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Browsing to find a connection to Stoney McLinn. I have a scrapbook which I suspect was his, and wanted to learn more about him. Robert G. Bobo Franklinville, NJ USA Wednesday, December 24, 2003 12:53 PM
My father grew up as a big Phila A's fan. He took mw to Connie
Mac stadium as a young child. I was really excited to learn of your
museum and gift shop.
Great Website. As a young boy, I sent $1 to a save-the-A's campaign. Also, I believe Gus Zernial's injury occurred in 1954. I know I was there and, as I remember, the fans booed him first for what they perceived as his not hustling for a fly ball hit to him. On a subsequent fly hit his way, he dove in a futile attempt to catch it. Unforgiving fans booed him as he left the field. I am interested in any information on Lou Brissie. John Guiniven Elon, NC Wednesday, December 10, 2003 12:28 PM
You website is really impressive-WELL DONE! Keep up the good word and Thanks! Frank Gronn Streamwood, IL USA Monday, December 08, 2003 8:38 PM
I found your website through Google. I am looking for more information on Lou Brissie. I'd like towrite a paper on him and his experiences in WWII and afterwards. The paper would be for the annual Cooperstown symposium on baseball and american life next June. Michael Friedman New York, NY USA Monday, December 01, 2003 10:54 AM
Searching for record of relative that played baseball in
early 1900's for team in Phil (?) Pa. Last name Delaney, and group
name was (simular) stockings ? purple ? Hoping to locate something
for geneology search. First time on the site - lot of history. Can anyone help me? I have photos of my great uncle Harry Breslin in uniform with a trophy? Played around 1930-40. Anyone ever hear of him? Can't find him, family lore said he was good. John Engelhardt Dayton, OH USA Monday, November 17, 2003 2:46 PM I was googling Scott Dahlke when the reference came up. A long time baseball fan, especially the years when the rules were the same, I will watch your site with interest. Mike Millea Omaha, NE USA Monday, November 10, 2003 2:15 PM Nice site...I have been looking for more info on Harry Damrau who played briefly on the 1915 team, although he probably didn't hit his weight, he is my family's only major league connection I am aware of...any leads, pics etc. would be great to have... keep up the good work. Bob Damrau Reno, NV USA Friday, October 31, 2003 7:18 PM Nice web site...My grandfather was Ford Garrison. I am always looking for interesting things to put together for my son to have. He died in 2001 and we never really knew him due to circumstances beyond our control, but miss him alot. Tami Garrison Maguire Plant City, FL USA Wednesday, October 29, 2003 10:33 PM I was at a card show about 5 years ago. I bought stuff from you people. I think your great. Richard Marshall Columbus, OH USA Monday, October 27, 2003 11:04 PM Looking for information about my Father. He played for the A's in Philly and moved with them to KC.John VanBrabant El Cajon, CA USA Tuesday, October 21, 2003 5:55 PM After all these years of admiring and adoring Eddie Joost, I finally got my wish-come-true and met him at the recent Breakfast on October 12. I'm a new member and want to thank you for the terrific website and the opportunity to meet Eddie Joost. What a classy player he was! Somehow I just knew that he was a first-rate person as well, and I was right! Helene Jawer Rydal, PA USA Tuesday, October 21, 2003 1:20 PM I have just bought a home in Ocean Gate, NJ. The story is that the home was at one time part of the Philadelphia A's training complex. Does anyone have any idea if this in fact true. Thanks for any info. Rich M. Ocean Gate, NJ USA Tuesday, October 21, 2003 9:44 AM Thank you for your web site. I was searching the internet trying to find information on my grandfather and I found your web site. My grandfathers name was Arthur Lee Daney. He was also known as Art Daney. He played for Connie Mack on the 1928 Athletics team. My grandfather was a Choctaw Indian from Oklahoma and this time with the A's was one of the highlights of his life. I found his stats on this page. http://www.baseball-reference.com/d/daneyar01.shtml There is also a bio written by him on this page at the Choctaw Nation web site. http://choctawnation.com/content.php?mmi=4&smi1=0&page=232&enrl_id=91 It would be great to see something added about him on the PhiladelphiaAthletics.org web site. I can also provide a photo of him in his basball uniform. Thanks again for all of your work on this web site. Great work! Bruce Stawicki Mesa, AZ USA Friday, October 17, 2003 8:53 PM I lived in Philadelphia from 1949-1989....Very fond of all the A's and Phillies teams...You have a great website which I'll return to in the future. Thanks. Samuel Armbrester Virginia Beach, VA USA Wednesday, October 15, 2003 11:33 PM I was very pleased with your website (the most thorough I've ever seen-somebody worked very hard on this). I love old time baseball, and have been a Phillies fan since 1959. My grandmother (who was a big fan) told me stories about the A's. A couple of years ago, I met an older man (Samuel "Leaden" Bernstein) who told me a story about how he and five other "sandlotters" were given an opportunity to tryout with the Phillies and A's. His story spurred me to research and subsequently to write a short book about this time. It also got me interested in the A's history which your website and museum pay great tribute to. Thanks. Jack Kapenstein Philadelphia, PA USA Wednesday, October 15, 2003 12:47 PM Herb Sheppard Southampton, PA USA Monday, October 13, 2003 10:27 AM I remember the day Gus Zernial. It was July 11, 1954. The A's were playing the Boston Redsox and lost the first game of a doubleheader 11-1 and the second game 18-0. The loss was nothing compared to losing Zernial until late August of that year. Lane Kronmiller Conshohocken, PA USA Thursday, October 09, 2003 12:29 PM Found site by Luck George Durfor Lisle, Illinois USA Thursday, October 09, 2003 8:00 PM I came across your site looking for your story about the Plank Plaque in Gettysburg. I have been researching Plank and putting together a story about his pre-major league games. I don't think this has ever been done before. It is proving to be extremely interesting but I haven't found info on reported games with Matthewson. Dave Gulden York, PA USA Friday, October 10, 2003 2:42 PM Does Anyone have information about Eddie Joost playing sandlot ball in Port Richmond, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania? Also can anyone recall a game at Shibe Park (Connie Mack Stadium) when Gus Zrnial was injured in a play in left field, had to leave the game, and was booed by the crowd/circa 1953. Fred Cimino Clayton, NJ USA Tuesday, October 07, 2003 3:00 PM Please, will anyone please e-mail me if you have ANY information about William John Fredericks, aka Gus Fredericks. He was recruited by Connie Mack to play the position of catcher right before WWII, but then he left during spring season with Joe Nax (i think thats his last name) to serve in the Navy as a photographer. Joe Nax was going to play Pitcher. Thank you so much! Gus F. is my paternal grandfather and passed away in 1995 or 1996 and I was just wondering if by any chance any old players knew him. M. F. meggels44@hotmail.com Philadelphia, PA USA Tuesday, September 30, 2003 9:17 PM I have been looking for years for a photo that included my great grandfather, Mike Dee, who was an athletic trainor for the A's. I finally found one on this website - the 1915 American League Champions. I can't tell you how thrilled I am to be able to purchase a copy of the photo to finally see a picture of the man about whom I heard so many stories. Thanks so much for enabling me to access this treasure. Donna Landon West Chester, PA USA Monday, September 29, 2003 10:38 PM Sorry that I can't make the breakfast this year, as I will be out of town. I will be sending my check for membership soon. I look forward