I find it odd they didnt capture the imagination of Northern California. Saw this post regarding Scottie - sad to tell you Rest In Peace, Retha Ann Sales Murders. The sex appeal of the two teens with Sivyer . That really cost him.. (, Found out today that Mary Brodel Russom passed away on June 3, 2015 @ 98. Love ya bunches. So very sorry to hear all of this. (, Abel Fernandez - a star of "The Untouchables", Abel Fernandez - a star of "The Untouchables", Best thoughts and prayers to you Missy-Jo (, Thanks y'all and thanks to Kathy for keeping the board going. 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.. For more information, please see our (. 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. She became Mrs. Fields Cookies of the empire cookie chain? said Barry. Always liked B. Brian. (, Grad to report after 7 years I along with some help have located Joan Leslie sisters Mary and Betty and obtained their autographs. (Townsend) Born: 01/20/1918 (, Whatever became of Actresses Brenda Joyce and Mary Howard?? (, Saw this on RAW Monday. A research firm he hired to study it repeated the message, but he was an iconoclast and ignored the information. Boy, he's growing. I watched them every. Jean, I watched them on cable out of Dallas. It doesn't bother me, David. (, You haven't abandoned anything or anybody! I'll see if I can find anything else. I'm so sad to hear this. (, I've been trying to find him- haven't had any luck- if I do I'll post! Hi Pam! (Manager) Dick Williams hammered fundamentals that made them great.. WEH2 author F. Scott Fitzgeralds daughter Scottie? I'm feeling down and wanted to brighten things up. He does a lot of theater work now, which is where he started. Former wrestler B. Brian Blair ("Killer Bees") arrested . Wow, what a mess. Thanks very much, Kathy. I miss you, Daddy. Privacy Policy. Doing my best, let me know if I cross the line. I've been following his health and praying for him for quite awhile. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. 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. Would dismantling Interstate 980 repair damage to Black neighborhoods? My friend Stro sent a bulletin on myspace last night. He had a picture of Sal Bando on the wall behind him, so I said, Sal Bando. I wanted the job.. (, Happy 19th birthday to my precious, Dustin Gene Shelton, who shares his day with the late Andy Gibb. (. He had a picture of Sal Bando on the wall behind him, so I said, Sal Bando. I wanted the job.. But fans need not worry that As history will be lost. My oldest baby is turning 18 years old today!!! You know I'm here for you, whatever you need! I think it was just a figure of speech, not an accusation against me. 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 . I do the same, but I don't know how much good it'll do when they use anonymouse (, If it's OK with Kathy, it's OK with me if y'all want to post obits here too. (, Thanks so much for your message, Kathy! I know its painful to talk about but how did you lose him? 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. During the interview for the job, Finley asked Barry to name her favorite ball player. You'll be up again in a couple of hours, so don't get too excited about it. As Dan Epstein put it inBig Hair and Plastic Grass a fascinating look at baseball and American culture in the 70s, The shop would eventually grow into a worldwide empire, netting the former ball girl a substantially larger payday than any As player ever made under Finley., In Nancy Finleys recently released Finley Ball, she writes that at the end of 1974 the ballgirl plan was eventually scrapped due to complaints from several player wives. You're making my birthday better. (Manager) Dick Williams hammered fundamentals that made them great.. (. The sex appeal of the two teens with Sivyer by the Oakland Athletics bullpen and Barry on the first base side caught the eye of fans and other owners. Things are bad physically and financially so I haven't been around but love ya. (. (, More Came Out As Rodney Harrison and Wade Wilson From The NFL Were Suspended, Saint Louis Cardinals Player Rick Ankiel Is Also a Customer Of The Same Place, For Growth Hormones. During the interview for the job, Finley asked Barry to name her favorite ball player. Oakland Athletics ball girl Mary Barry sitting along the foul line at the Oakland Alameda County Coliseum during A's game. He belongs to the circus of sports entertainment. and the lovely Betty Jane Rhodes? Contact