@aol.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Chantilly & Uncle Dick From: talbot1@comcast.net Same experience as Andy on this one. Uncle Dick's wife is a nice lady and we have had so nice conversations but no discounts. Though Uncle Dick does give a discount I have never received one that was substantial, perhaps 5-10% at most. I do like his off-condition boxes and the prices in there are pretty good. BE WELL!!!! REGARDS ------------- MARK ----- Original Message ----- From: "typecard@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" To: obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, July 11, 2014 8:42:51 PM Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Chantilly & Uncle Dick I went to Chantilly tonight and met up with Mac and Joe Adriance. I picked up a handful of beater prewars, nothing earth shaking. As I always do, I stopped by Uncle Dick's table to pick through his bargainbox and binders. Uncle Dick as many will attest is very OBC friendly, always giving a smile and a nice deal. For those of you going to the National -be forewarned, if you go to Uncle Dick's table deal only with him, don't go to his wife. She doesn't give discounts, even to OBC. I still bought my stack, but frankly I find myself still annoyed several hours afterwards. It's not the amount of money, it's the spirit of the deal that was completely lacking from my interaction with her. Later in the show after Mac and Joe left I ran into several friends and discussed Uncle Dick with them and they said they'd had the same experience with her. ================= To: Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2014 06:46:37 -0500 Subject: Re: So very out of touch..... From: "George Vrechek" I did the same thing and found that I had heard of 9 of the 18 starters in the All-Star game. I couldn't even find the channel it was on. George Vrechek ================= Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2014 08:35:21 -0400 To: George Vrechek , Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Re: So very out of touch..... From: Don Rice The same holds true for this Old Fart. All I could think of is Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid... "Who /are/ those guys!" Like so many in this group I, too, prefer to live in the 60's and before (at least as far as baseball goes!). :-) Don Rice On 7/16/2014 7:46 AM, 'George Vrechek' vrechek@ameritech.net [OBC-Ramblings] wrote: > I did the same thing and found that I had heard of 9 of the 18 > starters in the All-Star game. I couldn't even find the channel it was on. > George Vrechek ================= Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2014 11:26:19 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: re: So very out of touch..... From: Larry Tipton Same here Doug, my grandson knows all the players though from playing videogames:) I did however, for the first time, purchase Jacksonville Jaguars season tickets=85=85.. ================= Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2014 11:47:37 -0400 To: Doug Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] So very out of touch..... From: Bob Donaldson Did the announcers mention any names besides Derek Jeter? Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 15, 2014, at 8:44 PM, "Doug ddejong17@gmail.com [OBC-Ramblings]" > I likely am the only OBCer who no longer follows MLB. I really cannot recall the last game I watched in its entirety. However, since the AS game is in our original home state of Minnesota my wife and I thought we would watch. > Wow - I recognize less than half of the names of the starters. Eight to be exact. I can only imagine what it is going to be like once the substitutions start! Maybe I need to start looking at some box scores again. > Thank goodness we are O-BC! > Doug > Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2014 12:00:08 -0400 (EDT) To: obcbobd@gmail.com, ddejong17@gmail.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] So very out of touch..... From: smartalecx@aol.com Content-Language: en was there an all star game yesterday? In a message dated 7/16/2014 10:47:40 A.M. Central Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: Did the announcers mention any names besides Derek Jeter? Sent from my iPhone On Jul 15, 2014, at 8:44 PM, "Doug _ddejong17@gmail.com_ (mailto:ddejong17@gmail.com) [OBC-Ramblings]" <_OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com_ (mailto:OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com) > wrote: I likely am the only OBCer who no longer follows MLB. I really cannot recall the last game I watched in its entirety. However, since the AS game is in our original home state of Minnesota my wife and I thought we would watch. Wow - I recognize less than half of the names of the starters. Eight to be exact. I can only imagine what it is going to be like once the substitutions start! Maybe I need to start looking at some box scores again. Thank goodness we are O-BC! Sent from my iPad ================= To: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com, Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2014 16:24:32 GMT Subject: Re: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] So very out of touch..... From: "cardclctor@aol.com" ================= To: "cardclctor@aol.com" , "ddejong17@gmail.com" Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2014 11:28:12 -0500 Subject: RE: [OBC-Ramblings] So very out of touch..... From: Tim newcomb Shoulda had Vin Scully calling the game instead of that turkey Joe Buck. Vin would have made sure every name was mentioned appropriately. To: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com; ddejong17@gmail.com CC: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com From: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2014 16:24:32 +0000 Subject: Re: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] So very out of touch..... I was listening to sports radio this morning. They said they were over 100 mentions of Derek Jeter - 0 mentions of Tony Gwynn. Ken M Sent from my not really all that smartphone ------ Original message------ From: Bob Donaldson obcbobd@gmail....Date: Wed, 7/16/2014 11:47 AMTo: Doug;Cc: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com;Subject:Re: [OBC-Ramblings] So very out of touch..... Did the announcers mention any names besides Derek Jeter? Sent from my iPhone On Jul 15, 2014, at 8:44 PM, "Doug ddejong17@gmail.com [OBC-Ramblings]" I likely am the only OBCer who no longer follows MLB. I really cannotrecall the last game I watched in its entirety. However, since the AS gameis in our original home state of Minnesota my wife and I thought we would watch. Wow - I recognize less than half of the names of the starters. Eight to be exact. I can only imagine what it is going to be like once the substitutions start! Maybe I need to start looking at some box scores again. Thank goodness we are O-BC! Sent from my iPad ================= To: , Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2014 14:02:00 -0400 Subject: 1965 Topps Football need 1 card From: Hi Everyone: After many years of putting the 1965 Topps Football set together, I=E2=99m down to just one card #29 Jim Dunaway, if anyone has one please let meknow. Thanks for checking Nick Covello ================= Date: 16 Jul 2014 14:07:58 -0700 To: Subject: 60's Waiver Wire Tiptons, etc. From: james_moleta@hotmail.com ================= Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2014 22:37:26 -0400 (EDT) To: smartalecx@aol.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] So very out of touch..... From: ChicoD1@aol.com Content-Language: en So THAT's how you came up with your screenname! In a message dated 7/16/2014 12:00:11 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: was there an all star game yesterday? In a message dated 7/16/2014 10:47:40 A.M. Central Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: Did the announcers mention any names besides Derek Jeter? Sent from my iPhone On Jul 15, 2014, at 8:44 PM, "Doug _ddejong17@gmail.com_ (mailto:ddejong17@gmail.com) [OBC-Ramblings]" <_OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com_ (mailto:OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com) > wrote: I likely am the only OBCer who no longer follows MLB. I really cannot recall the last game I watched in its entirety. However, since the AS game is in our original home state of Minnesota my wife and I thought we would watch. Wow - I recognize less than half of the names of the starters. Eight to be exact. I can only imagine what it is going to be like once the substitutions start! Maybe I need to start looking at some box scores again. Thank goodness we are O-BC! Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2014 08:24:14 +0000 (UTC) To: OBC Ramblings Subject: Who Collects What??? From: talbot1@comcast.net Hello all, The "Who collects what" page does not list `49 Eureka Stamps and I have a few to pass around - SO Who collects them? I already checked Mike Rich (he collects everything) but have not found this set on any other want lists that I have looked at - so who wants some. BE WELL!!! REGARDS ---------------------------- MARK ----- Original Message ----- From: "rlabs1@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings]" To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2014 10:18:03 PM Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] 1ST non-sports set added and waiver wire I have to give OBC the credit for me starting this set. The non-sports collectors got me looking around and I startwd the 1956 flag set. These are dupes from my recent purchase - claim away. 1956 flags 3 14 16 20 20 21 22 23 25 28 28 29 36 36 30 33 35 37 45 47 49 49 58 68 76 76 richard labs ================= Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2014 08:39:15 +0000 (UTC) To: OBC Ramblings Subject: `61 Fleer Pennant Decal From: talbot1@comcast.net Hello All, I recently purchased a PSA-5 slabbed `61 Fleer Pennant for 1961 and I do not collect them slabbed. Before I bust it out of its plastic tomb I thought I would see if anyone wanted to swap it out. I would gladly send this slabbed one for an unslabbed one that I can put into the binder. Let me know if you are interested - BE WELL!!!! REGARDS ------------------- MARK ================= Date: 17 Jul 2014 06:40:38 -0700 To: Subject: Topps Baseball Waiver Wire From: bskp1@aol.com ================= Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2014 08:46:05 -0700 To: "OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Subject: Waiver wire cards: From: Brandon Wax Sorry i havent been very active lately, heres some cards to keep things going: email me if you want any and please include your address. Hope you all have fun at the national. im jealous. 68 topps baseball: #4 RBi leaders (Yaz, killebrew, Robinson), #123 Santiago 55 bowman baseball : #181 Miksis 1960 topps baseball: 15, 20, 25, 36, 37, 112, 492 1955 bowman football: 49 (gilbert) 1954 bowman baseball:30, 37, 67 1961 topps baseball: 15, 34, 84 ================= Date: 17 Jul 2014 09:25:03 -0700 To: Subject: updated wantlists From: mikesportsfan@aol.com ================= To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2014 20:24:02 -0400 (EDT) Subject: For anyone in the new york area...burdick collection job opening From: Joshua Levine https://www.nyfa.org/Classifieds/Job/151d9f09-8754-46e8-ae9f-38d875ab67ea Wish I lived in the NY area, I would try to do this in a heartbeat (although I do not have a photography degree). ================= To: "obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com" , Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2014 21:00:33 -0400 Subject: Speaking of the All-Star games... From: Taylor Schock I was at the AAA All-Star game (IL vs PCL) last night and have a bunch of programs and team "posters". If anyone wants 1 of either/both, let me know and I will bring them to The National. I'll probably bring some anyway but at least you can get "dibs" on them. If you're not going to The National andwant one, let me know and I can send one out. This is especially good for all of those who only recognized a handful of players from the MLB All-Star game, me included. Though it can be reasonablyargued that a A or AA All-Star game probably had more ML prospects playing. ================= Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2014 20:07:36 -0500 To: "OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Subject: 1954 Bowman variations -- wants and dupes From: Steve Rittenberg I'm down to just TWO 1954 Bowman variations to kill off this question: #81 Jerry Coleman (.952 / .975 Fielding). I have THREE different 1.000 / .975 versions to swap. #163 Dave Philley (152 G with no trading line). I don't even know if I can find a picture of one to explain the differences. If you can help or if you have a list of 1954 Bowman needs (including variations), please let me know so I can start moving out the 100+ 1954 Bowman dupes gathering dust here. ================= To: "obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2014 23:01:12 -0400 Subject: if you had a time machine... From: Shawn Smart would you go here? ================= Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2014 01:29:03 -0400 To: "Shawn Smart shawnsmart@hotmail.com [OBC-Ramblings]" Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] if you had a time machine... From: "wwesmyster2@aol.com" ================= Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2014 01:30:08 -0400 To: "Shawn Smart shawnsmart@hotmail.com [OBC-Ramblings]" Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] if you had a time machine... From: "wwesmyster2@aol.com" ================= Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2014 01:31:33 -0400 To: "wwesmyster2@aol.com" , "Shawn Smart Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] if you had a time machine... From: "wwesmyster2@aol.com" ================= Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2014 11:03:57 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: 1960 Fleer - WAIVER WIRE! From: Jimi Hey folks, Cleaning up house a bit and have a few 1960 Fleer low to mid-grade availables: 10 Speaker (EX), 29 Hartnett (EX), 31 Lazzeri, 54 Gomez, 54 Gomez, 61 Waddell, 63 Ruffing, 70 Newsom Those that do not have a grade next to them are poor to VG. COME CLAIM THEM!! :) Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2014 22:23:01 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: 1958 Topps waiver wire! From: Jimi Hey guys, Last waiver wire for the day. I sent one out for the 1960 Fleer cards earlier today with a few being swallowed up. Now I have a bunch of 1958 Topps cards that need a good home. All cards are low grade! 