to as many events that you have. I was a loyal A's fan as a kid. Let me know if I can help in any way. Jim Dierkes Ambler, PA USA Sunday, September 28, 2003 9:24 PM I grew up in the 50s in Philadelphia LOVING baseball. My mother told me her father was a pitcher for the A's. Are there any old rosters in the archives? Kemc grath Philadelphia, PA USA Sunday, September 28, 2003 7:29 PM This is in reference to Gretchen McConnell's entry on 9/13/03. I am Frank Smikel's daughter. In the 1920's when my father played baseball as a pitcher, he spelled his last name Smejkal. By 1930 he was a graduate of the Univ. of Illinois as a civil engineer. To my knowledge he never played for the White Sox. I have a letter sent to my father on Feb. 14, 1924 from Bob Quinn, President, Boston American League Baseball Co. In that letter he was offered a place "with some minor league club". I do not know about his follow-up to that letter. Carol Pastoret Columbia, MO USA Sunday, September 28, 2003 3:40 PM Dave and Nell Philley are good friends of mine, I stay in touch with them by correspondence and at least one visit per year to hear Daves baseball stories that he dearly loves to re-live and I love to hear them. I am a collector of Daves cards and memrobilia, and Nell has supplied me with some very interesting items from Daves long career. Larry D. Martin Sandia, TX USA Saturday, September 27, 2003 2:04 AM I saw your program on channel 12 last night. My grandfather was George "Rube" Walberg. Lisa (Walberg) Crager Vineland, NJ USA Friday, September 26, 2003 8:19 PM I am actually only 23 and a lifetime Oakland A's fan. I was doing some research on the franchise and stumbled across this site. What an impressive display of dedication, love of the A's and love of the game! I found the site educational and inspiring. Keep up the great work! John Quaresma San Diego, CA USA Friday, September 26, 2003 7:49 PM My husbands grandfather was Jim Hunter, who formerly played with the Athletics, I am having a hard time finding out about his baseball career. I have checked the website. We are not even sure what year he played 1920-30's? Any info would be great. Marie Bean Lafayette Hill, PA USA Friday, September 26, 2003 1:58 PM GREAT WEB SITE! My father was the bat boy for the Philadelphia Athletics , if you look at the team picture of the 1929 team he is the kid kneeling on the ground in front of Connie Mack. My fathers name is Lawrence Thomas Moore, his middle name came from his uncle Ira Thomas a baseball player for the A'S in the early 1900's and later he was a scout for the A's. He had a long relationship with Connie Mack and Del Ennis. I used to have that same picture of the team of 1929 (and others), and a autographed baseball, a baseball made of black coal with the A's insignia which said mascot on it , in moving all of these items were lost. I was very happy to see the picutre that my father had showed me so many times over the years. My father was 12 or 13 years old in the photo. Thank you. ROBERT L. MOORE PHILADELPHIA , PA USA Friday, September 26, 2003 10:42 AM A friend had said his father-in-law Kenneth E. Harvey had played for the A's but did not know the year(s). Is there anyway to find out what year(s) and his stats. Jack Rhoads USA Tuesday, September 23, 2003 3:20 PM I was searching for the history of the Philadelphia stadiums and I started with Shibe park ---- up came your website. I am originally from Paoli, PA and had four brothers and three sisters who were all avid ATHLETIC fans, that is until they left Philly. The oldest one is now 92 and we all still remember --just barely though-- alot about those great Philadlphia ATHLETIC teams. Henry Durbano Villas, NJ USA Monday, September 22, 2003 11:50 AM I believe my grandfather played for part of one year for the "A's" during the teens. His name was Frank McDonough. He was a catcher. Mark Heaney Schererville, IN USA Monday, September 15, 2003 10:02 PM Yes I was wondering who as the pitcher for the White Sox in 1930. Or else I was wondering when u can tell me Frank Smikel played for the White Sox. I am his great granddaughter and I am looking for anything I can find about him. TY Gretchen McConnell Henderson, NV USA Saturday, September 13, 2003 6:27 PM Found you while surfing. First knew about team from reading sports pages, then we got a radio; NEXT came a T.V. I wonder what next. Only the best we hope. Grace and Kelly McPhail Kelowna, BC Canada Saturday, September 13, 2003 11:39 AM I found the website by surfing the web. I love baseball history and am a member of the St. Louis Browns Fan Club. William Herman Louisville, KY USA Saturday, September 13, 2003 5:03 AM Leian J Morris Chanhassen, MN USA Wednesday, September 03, 2003 11:57 AM Very nice web site. We had a fellow that lived about 10 miles from here who played for the Athletics -Nellie Fox- he went on to have a great career. Jack Rollins Fayetteville, PA USA Sunday, August 31, 2003 9:51 PM Jim Hannan Baltimore, MD USA Monday, September 01, 2003 8:12 PM Hello. First of all, a big congratulations to everyone who has something to do with the upkeep of this website. I found it extremely informative and interesting. The Philadelphia Athletics were long before my time but I rerally enjoy reading about baseball history, especially old teams and ballparks that no longer exist. One thing the site does not address, however, is Philadelphia's minor league affiliates over the years. I live in Ottawa, Canada where Philadelphia had its AAA home for a number of years. It is very difficult to find any information on this team, which also succumbed (or did it move??) when the A's folded. Any information regarding the old Ottawa Athletics of the International League along with who played here and where would be much appreciated. Again, a wonderful site. Keep up the great work !!!! Stephen Heidemann Ottawa, ON Canada Thursday, August 28, 2003 5:51 PM My wife's great granfather was a pitcher for the A's in the early 1900's. His name was Hubert Baldwin. John Wyatt Richmond, VA USA Tuesday, August 26, 2003 4:57 PM I read about your site in a newspaper article in the USA Today. I am originally from Philly, but now live outside Chicago. My great-grandfather, Thomas Gavigan, was a good friend of Connie Mack's. I have a 1945 baseball signed by Connie that has been handed down through the generations. Pretty cool! PXM Naperville, IL USA Wednesday, August 20, 2003 10:07 PM My grandfather never played for a team from PA. But did play in Philadelphia I believe the the Team he played for was The American Chain CO. from Bridgeport CT. His name was Russell W. Parker born 1900 . He played in the 20's 30's and into the 40's . He even pitched a 17 inning game to a 1 to 1 tie . . The reason for the game stoping was no lights back then . Other's that played on the team with him were George Raft , Jim Lessco , Robert Farrell and Leo Darosier(not sure of his spelling) Any info that anyone can find would be great. Ray Parker West Haven, CT USA Tuesday, August 19, 2003 11:46 PM Found website surfing. Great site. I have many Phila. A's baseball cards. Appreciated story on Bill Werber. He was a Duke Univ. All-American, my favorite school. My Dad and a friend actually spoke to Lefty Grove before a pre-season game in Charlotte, NC. I will definitely recommend your site. Danny Brackett Florence, SC USA Tuesday, August 19, 2003 11:51 AM Great...great! Frank Petrocelli New Milford, NJ USA My Great Uncle Eddie Murphy "Honest Ed," played for the Athletics from 1912 to 1915 when he was sold to the White Sox where he played until 1921. Nice to see some photos of him. Sean Murphy USA Tuesday, August 12, 2003 10:40 AM Wayne Ambler and his wife Sally took me under their wings in the mid 1970's. I would love to hear from anyone who knows or remembers the Amblers. Wayne would be approximately 90 years of age. He told me of so many stories about playing baseball for Connie Mack. It would thirll this old heart to hear from anyone regarding Wayne. Rex Winn McDonough, GA