I'm doing well. Sivyer had a habit of serving cookies to the umpires between innings that led to her opening a small cookie shop in Palo Alto in 1977. (. (, Anyone hear how Barbara is doing? I'm sorry to keep "abandoning" you. (, I've been trying to find him- haven't had any luck- if I do I'll post! They are both very real. I see that now at Wikipedia. He never moved here from Chicago. I love them too!!! 2023 Getty Images. Doing my best, let me know if I cross the line. When I win the lottery, that's one of the things we'll do. (, Makes sense to me. (, Whatever happened to steve and Shaun Simpson, According to an article online. We have a "bridge" across that room til we can fix it. There will always be people like Barry, whose memories and devotion to the team only sweeten and solidify with the each telling. (, I find almost all the information I post by using Google. Love, Bubby. Which made one member of the audience ask during a Q&A why as a teen born in 1961 and growing up in the Bay Area, he was the only one of his friends who followed the As. Book details As on-field glory, clubhouse drama, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Chart: Bay Area rainfall totals for this week. That didnt hurt either.. In 1969, Oakland Athletics owner Charles O. Finley introduced "ball girls" (young girls who would sit in foul territory near the baselines to retrieve baseballs grounded foul by batters) to major league baseball. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. I'm a little late on the wishes, 'S'ok. You'll be up again in a couple of hours, so don't get too excited about it. (, I'm alive. I know he was born after Gable's death. I'll leave this message here so she can see your apology (, Thanks, Kathy. The Getty Images design is a trademark of Getty Images. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. One charged with murder, second suspect released, in mass shootout that killed teen at Oakland music video shoot, Garamendi's bill would extend water treatment facility permits, Alameda County Supervisors allow eviction moratorium to remain until end of April. Danny, thanks for posting all this great info. Things are bad physically and financially so I haven't been around but love ya. ), Finley chuckled happily. When asked about why he brought in Barry and Sivyer, Finley told the media, I wanted to get the female interested in baseball., When it was suggested that the Oakland Athletics ballgirls mainly intrigued men as well as many teenage boys like myself back then (Hey, Mary Barry, are you out there reading this? (Manager) Dick Williams hammered fundamentals that made them great.. She was in the movie Dirty Dancing Cynthia Rhodes was also in "Staying Alive" and was part of the group Animotion. Also, thank you to everyone who once participated in the board, making it as popular as it was back in the day. So very sorry to hear all of this. (, Happy Birthday Eric Owen and may everyday be HAPPY!!! The sex appeal of the two teens with Sivyer . Looking back at Ruben Sierra with the Oakland As, Remembering former As, Yankees utility man Hector Lopez, Oakland As reach inevitable mark with 100th loss, Oakland As announce 2023 Hall of Fame class, Conner Capel makes Oakland As history by taking field. (, Missy-Jo you are VERY appreciated here! As of 2012 she was alive I contacted her in Florida and she autographed a photo for me. contribution is not tax-deductible.) A research firm he hired to study it repeated the message, but he was an iconoclast and ignored the information. You know I'm here for you, whatever you need! Schwarz said that after the negotiations were resolved, Blue was uncharacteristically bitter and would complain about pitching while icing his arm and talking to the media. I recommend You're welcome! Hulk is not and never has defined wrestling IMO. I was born and raised in Oakland I just know I was part of an era when it was exciting to be paid by Finley, to get free tickets for our families.. Amen. I knew Kurt was having drug issues before leaving WWE. (1972 photo by Ron Riesterer) Contact her at lou@johnsonandfancher.com. In 1971, Oakland Athletics owner, Charles Finley introduced Debbie Sivyer and Mary Barry, two local teenagers from Oakland's Bishop O'Dowd High School stationed along the Oakland Coliseum foul lines fielding foul balls and, between innings, serving the umpires lemonade and chocolate chip cookies. 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Other costly mistakes involved scapegoating second baseman Mike Anders for a team loss, refusing to comply with contract terms for Catfish Hunter a mess that ultimately set the stage for todays free agency and opening only one ticket booth, resulting in long lines for fans. Turbow said there were two reasons: Finley had been told the Bay Area already had the Giants and wasnt a two-team market. He apparently hosts a show on WWE 24/7 with Michael Hayes, but we don't get that service here. But Vida knew he could get more.. But fans need not worry that As history will be lost. So was Chris Kattan on SNL as her "brother Kippy." Where is my youth? All Access Digital offer for just 99 cents! (, Kathy. I'm so sad to hear this. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. I love them, always have. Betty is alive @ 96. In 1971, Mary Barry dressed in hot pants and took her position near first base, scooping up foul balls and attention from fans and national media as an Oakland As ball girl and one of the first females hired to work on a Major League baseball field. In the 2000s, most traumatic for fans like Barry are undoubtedly the teams lack of postseason winning play and the were-leaving-were-staying, back-and-forth headlines. Finley colored everything. (. A friend's mother has her looking, and of course, WWE suspends 10 for violating policy on steroids, other drugs, Boy that's a heckuva a list. (, Glad I could help, even though I I know you didn't get what you REALLY wanted, maybe next year! (, I'm sorry to hear how things are. Appreciate it! Cookie Notice (, Be sure to check out Heroes of World Class and the WWE's WCCW DVDs. Our storms weren't too bad here as compared to further south. But Finleys oddities and frugality didnt guarantee prosperity; it often hurt the team and fans, according to Turbow. Not sure what you're talking about, since I know Barbara would never call me a troll. and the lovely Betty Jane Rhodes? (, It's your board - whatever you say goes. (, I used to watch wrestling some when I was little, and would be visiting my papaw. He, like me, was short and overweight. I was scared of Gary but will miss him. (, I had to clean coffee off my monitor. The teams mule mascot, Charlie O., won fans oddly fervent devotion that Barry still feels, but cant explain. Whatever became of her? Where is actress Catherine Burns?? (, Ditto sister. (. They own a chain of (, What ever became of Shirley Coates of Our Gang disappeared in the 60's. Ultimately, it was because he never integrated with his team into the fabric of the community, Turbow said. Kathy lives in Rome. I'm feeling down and wanted to brighten things up. In 1971, Mary Barry dressed in hot pants and took her position near first base, scooping up foul balls and attention from fans and national media as an Oakland As ball girl and one of the first females hired to work on a Major League baseball field. Billy is a fave of mine and hubby's. Anyone remember her 100 years old if still alive? Sisters to Actress Joan Leslie? Found out today that Mary Brodel Russom passed away on June 3, 2015 @ 98. (, James, Kathy is one of my guardian angels. She Whatever became of actor Sean Garrison? (, Good grief - I've been here I don't know how many times, and just now saw this message lol I'll e-mail you in a few (, Happy 5th birthday tomorrow to my precious Eric Owen. He never moved here from Chicago. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Thanks. (, Added a bit of holiday color - Missy-Jo, if you don't like it, go ahead and change it. I'm just the police, you're the mayor lol, Not doing great, have certainly been better, but have permission to use the boy's computer. (. I'm assuming she is still married to R. Marx. I'm still planning to contact you via past stuff. All Access Digital offer for just 99 cents! Thanks for posting, y'all. In 1971, Mary Barry dressed in hot pants and took her position near first base, scooping up foul balls and attention from fans and national media as an Oakland A's ball girl and one of the first . She became Mrs. Fields Cookies of the empire cookie chain? said Barry. But in the early 1970s, baseball enthusiasts celebrated three-in-a-row World Series championships and relished or were roiled by owner Charlie O. Finleys penny-pinching tactics and wildly creative marketing campaigns. Like many of Finleys innovations, the ball girl novelty would develop around other MLB stadiums in upcoming years and are still used in some ballparks today though maybe not as sexily attired. You're SURE, and positively know this? (. (, Whatever became of China Lee- once married to Mort Sahl (, Thanks for posting this, Ron. ( NT) -- jlp, Sat October 17, 2015 4:49pm CST. (. Sivyer had a habit of serving cookies to the umpires between innings that led to her opening a small cookie shop in Palo Alto in 1977. Love the 'Birds also. But in the pantheon of things, what made this team great was that they executed so perfectly, so consistently, he said. Where we see need, the Fibro Sisters can supply. Love you too! She was Danny I found the address for Lydia Bruce! Not a whole lot of people will remember where I live. Dear Abby: Why do they imply my husband is a freak? To learn what Missy-Jo, Francesca and I go through, read on! (. He was narcissistic, called all the shots, was his own general manager, said Turbow. is a freelance writer. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Other costly mistakes involved scapegoating second baseman Mike Anders for a team loss, refusing to comply with contract terms for Catfish Hunter a mess that ultimately set the stage for todays free agency and opening only one ticket booth, resulting in long lines for fans. (, By the way, Kathy, you and yours have my prayers and love. I think he mainly does musicals. (, Sheriff concludes wrestler Chris Benoit murder-suicide probe, Maybe now Mr. Benoit's and his wife's families can get some closure. Besides facing health issues of her own, Missy-Jo sadly lost her husband to a massive heart attack in June of this year. I was born and raised in Oakland I just know I was part of an era when it was exciting to be paid by Finley, to get free tickets for our families.. (, Actress Jo Aann Sayers aka Miriam Lucille Lilygren Born: 10/22/1918 (, Thanks to Lordhelmut From StarTiger found and posted a contact address!! It was 5:52. MAJOR prayers headed your way! (, So.who is your favorite wrestler of all time? (, Does anyone know what became of Actress Rosella Towne ? Hi again Missy Jo! (, Thanks so much for your message, Kathy! Turbow said there were two reasons: Finley had been told the Bay Area already had the Giants and wasnt a two-team market. Boards are the best place to save images and video clips. Saw Kevin On WWE's RAW Earlier This Year (. Hope you're both okay? My friend Stro sent a bulletin on myspace last night. Hubby was just talking about Dirty Dancing the other day. He had a picture of Sal Bando on the wall behind him, so I said, Sal Bando. I wanted the job.. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. Boy, he's growing. In 1971, Oakland Athletics owner, Charles Finley introduced Debbie Sivyer and Mary Barry, two local teenagers from Oaklands Bishop ODowd High School stationed along the Oakland Coliseum foul lines fielding foul balls and, between innings, serving the umpires lemonade and chocolate chip cookies. 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