1958 Topps: 3, 7, 13, 65, 66, 73, 74, 76, 84, 86, 127, 144, 159, 160, 180, 182, 185, 224, 225, 251, 251, 264, 265, 269, 282, 404, 408, 426, 428, 429, 431, 447, 448, 456, 470, 483, 495 Sent from my iPad ================= Date: 19 Jul 2014 19:24:44 -0700 To: Subject: Mecca Misprint From: james_moleta@hotmail.com ================= Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2014 09:11:30 -0500 To: "OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Subject: Columbus show next weekend From: Steve Rittenberg Does anyone know about / plan on attending a show in Columbus OH next weekend? I understand that it can be a stop over point for dealers going to the National. I have permission (that is exactly the right word) to go to the show next weekend on my way to Cleveland. Woohoo! If I get my act together in time, I will be there. Details about "getting my act together" will go to the National server. ================= Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2014 08:37:20 -0700 To: OBC Ramblings Subject: For those going to Nationals From: Patrick Prickett Hi All, I'm bummed Iwon't make Nationals this year ... but for those of you going ... Ithought I'd send my very short shopping list: 1) 1952 Topps GREY BACK #189 Pete Reiser (If you think the price is insane,it isn't. I'll take it!) 2) 1923 W572s: 5 Barbare, 11 Cadore, 25 Duncan, 33 Gowdy, 41 Heilmann, 58 Mamaux, 69 Naylor, 74 Parkinson, 81 Rapp, 82 Reuther, 84 Rigney, 94 Sewell, 113 Wambsgans, 119 Joe Wood If you see these, grab them and I will hit you back hard. (If you need to, call me at (718) 344-7969.) Thanks, and good luck to those of you going! Very jealous! Ps - As a fun fact, did you know that in the 1923 W572 set, Babe Ruth and Walter Johnson were printed on the same strip (along with Ty Cobb) and were next to each other? How'd you like to get that uncut strip as a child?!?! One of them still exists - but the owner won't sell it. He says it will end up in Cooperstown someday. ================= Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2014 12:13:01 -0400 To: Steve Rittenberg Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Columbus show next weekend From: Jimi Hey Steve and all, The show you are talking about is at the Veterans Memorial, which is scheduled to be torn down this year. It's normally a good show with 100+ tables and run by a husband/wife duo, JD and Stacy, who are located straight through the doors and to the back right. Both Wes Shepard and Tom Housley can back me up with this saying his table is likely to be the best table for OBCguys. He's got a great assortment of '50s and '60s stuff (all ungraded), and mostly low to midgrade stuff. His deals will likely be the best at theshow, but sometimes there are others with good deals as well. JD has heard of OBC, but doesn't have OBC discounts. He will work with you on prices though. I can tell you that Wes, Tom, and me all make sure we head to his table first. :) Hope that helps...and hope to see you all soon! Sent from my iPad > On Jul 20, 2014, at 10:11 AM, "Steve Rittenberg srittenberg@gmail.com [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > Does anyone know about / plan on attending a show in Columbus OH next > weekend? I understand that it can be a stop over point for dealers > going to the National. I have permission (that is exactly the right > word) to go to the show next weekend on my way to Cleveland. Woohoo! > If I get my act together in time, I will be there. Details about > "getting my act together" will go to the National server. > Steve ================= Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2014 16:55:45 -0400 (EDT) To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: web page rules From: smartalecx@aol.com i would like to rearrange the three web pages allowed to me by my provider, but to do so, that would mean including some UV set wantlists on my obc landing page. is this allowed under OBC rules? Gary Mandell 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 Chicago, IL 60613-5518 _http://gmcards.homestead.com/mywebpage.html_ (http://gmcards.homestead.com/) Member: OCT, OBC, DT, TB ================= Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2014 17:05:33 -0500 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: National From: Yaz Wade has spent the last week in the hospital with some medical problems but he got out today and we are fairly certain he will be well to travel to Cleveland. Meanwhile, after spending just about all my time at work or in the hospital or driving between the two, I have got pretty behind getting our trip organized. I'm also behind about 200 email messages which I will try to catch up on but in case I miss something I would like an update on two things if possible. First, the ball game on Thursday night. Are we still buying tickets at the door that night? Is there a meet place set up? Wade is pretty excited about seeing his team, (the Mariners), and wants to get there early enough to see batting practice. Second, the tickets to get into the National. Are we still doing it the OBC way? How will that work? Do I need to pay someone in advance? Who do I call? forgive me if these questions have already been answered and/or discussed. I just wanted to ask them in case I don't get though the emails because of my crowded life. Greg (yaz) ================= Date: 20 Jul 2014 16:39:56 -0700 To: Subject: Re: web page rules From: directorth@aol.com ================= Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2014 19:43:14 -0400 (EDT) To: yazobc@gmail.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] National (Yaz questions) From: ChicoD1@aol.com Content-Language: en Looking forward to seeing you and Wade next week. We are going to wait until we get into town to decide on tickets (checking the weather). In all honesty, the only place we have problems getting tickets on game day is Chicago. I would imagine we will be getting them at the game. We are doing OBC badge deal. Again $10 a day up to a max of $30. I usually will be carrying an extra badge because I think I will be the shuttle bus again LOL. happens is you call me and I'll come out to the lobby and meet you. The other badges are usually held by Steve and Mike. Have their numbers handy in case I don't hear my phone in the show. Make sure you all have my number and call me when you get into town. Mike and Steve are usually the collectors of the badge fund. In a message dated 7/20/2014 6:05:35 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: Wade has spent the last week in the hospital with some medical problems but he got out today and we are fairly certain he will be well to travel to Cleveland. Meanwhile, after spending just about all my time at work or in the hospital or driving between the two, I have got pretty behind getting our trip organized. I'm also behind about 200 email messages which I will try to catch up on but in case I miss something I would like an update on two things if possible. First, the ball game on Thursday night. Are we still buying tickets at the door that night? Is there a meet place set up? Wade is pretty excited about seeing his team, (the Mariners), and wants to get there early enough to see batting practice. Second, the tickets to get into the National. Are we still doing it the OBC way? How will that work? Do I need to pay someone in advance? Who do I call? forgive me if these questions have already been answered and/or discussed. I just wanted to ask them in case I don't get though the emails because of my crowded life. Greg (yaz) ================= Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2014 12:21:22 -0400 (EDT) To: KEVINM38@aol.com, dugouttraders@yahoogroups.com, Subject: national From: smartalecx@aol.com found out that the 2016 national is scheduled to be in atlantic city Gary Mandell 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 Chicago, IL 60613-5518 Member: OBC, OCT, DT, TB ================= Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2014 12:25:57 -0400 To: "smartalecx@aol.com" Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] national From: BBC Trading Maybe I'll be able to finally go to my first National! I'm in Jersey and will likely be able to make it. Nice. Andy Huntoon Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 21, 2014, at 12:21 PM, "smartalecx@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" > found out that the 2016 national is scheduled to be in atlantic city > Gary Mandell > 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 > Chicago, IL 60613-5518 > Member: OBC, OCT, DT, TB ================= To: Mike Napoleon , "smartalecx@aol.com" Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2014 13:41:59 -0400 Subject: RE: [DugoutTraders] Re: [Tradingbases] national From: richard dingman Chicago again. To: smartalecx@aol.com; KEVINM38@aol.com; dugouttraders@yahoogroups.com; OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com; OCTraders@yahoogroups.com; Tradingbases@yahoogroups.com From: DugoutTraders-noreply@yahoogroups.com Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2014 10:41:08 -0700 Subject: [DugoutTraders] Re: [Tradingbases] national Any idea where the 2015 is? Peace, Mike Napoleon 3445 Iron Rock Ct Pennsauken, NJ 08109 From: "smartalecx@aol.com [Tradingbases]" To: KEVINM38@aol.com; dugouttraders@yahoogroups.com; OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com; OCTraders@yahoogroups.com; Tradingbases@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, July 21, 2014 12:21 PM Subject: [Tradingbases] national found out that the 2016 national is scheduled to be in atlantic Mandell3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108Chicago, IL 60613-5518Member: OBC, OCT, DT, TB ================= Date: 21 Jul 2014 11:23:38 -0700 To: Subject: Re: national From: directorth@aol.com ================= To: Smartalecx@aol.com, dugouttraders@yahoogroups.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com, Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2014 15:09:33 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: national From: KEVINM38@aol.com I have heard that as well That one I am making for sure!!! Happy Trading, -----Original Message----- From: Smartalecx To: KEVINM38 ; dugouttraders ; OBC-Ramblings ; OCTraders ; Tradingbases Sent: Mon, Jul 21, 2014 12:21 pm Subject: national found out that the 2016 national is scheduled to be in atlantic city Gary Mandell 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 Chicago, IL 60613-5518 Member: OBC, OCT, DT, TB ================= Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2014 16:53:51 -0400 To: OBC Ramblings Subject: Waiver - 70s non sports From: Jake Elwell Guys - I got a stack of non sport cards as a throw-in on a deal this weekend at the flea market. Now have a few Partridge Family, Brady Bunch and a whole bunch of Welcome Back Kotter (enough for a starter lot) so feel free tosend list(s) or point me in your direction and I'll see what I've got. Don't forget your mailing address... Cheers to all, Jake PS The Susan Dey Rookie Card is already off to Hilliard, Florida for Guru's Partridge set so don't bother asking for that one! ================= To: jelwell8@earthlink.net, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2014 17:03:14 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Thanks to Joshua Levine From: ricktopps@aol.com I was another fortunate recipient of Joshua=E2=99s generosity as I knowmost of OBC has been hit by him in the past weeks. I received a late 1970=E2=99s Joe Morgan OPC card when he was a member of The Big Red Machine.I used to love watching them square off against the Oakland A=E2=99s and others in the early and mid 70=E2=99s. Thanks Joshua!! Rick Johnson ================= Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2014 17:27:30 -0400 To: obc ramblings Subject: #5s from Joshua Levine and Uncle Baseball From: Matthew Glidden Joshua sent me a blast of modern #5s that included (among others) a pitcher from Allentown, PA that ended up on my type collection blog. http://number5typecollection.blogspot.com/2014/07/well-were-pitching-here-in-allentown.html He helped me discover "Uncle Baseball," a kind of hybrid Uncle Sam / Mr. Met who personified Allentown's Ambassadors until they folded in 2004. He's not the only baseball-headed mascot, but maybe the one closest to the birthplace of liberty. eBay has at least one bobblehead if you like that kind of thing: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Allentown-PA-Uncle-Baseball-Mascot-Bobblehead-FREE-SHIPPING-No-Box-Phillies-/260931337355 Thanks Joshua! ================= Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2014 20:34:13 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Gurus Grading Service (GGS) From: Larry Tipton Good Evening Collectors! Just a reminder that a representative from GGS will be available at the OBCSWAP session, accepting submissions for grading. Cards can be returned to the submitter, or donated to the OBC "Basement of Fame" collection, which will of course be on display. This service is provided free of charge to OBCmembers. Some highlights from the "Basement of Fame" collection that will be on display: * Several cards from Gurus 2012 "Sewer Collection" find, and also Gurus 2013 "Hole Punch" find!! * Several cards from the 1964 Leaf "Munsters" set, including one card graded GEM MINT 10!! * The famous 198_ Topps #620 Dwight Gooden "White Powder" card, NM7!! * 1953 Bowman Joe Tipton (EX-MT 6) the "TIPTON-TIPTON"!! * Two examples from the George Vrechek "Chicago Fire Find", one crisp-frontand one crisp-back. Both graded TIPTON MINT 10!!! * "The Lenny"=85=85.from Tom Elliotts childhood collection, 1970 Topps football #1 Len Dawson. Is it the ink drawn "hippie" hair? The ink drawn "beard"? The ink drawn "John Lennon" glasses? OBCers are always star-struck by "The CEO Gurus Grading Service ================= Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2014 00:48:36 -0400 (EDT) To: smartalecx@aol.com, KEVINM38@aol.com, dugouttraders@yahoogroups.com, Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] national From: ChicoD1@aol.com Content-Language: en Here is the schedule for the next few years... 2014: Cleveland 2015: Chicago 2016: Atlantic City 2017: Chicago 2018: Cleveland 2019: Chicago. - In a message dated 7/21/2014 12:21:27 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: found out that the 2016 national is scheduled to be in atlantic city Gary Mandell 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 Chicago, IL 60613-5518 Member: OBC, OCT, DT, TB ================= To: Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2014 05:58:54 -0500 Subject: Re: Gurus Grading Service (GGS) From: "George Vrechek" I think it is great that the Guru waives his fees for grading at the National. It makes it a little easier for him because he can refuse to grade cards that are better than Fair as being un-Tipton-gradable. Then you are just dealing with the various shades of crummy cards and you don't have to worry about them being authentic. A bonus is that the cards are not actually slabbed and you can still remove them from the Guru-graded holders, bang them around a few more times and resubmit them for re-grading with the hope of achieving a Tipton Gem Mint 10 plus or whatever the correct terminology is. It is hard to envision a card though that is at the same time burnt, water-damaged, trimmed, punched, creased, written-on, frayed, and with no hint of any gloss. ================= Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2014 05:49:28 -0700 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com, George Vrechek Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Re: Gurus Grading Service (GGS) From: Glenn Codere Did we not once speculate that a "true" Tipton Gem Mint would in fact be "no card at all"? i.e one that had been so creased, torn, punched, worn, water-damaged, and/or burnt that there absolutely nothing left of it? On Tue, 7/22/14, 'George Vrechek' vrechek@ameritech.net [OBC-Ramblings] Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Re: Gurus Grading Service (GGS) To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Tuesday, July 22, 2014, 11:58 AM I think it is great that the Guru waives his fees for grading at the National. It makes it a little easier for him because he can refuse to grade cards that are better than Fair as being un-Tipton-gradable. Then you are just dealing with the various shades of crummy cards and you don=E2=99t have to worry about them being authentic. A bonus is that the cards are not actually slabbed and you can still remove them from the Guru-graded holders, bang them around a few more times and resubmit them for re-grading with the hope of achieving a Tipton Gem Mint 10 plus or whatever the correct terminology is. It is hard to envision a card though that is at the same time burnt, water-damaged, trimmed, punched, creased, written-on, frayed, and with no hint of any gloss.George ================= Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2014 12:12:59 -0500 To: Ramblings Subject: 1935 Diamond Stars Baseball Card 36 Earnie Lombardi Cincinnati Reds From: Steve Rittenberg I picked up a cheap Lombardi. Seller has other Diamonds stars available but I already have them. Let me know if you want me to grab some others. Or get 'em yerself. Steve Rittenberg View item: 1935 Diamond Stars Baseball Card 36 Earnie Lombardi Cincinnati Reds End time: Jul 22, 2014, 12:09:51 PM CDT Sent from my iPhone ================= Date: 22 Jul 2014 11:15:31 -0700 To: Subject: 1978 Topps Superman From: tvalacak@comcast.net ================= Date: 22 Jul 2014 14:28:05 -0700 To: Subject: 1937 From: rlabs1@yahoo.com ================= Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2014 19:28:44 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Fwd: Info regarding the National BBQ? From: Jimi OK, so I take it there is no BBQ? I'm surprised no one has answered my questions I posted below about the BBQ a couple days ago. Maybe I mis-read the info from awhile back about there being an OBC thing Friday night. Thereis nothing on National roster indicating that there is one. Just looking for info regarding it (if there is one) and whether my request would be permitted. But if there isn't one, then I'm sorry for asking again. Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: > From: Jimi > Date: July 21, 2014 at 12:27:48 PM EDT > To: OBC National > Subject: Fwd: Info regarding the National BBQ? > Yikes! No one has info? > Sent from my iPad > Begin forwarded message: >> From: Jimi >> Date: July 20, 2014 at 11:38:46 AM EDT >> To: OBC National >> Subject: Info regarding the National BBQ? >> Hey guys, >> Could someone please pass me more info on the BBQ at the National? I originally didn't think I could go, so I deleted those emails....but I think I can attend now. One thing that could be of concern for some OBCers is that if I go, I'd be bringing a buddy of mine since childhood, Bryan Long. Some of you met him at the Strongsville Show this year. He's a former VCTerand current Net54 guy, and he's actually the reason I discovered online trading back in 2002. Would it be acceptable to bring him along for the ride? He may very well just want to go back to the hotel for all I know....butI figured I had better ask here first. :) He's not very active anymore since he has chosen a life outside of old cardboard in the last couple years(Ha!), but maybe this would be a great way to convince him to jump back inthrough some good ole cardboard conversation! Also, this might be the only way I can meet some of you since I won't be at the swap session. >> Thanks guys! Only two weeks left! >> Jimi >> Sent from my iPad ================= To: obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 00:37:25 GMT Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Fwd: Info regarding the National BBQ? From: "cardclctor@aol.com" ================= Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2014 23:13:15 -0400 (EDT) To: cardclctor@aol.com, obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Fwd: Info regarding the National BBQ? From: ChicoD1@aol.com Content-Language: en I'm not sure, but we might wind up with roasted Doritos and beer! And we are going to need to need some directions to Sam's. I need to get these in the hands of Big Al before he winds up in Brazil! (OK let the Big Al stories In a message dated 7/22/2014 8:37:31 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: You sent your original email to the wrong address. The one dedicated to the National activities is _obc-national@yahoogroups.com_ (mailto:obc-national@yahoogroups.com) not egroups... otherwise I certainly would've answered it before right now: The BBQ is at Sam Taylor's house on Friday after the show lets out. You are certainly welcome to bring Bryan along if he wants to go. I'll probably send out an email this weekend (on the National server) to get a better idea of how many people I'll be cooking for... and if there's any special dietary requests (kosher, vegan etc) or allergies (seafood, peanuts, shiny cardboard, etc) that I need to be aware of, so I can prepare the menu - that's right, I'm planning a a whole slew of stuff... whether or not that plan comes to fruition remains t o be seen, but at this point I'm dreaming big :-) 240 more hours or so until the first hot dogs hit the fire, Ken M Sent from my not really all that smartphone ------ Original message------ From: Jimi jimivintage@yahoo.com [... Date: Tue, 7/22/2014 7:28 PM To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com; Subject:[OBC-Ramblings] Fwd: Info regarding the National BBQ? OK, so I take it there is no BBQ? I'm surprised no one has answered my questions I posted below about the BBQ a couple days ago. Maybe I mis-read the info from awhile back about there being an OBC thing Friday night. There is nothing on National roster indicating that there is one. Just looking for info regarding it (if there is one) and whether my request would be permitted. But if there isn't one, then I'm sorry for asking again. Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: From: Jimi <_jimivintage@yahoo.com_ (mailto:jimivintage@yahoo.com) > Date: July 21, 2014 at 12:27:48 PM EDT To: OBC National <_OBC_National@egroups.com_ (mailto:OBC_National@egroups.com) > Subject: Fwd: Info regarding the National BBQ? Yikes! No one has info? Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: From: Jimi <_jimivintage@yahoo.com_ (mailto:jimivintage@yahoo.com) > Date: July 20, 2014 at 11:38:46 AM EDT To: OBC National <_OBC_National@egroups.com_ (mailto:OBC_National@egroups.com) > Subject: Info regarding the National BBQ? Hey guys, Could someone please pass me more info on the BBQ at the National? I originally didn't think I could go, so I deleted those emails....but I think I c an attend now. One thing that could be of concern for some OBCers is that if I go, I'd be bringing a buddy of mine since childhood, Bryan Long. Some of you met him at the Strongsville Show this year. He's a former VCTer and current Net54 guy, and he's actually the reason I discovere d online trading back in 2002. Would it be acceptable to bring him along for the ride? He may very well just want to go back to the hotel for all I know....but I figured I had better ask here first. :) He's not very active since he has chosen a life outside of old cardboard in the last couple years (Ha!), but maybe this would be a great way to convince him to jump back in through some good ole cardboard conversation! Also, this might be the only way I can meet some of you since I won't be at the swap session. Thanks guys! Only two weeks left! Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 01:09:22 -0400 (EDT) To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: What's the next set? From: ChicoD1@aol.com Well with the National coming around, and looking for handshakes I've been looking at a different set to start on. If things go the way I plan, 1961, 1963-65 Topps will have a want list. Some sets I found interesting are the 1953 Bowman Color, the 1960 Fleer set, and the 1977 Topps Cloth/puzzles. So I ask the group... what set should I really get to start on at the National? It's got to be somewhat do-able and not cost me my house to work on. A- 1953 Bowman Color (I have the Musial) B- 1960 Fleer (yeah I know, last card impossible) C- 1977 Topps Cloth (just a cool idea) D- All of them E- Other _________________(fill in the blank with your choice) ================= To: obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 07:28:10 GMT Subject: Re: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Fwd: Info regarding the National BBQ? From: "cardclctor@aol.com" ================= Date: 23 Jul 2014 02:51:25 -0700 To: Subject: Re: What's the next set? From: directorth@aol.com ================= Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 03:04:19 -0700 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Re: What's the next set? From: Glenn Codere One of these days, someone is going to end up in a straitjacket, and it'll be your fault. On Wed, 7/23/14, directorth@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] wrote: Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Re: What's the next set? To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Wednesday, July 23, 2014, 10:51 AM Of course the answer is "all of them". But you really need to go for the '77 Cloth set. Why? VARIATIONS! Just like the infamous Red Bastards and Blue Bastards, each one of the stickers, and each one of the puzzle pieces, comes with * and ** next to the copyright. So that's TWO full sets of the 1977 Cloth Sticker set you need to hunt for. You're welcome! ================= Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 10:01:44 -0500 To: Ramblings Subject: Columbus OH show this weekend From: Steve Rittenberg Things are looking like I can attend the Columbus OH show this weekend on the way to the National. Does anyone plan to attend? Does anyone recommend a place to stay or should I hit Priceline? I haven't decided if I will phone promoter (and OBC friendly dealer) JD Heckathorn. Steve Rittenberg Sent from my iPhone ================= To: , Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 11:29:49 -0400 Subject: small set cards available From: Hi Everyone: I have the following small set cards available, please let me know if you can use any of these. All are Baseball unless noted. 1974 Wonder Bread FB: 1, 15, 26, 30 1974 Fleer Pioneers of Baseball: 1 1975 Wonder Bread FB: 4, 10, 11, 13, 19, 20, 21, 22 1976 Wonder Bread FB: 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18,19, 21, 22, 23, 24 1979 Burger King Yankees: 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18 1979 Burger King Phillies: 18, 19 1979 Hostess: 46, 47, 76 1979 TCMA 50=E2=99s: 139, 150, 157 1980 Tcma: 91, 92, 94, 100, 101, 102, 103, 112, 115, 117, 120, 126, 127, 129, 130, 132 1980 Kelloggs: 38, 53 1980 Burger King Phillies: 5, 6, 7, 9, 11, 14, 21 1981 Coke Phillies: 3, 5, 6, 7, 9, 11 1981 Coke Cardinals: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11 1981 Coke Redsox: 11 1981 Kelloggs: 46 1981 Perma Graphic: Bench 1982 Coke Reds: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19 1984 Topps Glossy send in: 1, 5, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 19, 23, 30, 36, 37 1986 Quaker: 30 1986 Topps Glossy send in: 31, 38 1987 Topps Glossy Send in: 13, 43, 44 1987 Ralston Purina: 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 11, 13 1987 Nestle: 4, 16, 29 1991 Post: 10 1992 Kelloggs: 6 2005 Topps Barry Bonds HR: 394, 417, 423, 459, 502, 510, 540, 601, 627 2006 Topps Own the game: 24, 25 2006 Topps Hobby Masters: 15, 16 2010 Topps cards your mom threw out: 4, 22, 43, 52, 54, 59, 60, 82, 97, 109 ================= Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 15:36:42 GMT To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Guru's Grading Service (GGS) From: "Peter" Content-Disposition: inline I believe that the true mystique of a "Tipton" card lies in one or more of these 1) the card was 'found' or 'discovered' someplace - and not 'created' by the 2) someone is offering the card for sale or trade 3) someone actually wanted to own the card 4) ...the wonder of the story behind the card and how it 'became' 4a) ...there are wonderful stories still out there - beyond bike spokes, dog chews and the back pockets of the jeans just pulled from the wash... Keep up the good work Guru - the truth of the 'Tipton Gem Mint' is out there... 1b. Re: Gurus Grading Service (GGS) Posted by: "Glenn Codere" glenncodere@yahoo.com glenncodere Date: Tue Jul 22, 2014 5:49 am ((PDT))Did we notonce speculate that a "true" Tipton Gem Mint would in fact be "no card at all"? i.e one that had been so creased, torn, punched, worn, water-damaged,and/or burnt that there absolutely nothing left of it?Glenn The #1 Worst Carb Ever? Click to Learn #1 Carb that Kills Your Blood Sugar (Don't Eat This!) http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/53cfd6c563dba56c5420cst02vuc ================= Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 14:17:18 -0400 To: "cardclctor@aol.com" Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Fwd: Info regarding the National BBQ? From: Jimi Hi Ken (and all), Appreciate the e-mail. I'm glad I reposted this to Ramblings instead of the ghost National server that I was attempting to send it to. LOL I just copied and pasted, so not sure how that happened. Anyway, I'll make sure tosend it to the appropriate place in the future. :) Looking forward to meeting everyone. I wish I could go to the Swap Session, but looks like it'll have to be next year in Chicago. 'Til Friday... Sent from my iPad > On Jul 22, 2014, at 8:37 PM, "'cardclctor@aol.com' cardclctor@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > Jimi, > You sent your original email to the wrong address. The one dedicated tothe National activities is obc-national@yahoogroups.com not egroups... otherwise I certainly would've answered it before right now: > The BBQ is at Sam Taylor's house on Friday after the show lets out. You are certainly welcome to bring Bryan along if he wants to go. I'll probablysend out an email this weekend (on the National server) to get a better idea of how many people I'll be cooking for... and if there's any special dietary requests (kosher, vegan etc) or allergies (seafood, peanuts, shiny cardboard, etc) that I need to be aware of, so I can prepare the menu - that'sright, I'm planning a a whole slew of stuff... whether or not that plan comes to fruition remains to be seen, but at this point I'm dreaming big :-)240 more hours or so until the first hot dogs hit the fire, > Ken M > Sent from my not really all that smartphone > ------ Original message------ > From: Jimi jimivintage@yahoo.com [... > Date: Tue, 7/22/2014 7:28 PM > To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com; > Subject:[OBC-Ramblings] Fwd: Info regarding the National BBQ? > OK, so I take it there is no BBQ? I'm surprised no one has answered my questions I posted below about the BBQ a couple days ago. Maybe I mis-read the info from awhile back about there being an OBC thing Friday night. There is nothing on National roster indicating that there is one. Just looking for info regarding it (if there is one) and whether my request would be permitted. But if there isn't one, then I'm sorry for asking again. > Jimi > Sent from my iPad > Begin forwarded message: >> From: Jimi >> Date: July 21, 2014 at 12:27:48 PM EDT >> To: OBC National >> Subject: Fwd: Info regarding the National BBQ? >> Yikes! No one has info? >> Sent from my iPad >> Begin forwarded message: >>> From: Jimi >>> Date: July 20, 2014 at 11:38:46 AM EDT >>> To: OBC National >>> Subject: Info regarding the National BBQ? >>> Hey guys, >>> Could someone please pass me more info on the BBQ at the National? I originally didn't think I could go, so I deleted those emails....but I thinkI can attend now. One thing that could be of concern for some OBCers is that if I go, I'd be bringing a buddy of mine since childhood, Bryan Long. Some of you met him at the Strongsville Show this year. He's a former VCT er and current Net54 guy, and he's actually the reason I discovered online trading back in 2002. Would it be acceptable to bring him along for the ride? He may very well just want to go back to the hotel for all I know....but I figured I had better ask here first. :) He's not very active anymoresince he has chosen a life outside of old cardboard in the last couple years (Ha!), but maybe this would be a great way to convince him to jump back in through some good ole cardboard conversation! Also, this might be the only way I can meet some of you since I won't be at the swap session. >>> Thanks guys! Only two weeks left! >>> Jimi >>> Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 23:16:11 -0400 (EDT) To: cardclctor@aol.com, obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Fwd: Info regarding the National BBQ? From: ChicoD1@aol.com Content-Language: en I'm just looking forward to eating the ribs...as long as you haven't finished them already LOL! In a message dated 7/23/2014 3:28:15 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: It's too late to give Al the directions to Sam's... unless of course you want him to get there when the National returns to Cleveland in 2018. And as far as having roasted Doritos and beer... HA! First off, I've been working in a supermarket for thirty years, so I know my way around one. Secondly Sal, you've seen the way I eat, so I know how to put together a pretty good meal I think. I may not be a professional like our own Anthony Arbeeny, but I have a lot of experience grilling up food for a dozen or two people. So next Friday Mr. Domino, in addition to other things, you will be eating those words. Ken M Sent from my not really all that smartphone ------ Original message------ Date: Tue, 7/22/2014 11:13 PM To: cardclctor@aol.com;obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com; Subject:Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Fwd: Info regarding the National BBQ? I'm not sure, but we might wind up with roasted Doritos and beer! And we are going to need to need some directions to Sam's. I need to get these in the hands of Big Al before he winds up in Brazil! (OK let the Big Al stories In a message dated 7/22/2014 8:37:31 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: You sent your original email to the wrong address. The one dedicated to the National activities is _obc-national@yahoogroups.com_ (mailto:obc-national@yahoogroups.com) not egroups... otherwise I certainly would've answered it before right now: The BBQ is at Sam Taylor's house on Friday after the show lets out. You are certainly welcome to bring Bryan along if he wants to go. I'll probably send out an email this weekend (on the National server) to get a better idea of how many people I'll be cooking for... and if there's any special dietary requests (kosher, vegan etc) or allergies (seafood, peanuts, shiny cardboard, etc) that I need to be aware of, so I can prepare the menu - that's right, I'm planning a a whole slew of stuff... whether or not that plan comes to fruition remains t o be seen, but at this point I'm dreaming big :-) 240 more hours or so until the first hot dogs hit the fire, Ken M Sent from my not really all that smartphone ------ Original message------ From: Jimi jimivintage@yahoo.com [... Date: Tue, 7/22/2014 7:28 PM To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com; Subject:[OBC-Ramblings] Fwd: Info regarding the National BBQ? OK, so I take it there is no BBQ? I'm surprised no one has answered my questions I posted below about the BBQ a couple days ago. Maybe I mis-read the info from awhile back about there being an OBC thing Friday night. There is nothing on National roster indicating that there is one. Just looking for info regarding it (if there is one) and whether my request would be permitted. But if there isn't one, then I'm sorry for asking again. Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: From: Jimi <_jimivintage@yahoo.com_ (mailto:jimivintage@yahoo.com) > Date: July 21, 2014 at 12:27:48 PM EDT To: OBC National <_OBC_National@egroups.com_ (mailto:OBC_National@egroups.com) > Subject: Fwd: Info regarding the National BBQ? Yikes! No one has info? Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: From: Jimi <_jimivintage@yahoo.com_ (mailto:jimivintage@yahoo.com) > Date: July 20, 2014 at 11:38:46 AM EDT To: OBC National <_OBC_National@egroups.com_ (mailto:OBC_National@egroups.com) > Subject: Info regarding the National BBQ? Hey guys, Could someone please pass me more info on the BBQ at the National? I originally didn't think I could go, so I deleted those emails....but I think can attend now. One thing that could be of concern for some OBCers is that if I go, I'd be bringing a buddy of mine since childhood, Bryan Long.. Some of you met him at the Strongsville Show this year. He's a former VCTer and current Net54 guy, and he's actually the reason I discovere d online trading back in 2002. Would it be acceptable to bring him along for the ride? He may very well just want to go back to the hotel for all I know....but I figured I had better ask here first. :) He's not very active anymore since he has chosen a life outside of old cardboard in the last couple years (Ha!), but maybe this would be a great way to convince him to jump back in through some good ole cardboard conversation! Also, this m ight be the only way I can meet some of you since I won't be at the swap session. Thanks guys! Only two weeks left! Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 23:22:42 -0400 (EDT) To: glenncodere@yahoo.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Re: What's the next set? From: ChicoD1@aol.com Content-Language: en Hey Glenn, At least I got to give you a sleeve a few years ago! In a message dated 7/23/2014 6:04:23 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: One of these days, someone is going to end up in a straitjacket, and it'll be your fault. On Wed, 7/23/14, directorth@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] wrote: Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Re: What's the next set? To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Wednesday, July 23, 2014, 10:51 AM Of course the answer is "all of them". But you really need to go for the '77 Cloth set. Why? VARIATIONS! Just like the infamous Red Bastards and Blue Bastards, each one of the stickers, and each one of the puzzle pieces, comes with * and ** next to the copyright. So that's TWO full sets of the 1977 Cloth Sticker set you need to hunt for. You're welcome! ================= Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2014 10:25:38 -0700 To: OBC-Ramblings Subject: Net 54 From: Rick I won an auction on net54 and the guy said he sent them to someone else that won a different auction and didn't think he would get the cards back and said he would give me my money back. Question since Im new to net54 do I donothing,post something some where to let people know I never got cards or send a complaint some where. I haven't ask for my money back yet hoping he gets the cards and sends them to me. Sent from my iPad ================= To: "'Rick'" , Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2014 10:43:05 -0700 Subject: RE: [OBC-Ramblings] Net 54 From: "Grant Rainsley" If it was me: If the refund comes, I would do nothing further at that point, since (a) accidents can happen.......but this sounds odd............and (b) if he sold them to someone else who made a better offer, you will never be able to prove it. Be happy with getting the refund. One thing I would consider doing is sending the Moderator (Leon) a PM explaining the situation, identifying the seller, just as an FYI. Leon doesn't seem to have much tolerance for any shysters on the board. At least that way he is aware, and can file it away should something else come up with the seller. (He may have had other notifications via PM that we aren't aware of). If he IS a shyster, he won't be on that board for long. If you are new to the board, just be careful with your actions.......there are tons of drama queens and guys with super-inflated egos on From: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com [mailto:OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Rick rick.lyons22@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings] Sent: July-24-14 10:26 AM To: OBC-Ramblings Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Net 54 I won an auction on net54 and the guy said he sent them to someone else that won a different auction and didn't think he would get the cards back and said he would give me my money back. Question since Im new to net54 do I do nothing,post something some where to let people know I never got cards or send a complaint some where. I haven't ask for my money back yet hoping he gets the cards and sends them to me. Sent from my iPad No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2014.0.4716 / Virus Database: 3986/7911 - Release Date: 07/24/14 ================= Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2014 14:29:24 -0400 To: Rick Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Net 54 From: BBC Trading I agree completely with Grant here. Let Leon know privately so he is aware of the situation. If you get a refund then that's great. It could be a simple mistake which can happen. I've had a lot of great deals with guys on N54and feel its a safe place to buy and sell overall. But if you're new then try not to cause drama. Like Grant said there are a lot of people who will come down on you for it. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 24, 2014, at 1:25 PM, "Rick rick.lyons22@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > I won an auction on net54 and the guy said he sent them to someone else that won a different auction and didn't think he would get the cards back and said he would give me my money back. Question since Im new to net54 do I do nothing,post something some where to let people know I never got cards or send a complaint some where. I haven't ask for my money back yet hoping he gets the cards and sends them to me. > Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2014 11:34:03 -0700 To: OBCRamblings Subject: National request From: EEK Summer time & the livin is..........hectic! Lot's of fun but hectic. With birthdays, bike parades, family reunions & neighborhood block parties (mostly at our place)there isnot a free weekend in July or August. Hence, no National again this year. I do have a request for anyone doing shopping for absentees. One of my most prized collections is the 58 Topps Tigers set with autographs.Most of the autographs were obtained by my son Dustin and I using the cards I collected back in 58, so it's completion has special significance. My mission (impossible?) is toobtain the final 5 autographed 58's consisting of the late Hank Aguirre, Harry Byrd, Jim Hegan, CharlieLau & Tom Morgan. Obviously we will not find those guys at any signings so they have to be secured via dealers or private collectors.On the off chance that one of you guys might find one of these I would gladly pay any reasonable amount plus any S&H. If you do not want to be the middleman perhaps you could put me in contact with the dealer via phone or text at (810) 577-3691. Thanks much in advance to any potential shoppers! "we keep what we give away!" ================= Date: 24 Jul 2014 11:39:08 -0700 To: Subject: Re: Columbus OH show this weekend From: directorth@aol.com ================= Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2014 14:45:14 -0400 To: "directorth@aol.com" Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Re: Columbus OH show this weekend From: Jimi I may try to go as well. We will see. My 3 year old niece is staying withus for the weekend and I may have a job interview that day. Not sure yet.Let me know 100% if you guys do go, and then I'll plan on driving down. :) Steve, everything Tom mentions about the area and the show is correct. Good show if you don't mind the $7 fee to get in. :( Sent from my iPad > On Jul 24, 2014, at 2:39 PM, "directorth@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" > Steve, > I think I may try to go on Saturday; Columbus is only an hour from me, & maybe I can get a good pre-National find at JD's table. Not sure if Wes orJimi will be coming. > As far as somewhere to stay... the show is near the heart of f downtown Columbus. Rates at those hotels will probably be pretty high. I suppose you could detour after the show & head west on I-70 to one of the hotels nearerthe I-270 outerbelt (I don't recall any hotels near where 71 intersects 270 north of town although I'm sure there must be something) > If you still feel like driving after the show, head north on I-71 toward Cleveland; Mansfield is about an hour north of Columbus & there are a a couple of hotels there that might be cheaper. Of course, if you REALLY feel like driving, Cleveland is only about 2 1/2 hours north of Columbus, so you could settle right into your National hotel. > The show JD puts on in Columbus is generally very good, with quite a few vintage dealers (including many of our favorites). Admission is free - but the parking is most definitely NOT free. If memory serves, it's around 6 or7 bucks to park in the lot at Veteran's Memorial where the show is, which is outrageous. COSI, which is right across the street, has parking for $5 (on their website, or $8 according to a site which lists Columbus-area parking). I suppose you might be able to find free parking somewhere in the nearby neighborhood,, but to me it looks like a pretty sketchy area. > FYI the Columbus Clippers (AAA affiliate of the Indians) have home games Friday night, Saturday night & Sunday night; I've never been to one of their games but the new ballpark, which is supposed to be quite nice, is close to Veterans Memorial in a trendy neighborhood, in case you feel like sticking around Columbus & seeing a game. > What time are you planning on coming (or are you coming to the show on Sunday?) > Tom ================= Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2014 12:09:50 -0700 To: Grant Rainsley , 'Rick' , Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Net 54 From: Geno Wagner I agree, let Leon know. You may be one of many and nobody will know if you don't tell him. He roots out the scum pretty quickly!! Take Care, > From: "'Grant Rainsley' grains@shaw.ca [OBC-Ramblings]" >To: 'Rick' ; 'OBC-Ramblings' >Sent: Thursday, July 24, 2014 12:43 PM >Subject: RE: [OBC-Ramblings] Net 54 >If it was me: If the refund comes, I would do nothing further at that point, since (a) accidents can happen.......but this sounds odd............and (b) if he sold them to someone else who made a better offer, you will neverbe able to prove it. Be happy with getting the refund. >One thing I would consider doing is sending the Moderator (Leon) a PM explaining the situation, identifying the seller, just as an FYI. Leon doesn=E2=99t seem to have much tolerance for any shysters on the board. At leastthat way he is aware, and can file it away should something else come up with the seller. (He may have had other notifications via PM that we aren=E2=99t aware of). If he IS a shyster, he won=E2=99t be on that board for long. >If you are new to the board, just be careful with your actions.......thereare tons of drama queens and guys with super-inflated egos on there.......... >From:OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com [mailto:OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Rick rick.lyons22@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings] >Sent: July-24-14 10:26 AM >To: OBC-Ramblings >Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Net 54 >I won an auction on net54 and the guy said he sent them to someone else that won a different auction and didn't think he would get the cards back andsaid he would give me my money back. Question since Im new to net54 do I do nothing,post something some where to let people know I never got cards orsend a complaint some where. I haven't ask for my money back yet hoping hegets the cards and sends them to me. >Sent from my iPad >No virus found in this message. >Checked by AVG - www.avg.com >Version: 2014.0.4716 / Virus Database: 3986/7911 - Release Date: 07/24/14 ================= Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2014 14:33:49 -0500 To: Jimi Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Re: Columbus OH show this weekend From: TJ Valacak If you want to talk outrageous parking prices, come to Chicago. $13 bucks to park at the convention center parking garage. $5 to park at the Metra (public trans) down the street. Then, $10 admission. Awful! I always think about the pile of cards that I could be buying with that cash. Ouch! Sent from my iPhone On Jul 24, 2014, at 1:45 PM, "Jimi jimivintage@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings]" > I may try to go as well. We will see. My 3 year old niece is staying with us for the weekend and I may have a job interview that day. Not sure yet. Let me know 100% if you guys do go, and then I'll plan on driving down.:) > Steve, everything Tom mentions about the area and the show is correct. Good show if you don't mind the $7 fee to get in. :( > Jimi > Sent from my iPad > On Jul 24, 2014, at 2:39 PM, "directorth@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" >> Steve, >> I think I may try to go on Saturday; Columbus is only an hour from me, &maybe I can get a good pre-National find at JD's table. Not sure if Wes or Jimi will be coming. >> As far as somewhere to stay... the show is near the heart of f downtown Columbus. Rates at those hotels will probably be pretty high. I suppose youcould detour after the show & head west on I-70 to one of the hotels nearer the I-270 outerbelt (I don't recall any hotels near where 71 intersects 270 north of town although I'm sure there must be something) >> If you still feel like driving after the show, head north on I-71 towardCleveland; Mansfield is about an hour north of Columbus & there are a a couple of hotels there that might be cheaper. Of course, if you REALLY feel like driving, Cleveland is only about 2 1/2 hours north of Columbus, so you could settle right into your National hotel. >> The show JD puts on in Columbus is generally very good, with quite a fewvintage dealers (including many of our favorites). Admission is free - butthe parking is most definitely NOT free. If memory serves, it's around 6 or 7 bucks to park in the lot at Veteran's Memorial where the show is, whichis outrageous. COSI, which is right across the street, has parking for $5 (on their website, or $8 according to a site which lists Columbus-area parking). I suppose you might be able to find free parking somewhere in the nearby neighborhood,, but to me it looks like a pretty sketchy area. >> FYI the Columbus Clippers (AAA affiliate of the Indians) have home gamesFriday night, Saturday night & Sunday night; I've never been to one of their games but the new ballpark, which is supposed to be quite nice, is closeto Veterans Memorial in a trendy neighborhood, in case you feel like sticking around Columbus & seeing a game. >> What time are you planning on coming (or are you coming to the show on Sunday?) >> Tom ================= Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2014 16:35:10 -0400 (EDT) To: directorth@aol.