USA Saturday, August 09, 2003 9:13 PM Found the website by accident, been looking for a long time thoough, thanks. Ken Stewart Bartonville, IL USA Wednesday, August 06, 2003 8:02 PM Shibe Park came to mind while using internet. grew up in phila went to many games at the park great memories, also went to football games North Catholic Frankford Thanksgiving sold out. Ron Lovett Cape Girardeau, MO USA Wednesday, August 06, 2003 5:27 PM A great site and a great tribute to the Philadelphia Athletics. Bob Ralph Woodbury, NJ USA Saturday, August 02, 2003 11:58 PM While doing research on Pete Suder I was Pleased to find your site.My interest was nurtured by the fact that Pete was my first baseball hero when I, as a 6 yr. old watched him play third for the Yankee farm club-Binghamton Triplets. I can't tell you how delighted I was when I found out via my hometown newspaper's web site that Pete was to be inducted into the Binghamton Baseball Shrine's Class of 2003.My only regret is that Pete never got the chance to wear those hometown pinstripes to Yankee Stadium.But I must say that having the chance to see a minor leaguer,like Pete make it to the majors, is a joy not to be forgotten,for here I am 64 yr's later able to say "I saw him play." John R. Husnay Deerfield, NY USA Saturday, August 02, 2003 10:35 PM I found your website through the internet. My reason of finding you was to let you know about a baseball card that I have of Elmer Valo from 12-31-1949, in which I'm curious about the value of the card. Reshelle Campbell Fairmont, NC USA Wednesday, July 30, 2003 10:54 AM Jerome Labanz was my grandfather, and I would love to know of any other sites that might mention him. Elizabeth Walton PA USA Sunday, July 27, 2003 8:10 PM I'm sorry we lost the A's the stories told to me were incredible I would loved to met Rube Wadell. Chuck Favata Philadelphia, PA USA Friday, July 25, 2003 4:03 AM Richard P. Corkery Philadelphia, PA USA Thursday, July 24, 2003 1:59 PM A friend of mine signed me up as a member at the Phils-A's game. What a great gesture, thanks Tom for remembering. Boy, what great days they were. All those Eddie Joost leadoff homers, Elmer Valo slams into the wall, Bobo Newsom blooper pitches, Dick Siebert silky fielding plays, Gus Zernial homeruns, Russ Christopher sidearm pitches, Bobby Shantz catlike bursts at a bunted ball, Ferris Fain batting titles, and my favorite player, Bobby Estalella, possibly the first latino player (at least that I remember)in the league. I get goosebumps just typing this! Can't forget the mode of transportation in those days, the #56 trolley on Erie Ave and the Lehigh Ave. trolley also. Some of the happiest days of my life were watching the A's. Thanks for the memories. Bob Adair Villas, NJ, USA Thursday, July 24, 2003 9:07 AM I grew up in Drexel Hill, PA and my family lived there from 1955-1988. The A's were a memory then but as a baseball historian with an emphasis on the American League I treasure the effort you have put forth here. The A's of the 1900's, 1910's and the late 1920's and early 1930's had some of the finest teams in major league baseball. Keep up the good work. John J. Obrzut Tallahassee, FL USA Wednesday, July 23, 2003 2:07 PM Found site by asking Jeeves, looking for 1928 team picture and other information on 1928 team. Bill Cerankowski Williamstown, NJ USA Saturday, July 19, 2003 3:17 PM My Grandfather was recruited by Connie Mack supposedly in 1947 or 48. James Snedigar Louisville, KY USA Friday, July 18, 2003 7:46 AM Hope to contact a great Philadelphia Athletics fan named John Finkbinder, a Yale alumnus I believe, who used to keep a scorecard of Athletic games heard on the radio and give them to me when I was quite young. Phil Schaap New York, NY USA Thursday, July 17, 2003 12:56 PM Most of the comments on Bobby Shantz fail to note his glove - A SUPER FIELDER I was looking up information about Ray Murray when I came across your terriffic website,keep up the great work!!!!! Greg Schwertfeger Lakeland, FL USA Thursday, July 10, 2003 12:10 PM Interested in Pete Suder who is a cousin of my mother Catherine Suder. Ed Gunn Philadelphia, PA USA Monday, July 07, 2003 11:51 PM I remember when Carl Shibe pitched for our Company at Camp Wheeler, Georga in 1946. Bob Markward Pine Valley, NY USA Monday, July 07, 2003 5:59 PM Born in'31, grew up outside Phila. Often went to Shibe Park in the 40's. Have a ball signed by Connie Mack given to me by Tommy Richardson then Pres. of the Eastern League. Still route for Phila clubs, and miss Shibe Park. Bob Fisher Avon, NY USA Monday, July 07, 2003 12:04 AM A friend in Lambertville NJ (Lou Taylor) knew I was researching my dad's career (Jerry Labanz - Athletics Farm team Class AAA 1953-1955)and he gave me this website. Judy Colt Lambertville, NJ USA Thursday, June 26, 2003 12:56 PM Anything we can do to help???? Don Geiszler Newtown, PA Thursday, June 12, 2003 2:40 PM Dear Members of PAHS, Sorry to hear about the fire of June 11th. I hope the recovery will be quick and as complete as possible. My sister CHRIS MAGINNIS should be forwarding my membership fee this week or early next week at the latest. I hope to visit the society in Aug. or Sept. when I plan to be in the states for a home visit from Brazil. In the meantime my best wishes for a pleasant summer and a successful recovery from the fire damage. God bless one and all! Faithfully yours Padre Dan Meehan, OMI Wednesday, June 11, 2003 6:37 PM I am sorry to hear the bad news. I have an offer if you want to spread the word as well as sell some wares. I have extra space at my June 22nd show. If you would like to take a table for the A's society and sell some stuff for them I will gladly give you guys an 8 Ft Table for our June 22nd show. Regards, Eric Poppel Thursday, June 12, 2003 1:08 PM I am very sorry to hear of the damage to the Society's collection. I hope that it can be rescued. While I did not make it to the A's-Phillies series, I followed
the activities in the news. The local paper here, the Allentown
Morning Call, had a long article about the A's whose headline asked
whether the wrong team left Philadelphia! Sorry to hear of the fire. It was a terrible thing, especially on the heels of the great weekend. Maybe the Phillies set it because the A's got too much favorable press. Ted Taylor Thursday, June 12, 2003 3:43 PM I'm glad to hear you're hanging in there. Of all the different baseball associations I belong to and all of my affiliations, the PAHS has the dearest place in my heart. Let me know when the store and museum are open again. I'm laid up right now with a torn up knee, but will come visit ASAP. As always, my best to you and all the "gang". Fondly, Ken Friday, June 13, 2003 7:36 AM Dear Friends of Philadelphia Athletic Historical Society, On June 11, 2003 water and smoke damage was sustained by Philadelphia Historical Athletic Society in downtown Hatboro from an apartment located above the Society. We will be down for renovations BUT we are still accepting orders and memberships through e-mail, phone and fax. For local media coverage and to hear an interview with Ernie Montella, General Manager, please point your web browser to: http://kyw.com/siteSearch/local_story_162122730.html Regards, PAHS Great site, I grew up a huge A's fan, Bobby Shantz, and Gus Zernial were two of my favorites, now I play golf with Bobby in those celebrity tournaments, if you see bobby tell him Joe [The Four Aces} said hi, missd him at this years golf event. Joe Giglio Turnersville, NJ USA Wednesday, June 11, 2003 7:39 AM Great memories of Shibe Park & the A's. I was a student at North Catholic class of '56. Saw a lot of games. Some names not well known that occur to me now, Joe DeMaestri, Vic Power, Don Demeter Joe Hoffman Murrells Inlet, SC USA Tuesday, June 10, 2003 6:44 PM My odd relationship with the A's. I was born Oct 1,1931. Having older brothers Tom & Dick & Harry ruled out by my grandmother, the family doctor at my birth owned the local semipro team in Pine Grove