your. contribution is not tax-deductible.) I see that now at Wikipedia. Hubby was just talking about Dirty Dancing the other day. I will miss you. (. MissyJo- yes, that is her- I found some fantastic pictures of her What ever happened to Lee Paterson(Joe Riley on OLTL, Just read in Soap Opera Weekly that he passed away in February of this year. I saw him on the Best of World Class video. I don't know if you'll be able to get on to see it, but HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! Of course, it still wasn't enough, so I'm headed back now, but, I'm late in sending Birthday wishes too, but have a great year and a great life- make everyday your special day!! 17K views, 383 likes, 39 loves, 51 comments, 54 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Oakland Athletics: Last weekend, Major League Baseball's first ballgirls returned to the Coliseum to throw out the. (, This would have been Daddy's 61st b-day. He never moved here from Chicago. He had remarried. (, We should open our own funeral home and give people a contract before they die so they can be dressed and made up how they'd want to be. Whatever Happened To Former Oakland A's BallgirlMary Barry, Whatever Happened to Former Oakland A's Ballgirl Mary Barry, Pro Wrestlers Dr. Death Steve Williams and Jake The Snake Roberts, Thanks, David. (. He shot out ideas right and left: designated hitter, colorful uniforms but he also pushed for an orange ball. Innovations that stuck included night World Series games and opening the series on a Saturday. HAPPY BIRTHDAY DUSTIN!!!!! (, Don't have anything on-topic, but I'm touching base on all the boards, so Hi everybody! Hulk is not and never has defined wrestling IMO. (, So.who is your favorite wrestler of all time? (, Missy-Jo you are VERY appreciated here! Thanks, Kathy. Missy Jo, you have my prayers and love during this trying time. Trust me, I know. I googled her image and yep--right one! 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. 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. (. My thoughts are with his family. I find it odd they didnt capture the imagination of Northern California. "If all roads lead to Rome, I know I'm going to Rome" is what Barbara said about the troll. Happy Holidays, Kathy and everyone who comes to "our" board. Flash forward to 2017, the Pleasant Hill professional massage therapist dresses more conservatively, but is no less enamored by her favorite Bay Area team. I don't remember so much sickness in the world when I was a kid. Organize, control, distribute and measure all of your digital content. Oakland Athletics ball girls Debbie Sivyer and Mary Barry. Finley hired then 14-year-old Barry and her best friend, Debbi Sivyer, a fellow Bishop ODowd student to generate publicity. Harriette Cole: I don't want the neighbor's kids at my house, Dear Abby: My wife said she doesn't like it, but it's part of my life, Ask Amy: I feel guilty for not speaking up about my co-worker's activities, Ask Amy: I'm your cabin housekeeper, and you apparently have no idea what I do. (, Glad I could help, even though I I know you didn't get what you REALLY wanted, maybe next year! The Athletics defeated the Mariners 4-3. Scott Adams faces 'consequence culture' as U.S. newspapers drop Dilbert, Tom Cruise's 'ditching' of Suri showcased by Judd Apatow's 'co-parenting' joke, ex-Scientology exec says. Happy 4th Birthday to Mommy's Sweetie, Eric Owen Lee Black. (, I'm sorry to hear how things are. Were still best friends.. Good luck Jerry. OAKLAND, CA - MAY 24: Original ball girls for the Oakland Athletics Debbie Fields and Mary Barry stand on the field prior to throwing out the ceremonial first pitch before the game between the Athletics and the Seattle Mariners at the Oakland Alameda Coliseum on May 24, 2018 in Oakland, California. IRS delays tax deadline for Bay Area, but California hasn't followed: What should you do? Love you too! WEH2 Clark Gable's only child/son? (, Sheriff concludes wrestler Chris Benoit murder-suicide probe, Maybe now Mr. Benoit's and his wife's families can get some closure. Dear Abby: Why do they imply my husband is a freak? Thank you for the information on Cynthia Rhodes! Hi Missy-Jo! Thanks for posting this. (, Whatever happened to steve and Shaun Simpson, According to an article online. I'll leave this message here so she can see your apology (, Thanks, Kathy. I need y'all. I'm okay, but family health problems abound, Yep, I'm grossly underappreciated at home. (. I have NO idea why he suddenly came to mind. (, Just came here to post about my cousin and now this? (. Pam, did you by chance mean Pamelyn Ferdin, who played Felix Unger's daughter on "The Odd Couple" and was in tons of teen stuff? You're SURE, and positively know this? I've sent you an e-mail. (. I think I'm gonna borrow mom's copy of Queenie Peavy, I haven't read it since I was in my 20s. 