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Re: Columbus OH show this weekend From: smartalecx@aol.com Content-Language: en if you think $8 for parking is outrageous, you wont be happy in cleveland, and chicago might give you a heart attack! In a message dated 7/24/2014 1:39:10 P.M. Central Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com writes: I think I may try to go on Saturday; Columbus is only an hour from me, & maybe I can get a good pre-National find at JD's table. Not sure if Wes or Jimi will be coming. As far as somewhere to stay... the show is near the heart of f downtown Columbus. Rates at those hotels will probably be pretty high. I suppose you could detour after the show & head west on I-70 to one of the hotels nearer the I-270 outerbelt (I don't recall any hotels near where 71 intersects 270 north of town although I'm sure there must be something) If you still feel like driving after the show, head north on I-71 toward Cleveland; Mansfield is about an hour north of Columbus & there are a a couple of hotels there that might be cheaper. Of course, if you REALLY feel like driving, Cleveland is only about 2 1/2 hours north of Columbus, so you could settle right into your National hotel. The show JD puts on in Columbus is generally very good, with quite a few vintage dealers (including many of our favorites). Admission is free - but the parking is most definitely NOT free. If memory serves, it's around 6 or bucks to park in the lot at Veteran's Memorial where the show is, which is outrageous. COSI, which is right across the street, has parking for $5 (on their website, or $8 according to a site which lists Columbus-area parking). I suppose you might be able to find free parking somewhere in the neighborhood,, but to me it looks like a pretty sketchy area. FYI the Columbus Clippers (AAA affiliate of the Indians) have home games Friday night, Saturday night & Sunday night; I've never been to one of their games but the new ballpark, which is supposed to be quite nice, is close to Veterans Memorial in a trendy neighborhood, in case you feel like sticking around Columbus & seeing a game. What time are you planning on coming (or are you coming to the show on Gary Mandell 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 Chicago, IL 60613-5518 _http://gmcards.homestead.com/mywebpage.html_ (http://gmcards.homestead.com/) Member: OCT, OBC, DT, TB ================= Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2014 04:14:11 -0700 To: OBC Ramblings Subject: Some vintage non-sport advice From: Glenn Codere I've been thinking for some time about going for the 1969/70 Topps Man On The Moon set. When I was a kid, I was absolutely fascinated by the space program. I had posters on my bedroom walls, dressed up as an astronaut at Halloween (when I wasn't Batman, of course)....the whole 9 yards. I thought this would be a pretty cool set to collect. Can anyone tell me a bit about it? Any difficulties? Short prints? Reprints? Any cards more desirable (or expensive) than others? There are a few nice lots on ebay at the moment, so I could probably get a decent starter set. I'd appreciate any help! ================= To: Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2014 11:19:15 -0400 Subject: 1969 white letter variation available From: "Supreme Commander" I got this from a 10-cent box! let me know if you need it. ================= Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2014 11:43:14 -0400 To: OBC Ramblings , Subject: 69 Football 4 in 1 WAIVER + New Set -- 71 Topps Coins From: Jake Elwell 1. WAIVER WIRE: 1969 Topps Football 4-in-1 Stamps - SINGLES. These have clear tape on the fronts from being taped to the backs of cards + some of them have minor ink.Claim away and please include your address. Randy Johnson Atlanta Falcons Dave Grayson Oakland Raiders W.K. Hicks Houston Oilers Billy Martin Minnesota Vikings Gene Howard NY Giants Ben Davis Cleveland Browns Walt Sweeney San Diego Chargers 2. NEW SET: 1971 Topps Coins - all help appreciated, any condition is fine, and I'll return fire best I can (have a few 71 coin dupes so feel free to ask). I need: 2, 3, 6, 7, 12, 14, 15, 17, 21, 23, 30, 31, 33, 34, 36, 37, 38, 40, 42, 43,45, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 117, 118, 119, 120, 122, 123, 124, 126, 127, 128, 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153 Thanks guys! Jake Elwell PO Box 2214 Darien, CT 06820 ================= Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2014 13:10:25 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: re: Some Non Sport Advice From: Larry Tipton Glenn here is what I know about the 1969 Topps "Man on the Moon" cards, andit's a confusing set: This set was issued twice by Topps. The early set is numbered 1A to 55B (1A to 35A and 36B to 55B). Color photos front, puzzle pieces on the backs (one 35 card A puzzle, and one 20 card B In early 1970, this set was re-issued, and extended by the addition of 44 more cards numbered 56 to 99 color photos front, and puzzle pieces on the reverse. Heres an example of how these numbers look on the back: NO. 56 OF 99 CARDS PUZZLE C (one 44 card C puzzle, but due to printing irregularities (different backs with different fronts) this puzzle is difficult to complete. I hope I have this info right:) So you are probably going for two sets. Set #1 (55 cards) will be numbered 1A to 55B. Set #2 (99 cards) will be numbered NO. 1 OF 99 CARDS PUZZLE A through NO. 99 of 99 CARDS PUZZLE C. Not 100% sure this info is correct! ================= To: "OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com" , VCT group Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2014 18:26:42 -0400 Subject: Milton Bradley FB From: richard dingman Anyone collecting these? I know someone who has 21 cards he got out of a Win A Card game. Includes Namath. Cards appear to be vg to ex shape. He is looking to sell them. If you are looking for a steal, don't bother. If you are interested, lmk and I will give you his email address. He understands he may have to send cards first. I met him and his 10 yr old son recently after he emailed me about some MB baseball, and I bought some from him. Seems like a nice guy. Richard D ================= Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2014 15:35:20 -0700 To: "OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] re: Some Non Sport Advice From: Glenn Codere Its kind of gratifying to know that transmitting this info probably used asmuch memory as was available to operate the lunar module on that mission! Thanks for the help, Guru!! Glenn's MusicCollection at Rate Your Music Glenn's Sports Collection WantList From: "Larry Tipton larrytipton@windstream.net [OBC-Ramblings]" To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Cc: "glenncodere@yahoo.com Codere" Sent: Friday, July 25, 2014 6:10 PM Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] re: Some Non Sport Advice Glenn here is what I know about the 1969 Topps "Man on the Moon" cards, andit's a confusing set: This set was issued twice by Topps. The early set is numbered 1A to 55B (1A to 35A and 36B to 55B). Color photos front, puzzle pieces on the backs (one 35 card A puzzle, and one 20 card B In early 1970, this set was re-issued, and extended by the addition of 44 more cards numbered 56 to 99 color photos front, and puzzle pieces on the reverse. Heres an example of how these numbers look on the back: NO. 56 OF 99 CARDS PUZZLE C (one 44 card C puzzle, but due to printing irregularities (different backs with different fronts) this puzzle is difficult to complete. I hope I have this info right:) So you are probably going for two sets. Set #1 (55 cards) will be numbered 1A to 55B. Set #2 (99 cards) will be numbered NO. 1 OF 99 CARDS PUZZLE A through NO. 99 of 99 CARDS PUZZLE C. Not 100% sure this info is correct! ================= Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2014 19:24:45 -0700 To: richard dingman , Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Milton Bradley FB From: mark zentkovich these are all AFLteams, fyi no redskins for me...oh well, I tried.. mark zentkovich > From: "richard dingman brightair@msn.com [OBC-Ramblings]" >To: "OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com" ; VCT group ; OCT group ; "group, DugoutTraders" >Sent: Friday, July 25, 2014 5:26 PM >Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Milton Bradley FB >Anyone collecting these? >I know someone who has 21 cards he got out of a Win A Card game. Includes Namath. Cards appear to be vg to ex shape. He is looking to sell them. If you are looking for a steal, don't bother. >If you are interested, lmk and I will give you his email address. >He understands he may have to send cards first. >I met him and his 10 yr old son recently after he emailed me about some MBbaseball, and I bought some from him. Seems like a nice guy. >Richard D ================= To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2014 00:08:48 -0400 (EDT) Subject: crack that case! From: Ed Pike I have a 1910 National Licorice Flanagan in an SGC holder that is very stubborn about giving up the card inside ! Usually twisting with a screwdriver or knife has been enough to bust open the infrequent slabbed card I buy (except authentic graded Tiptons - they go straight the to bank vault :) Any suggestions for a favored method to bust these open? I suppose that I could easily enough trim off one border with a chop saw in about 2 seconds, but this seems like overkill. By the way, the price I paid for this card probably left the seller with enough change to buy a stick of bubble gum after grading and Ebay fees. Makesme wonder .... Thanks for any & all helpful advise! Ed Pike ================= To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2014 00:11:39 -0400 (EDT) Subject: first card display From: Ed Pike I am pleased to have my first card display recently at the US track and field nationals in Sacramento. Track and field collecting is quite a niche hobby. My contact at SacSport did a great job laying out cards, Police Gazzette supplements, and a few 8 x 10s. Ed Pike ================= To: "'Ed Pike'" , Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2014 22:21:03 -0700 Subject: RE: [OBC-Ramblings] crack that case! From: "Grant Rainsley" Giving a corner a good smack with a hammer before using the screwdriver has never failed me......... From: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com [mailto:OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ed Pike ehpiii@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] Sent: July-25-14 9:09 PM To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] crack that case! I have a 1910 National Licorice Flanagan in an SGC holder that is very stubborn about giving up the card inside ! Usually twisting with a screwdriver or knife has been enough to bust open the infrequent slabbed card I buy (except authentic graded Tiptons - they go straight the to bank vault :) Any suggestions for a favored method to bust these open? I suppose that I could easily enough trim off one border with a chop saw in about 2 seconds, but this seems like overkill. By the way, the price I paid for this card probably left the seller with enough change to buy a stick of bubble gum after grading and Ebay fees. Makes me wonder .... Thanks for any & all helpful advise! Ed Pike No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2014.0.4716 / Virus Database: 3986/7921 - Release Date: 07/25/14 ================= Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2014 08:01:32 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: crack that case From: Larry Tipton I take slabbed cards out to my garage workbench and place a flat head screwdriver on the seam of the holder and give it a whack with a hammer. Start as far as you can from the card up by the SGC/PSA label. Sent from my iPhone ================= Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2014 09:26:31 -0400 To: Larry Tipton Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Re: crack that case From: "Samuel E. Taylor" I do the same thing. The wider the screwdriver, the better. I usually use a very sharp chisel. Sam Taylor On Sat, Jul 26, 2014 at 8:01 AM, Larry Tipton larrytipton@windstream.net [OBC-Ramblings] wrote: > I take slabbed cards out to my garage workbench and place a flat head > screwdriver on the seam of the holder and give it a whack with a hammer. > Start as far as you can from the card up by the SGC/PSA label. > Guru > Sent from my iPhone Sam Taylor ================= To: Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2014 08:34:37 -0500 Subject: Re: Milton Bradley FB From: "George Vrechek" I completed the MB football portion of the set and it wasn't that expensive, even the Namath, given that not many people are even aware of the difference from the regular issue. Although they weren't at any premium, the MB football cards are not easy to find. An article this past month in SCD by Carlton Miller (who I bought the Namath from) discussed this set in great detail and may perk up some interest in the cards. However there are 33 football cards in the issue and picking up 21 of them will just get your feet fairly wet. Not all 33 cards were inserted in every game box. George Vrechek ================= Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2014 15:07:31 -0500 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Fwd: The national From: TJ Valacak Hey gang, I received the email below from Mike McCann - he was very good to us last year. Anyway, if someone can volunteer to stop by his booth, please let me know and I will pass that along to Mike. Thanks Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: > From: Mike McCann > Date: July 26, 2014, 12:47:12 PM CDT > To: tvalacak@comcast.net > Subject: The national > TJ, > I hope all is well with you today. I know we will all miss you at this years National. Could you please do me a favor? Please send an email to whomever would be best to get this. I am bringing a shoebox of cards for the OBC guys and a monster box of used top load card holders as well as a pile of soft sleeves and a shoebox of semi rigid card holders. All of these cases are used but still in good condition. I would like to pass them on to the OBC group for their trading session on Friday. If you could, please havesomeone stop by my booth "Triple Cities Card Co." And I will give the boxes to them for Fridays meeting. > Thanks!! > Mike McCann > Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2014 16:20:40 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: re: Mike McCann From: Larry Tipton TJ: I did not see the email that Mike sent you. This is where we were digging through 3200 count boxes last year right? ================= Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2014 15:29:10 -0500 To: Larry Tipton Subject: Re: Mike McCann From: TJ Valacak