Pa. (Schuylkill County) suggested to my parents that I be named after Connie Mack. My middle name came from the first person to hit a home run, Al Simmons was the one. When I relate this story I indicate my name is Connie Alfred and not Cornelius Aloyisius, the given names of Connie Mack And Al Simmons. Just a bit of trivia. I found your site on Phillies web site as I was listening to the Phillies game on MLB.Com Naturally having followed the A's from afar it was interesting to read about them and remembering names and feats of the A's. Connie A. Spittler Williamsport, PA USA Monday, June 09, 2003 11:20 PM This site is great & this past weekend was the best. Getting to see the A's play again in Philly & seeing some of the old players of the Blue & White days as well as the Mack family members. You guys from the "A's Society" were helpful with information,additionally getting to meet so many old A's fans at the "Society" display was a pleasure. Seeing some of the old info that some guys had on hand & talking shop with many old A's fans that like me remember seeing many of the players that appeared at the games this weekend. I lucked out in having tics for Fri & Sunday & getting to see all 3 games. The adding of "Rube Oldring" to the Wall of Fame was nice to see, since he was a Delaware Valley guy with family in the Bridgeton, NJ area. I guess my next step is to become a member & visit Hatboro, PA. PS: Can you believe how great Eddie Joost looks! Tom McCarville Newfield, NJ USA Monday, June 09, 2003 5:56 PM Article in the Philadelphia Inquirier. I had ticket for Saturdays game, which was rained out. I really wanted to see the A's. I was a little disappointed they did not do a turn back the clock game, and wear uniforms from 1954. I think the fans would have loved to see the old A's uniform take the field in Philadelphia one more time. People who remember the A's are becoming fewer and fewer and it would have been nice treat for them to see the old uniforms once again. I still think the old ball parks wee the nicest designed stadiums. Crosley field with the terrance, Connie Mack with the high right field wall and baseballs over the signs in left. The new parks are and will be nice but the old parks have all the memories. Thank you for letting me reminise about the A's and the old ball yard. Harry J Peppel Ridley Park, PA USA Monday, June 09, 2003 2:59 PM Ralph J. Cunningham Carneyspoint, NJ USA Monday, June 09, 2003 3:41 PM My Great Grandfather played on the same team as Reach. His name was Radcliffe,I think he was a shortstop and a bit of a troublemaker. Ken Bloomfield Eastampton, NJ USA Monday, June 09, 2003 10:46 AM My father, Emmet McCann, played for the A's at age 18 and 19 on the 1920-21 teams. He got into only 65 games for with Mr. Mack and came up later with the Red Sox in 1926 and got into six for them. Why isn't he listed on the rosters on your site? He is listed on the sportsillustrated.cnn.com site, as well as the Baseball Register found in most public libraries. Emmet should be spelled with only one t at the end, despite the fact that it is spelled Emmett in almost all the record books. I have a Louisville slugger of his with his signature burned into it using only one t. I love the site. Robert Emmet McCann Seven Valleys, PA USA Sunday, June 08, 2003 11:17 PM On the list of Phila. A's Hall of Famers - hey, don't forget Ty Cobb, Tris Speaker, and Zack Wheat. So that makes at least 13 altogether. Bob Wilson Gainesville, FL USA Sunday, June 08, 2003 6:14 PM Enjoyed your website and article on Bing Miller. Bing was my great uncle. I am interested in knowing what number he wore. Does anyone know? Also, I am interested in knowing more about the 1934 All Star team to Japan which he played on. Thanks for any help you can give. Tom Stewart Morristown, TN USA Saturday, June 07, 2003 8:29 AM John Weney Philadelphia, PA USA Saturday, June 07, 2003 6:37 AM Great site heard about it on Daily News Live on comcastsports net this past thursday. found the link to it on Phillies.com Eric Snyder Easton, PA USA Saturday, June 07, 2003 4:18 PM Excellent site....... Dave Rogers Havertown, PA USA Saturday, June 07, 2003 4:49 PM I'm 22yr old a's fan. I wanted know how did the A's get that "elephant symbol". I know it has to do with connie mack style of coaching. Louis Buffalo, NY USA Sunday, June 08, 2003 2:03 AM I always been a Phillies fan. I grew-up three blocks from the Vet. I could hear the crowd on my front step but the Phila. A's just have held my intrest ever since I could remember. Could you amagine if the Phillies left town we would have had a team to rival the NYY. That would have been great.....I will alway root for the A'S in the American. Thomas J. Howel Philadelphia, PA USA Sunday, June 08, 2003 4:52 PM Glad to finally find you. I have always been an A's fan and met someone at the Ocean City block party who told me about you. Was in California a few weeks ago and saw an old school friend from Margate, N.J. wo now lives in Cal and plays golf with Eddie Joost...what a thrill. I remember going with my dad to Shibe Park to see the A's play and have a set of Connie Mack seats and a Jerome Schmalz's picture of 21st and Lehigh in my law office along with many other sports pictures. If any of your members are in the area they are welcome to stop by and see them. I am sure any A's fan would enjoy them. Used to have an old A's hat hanging on the wall but unfortunately someone walked off with it. Hope it was an A's fan who appreciated it. There is a young investigator in our prosecutors' office last name Fain. Naturally I called him Ferris and then had to explain as he is too young to remember. Glad to find you and hope to come visit in the near future. If I can ever be of assistance please advise. Thanks. Henry G. Broome, Jr. Northfield, NJ USA Sunday, June 08, 2003 8:22 PM My first memory of attending a professional baseball game was back in 1948 when my dad toted his 5 year old (me) and 7 year old sons to Shibe Park to see the A's play the St. Louis Browns. I was the only kid in the neighborhood who liked the A's more than the Phillies (tolerable) or the Yankees (despised). Hope to visit yo soon. Tom Bell Moorestown, NJ USA Sunday, June 08, 2003 11:39 PM I watched the As at Shibe Park as a youth. Still remember Shantz, Joost, Fain, Zernial, Valo et al. I had the pleasure of meeting Spook Jacobs at the Vet between games today. I have continued to root for the As since they left. First time I went to a game and hoped both teams won. Keep up the good work. Jack Irwin Philadelphia, PA USA Monday, June 09, 2003 12:09 AM Nice sight you have. I also have a baseball signed by the entire 1949 A's team included Connie Mack. F. Vacca Mays Landing, NJ USA Friday, June 06, 2003 8:15 AM I am 75 years old and rooted for the Athletics for as long as I can remember. Your web page brings back many memories and I have only scratched the surface. I heard about you while listening to tonights Phillies game. Bill Monroe Pennsauken, NJ USA Thursday, June 05, 2003 10:23 PM My father said he lived about a block away from Connie Mack in I believe was Flourtown he used to have dinner at his house on Sundays when there wasn't a game or during the summer. He also still has a ball signed by Connie but he signed it as Connie Wack for him. Bob Nahill Wikes-Barre, PA USA Thursday, June 05, 2003 6:24 PM I was looking for information on my Great Uncle Mike Drennan who was a Scout for the A's back in the 20's. I didn't see anything on your website. Tom Drennan Bryn Mawr, PA USA Wednesday, June 04, 2003 8:40 AM One of my relatives played ball in the 1950's, Gus Zernial. He is my great great uncle. Jennifer Leach Smith Temple, TX USA Tuesday, June 03, 2003 11:24 PM I found your website after seeing an old camp counsler on CN8. I knew he was devoted to baseball but had no idea of how inspired he was. Max Silberman how are you? Adam Simmens Philadelphia, PA USA Tuesday, June 03, 2003 2:36 PM Found your wonderful website through Google