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 . The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. When I win the lottery, that's one of the things we'll do. 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. (, I checked to see if he got his results he did, and it's not good, Kathy, thanks for checking and posting. Amen. I googled her image and yep--right one! 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. Hi Pam! We have a "bridge" across that room til we can fix it. 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. He was a childhood crush of mine during the "Bad News Bears" days. I miss you, Daddy. 2023 Getty Images. Her ex hubby died last year. (, Kathy. He had remarried. No more than 7 images from any single MLB game, workout, activity or event may be used (including online and on apps) while that game, activity or event is in progress. 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. 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. Would dismantling Interstate 980 repair damage to Black neighborhoods? I'm assuming she is still married to R. Marx. The Getty Images design is a trademark of Getty Images. Bluegrass music and buried in her housecoat, looking better than she had in years. (. Thanks for posting this. (1972 photo by Ron Riesterer) (, You're welcome! I love them, always have. ( NT) -- jlp, Fri December 16, 2016 5:00pm CST. 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. Betty is alive @ 96. (. Access the best of Getty Images with our simple subscription plan. Get Morning Report and other email newsletters. I think he mainly does musicals. Aren't they pretty, Barb? I recommend You're welcome! She's gotten me through a lot and I love her to pieces. He belongs to the circus of sports entertainment. I find it odd they didnt capture the imagination of Northern California. (. (. You must be one since you have no name. (, You haven't abandoned anything or anybody! He's 14 lb 9 oz now. Would dismantling Interstate 980 repair damage to Black neighborhoods? Love you too, got you in my prayers. (. (, 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. IRS delays tax deadline for Bay Area, but California hasn't followed: What should you do? It doesn't bother me, David. My thoughts are with his family. (, Actress Jo Aann Sayers aka Miriam Lucille Lilygren Born: 10/22/1918 (, Thanks to Lordhelmut From StarTiger found and posted a contact address!! Really? Whatever became of her? Start out small and expand to a nationwide chain. (, Betty was still alive as of August 2015, as I got an autographed photo then. (. But fans need not worry that As history will be lost. (, The board was hacked, got it back now. But in the pantheon of things, what made this team great was that they executed so perfectly, so consistently, he said. They own a chain of (, What ever became of Shirley Coates of Our Gang disappeared in the 60's. "If all roads lead to Rome, I know I'm going to Rome" is what Barbara said about the troll. Wonderful that Barbara is improving! The Athletics defeated the Mariners 4-3. But Vida knew he could get more.. You're welcome. Some stories were cut to pare the book down to 140,000 words. Why was there no geographic loyalty? the man asked. I'm okay, but family health problems abound, Yep, I'm grossly underappreciated at home. (, This would have been Daddy's 61st b-day. (. subjects, the Hager twins, are gone and I've been depressed. 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. (. (Manager) Dick Williams hammered fundamentals that made them great.. I will miss you. (, Yes both are still alive as of Oct. 2015. I have NO idea why he suddenly came to mind. 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. That's the beauty of being a paid member editing! Thanks. A research firm he hired to study it repeated the message, but he was an iconoclast and ignored the information. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Turbow, (also author of The Baseball Codes) inconversationwith former sports editor of the San Francisco Chronicle Glenn Schwarz, said Finley was the maelstrom at the teams center. I 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. I watched them every. Jean, I watched them on cable out of Dallas. (Note: We are still technically a for-profit company, so your
That really cost him.. 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. I know she would appreciate any good thoughts, wishes and prayers y'all could send for her and her sons, as they still are trying to come to terms with their new reality. 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 don't know how many messages we lost. 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. 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. Grow your brand authentically by sharing brand content with the internets creators. (, You can work at my retired 'rassler's home too when we get rich. Show your support by donating any amount. Good luck Jerry. I love you. (, Sorry you lost your dad, Missy-Jo. Don't worry about it. He never moved here from Chicago. Ms. Dorothy, thank you so much for taking time to help my friends as they have comforted me. Thanks for posting, y'all. Anyone know the whereabouts of actress Carol Ohmart?? So was Chris Kattan on SNL as her "brother Kippy." Thanks, Kathy, for putting my gal Penny on the board. Anyone know the whereabouts of actress Lydia Bruce? Book details As on-field glory, clubhouse drama, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Chart: Bay Area rainfall totals for this week. Hi again Missy Jo! Doing my best, let me know if I cross the line. As for trolling, Thanks for keeping the peace, Kathy. She Whatever became of actor Sean Garrison? (. Missy-Jo, I'm always in your corner, even when I can't find the energy to drag myself out of mine. 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. 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. The sex appeal of the two teens with Sivyer . Billy is a fave of mine and hubby's. Debbi was one of the first ones he hired. Contact your. I knew Gerry was having health problems but not Jack. Welcome, Phoenix Michael Gene Reichardt, my nephew. 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. (. Get this image in a variety of framing options at Photos.com. 