Guru, yes that's him. I will try a copy and paste - I'm using my phone to try I hope all is well with you today. I know we will all miss you at thisyears National. Could you please do me a favor? Please send an email to whomever would be best to get this. I am bringing a shoebox of cards for the OBC guys and a monster box of used top load card holders as well as a pile of soft sleeves and a shoebox of semi rigid card holders. All of these cases are used but still in good condition. I would like to pass them on to theOBC group for their trading session on Friday. If you could, please have someone stop by my booth "Triple Cities Card Co." And I will give the boxes to them for Fridays meeting. Mike McCann Sent from my iPad Sent from my iPhone On Jul 26, 2014, at 3:20 PM, Larry Tipton wrote: > TJ: I did not see the email that Mike sent you. This is where we were digging through 3200 count boxes last year right? > Guru ================= Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2014 20:09:16 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Name that Card From: "wwesmyster2@aol.com" ================= To: , Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2014 20:21:59 -0400 Subject: RE: [OBC-Ramblings] Name that Card [1 Attachment] From: "Bob Donaldson" Aaron is a 1969 Nabisco Team Flakes Max Alvis is a late 60=E2=99s Kahn=E2=99s From: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com [mailto:OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of 'wwesmyster2@aol.com' wwesmyster2@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] Sent: Saturday, July 26, 2014 8:09 PM To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Name that Card [1 Attachment] [Attachment(s) from wwesmyster2@aol.com included below] What are these, looking at a giant off grade lot. Just discovered the otherday, and a bunch of these were in there... What are they? Sent from my LG phone No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2014.0.4716 / Virus Database: 3986/7903 - Release Date: 07/22/14 ================= Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2014 19:24:36 -0500 To: "wwesmyster2@aol.com" Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Name that Card [1 Attachment] From: TJ Valacak The Alvis is a 64 Kahns card. Not sure on the Aaron Sent from my iPhone On Jul 26, 2014, at 7:09 PM, "'wwesmyster2@aol.com' wwesmyster2@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > [Attachment(s) from wwesmyster2@aol.com included below] > What are these, looking at a giant off grade lot. Just discovered the other day, and a bunch of these were in there... What are they? > Wes > Sent from my LG phone ================= Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2014 21:22:48 -0400 To: TJ Valacak Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Name that Card From: BBC Trading Bob was right about the Aaron. Nabisco Team Flakes. I really like that set a lot and will add it to my lists one of these days. I just haven't picked any up yet. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 26, 2014, at 8:24 PM, "TJ Valacak tvalacak@comcast.net [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > Wes, > The Alvis is a 64 Kahns card. Not sure on the Aaron > Sent from my iPhone >> On Jul 26, 2014, at 7:09 PM, "'wwesmyster2@aol.com' wwesmyster2@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: >> What are these, looking at a giant off grade lot. Just discovered the other day, and a bunch of these were in there... What are they? >> Wes >> Sent from my LG phone ================= Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2014 22:18:38 -0400 To: obc ramblings Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Name that Card [1 Attachment] From: Matthew Glidden Max Alvis looks like 1969 Kahn's Wieners and Aaron is a cut-out panel from...Milton Bradley? Late 1960s MLBPA licensed product, anyway. On Jul 26, 2014 8:13 PM, "'wwesmyster2@aol.com' wwesmyster2@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > [Attachment(s) <#147752a7c5396124_TopText> from wwesmyster2@aol.com > included below] > What are these, looking at a giant off grade lot. Just discovered the > other day, and a bunch of these were in there... What are they? > Wes > Sent from my LG phone ================= Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2014 22:52:49 -0400 (EDT) To: tvalacak@comcast.net, larrytipton@windstream.net Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Re: Mike McCann From: ChicoD1@aol.com Content-Language: en Yep he is the guy who's boxes we went through with some great discounts. He is on my list as the first guy to stop at on Wednesday. Tell Mike to expect me, I'll be starting my 61-65 run with him. I think I will need to bring a few empty boxes to his table :D... In a message dated 7/26/2014 4:29:37 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com writes: Guru, yes that's him. I will try a copy and paste - I'm using my phone to try this I hope all is well with you today. I know we will all miss you at this years National. Could you please do me a favor? Please send an email to whomever would be best to get this. I am bringing a shoebox of cards for the guys and a monster box of used top load card holders as well as a pile of soft sleeves and a shoebox of semi rigid card holders. All of these cases are used but still in good condition. I would like to pass them on to the OBC group for their trading session on Friday. If you could, please have someone stop by my booth "Triple Cities Card Co." And I will give the boxes them for Fridays meeting. Mike McCann Sent from my iPad Sent from my iPhone On Jul 26, 2014, at 3:20 PM, Larry Tipton > TJ: I did not see the email that Mike sent you. This is where we were digging through 3200 count boxes last year right? > Guru ================= To: wwesmyster2@aol.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2014 00:49:43 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Name that Card [1 Attachment] From: mikesportsfan@aol.com Bob Donaldson had it the closest. Everyone who ID'd the Aaron knows it is a 1969 Nabisco Team Flakes card. The Alvis is a Kahn's card. The design for 1966 - 1969 are the same, although the photos can be different. Of course Alvis is one of the few guys who appears in all 4 years. I have all 4 different, but have no idea which one is which year. You may not recall but the shop we went to in Dayton had a small stack of Kahns that I picked up. Mike Rich -----Original Message----- From: 'wwesmyster2@aol.com' wwesmyster2@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: OBC-Ramblings Sent: Sat, Jul 26, 2014 8:13 pm Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Name that Card [1 Attachment] [Attachment(s) from wwesmyster2@aol.com included below] What are these, looking at a giant off grade lot. Just discovered the otherday, and a bunch of these were in there... What are they? Sent from my LG phone ================= Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2014 02:00:59 -0400 To: "wwesmyster2@aol.com" , Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Name that Card [1 Attachment] From: "wwesmyster2@aol.com" ================= Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2014 08:57:58 -0700 To: OBC-Ramblings Subject: Nonsport exhibits checklist From: Rick Anyone know of a good site for checklists of Nonsport exhibits. I have several different ones and would like to make sure I have them with the correctseries or set. Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2014 18:01:44 +0000 (UTC) To: Rick Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Nonsport exhibits checklist From: talbot1@comcast.net The following site is very helpful with non-sport checklists: http://www.nslists.com/jaall.htm I jumped on there real quick to see if Exhibit sets were listed and I did not see any but I only looked for a few minutes and there are literally thousands of checklists available. Good Luck!!! BE WELL!!!! REGARDS -------------------------- MARK ----- Original Message ----- From: "Rick rick.lyons22@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings]" To: "OBC-Ramblings" Sent: Sunday, July 27, 2014 11:57:58 AM Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] Nonsport exhibits checklist Anyone know of a good site for checklists of Nonsport exhibits. I have several different ones and would like to make sure I have them with the correctseries or set. Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2014 12:39:10 -0700 To: obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Original Frank Thomas From: Mike Diamanti Greetings Cardboard Lovers: On HOFer weekend (any of you OBCers taking part in the festivities this weekend in Cooperstown?), the original Frank Thomas, long time activist with OBCers, is signing autographs alongside all the other HOFers. Frank made the NY Times -- here's the link: http://www.nytimes.com/2014/07/27/sports/baseball/frank-thomas-noted-slugger-times-two.html?refsports?srcdayp&actionclick&pgtypeHomepage&m= Frank would routinely sign an autograph and include some stories for any OBCers who sent him cards for his collection back in the early days...... Keep on signing, Frank! Mike Diamanti CoffeedudeinCoupeville ================= Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2014 17:17:42 -0400 To: Dugout Traders , Subject: Home run trivia time! Let's see how you do! From: Jimi Hey folks, How about a little home run trivia today as we celebrate the HOF's new inductees. Here's the deal.....NO CHEATING!!! Below, I have listed all current 30 MLB teams. Your goal is to name each franchise's all-time career homerun leader. I've arranged the teams by their current division. Feel freeto send along your guesses or do it in private, and on Wednesday I will reveal the correct answers. I embarrassingly did worse than I thought I would. I got 23 out of the 30 correct, and at least 5 of those were "DUH!" moments. :) And I can also reveal that the ONLY division I got entirely correct was the NL Central. Let's see how you do.... White Sox Blue Jays Red Sox Fun HOF Fact: Only 15 of the 30 on this list are HOFers! (That might helpyour Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2014 19:13:01 -0700 To: OBC Ramblings Subject: Cubs Win!! From: Geno Wagner Fellas -- I have a book about the 1984 Cubs that I've read a few times, so it's time to pass it along! As all of the Cub fans know, that was the most magicalyear of the last 100 in franchise history. From the day Sandberg took Sutter deep twice, they couldn't be stopped! I'd like to pass it along to a Cub fan...or any fan, really. If you're interested, let me know. If I get more than one, I'll flip a coin. I'll also include a "bookmark" from your list, if I have one... Take Care, ================= Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 03:06:14 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Showtime From: "wwesmyster2@aol.com" ================= To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com,=?utf-8?B?T0JDLU5hdGlvbmFsQHlhaG9vZ3JvdXBzLmNvbQ==?= Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 08:46:00 GMT Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] Showtime From: "cardclctor@aol.com" ================= Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 12:31:49 -0400 To: Dugout Traders , Subject: Re: Home run trivia time! Let's see how you do! From: Jimi OK, guys! So far several people have sent in their responses, and some have done quite well....and others.....well, more on that later! :) On Wednesday, what I thought I'd do while revealing the answers, I thought I'd throw out some of the answers to you all as to what some people put. Some of these are funny! And I will also reveal who had the best sheet! For those who haven't done it yet......a HINT....Manny Ramirez is NOT the all-time HR leader for the Indians. Although he did hit a lot for them, he spent roughly half of his career in a Red Sox uniform. That sort of clue may help in deciding other teams' leaders as well. Some of the newer teams like the D-Backs, Rays, and Marlins are tough. Another toughie is the Padres. They've been around for about 45 years now, but they haven't really had a HR hitter there.....or at least not one that spent several years to rack up some major career numbers. NO....Gwynn is NOTthe all-time leader. ;) He seems like a great choice, right? Also, regarding my clue that only 15 HOFers are on the list, that doesn't mean that many of the ones not in the Hall won't be there eventually. ;) Keep on sending those to me, and remember....NO CHEATING! :) Sent from my iPad > On Jul 27, 2014, at 5:17 PM, Jimi wrote: > Hey folks, > How about a little home run trivia today as we celebrate the HOF's new inductees. Here's the deal.....NO CHEATING!!! Below, I have listed all current 30 MLB teams. Your goal is to name each franchise's all-time career home run leader. I've arranged the teams by their current division. Feel free to send along your guesses or do it in private, and on Wednesday I will reveal the correct answers. > I embarrassingly did worse than I thought I would. I got 23 out of the 30 correct, and at least 5 of those were "DUH!" moments. :) And I can alsoreveal that the ONLY division I got entirely correct was the NL Central. Let's see how you do.... > Tigers > Royals > Indians > White Sox > Twins > Orioles > Yankees > Blue Jays > Rays > Red Sox > A's > Angels > Mariners > Astros > Rangers > Nationals > Braves > Marlins > Mets > Phillies > Brewers > Pirates > Cardinals > Reds > Cubs > Giants > Dodgers > Padres > D-Backs > Rockies > Fun HOF Fact: Only 15 of the 30 on this list are HOFers! (That might help your decision!) > Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 12:55:01 -0400 To: Dugout Traders , Subject: Re: Home run trivia time! Let's see how you do! From: Jimi I meant to add in the last note that teams like the Expos would not count for their current names, which is why I put Nationals for them. Otherwise we'd have to include other team's past names as well. So no, Guerrero and Dawson will not make the list. :) Appreciate your efforts so far. Keep them coming! Sent from my iPad > On Jul 28, 2014, at 12:31 PM, Jimi wrote: > OK, guys! So far several people have sent in their responses, and some have done quite well....and others.....well, more on that later! :) On Wednesday, what I thought I'd do while revealing the answers, I thought I'd throw out some of the answers to you all as to what some people put. Some ofthese are funny! And I will also reveal who had the best sheet! > For those who haven't done it yet......a HINT....Manny Ramirez is NOT theall-time HR leader for the Indians. Although he did hit a lot for them, he spent roughly half of his career in a Red Sox uniform. That sort of cluemay help in deciding other teams' leaders as well. > Some of the newer teams like the D-Backs, Rays, and Marlins are tough. Another toughie is the Padres. They've been around for about 45 years now, but they haven't really had a HR hitter there.....or at least not one that spent several years to rack up some major career numbers. NO....Gwynn is NOT the all-time leader. ;) He seems like a great choice, right? > Also, regarding my clue that only 15 HOFers are on the list, that doesn'tmean that many of the ones not in the Hall won't be there eventually. ;) > Keep on sending those to me, and remember....NO CHEATING! :) > Jimi > Sent from my iPad >> On Jul 27, 2014, at 5:17 PM, Jimi wrote: >> Hey folks, >> How about a little home run trivia today as we celebrate the HOF's new inductees. Here's the deal.....NO CHEATING!!! Below, I have listed all current 30 MLB teams. Your goal is to name each franchise's all-time career home run leader. I've arranged the teams by their current division. Feel free to send along your guesses or do it in private, and on Wednesday I willreveal the correct answers. >> I embarrassingly did worse than I thought I would. I got 23 out of the 30 correct, and at least 5 of those were "DUH!" moments. :) And I can also reveal that the ONLY division I got entirely correct was the NL Central. Let's see how you do.... >> Tigers >> Royals >> Indians >> White Sox >> Twins >> Orioles >> Yankees >> Blue Jays >> Rays >> Red Sox >> A's >> Angels >> Mariners >> Astros >> Rangers >> Nationals >> Braves >> Marlins >> Mets >> Phillies >> Brewers >> Pirates >> Cardinals >> Reds >> Cubs >> Giants >> Dodgers >> Padres >> D-Backs >> Rockies >> Fun HOF Fact: Only 15 of the 30 on this list are HOFers! (That might help your decision!) >> Sent from my iPad ================= Date: 28 Jul 2014 12:46:49 -0700 To: Subject: would someone From: rlabs1@yahoo.com ================= Date: 28 Jul 2014 13:18:44 -0700 To: Subject: Re: would someone From: directorth@aol.com ================= Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 19:15:07 -0400 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: OBC TV From: Larry Tipton OBC TV I have created an "Old Baseball Cards" channel on Livestream, and I plan onbroadcasting the OBC BBQ on Friday night, and also broadcasting the swap session live on Saturday night, and any other events that occur where wifi is The Livestream app is a free download, available at the app store for your iPhone or iPad, at google play for your android phone or tablet, and it's also available on ROKU for broadcast through your TV set. Yes I just watcheda live video feed on my TV through ROKU, on the old baseball cards channel(live video feed of my front yard). I have never set up a channel before, but I use Livestream a lot (I watch church in my underwear) it is a great program and free to broadcast I think?Others probably know a lot more about this program than I do, so any advice is welcome. As far as I know, all I do is push the button, and the live feed is broadcast. If you have downloaded the app, just search Old Baseball Cards and you can watch the activities live. I think you will hear sound, I do not think you will be able to speak. ================= Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 19:48:25 -0500 To: Larry Tipton Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] OBC TV From: TJ Valacak I just signed up and am now "following" the OBC BBQ. Not sure what that means, but it was super easy Sent from my iPhone On Jul 28, 2014, at 6:15 PM, "Larry Tipton larrytipton@windstream.net [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > OBC TV > I have created an "Old Baseball Cards" channel on Livestream, and I plan on broadcasting the OBC BBQ on Friday night, and also broadcasting the swapsession live on Saturday night, and any other events that occur where wifiis > The Livestream app is a free download, available at the app store for your iPhone or iPad, at google play for your android phone or tablet, and it'salso available on ROKU for broadcast through your TV set. Yes I just watched a live video feed on my TV through ROKU, on the old baseball cards channel (live video feed of my front yard). > I have never set up a channel before, but I use Livestream a lot (I watchchurch in my underwear) it is a great program and free to broadcast I think? Others probably know a lot more about this program than I do, so any advice is welcome. > As far as I know, all I do is push the button, and the live feed is broadcast. If you have downloaded the app, just search Old Baseball Cards and you can watch the activities live. I think you will hear sound, I do not think you will be able to speak. > Guru ================= To: obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 22:43:51 -0400 (EDT) Subject: can someone confirm this variation exists? From: typecard@aol.com The 1970 Topps #570 Fregosi without a white pickup truck between his legs? ================= Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 22:45:07 -0400 To: "typecard@aol.com" Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] can someone confirm this variation exists? From: Jimi I'd love to see a picture of one, too, if it DOES exist. I've been lookingfor quite awhile. Sent from my iPad > On Jul 28, 2014, at 10:43 PM, "typecard@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" > The 1970 Topps #570 Fregosi without a white pickup truck between his legs? > Thanks, > Andy ================= Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 21:58:46 -0500 To: "typecard@aol.com" , Jimi Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] can someone confirm this variation exists? From: Guys I just checked my set and I have the pick up variation. Looks like a white 68 Ford. Nice truck. I'm trying to scan it but not having much luck right now. Ken P. ---- "Jimi jimivintage@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > I'd love to see a picture of one, too, if it DOES exist. I've been looking for quite awhile. > Jimi > Sent from my iPad > > On Jul 28, 2014, at 10:43 PM, "typecard@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > > > > The 1970 Topps #570 Fregosi without a white pickup truck between his legs? > > > > > > Thanks, > > Andy > > ================= To: jimivintage@yahoo.com, typecard@aol.com Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2014 01:00:08 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] can someone confirm this variation exists? From: Joshua Levine -----Original Message----- From: Jimi jimivintage@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: typecard Cc: obc-ramblings Sent: Mon, Jul 28, 2014 7:45 pm Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] can someone confirm this variation exists? I'd love to see a picture of one, too, if it DOES exist. I've been lookingfor quite awhile. Sent from my iPad On Jul 28, 2014, at 10:43 PM, "typecard@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" The 1970 Topps #570 Fregosi without a white pickup truck between his legs? ================= Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 23:47:14 -0700 To: OBC Ramblings Subject: OBC Live!!! From: Glenn Codere All signed up with Livestream. No guarantees that I'll be awake by the time the Swap Session starts, but its good to have a viewing option! ================= To: Joshua Levine , "jimivintage@yahoo.com" Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2014 06:54:22 -0400 Subject: RE: [OBC-Ramblings] can someone confirm this variation exists? From: richard dingman I've been led to believe it exists, but don't have one. Richard D To: jimivintage@yahoo.com; typecard@aol.com CC: obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com From: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2014 01:00:08 -0400 Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] can someone confirm this variation exists? -----Original Message----- From: Jimi jimivintage@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings] To: typecard Cc: obc-ramblings Sent: Mon, Jul 28, 2014 7:45 pm Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] can someone confirm this variation exists? I'd love to see a picture of one, too, if it DOES exist. I've been lookingfor quite awhile. Sent from my iPad On Jul 28, 2014, at 10:43 PM, "typecard@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" The 1970 Topps #570 Fregosi without a white pickup truck between his legs? ================= Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2014 08:08:01 -0400 To: richard dingman Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] can someone confirm this variation exists? From: Andy This sounds like a challenge for the OBC contingent going to the National, find the missing pickup Fregosi! Sent from my iPad On Jul 29, 2014, at 6:54 AM, richard dingman wrote: > I've been led to believe it exists, but don't have one. > Richard D > To: jimivintage@yahoo.com; typecard@aol.com > CC: obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com > From: OBC-Ramblings-noreply@yahoogroups.com > Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2014 01:00:08 -0400 > Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] can someone confirm this variation exists? > -----Original Message----- > From: Jimi jimivintage@yahoo.com [OBC-Ramblings] > To: typecard > Cc: obc-ramblings > Sent: Mon, Jul 28, 2014 7:45 pm > Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] can someone confirm this variation exists? > I'd love to see a picture of one, too, if it DOES exist. I've been looking for quite awhile. > Jimi > Sent from my iPad > On Jul 28, 2014, at 10:43 PM, "typecard@aol.com [OBC-Ramblings]" > The 1970 Topps #570 Fregosi without a white pickup truck between his legs? > Thanks, > Andy ================= To: Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2014 07:44:05 -0500 Subject: Re: can someone confirm this variation exists? From: "George Vrechek" I've never heard of a "no pick up" variation even being discussed and I try to keep up on such earth-shaking events. None of the 125 current or completed listings on eBay are any different. George Vrechek ================= Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2014 11:28:51 -0400 (EDT) To: OBC-ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Auction donations wanted From: cardclctor@aol.com Hi gang, A lot of you have already emailed me with stuff to put up for bids in the upcoming Renee Hair auction. For anyone who isn't sure how this is going to work or would still like to donate, here's the details. I'm looking for cards to auction off within OBC (there may be a lot or two on eBay as well). The proceeds from all the cards will be sent to Mike Hair to benefit his granddaughter Emily. You don't have to donate cards to bid and you are allowed to bid on your own cards. Do not send anything to me, as it'll be easier to just mail them once - directly to the winners. On or about Friday after the National (or sometime that weekend), I'll post a list of the lots. I may also be able to add the list to my website for easier viewing and update it I'll explain the bidding procedure and auction rules when I post the list of lots. We should have something that appeals to almost everyone in the group. There will be starter lots for baseball, 1952 Topps high numbers have already been donated, plus other rare and unusual cards that only an OBC'er could love. If you can't find anything to donate, feel free to bid - even on cards you don't necessarily want. Remember: No bid is too big ;-) I'll probably be looking around the show all week for deals on cards to donate, as I probably won't have much luck and/or money to get anything on my list... at least the part that's posted now. I am starting some new sets at the show (all the Hostess and 54 Bowman FB to name a few). Cutoff date for donations will be Friday Aug. 8th at noon EST... or something close to that, so I can start making the list. Thanks to everyone who donates or bids. Ken M ================= To: "obc-ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2014 15:01:03 -0400 Subject: vintage card art From: Shawn Smart Check this out - an artist named Randall Rosenthal, makes this vintage cardillusion out of wood... http://www.viralnova.com/randall-woodworking/http://www.randallrosenthal.com/Pages/New%20Pages/card_box_page.htm=09=09=09=09=09 ================= Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2014 21:24:41 -0500 To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: 53 Topps From: Yaz Wade sent me this link. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uHHS_1jdn8 Greg (yaz) ================= To: obc-national@yahoogroups.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2014 23:57:13 -0400 Subject: 1st day From: smartalecx@aol.com woke up at 4 in chicago, had to stop by my office to reboot as my traveling laptop was not communicating with my desktop (can t go a week without office access). a stop at the 7-11 for coffee and the atm for cash, and i hit the road about 530 central, and made it to the I-X about 12 eatern. of not for a lot of repaving on the interstate, would have made great time! after getting my badge, i meet steve rittenberg and richard digman at uncle dick's. saw taylor schock as well. for the most part, most dealers were still setting up. in addition, it seemed like a lot of our favorite vintage dealers were far from the middle, which means the light from the ferris wheel roof was not hitting their tables. i guess to save $$, the show sponsors had very few ceiling lights on, so if you really wanted to study a card, you were out of luck. had nice chats with jd, wayne and uncle dick. i did pick up a few things from ron estes. found a pretty big pickup for my new endeavor of coke baseball caps, and some goodies from taylor schock (see thanks server). scoped out enough tables that i know where i will be starting on Wednesday got to take my mom to dinner. she is 90 with no short term memory, so i basically had one 15 minute conversation 6 times. the beers made that easier for me. back to the show tomorrow, then dinner with my best friend of 53 years (geez!), and who still lives in cleveland. dont feel bad if you missed Tuesday -- i dont think there is anything you needed that isnt there anymore. speaking of which, ron estes picked up a 55 clemente rc as well as a couple of ryan rc. reasonable prices, so check it out. can wait to see the other 25 or so of you attendees over the next few days. Gary Mandell 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 Chicago, IL 60613-5518 _http://gmcards.homestead.com/mywebpage.html_ (http://gmcards.homestead.com/) Member: OCT, OBC, DT, TB ================= Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2014 22:06:23 -0700 To: "familytoad@comcast.net" Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] 53 Topps From: Geordie Calvert Glenn, maybe you can wait for Bob Lemke to make them for you. I wouldn't beat all surprised if he tackled them some day. If you guys haven't seen his customs and "cards that never were", you should take a look. http://s145.photobucket.com/user/goldflamedpt/library/Custom%20Card%20Creations%201955%20style/Baseball%20Card%20Creations?sort4&page1 I have the two '57 Koufaxes that he made. There are a few more I might pickup for my Dodgers collection some day. > On Jul 29, 2014, at 9:14 PM, "familytoad@comcast.net [OBC-Ramblings]" > Pretty cool ! > Thanks for sharing! > I still have little pieces of cardboard with the skipped card numbers in my set, saying "card not issued" > Maybe I can screen capture those paintings shown in the video, print and use those as markers instead! > OBC Forever > Brian > Sent from XFINITY Connect Mobile App > ------ Original Message ------ > From: Yaz yazobc@gmail.com [OBC-Ramblings] > To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com > Sent: July 29, 2014 at 7:24 PM > Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] 53 Topps > Wade sent me this link. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v_uHHS_1jdn8 > Greg (yaz) ================= Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2014 22:07:19 -0700 To: "familytoad@comcast.net" Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] 53 Topps From: Geordie Calvert Oops. Sorry, Brian. Not sure why I addressed that to Glenn. > On Jul 29, 2014, at 9:14 PM, "familytoad@comcast.net [OBC-Ramblings]" > Pretty cool ! > Thanks for sharing! > I still have little pieces of cardboard with the skipped card numbers in my set, saying "card not issued" > Maybe I can screen capture those paintings shown in the video, print and use those as markers instead! > OBC Forever > Brian > Sent from XFINITY Connect Mobile App > ------ Original Message ------ > From: Yaz yazobc@gmail.com [OBC-Ramblings] > To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com > Sent: July 29, 2014 at 7:24 PM > Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] 53 Topps > Wade sent me this link. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v_uHHS_1jdn8 > Greg (yaz) ================= Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2014 23:51:11 -0700 To: "" Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] 53 Topps From: Glenn Codere That's OK, Geordie. It's always good to know that someone is thinking of me! :-) On Wed, 7/30/14, Geordie Calvert dodgergeo@comcast.net [OBC-Ramblings] wrote: Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] 53 Topps To: "familytoad@comcast.net" Cc: "" , "Yaz" Date: Wednesday, July 30, 2014, 6:07 AM Oops. Sorry, Brian. Not sure why I addressed that to Glenn. ================= Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2014 15:45:51 -0400 To: VCT , Subject: Trivia results are in! (Most career HRs for each team!) From: Jimi OK folks, results are in! Prepare for a rundown of everything! First off, thanks to everyone who participated. I received 15 individual e-mails with their picks, and some others who told me what they got. I sentthe original e-mail to all 5 of my groups (OBC, OCT, VCT, Trading Bases, and Dugout Traders), and at least one person responded from each group. The top 3 results: 1) Joshua Levine of OBC, who got 26 correct, missing only 4! 