with my interest piqued by the return of the A's to Philadelphia this upcoming weekend 6/6-6/8/03. My husband and I have Phillies Sunday home game season tickets, but what I found most interesting on your site was both teams' mutual Connie Mack Stadium history, as that was where I attended my first games with my Dad, Lennox J. Campbell of SW Philadelphia. I get nostalgic about ballparks that are no more, as later this season I will be attending the final game at Veterans' Stadium at which I was present for its first game and in which the baseball bug took permanent hold of me. Lorna Campbell-Seely Levittown, PA USA Tuesday, June 03, 2003 6:42 PM Thanks for sharing. Joe Russo Philadelphia, PA USA Monday, June 02, 2003 10:40 PM I lived in Warminster and Philadelphia but never knew their was a Museum/Gift shop up there, use to go to Connie Mack Stadium all the time, where was Bakers Field located? found you on the web was looking up old ball parks, haven't found a pic of Franklin Field, yet. John Gordon Holiday, FL USA Wednesday, May 28, 2003 4:52 PM NOTE: Baker Bowl (not Bakers Field) was located at Broad & Huntington, just 7 blocks from Shibe Park. Found the website through Google. My dad was a New York City policeman who loved Connie Mack and the A's. My first baseball game was at Yankee Stadium around 1931 between the A's and the Yankees. What wonderful players they had -- Al Simmons, Jimmy Foxx, Mickey Cochrane, Lefty Grove et al. It's a shame he had to break them up. I have some wonderful memories of exciting World Series between the A's and the St. Louis Cardinals in my early youth. Thanks for a wonderful website. Ed Monigan Yardley, PA USA Wednesday, May 28, 2003 8:57 AM As a boy I lived on Lehigh Ave. between 24th and 25th Sts. and was a witness to just about every game played in old Shibe Park through the crowds and patrons going to the game across Lehigh Ave. It was a wonderful time to be alive and living so close to the ball park. We lived there on Lehigh Ave.during the 1940's thru the 1960's. It was unforgettable. John Murphy Medford, NJ USA Sunday, May 11, 2003 12:12 PM My father told me that his grandfather played on this team, but i don't know what year or if it was his grandfather on his mother's or father's side. Wynonah Felton, DE USA Monday, April 28, 2003 5:12 AM I was in the Army in 1945 and 1946 and Carl Scheib pitched for our Regement. Bob Markward Pine Valley, NY USA Monday, April 28, 2003 5:07 AM Discovering your wonderful site has certainly taken me back quite a few years. I am seventy one and grew up in Ardmore. From the age of eleven in the early forties, I use to make my way to Shibe Park (by myself) for the Sunday doubleheaders. I would take the Red Arrow to 69th St; the El down to 15th St; walk over to Arch St and take the #33 Trolley out to the park. Your site makes it seem like yesterday. I was in the crowd in 1948 for the twi-night double header with the Indians when we were running neck and neck with them for the AL lead. I was in the stands down the right field line when Pete Gray came to town with the Browns. I was at Shibe on a Sunday in 1947 when the Dodgers were in town for a doubleheader. Wish I still had my Jackie Robinson pins. Like yesterday. Lee Stalker Portland, OR USA Saturday, April 26, 2003 10:09 PM Looking for "Lefty' Burdsall-Phila. Athletics around 1920- to-1940. I heard Connie Mack fired him because he either did not show up or was drunk. I was wondering if there was any truth in that. Patricia Abut Toms River, NJ USA Sunday, April 27, 2003 8:02 PM PATRICIA JEAN BOOTH (Niece of Phil Marchildon) 1932-2003. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of an extraordinary woman, nurse, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Patricia Booth wife of the late George A. Booth, after her courageous battle with cancer. Patricia passed away on April 23, 2003 lovingly surrounded by her family. She leaves behind a part of herself in her children and the lives she has touched. Cherished mother of Lorraine (Dave Erb), Michael (Winkey), Sharon (Dave Bennett) and Patrick. Dear grandmother of Scott, Michael, Tammy, Matthew, Nicholas and great grandmother of Samantha and Gage. Patricia also leaves behind many life long friends and relatives. Interment will be held on Saturday May 3rd 11:30 Merrickville Union Cemetery. Memorial service Sunday May 4th 1:30pm to be held at Trinity Presbyterian Church 110 McCurdy Drive in Kanata Ontario Canada. Reception will follow. Mike Booth Ottawa, ON Canada Sunday, April 27, 2003 2:36 PM A great tribute to the sport of baseball! KPN Blue Bell, Pa Thursday, April 24, 2003 12:26 PM Hello everybody. My name is Tom Rathkamp. I have begun the wonderful task of writing a full-length biography of Al Simmons. I am a Milwaukee native and recently discovered that one of Simmons' nephews used to work with my parents. Anyway, I intend on possibly getting involved with your society, and would appreciate any help un this daunting project. Thomas W. Rathkamp Cedarburg, WI USA Friday, April 11, 2003 4:05 PM Love your website. I looked up this website after seeing your museum profiled on Yes Network's "What's it Worth" show. I am a huge baseball fan and I am fascinated by teams that have moved on like the Phila. A's. Matter of fact, I bought a beat-up 1953 A's yearbook on Ebay last week. I will defintely visit your museum on my next visit to the Vet! Jeff B. Staten Island, NY USA Friday, April 04, 2003 6:34 PM Love baseball, love the teams that are no more, only memories. Your website will have keep it alive. Want so dearly to be be able to go to a REUNION. Is one planned for this year. Now that I'm retired, I have the time to go. Please tell me there will be one. I so much want to meet them and TALK BASEBALL. They played for the love of the game. It seems today, they play for the love of money...... Dennie Cunningham Canandaigua, NY USA Thursday, April 03, 2003 2:40 PM My husband found your site and my grandfather played for the Athletics we think in the 20's. His name was Walter Butterworth and he was a pitcher. We have a picture and his uniform but no stats on him. We would greatly appreciate if anyone could give us more info about his baseball days. We had your website in the Milestone publications. Thank you so much. Jill Horner Runnemede, NJ USA Saturday, March 29, 2003 5:44 PM My uncle, Bill Johnson, played for the Phila. A's in 1916 &17. It was great nostalgia to visit the site. Bill Johnson Gilford, NH USA Wednesday, March 19, 2003 1:44 PM As a young boy, I travelled to Pueblo, Colorado to see the Lincoln A's play every time they were in town c. 1947, 1948. Bobby Shantz, Lou Limmer, Tommy Kirk, Eddie Boehm, Freddy Wells, Nellie Fox, Joe Aliperto, Bob Wellman, Novak? Who did I miss? I can't remember who played shortstop. Can anyone help me with the rest of the roster. Jerry Brooks Allenspark, CO USA Tuesday, March 18, 2003 8:46 PM I met Bobby Shantz on Frankford Ave. in Mayfair. I was 16 years old. He was walking south across from the Mayfair Diner. I offered him a ride home in my newly acquired 1935 Plymouth, an ex-taxi cab. He accepted and I took him north to Holmesburg. I dropped him off at Frankford and Rhawn Sts. I never forgot that experience, that was in 1951. Edward Logan Levittown, PA USA Sunday, March 16, 2003 7:01 PM I'm glad I came to visit this website. Greetings from New York. I really love baseball. One of my uncles met Babe Ruth and has an autographed baseball from him! Caroline Chaudhary Brooklyn, NY USA Friday, March 07, 2003 12:20 AM Just a thank you for the quick response on my order from the gift shop. I'll be wearing my hat and t-shirt on June 8th and I hope to see many others. Bob Cheeseman Ocean Springs, MS USA Thursday, March 06, 2003 5:28 PM The A's, St. Tommy More's Golden Bears, and St. Joe's Hawks--what better connections can a person have?! Thanks for keeping the memories alive. See you at the Vet June 6, 7, and 8. Lou Giuliana Philadelphia, PA USA Wednesday, February 26, 2003 10:56 PM