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. Access the best of Getty Images with our simple subscription plan. 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. Along with each 1970s championship season, a major off-field drama developed. 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. (, You can work at my retired 'rassler's home too when we get rich. (. Where is my youth? So was Chris Kattan on SNL as her "brother Kippy." What happened to Actresses Mary and Betty Brodel. (, You're welcome. (, I had to clean coffee off my monitor. I'm still planning to contact you via past stuff. Were still best friends.. Today is National Fibromyalgia Awareness Day! Three Bay Area men, including justice reform activist, plead guilty in Norteo RICO murder case, Californias hardest to book campground isnt in a famous park. I've been trying to find something out, but, Where are they now Missy-Jo and Kathy?! I do enjoy annoying you, but just so you know, I saw your photo and you actually ARE attractive, not plain (as you said). That really cost him.. (, The board was hacked, got it back now. (, Happy Easter, my "peeps." Cookie Notice ( NT) -- jlp, Fri December 16, 2016 5:00pm CST. Inger Stevens died April 30th 1970. I don't know about the how, but according to one source I found, the when was July 27, 1999. Hi again Missy Jo! (, Sorry you lost your dad, Missy-Jo. But Finleys oddities and frugality didnt guarantee prosperity; it often hurt the team and fans, according to Turbow. Before I ban anybody I also report them to voy as spam. She has a, Teller, thank you for posting these. (, I'll be the one going around asking "Now who was supposed to get what? (, Michael PS Hayes Went By The Doc Hendricks on WWE (, I Saw Somewhere About The History That Kerry Von Erich Had Match Against Ric Flair A Few Times, Handsome Jimmy is one of my myspace friends. 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? Where is actress Catherine Burns?? It's almost like having someone send them to you. (. 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. All I found was a bio on Wiki (inside), that doesn't tell a whole lot. (. I hope he's found OK. (, Joe will be on an episode of Touched By An Angel on Hallmark Channel, Monday, March 2 (, Sorry Mercedes - deleted your message because of the troll attraction. Is the vulgar anti-Tesla sign on my neighbors truck illegal? Not sure what you're talking about, since I know Barbara would never call me a troll. (, Yes both are still alive as of Oct. 2015. (, Anyone hear how Barbara is doing? I got one 3 days after my birthday in 1989; great gift. To write most of the book, Turbow interviewed former players conducting interviews in rental cars, home offices and with Dick Green in sub-zero weather near Mount Rushmore and sports journalists like Schwarz, historians, and Finleys son, Paul Finley. Missy-Jo, I'm always in your corner, even when I can't find the energy to drag myself out of mine. A really happy Thanksgiving this year! 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. Also, thank you to everyone who once participated in the board, making it as popular as it was back in the day. (, It's not my board, it's Missy-Jo's, I just help her. I'm really gonna miss Penny. (, Does anyone know what became of Actress Rosella Towne ? Shirley Coates is still alive and living in Villa Park Ca. Explain, please. Thanks for posting, y'all. Thats rightBarbara used this background when she started her board..must be a chick thing (, Of course, James - all women love roses! 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. The teams mule mascot, Charlie O., won fans oddly fervent devotion that Barry still feels, but cant explain. Get this image in a variety of framing options at Photos.com. Before the start of the 1975 season, Oakland Athletics General Manager Carl Finley determined the girls had to go in the interests of the players marital harmony., Next: Trade Deadline Looming, A's Fans Deserve More. Spent last night in the ER. 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.
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