2) Jimi Thayer of VCT, OCT, OBC, DT, and TB, who got 23 correct! 3) Andy Blackwood of VCT, OCT, DT, and TB, who got 21 right! Great works, guys! Bob Reed of OBC was the only other person who got 20 ormore, with exactly 20. This was a lot harder than I think a lot of you thought at first until you got half into it and realized that some of these newer teams (and even someolder teams) had very little power in their history! HERE ARE THE ANSWERS: Tigers KALINE (Most of you got this, but there were votes for Cash, Greenberg, and Cochrane....all relatively good picks, but Kaline was the obvious Royals BRETT (Most of you got this as well, but several did put Mayberry, and one person voted for Balboni. Brett spent his entire career there and jacked 317 of them.) Indians THOME (I am surprised to see so many different answers here. Some votes were in for Colavito {who actually doesn't even crack the top 5 in Indians history}, Belle {who used to have the record before Thome broke it}, Ramirez {don't forget he spent half of his career in Boston}, and Averill. This record will be tough to beat as he hit 337 for the Tribe...and let's face it, Cleveland doesn't have any power hitters.) White Sox THOMAS (I was the lone idiot who chose Konerko. Ugh, I knew he was close to Thomas, but I should have gone with my gut. Thomas hit 448with the White Sox, and Konerko hit 427, for those who care!) :) Twins KILLEBREW (This was unanimous until someone threw in a vote for Puckett at the end.) :) Orioles RIPKEN (This should have been obivous. He hit 431 with them! Others voted for both Robinsons, Murray {who played with many other teams},and Yankees RUTH! (DUH! And you all did me proud there!) :) Blue Jays Delgado (Not many got this right. There were actually 6 other players voted on here: Barfield, Fielder, Carter, Bautista, McGriff, and Bell. Delgado hit 336 with the Jays. Bautista has a couple more hundred to go!) :) Rays CARLOS PENA (I believe I was the only one who got this right....maybe one or two others. Longoria and McGriff were voted on as well.) Red Sox TED WILLIAMS (521 homers for Teddy Ballgame! Ortiz is far fromthat, and Jim Rice didn't come close either. Sorry, Yaz, also is not correct. But someone actually voted for JOE DiMAGGIO here. I want proof that he played for the Red Sox!) :) A's McGWIRE (Some of you didn't pick him, I know, because you didn't think he played long enough for them, but he hit 363! Other people voted forFoxx, Canseco, and Jackson.) Angels SALMON (Salmon hit 299 for them, but 9 others were picked for the Angels by you! Included were Downing, Anderson, Easler, Winfield, Baylor, Pinson, Jackson, Joyner, and Edmonds.) Mariners GRIFFEY (This record may stand forever for them. Griffey hit 417 for the Mariners. A couple of you chose E. Martinez, and AROD, too. Nope....and Astros BAGWELL (Another record that may stand forever. How about 449 homers for the 'Stros?! Biggio, Glenn Davis, and Cedeno were also thought of.) Rangers JUAN GONZALEZ (372 bombs in a Ranger uni for Gonzo! Also chosen were Ivan Rodriguez, Burroughs {Really?}, Palmeiro, and AROD {did't play very long there.}) Nationals RYAN ZIMMERMAN (Another toughie....I know. If you put Guerrero, add one to your score if you want. Some of you wanted the Expos to count, but we can get into all kinds of arguments about almost all 30 teams and their origins. Many of you chose Zimmerman though! For what it's worth,Zimmerman is closing in on Guerrero anyway. Two people chose Dunn, so deduct a point from your score since he never played for them. LOL Dawson and Carter were also chosen.) Braves AARON (Unanimous!) Marlins UGGLA (Another tough one with MANY MANY answers given! Some names included Conine, Sheffield, H. Ramirez, Longoria, L. Gonzo, Stanton, McGriff, Bonilla, and IROD. Stanton will break this record for sure unless for some reason the Marlins trade him...which wouldn't shock me.) Mets STRAWBERRY (David Wright will have this record by next year, and he's with the Mets through 2021, so it's only a matter of time until Wright hits the 251 plateau. Other votes went to Kranepool, Piazza, Carter, and, of course, Wright.) Phillies SCHMIDT (HOFer, Mike Schmidt, played his entire career in Philly and had 548 homeruns. Howard is about 240 BEHIND that mark! Yikes! Ain't Brewers YOUNT (So shocked at the answers here! Yount hit 251. Braun will break this record soon, but I guess we can put an asterisk next to it if you want. :) Other votes went to Gorman Thomas {several of you chose}, Braun, and Rob "Strikeout" Deer!) Pirates STARGELL (I don't see this record getting broken. Stargell hit475 for the Pirates. McCutchen has a little over 100. Too early to tell.Kiner, Bonds, and Clemente were all voted for here, too.) Cardinals MUSIAL (Not very many of you got Stan the Man! Musial hit 475 in his career, well ahead of Pujols and McGwire who were both chosen.) Reds BENCH (Johnny hit 389 homers, and I believe Joey Votto will break this since he is on a 10 year contract with him. Even conservative numberswill put him ahead of Bench by the end of the contract....if he stays healthy. Believe it or not though, Jay Bruce has more homers than Votto! :) Perez, Robinson, and Morgan also had votes. I think one person voted for Griffey as well.) Cubs SOSA* (I went ahead and put the asterisk after his name for you. Ha! Mr. Cub, Ernie Banks, isn't far behind him though.) Giants MAYS (This should have been unanimous, but someone voted for Bonds.) Dodgers SNIDER (389 by the Duke! Matt Kemp currently has 200+ to go. Ain't happening! Kemp won't be with the Dodgers for long, I'm guessing. Others voted for Garvey, Campanella, Piazza, and Hodges.) Padres COLBERT (Tough one!! Nope....not Gwynn! Yes, Gwynn played a long time, but he didn't hit very many homers. Sheffield, Garvey, Winfield, McGriff, and Caminiti all received votes.) Diamondbacks L. GONZALEZ (Other votes were Matt Williams, Goldschmidt, and Reynolds. Goldschmidt has a chance, but he has a long way to go to getGonzo's 244 homers.) Rockies HELTON (I'm one of several other nincompoops who chose Walker. Ugh! Not sure why I didn't choose Helton. I just flat out forgot! Tulowitzki, Galaragga, and Holiday received votes as well. Interesting to note that journeyman, Fred McGriff, received votes for 4 different teams....and didn't lead ANY of those teams! :) I had a lot of fun with this. Thanks, all! Sent from my iPad ================= Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2014 14:50:36 -0500 To: Geordie Calvert Subject: Re: [OBC-Ramblings] 53 Topps From: TJ Valacak Very cool segment by Olberman. I always thought Musial was in that group ofmissing numbers, but never researched or looked into it. And yes, the customs by Bob Lemke are fantastic. I picked up a 78 Colavito - coaching for the Indians that year- an have it in my 78 collection. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 30, 2014, at 12:06 AM, "Geordie Calvert dodgergeo@comcast.net [OBC-Ramblings]" wrote: > Glenn, maybe you can wait for Bob Lemke to make them for you. I wouldn't be at all surprised if he tackled them some day. > If you guys haven't seen his customs and "cards that never were", you should take a look. > http://s145.photobucket.com/user/goldflamedpt/library/Custom%20Card%20Creations%201955%20style/Baseball%20Card%20Creations?sort4&page1 > I have the two '57 Koufaxes that he made. There are a few more I might pick up for my Dodgers collection some day. > Geordie > On Jul 29, 2014, at 9:14 PM, "familytoad@comcast.net [OBC-Ramblings]" >> Pretty cool ! >> Thanks for sharing! >> I still have little pieces of cardboard with the skipped card numbers inmy set, saying "card not issued" >> Maybe I can screen capture those paintings shown in the video, print anduse those as markers instead! >> OBC Forever >> Brian >> Sent from XFINITY Connect Mobile App >> ------ Original Message ------ >> From: Yaz yazobc@gmail.com [OBC-Ramblings] >> To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com >> Sent: July 29, 2014 at 7:24 PM >> Subject: [OBC-Ramblings] 53 Topps >> Wade sent me this link. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v_uHHS_1jdn8 >> Greg (yaz) ================= Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2014 16:15:23 -0400 To: Dugout Traders , Subject: Trivia mistake.... From: Jimi After all that, I made a mistake. I didn't realize that Longoria recently broke Pena's record, so subtract one for me, and add one to you if you put Longoria. My fault. I was also wrong on Dunn. I had forgotten he did play for the Nationals for two years. I put a notation in my writeup that said deduct a point if you put him there.....and I guess don't do that if you put Dunn. Or go aheadand deduct if, a) you believe you should anyway since he only played two years there, or b) if you don't care! :) Thanks to a fellow Trading Bases member for pointing that out to me. Sent from my iPad ================= To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2014 17:07:52 -0400 Subject: national report day 2 From: smartalecx@aol.com got there a little early, and chatted with steve rittenberg, richard dingman, and just in from an overnite drive from DC, mac wubben. not very many dealers open for business that early, but we did manage to pick up a few in addition to mac, other newcomers that i saw at the show today include ken morganti bright and early, nick pelletier, first time ever meet with jim wiehe, short chat with bob reed on my way out, and a wes shepard sighting from a distance. i know several others made it in today, but i checked out at 330 and didn't get to see everyone. made the decision today to upgrade my 65 topps baseball set, and picked up 50 hits, mainly from ron estes, terry woodard (? always near uncle dicks table, but i dont see him listed on our dealer roster) and uncle dick. other key purchases were several jellos and some '14 uv insert hits. aside from a quick stop at kurt's table, i have not seen anything on that side of the hall, so i am glad i have tomorrow and Saturday for sure, with possible Friday and Sunday appearances as well. see you all tomorrow! Gary Mandell 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 Chicago, IL 60613-5518 _http://gmcards.homestead.com/mywebpage.html_ (http://gmcards.homestead.com/) Member: OCT, OBC, DT, TB ================= To: OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2014 17:11:29 -0400 Subject: woodard? From: smartalecx@aol.com triple play vintage is the name of the dealer, but i dont see that listed Gary Mandell 3930 North Pine Grove Avenue # 3108 Chicago, IL 60613-5518 _http://gmcards.homestead.com/mywebpage.html_ (http://gmcards.homestead.com/) Member: OCT, OBC, DT, TB ================= Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2014 20:20:21 -0500 To: "OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Subject: Name this obcer? From: MarkZ Saw this guy on youtube video from today on sportscardradio youtube channel ================= Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2014 00:54:00 -0400 (EDT) To: OBC-Thanks@yahoogroups.com, OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com Subject: Day 1 Early report and thanks From: ChicoD1@aol.com Hand shakes are alive and well after day 1 and I received many... Kent- Gets me rolling with 3 53B color a 55B hit to the Dodger likst and a 73 Mets Checklist Taylor- chips away nicely with a pair of 62s and trio of 59s Mac- Wow! knocks off a line of the Dodger set with a 48B and hits the 59 Guru- Everyone chipping away at 59s as Larry contributes a trio Nick- 3 more 59 chips and officially starts the 60F set by saying, "two means you are collecting it!" Mike R- More 59 damage with 4 hits and the unhittable Conlon list with 4 Richard D- helps bigtime to the annoying 75 set 5 hits- almost done with that one! Bob R- Decided I need to take the 80T basketball sets off the Knick and Net list, nailing the remaining (I believe) with 32 hits. Also along are a few Rangers and badly needed basketball Sam- National rookie sends over a 51T Blue- a set that never gets any hits! Wes- The youngster comes around the back and hits the 72T set and halves the remaining 4 70 scratchoffs!' Steve R- Always a nice assortment including 3 64 coin hits, the 75T basketball of Dr J, 62 stamps Hodges, 98 Kahn Mets team set and some very cool Mets "pins"? Steve, remind me to ask you about that. Also, there are rumours that Steve "Hacked" us at dinner tonight. The incident is still under You know, its so cool to get these cards and the handshakes, but it's always much cooler when you get to hang with yous guys (no accent). I take something away from everyone. I have learned about sets I never knew, talked to others about how they acquired and started certain sets. Found out how generous OBCers are to each other, using their knowledge in other areas of expertise to help out another. Got to meet two former OBCers in Jim Wiehe and Barry Clesh after 20 years, who made the stop to the National. What an awesome group! And hell, this is only Day 1. Thanks to everyone for the cards, and more importantly, thanks for being here and making this the highlight event of the year! ================= Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2014 07:52:43 -0400 To: "OBC-Ramblings@yahoogroups.com" Subject: Rittenberg show report From: Steve Rittenberg Surprisingly productive National for me. Sets completed: - Planet of the Apes (movie) - Planet of the Apes (TV show) - Jets, Rockets & Spacemen - 1961 Topps Sports Cars - 1954 Bowman variations - Soldier Boys - 1967 Topps Posters - 1984-85 OPC Hockey I'd like to do more for everyone else. If people not attending have short (10 to 20 and under) lists for Topps or Bowman sets, please text me 256-585-4329 and I will try to help you. You MUST send the player names along with the numbers. Note: I may have the card already in my DS binder. Steve Rittenberg cell/text 256-585-4329 ================= Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2014 05:01:49 -0700 To: OBC Ramblings Subject: Love/Hate From: Glenn Codere I have a bit of a love/hate relationship with OBC round about this time of the year. I LOVE hearing all the National stories - the cards, the sets, the meetings, the handshakes, the meals, the travel, the caps, the dealers, the deals. the BBQ, the Swap....... I HATE.......NOT BEING THERE MYSELF!!!!!!! Sounds like a terrific time is being had by all, as per usual! Keep the stories coming, guys!! Too far away. ================= Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2014 20:04:22 -0400 To: OBC Ramblings Subject: The "I wish I was at the National" Availables list - part one. 1959 Topps From: Doug DeJong For those of us who would love to be at the National but can't, well we just have to use our imagination. Imagine you just came to the end of the last row, and the dealer scum has a few 59 Topps marked 'free'. They aren't the prettiest, but you rationalize the price is decent. You glance at the dealer scum and think to yourself he looks a little scummier than most, but hey - the price is decent. All you have to do is look at the box, see if need any, let the dealer scum know what you want and you have to be sure to include your mailing address. 1959 Topps Available 16 18 24 27 28 29 31 37 46 47 55 61 63 65 66 68 74 75 78 79 83 84 95 98 101 104 111 113 116 117 120 121 122 123 124 126 127 129 135 139 143 146 157 161 162 178 188 189 201 207 211 214 218 220 230236 238 241 244 247 252 254 264266 267 269 277 281 282 291 297 298 299 305 316 319 320 324330 337 346 347 356 361 364 366 377 381 385 386 388 396 397 411 418 422 424 426 434 441 446 447 477 487 494 420 VNDS (Virtual National Dealer Scum) ================= Date: 31 Jul 2014 23:07:56 -0700 To: Subject: NEW MAILING ADDRESS FOR MR-W From: mikerw7@gmail.com