I've been a quiet surfer on your page for a number of years. I'm 54 this year, never saw the A's play while they were still here in town, but I became very friendly with a former A's outfielder Eddie Collins Jr. a number of years ago and did a lot of research on the A's of the late 30's and early 40's as well as teams Eddie Sr. played for in the earlier part of the century. I want to say this is one of my favorite spots and I point friends I know in communities far removed for the Philadelphia area towards this site due to the great material and interesting insight the society often presents. Jim Ferris Lansdowne, Pa USA Tuesday, February 25, 2003 11:47 AM I'm an Oakland A's fan looking back into the early years. Nathan Alonso Fremont, CA USA Saturday, February 22, 2003 1:29 PM Looking for information on my grandfather whom I believe played for the "A's" in the early 1900's, his name was Robert Barr. Web site found by looking for info on my grandfather whom I never knew. My father said he was orphaned at age 9 and I never asked for any details and now there is no one left to ask. I hope you can help. Robert F. Barr Leesburg, FL USA Thursday, February 20, 2003 10:34 PM I enjoyed collecting baseball cards when I was akid back in the 1950's, even though I wasn't lucky enough to live close enough to a large city to attend any games. My wife is originally from Palmerton, Pennsylvania, and were great friends of Elmer Valo's family. What a fearless outfielder, not afraid of those walls. Your website is just like the movie, "build it and they will come." George Brooks Pearland, Tx USA Friday, February 14, 2003 2:13 PM I am 31 years old and can't really tell you much about Athletics history. What I do know I heard from my late grandfather, and from what he told me the Athletics were the best franchise in Philadelphia ever. I found your site just trying to learn more about their history. Todd Haines Reading, PA USA Friday, February 07, 2003 10:25 PM I am a member of the Bosox Club(Red Sox Fan Club) and go to the HOF every year for the inductions. I enjoyed your site and came across it as I was looking for info on Spook Jacobs stamp collection. I too have an extensive collection and would like him to know of my collection and may have info to share. Good Luck to the Society and I will be joining. Stephen Clark Newton Center, MA USA Tuesday, February 04, 2003 4:45 PM I knew you existed but found you accidentally. At 57, I have such vivid memories of watching Bobby Shantz, Eddie Joost, Pete Suder, Joe Tipton, Ferris Fain and the hard hitting pitcher Carl Scheib. To me Jimmy Dykes was the manager who would talk to kids at the church social. Mr. Mack was the God I saw only from afar in the stands in 1950 or 1951. If I had to choose a favorite it would be Eddie Joost or the Shantz brothers; Billy always seem to give total effort if not the same results. Edward Thomas Marblehead, MA USA Friday, January 31, 2003 11:11 PM Your sight was found as I was looking for available info on the Japan bound, 1934 All American team put together by Connie Mack & Babe Ruth. My Father, the late southpaw Earl Whitehill, was one of the pitchers invited to partici-pate. He and my Mother, Violet Whitehill, enjoyed the trip very much and brought many beautiful things back to our home in Iowa. Dad was fresh off a 22 & 8 sason with the Washington Senators and Mother did articles on the trip for one of the Washington papers. My husband, born and raised on the Main Line, and I were in Philadelphia in the late '80s and we were very disappointed we couldn't locate so much as a marker denoting it had existed. We are both delighted to know of the society and website. Earlinda Whitehill Barriga Santa Maria, CA USA Sunday, February 02, 2003 3:59 PM I was looking for a picture of Carl Scheib and found your site James Schieb Lambertville, MI USA Thursday, January 30, 2003 9:34 AM Great site!! Followed the A's from 1952. Attended first game at Shibe Park in 1954. Favorite players were Bobby Shantz, Gus Zernial, Ferris Fain & Spook Jacobs. Still feel remorse due to the sale of the team to Arnold Johnson. Never could devote my full allegiance to the Phillies. Similar to Dodger & Giant fans when the teams departed New York. Ironic how the A's are still considered the most successful sports franchise in Philadelphia history after all these years. Dino Taviano Wilmington, DE USA Wednesday, January 22, 2003 10:46 AM I'm a member of the A's Society and was just reading through some of the guestbook items. There was mention of a magazine "One More Inning" by a Herb Rogoff who said we could get a copy of an itnerview he did with Gus Zernial. I would like to get a copy but it did not say how to get it. Any help? Thanks. Lane Kronmiller Miquon, PA USA Monday, January 13, 2003 5:38 PM I was simply searching for baseball records concerning the Babe Ruth League in which I participated in and for some reason came across this site. Anyways, my grandfather, John Gordon Rhodes, played for the athletics in the 30's. Chris Engels Seattle, WA USA Monday, January 13, 2003 12:25 AM As a youngster (age 7), I suffered through the "Summer of the Blue Snow", that is, the collapse of the 1964 Phillies. Although I moved from Pennsylvania in 1978, I'll always love the Phillies and all Philadelphia sports teams. I grew up in Palmerton, PA, Elmer Valo's home town. I graduated high school with his daughter, Mary Jane. Elmer's son, Jimmy, an accountant, actually worked for my father for a while. Elmer Valo was a real legend in our little home town, and I was saddened to hear of his passing a few years ago. Searching the web on Ebay is how i stumbled upon your website. I'm really glad I did. I'll be sure to visit the musuem the next time I'm in the area visiting my family. I'm terribly disappointed that I missed your session on the 1964 Phillies. Any chance of doing it again? Peter Searles Seekonk, MA USA Saturday, January 04, 2003 10:17 PM
I saw Nellie Fox play for the Chicago White Sox as a boy (NW,
IN) and have his autographed Wilson Glove still that I used as a
Little Leaguer, 58-61... Found your website on Google. Does anyone know how many players played for both the Philadelphia Phillies and the Phialdelphia A's? Are the Phillies planning anything special with the 2003 Interleague play series with the A's? Tom Wasekanes Glenside, PA USA Saturday, December 21, 2002 12:53 PM I was a A's fan in my young days and Sam Chapman was my favorite player. Vince Glassboro, NJ USA Wednesday, December 11, 2002 8:41 PM Great site, keep up the great work. From a diehard Red Sox fan. Bob Lingley Boston, MA USA Thursday, December 05, 2002 1:47 PM Terrific website!! I publish a monthly baseball magazine called "One More Inning." The entire run is in the Hall of Fame. I did an interview with Gus Zernial recently and if you would like to see it, I would be glad to send it off to you. The magazine might be of interest to you since it does deal with the history of the game as well as the contemporary scene. Herb Rogoff Wayne, NJ USA Monday, December 02, 2002 1:49 PM I found your web site while researching some history of my relative Jimmy Dykes. He was my grandfather's first cousin. It was great to see some vintage photos. Thanks! Judi Dietrich-Bowring Perkiomenville, Pa USA Monday, December 02, 2002 12:53 AM Interested in the history of the Athletics franchise (I'm an Oakland A's fan), I typed in Philadelphia Athletics in my web browser. What a nice web site!! Also, I'm interested to know what events you may be sponsoring when the A's return to Philadelphia to play the Phillies in June 2003? I plan on being there for the games. Thanks. Dave Fannin Hilmar, CA USA Saturday, November 30, 2002 5:23 PM Found your site through google.com. I can remember Ferris Fain, Pete Suder, Eddie Joost, Hank Majetsky, Elmer Valo, Dave Philly, Gus Zernial, Vic Poaer, Lou Limmer, Forrest Jacobs, Joe Astroth, Bobby Shantz, Alex Kelner, Jimmy Dykes and Connie Mack. Most of all, I remember the ball park. To a little