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. I got one 3 days after my birthday in 1989; great gift. Turbow, (also author of The Baseball Codes) inconversationwith former sports editor of the San Francisco Chronicle Glenn Schwarz, said Finley was the maelstrom at the teams center. (, 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. Love the 'Birds also. I love them too!!! During the interview for the job, Finley asked Barry to name her favorite ball player. (. and the lovely Betty Jane Rhodes? ~grin~ (, Hi Kathy! (. The teams mule mascot, Charlie O., won fans oddly fervent devotion that Barry still feels, but cant explain. But Finleys oddities and frugality didnt guarantee prosperity; it often hurt the team and fans, according to Turbow. I'm the source of the VE's being here, Jean. There will always be people like Barry, whose memories and devotion to the team only sweeten and solidify with the each telling. Saw this post regarding Scottie - sad to tell you Rest In Peace, Retha Ann Sales Murders. (, Happy Easter, my "peeps." Turbow said there were two reasons: Finley had been told the Bay Area already had the Giants and wasnt a two-team market. Ultimately, it was because he never integrated with his team into the fabric of the community, Turbow said. Miss Manners: I shouldn't call because the phone scares people? (, Added a bit of holiday color - Missy-Jo, if you don't like it, go ahead and change it. But fans need not worry that As history will be lost. (, You're welcome. Where we see need, the Fibro Sisters can supply. Sisters to Actress Joan Leslie? 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. I'm so sad to hear this. Whatever happened to Kellye Nakahara, my favorite female character on M*A*S*H! All Access Digital offer for just 99 cents! Before I ban anybody I also report them to voy as spam. (. Ultimately, it was because he never integrated with his team into the fabric of the community, Turbow said. I saw him on the Best of World Class video. The floor is history. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. (, I find almost all the information I post by using Google. 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. (, Brenda Joyce is alive at age 96 (not in best of health) this according to her daughter Beth Ward (. (, I've been trying to find him- haven't had any luck- if I do I'll post! Thanks, y'all. I was wondering what ever happened to actress Pamela Ferdinand? Thanks very much, Kathy. I'm so sorry about Barbara. WEH2 Clark Gable's only child/son? (, As of 2012 she was alive I contacted her in Florida and she autographed a photo for me. Some stories were cut to pare the book down to 140,000 words. I think I'm gonna borrow mom's copy of Queenie Peavy, I haven't read it since I was in my 20s. No commercial uses without permission. 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. (. (, I feel for ya. The standoff went on for six weeks, with dwindling attendance in Blues absence crippling the team. 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? WEH2 Richard Marx and his wife? All I found was a bio on Wiki (inside), that doesn't tell a whole lot. I'm really gonna miss Penny. I find it odd they didnt capture the imagination of Northern California. (, Be sure to check out Heroes of World Class and the WWE's WCCW DVDs. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. (, Saw this on RAW Monday. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. I need to learn not to have a mouthful of anything when I read things you write ~grin~ (, Thanks for linking to Jackie, Kat. Our storms weren't too bad here as compared to further south. So very sorry to hear all of this. Finley offered $50,000 for 72, the highest salary ever for a second-year player, Turbow said. I've been following his health and praying for him for quite awhile. I was scared of Gary but will miss him. Mom's got a big hole in one room, termites have been dining on it forever, Barbara called Peggy!! David was ref in Fritz Von Erich's WCCW in the 1980s. Outside of the Oakland Athletics ball girls, the best-known ballgirl in major league history may well be Marla Collins, who in 1986 was dismissed after she removed her Cubs uniform to pose nude for Playboy. 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. is a freelance writer. Finley hired then 14-year-old Barry and her best friend, Debbi Sivyer, a fellow Bishop ODowd student to generate publicity. (, Sorry to hear about Retha - if you need anything, let me know (, Beautiful graveside service. Turbow said there were two reasons: Finley had been told the Bay Area already had the Giants and wasnt a two-team market. I think it was just a figure of speech, not an accusation against me. Dear Abby: Why do they imply my husband is a freak? No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. (Manager) Dick Williams hammered fundamentals that made them great.. 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. That really cost him.. Happy Holidays, Kathy and everyone who comes to "our" board. I hope she is getting better every day. WEH2 author F. Scott Fitzgeralds daughter Scottie? Why's it so FOGGY in here???" (, Ditto sister. David Manning, WCCW Referee -- daughter posted here before. I have Breast Cancer, I knew all of that, Fran, but I thought you had Fibro too. (, It's not my board, it's Missy-Jo's, I just help her. (, Happy 94th Birthday to Erna Dee Dove Smith. Things are bad physically and financially so I haven't been around but love ya. She was Danny I found the address for Lydia Bruce! Where is actress Catherine Burns?? For more information, please see our (1972 photo by Ron Riesterer) It'll be his first round of Ramona. Shirley Coates is still alive and living in Villa Park Ca. (, Thanks so much for the updates, Teller and Kathy! I'm so sad. 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. Kathy lives in Rome. Finley colored everything. I love you, Grandma. Thank you again, Kathy. I don't know about the how, but according to one source I found, the when was July 27, 1999. You'll be up again in a couple of hours, so don't get too excited about it. I've found some of these folks on myspace as well. Here's what Yahoo Movies has to say. 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 . 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. (, I love that we have "found" Chuck Cunningham. Where is my youth? (, Don't have anything on-topic, but I'm touching base on all the boards, so Hi everybody! IMDb says Sandra remarried and moved to Hawaii. Not a whole lot of people will remember where I live. I'm sorry to keep "abandoning" you. Flash forward to 2017, the Pleasant Hill professional massage therapist dresses more conservatively, but is no less enamored by her favorite Bay Area team. That was the background I used on the obit board when I first set it up. I don't know why I always thought that, I haven't kept up..please tell mewhere is, He turned out to be the troll who was causing so much trouble on the Obits board, Feeling better today, but Sunday night I was in tears, DannyI think I found her address..I emailed it to you. (, Please pray for Rollin Hard -- Indy wrestler, That should be rollinhizard@hotmail.com (, From me: please pray for Jeff, Jesse, and Kim (info inside), Prayers of course, as always. Woo Hoo! (, By the way, Kathy, you and yours have my prayers and love. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. 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. Happy Holidays, Kathy, for putting my gal Penny on the was... 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