boy through adulthood, I have seen just about every American and National League teams play there. I saw Joe Dimaggio, Mickey Mantle, Yogi Berra, Ted Williams, Stan Musial, Willie Mays, Roberto Clemente, Duke Snyder play there. There'l never be another Shibe Park. Marty Fahey Falls Church, VA USA Wednesday, November 27, 2002 5:13 PM Well, I always liked the Philadephia Atheltics because I liked Gus Zernial and Elmer Valo so I just typed in Philadelphia Atheltics and found your website. Harold Overcash Landis, NC USA Friday, November 22, 2002 12:37 AM I have really enjoyed your website. I found it by doing a search for my great uncle Bing Miller. I would love to find out more about his playing days and whether any of the players are still living or any contacts. Tom Stewart Morristown, TN USA Thursday, November 14, 2002 8:53 AM I'm a member of MSBL (Mens Senior Baseball League), my team is Burlington(NJ) Athletic's. We based our uniforms on the Philadelphia A's. I searched looking for information on the Old A's and found your site to be great. I also saw a picture of Spook Jacobs. My family was a neigbor of the Jacobs many years ago. I'd love to say "hi" to the Jacobs. Kevin Woodward Westampton, NJ USA Wednesday, November 13, 2002 2:21 PM Great website! I was looking for information regarding my grandfathers baseball career. You website was a great help. Thanks and keep up the good work. T. Sperry Evansville, WI USA Monday, November 11, 2002 9:27 PM My uncle was James Moore who played on the 30-31 team. Joe W. Moore Jackson, TN USA Wednesday, November 06, 2002 10:15 AM I've lived most of my life in NY but went to Gettysburg, PA 1960-64. I saw Connie Mack stadium right before it was demolished when the Phillies with Roy Sievers played a doubleheader with the Mets. Sievers smacked a high drive in the 1st game which ripped the boards off the left field facade in the upper deck. As a kid my favorite player was Vic Power who was a 1st basemen like me when I played on the high school team in 1958. Power would one-hand everything near him. He played on the most colorful team of all time from 58-61, the Indians. I saw him play at Yankee stadium in a Yanks-Cleve game where he caught a pop-up behind his back. He'd catch throws from the infielders between his legs. Billy Martin was the 2nd baseman. I would have liked to hear his comments. Power was the flashiest and the most entertaining player I ever saw maybe next to Jimmy Piersall, the Indians rightfielder. One thing I couldn't understand was how Power got his bat around after waving it back and forth. Finding the Athletics website was easy. I went to Google and typed "Philadelphia Athletics". Peter Schelker Staten Island, NY USA Monday, November 04, 2002 4:23 PM I would like to find the value of a baseball autographed by Mickey Cochrane, which I am told was signed by him and some other members of the Philadelphia Athletics. I hope you can send me some information. Thanks! David Wallace Ryegate, MT USA Sunday, November 03, 2002 4:18 PM I found your website through my father, Dennis Joost. I am interested in purchasing some player pictures of my grandfather, Eddie. Please send me some info. Thank you Scott Joost Redding, CA USA Thursday, October 31, 2002 12:29 AM Outstanding site, Carl Goldberg sent me. Rich Weiss Holland, PA USA Wednesday, October 30, 2002 8:19 PM Best baseball team ever--thorn in Yankees side!!!! Hitting capacity unreal........they hit you too death, add Grove, game over! Found you looking for old team or should I say great team photos. Thanks for being there, I`ll come again and again. Have a good one! Bryan parks Philadelphia, PA USA Tuesday, October 29, 2002 1:53 AM I am researching our family history and family folklore has it that my in-laws' ancestors owned a butcher shop on a corner very near to Shibe/Connie Mack and that our great-grandfather often served sandwiches to the players who came out to the park. I would love it if any one could give me any details regarding the butcher shop or if they have any memories to share. The family name is Moritz and as best as I can determine the butcher shop was listed at being around 28th and Allegheny. Thanks in advance! Julie Blue Bell, PA USA, Friday, October 25, 2002 1:57 PM Your website is very nice, I enjoy reading it every time I come to it. I was wondering if there would be any possibility that you could find information about my grandfather who played in the St. Louis organization in the early 1900's. His name was Kenneth Ball. I've tried to find info for some time now but have had no luck. He was born in 1919 if that helps at all. Thank you Kane Furst East Stroudsburg, Pa USA Wednesday, October 23, 2002 9:50 PM Read today that the Oakland A's are going to play in Philadelphia this upcoming summer 2003. It would be great if there could be some big crowds at the Vet for that series!!! Bob Baxter Cornelia, GA USA Wednesday, October 16, 2002 8:59 PM I have been interested in the old sports stadiums of Philadelphia (and Baseball in general). I will visit your museum soon Carl Namiotka Croydon, PA USA Wednesday, October 16, 2002 6:05 PM My great uncle is Glen Wright, the baseball shortstop for the St. Louis Cardinals. I would like to get more information about him. Jo Ann Wade Clinton, MO USA Tuesday, October 08, 2002 3:34 PM Ran into a member in town and got the website. My father played for the "A's" around '38 with Connie Mack. He had a fast ball but was wild. He only played one season. I think they moved him to the "A's" too quick. But I've got some clippings. Would love to have some pictures or let me know if there were any old news reels taken. My father died in '63 at age 51. I was only 16 at the time. Thanks in advance. Stu,Jr. Stuart M. Flythe, Jr. New Bern, NC USA Found your site while searching for information on Fred "Lefty" Heimach, a relative who pitched for the A's in the '20's. Would appreciate any direction on how to obtain pictures or further historical information on him. Thank you. William Heimach Auburn, IN USA I found the site while searching for information about 3 players, Jimmie Foxx, Al Simmons & Georga Earnshaw, who had autographed a baseball for my grandfather in 1929. I didn't see Earnshaw's name listed on the 1929 banner. Was he on the roster? I believe they are all in the Hall of Fame now. I was amused by how many people mentioned in the guestbook that they had visited the website to get information about or for their grandfather (including Jimmie Foxx & George Earnshaw's grandchildren). Websites like this make me realize what a wonderful gift the internet is. Chris Roper Jefferson, GA USA Friday, September 06, 2002 11:15 AM My Dad, Kermit Wahl, played for the A's in the early 50's. He was a utility IF and loved playing for Connie Mack. He passed away in 1987. Scott K. Wahl Watertown, SD USA Thursday, September 05, 2002 9:57 AM Great idea..keeping the past alive..enjoyed the Wall of Fame Labor Day on PCN (Pennsylvania Cable Network) ... saw Church, Seminick and Roberts...great presentation. Joe Shimko Avoca, PA USA Monday, September 02, 2002 6:11 PM I'm sad to see no reference to Lena Blackburn rubbing mut that lives on to this day. Tom Bintliff Fountain Valley, CA USA Sunday, September 01, 2002 6:05 PM I will be visiting the Philadelphia area over the weekend of September 21st and 22nd, so I did a search for "Philadelphia Athletics", and there was your website. My interest is based on the fact that my maternal grandfather was a member of the 1902 pennant-winning team. His name was Berthold Juneau "Pete" Husting, and he was a pitcher. I was delighted to see the photo of the team. My grandfather is sitting in the front row on the left. I am also happy that there will be a commemorative USPS stamp issued on that exact weekend! I will try to be there on Saturday. Julie Rohaly Los Angeles, CA USA Sunday, September 01, 2002 1:17 AM I arrived here while searching for more information on my son's Great-Great Uncle, Bill Cissell. What a wonderful picture was on your trivia page! (...name all of these 1937 members of the Philadelphia Athletics) Your web site is fun, informative and nostalgic. I commend you on your effort and the results of that effort!! Patricia Anne Cissell Glendale, AZ USA Saturday, August 10, 2002 6:11 PM I found this site while bidding on a Connie Mack photo on E-bay. I think this site is wonderful and I can't wait to visit the museum and shoppe with my two sons. I see that your President is a man by the name of David Jordan, I had my photo taken at Veterans Stadium with Robin Roberts two years ago by a gentleman by the name of David Jordan, and he was kind enough to send me the photos. I would love to thank him if it is the same man. Stephen Post Reading, PA USA Thursday, August 08, 2002 11:52 AM A recent guestbook signer commented that Carl Scheib had at most 1 shutout in his career. Actually he had 2 in 1947, 1 in 1948, 2 in 1949, and 1 in 1952 for a total of 6. Scheib had an impressive ratio of shutouts to starts. Bob Wilson Gainesville, FL USA Wednesday, July 31, 2002 4:33 PM Very nice website. On an impulse, I just typed in the team name to see what would turn up. Was motivated by the fact that a cousin who died about a year ago played for the A's around '42 thru '46, along with service during the war. Name was Ford Garrison. He was originally from Greenville SC where he played textile ball in the 30's. Played in the Texas League in the late 40's and then was named one of Hornsby's coaches the year he managed the Reds. Was also pleasantly surprised to see Lou Brissie's name mentioned here frequently. He also lived in Greenville for a long period and coached me in the local YMCA's rec leagues for a couple of years. I thought he had spent most of his career with the Indians, but haven't looked at his MLB stats in quite a few years so must've forgotten a bit. Richard Galloway Concord, NC USA Monday, July 29, 2002 10:37 PM From 71 to 73, I played Babe Ruth league baseball at Connie Mack field in West Palm Beach. These years were near the final years for the stadium. We kids really fealt like big-league ballplayers. My father, Don Simons (dec.) was the field director for the league for many years, so I was at the field almost every night. I am trying to organize a reunion game for anyone who played baseball at Connie Mack field. Those interested in helping me please contact me by email at simons_d@bellsouth.net. We would also like to present any memorabilia about the ballpark and the players. I'm so glad to have found this site. it is the best place to learn the history of this stadium and to gain contact with all those who have been there. Keep up the good work! Dale T. Simons Port St. Lucie, FL USA Friday, July 19, 2002 5:28 PM Outstanding website. Congratulations on keeping alive the great memory of The Philadelphia Athletics American League Baseball Club. Richard P. Corkery Philadelphia, PA USA Friday, July 19, 2002 4:31 PM I was looking for a player from the late 20's or early 30's that only played one game for the A's. He got hurt and had to leave the team. He is my neighbor, and he is still quite active even though he is 90 years old. I thought it would be a kick for him to see if he still exists anywhere in your archives. I did not find him, but I love the web site. John Terrizzi Phildelphia, PA USA Thursday, July 18, 2002 1:20 AM Just surfing! Hardly ever missed an A's double-header when they were at home from 1938 to 1950! After the Korean War I really lost interest in Major Leaque ball, because the way the game was going with Bush-Leaguers being brought up and later the outlandish salaries! IT was a Great Game, long ago?! Joe Weierbach Bennington, VT USA Sunday, July 14, 2002 11:18 PM My interest is pricked by a player whow as with the Athletics in the 1870s and I am in hopes you may enlighten me regarding him. His name is JOHN Y. RADCLIFF and he was born in the 1840's in the Philly/Camden area. He played on the Athletics when they were in the National Association and he was on the Championship team of 1871. Any data you can provide me on him would be most appreciated. Alan Tompkins Poughkeepsie, NY USA Saturday, July 13, 2002 1:02 AM I was interested in finding more information about Bing Miller, he was raised about a mile from my folks in Iowa. Robert H Smith Urbana, Ia USA Friday, July 12, 2002 5:54 PM Found site surfing the net. Fred Shander Sarasota, FL USA Thursday, July 11, 2002 5:34 PM Read the book Connie Mack's '29 Triumph and found the address. My Grandfather was George "Mule" Haas from 1929 Athletics. Carolyn Haas Haner LaPlace, LA USA Thursday, July 11, 2002 1:18 PM I am glad this group has the foresight to preserve the past of one of the great franchises in MLB history. Found website while researching Mister Mack. Hope to visit museum in near future. Donald Dean Elyria, OH USA Wednesday, July 10, 2002 10:03 PM Found Joe Cascarella on the Web Site. Joe Cascarella a pitcher for the Philadelphia Athletics was my GrandFathers Brother. Can Someone please tell me what Jersey Number Joe Cascarella wore and what years did he play? Robert A. Cascarella, Jr. Houston, Tx USA Tuesday, July 09, 2002 3:47 PM Visited the museum on July 5, 2002 and could have stayed all day! Was not able to due to family commitments however, definitely plan more return visits soon. I am a huge Philadelphia sports fan and found the site when searching for A's web sites. Was extremely excited when I found that you were in and area where we visit a few times a year. I have been a memorabilia collector for years and thoroughly enjoyed looking at your collections as well as chatting with the society members. It was a wonderful time and look forward to my next visit! Bill Tomlinson Midlothian, Va USA Great site. Found it from an Ebay auction of a baseball signed by Elmer Valo. I lived in Jenkintown, and my father used to take me to games all the time. He was a fishing buddy of Chief Bender, and knew the Mack Family. He would take me outside the dressing room and put me on his shoulder to see the players as they went to the field. The man that cut my hair was Carl Scheib's uncle. He took me to a game once and we sat in Carl's box. He pitched against the Yankees. I believe he shut them out. If that is true it was his only shut out of his career. I have an 8x10 autographed picture of Carl. I also have a Golden Jubilee book about Connie Mack and the A's. Published in 1950. It is in excellent condition, and has autographs on back of: Dave Keefe, Eddie Joost, Ed Burtschy, Kermit Wahl, Mickey Cochran/HOF member, Ferris Fain, Carl Scheib, Bob Hooper, Sam Chapman, Joe Coleman, Bill Hitchcock, Bobby Shantz, and Pete Snider. I have another sheet of paper with autographs to me personally from Chief Bender, Eddie Joost, Elmer Valo, Ferris Fain, and another name I cannot make out. I went to LaSalle High School with one of Connie Mack's grandsons. What great memories of the A's. I go to the Braves games occasionally here in Atlanta, but the last real game I went to was the Philadelphia Athletics. Thanks for the site. David Devlin Lawrenceville, GA USA Friday, July 05, 2002 9:42 PM I found the website while looking for information on my relative, Topsy Hartsel, who played for the A's in the early 1900s. There is a version of "Casey at the Bat" for children that uses him as model for one of the drawings--all of which are based on real, early, baseball players--a very neat book (can't remember the author). Sarah Kearns Ashland, OH USA Wednesday, July 03, 2002 7:03 PM I appreciate visiting the guest book. Frank Miami, FL USA Tuesday, June 25, 2002 9:40 PM I am looking forward to visiting the museum do to the fact is my grandfather had a chance to play for Connie Mack but never signed the contract other things came into play.I am glad to see the great players recognized, it is a very good thing. Thomas Htichcock Elkton, MD USA Sunday, June 23, 2002 9:35 PM I just love the Athletics. I hated to see them leave philadelphia. Ferris Fain was my idol. I played a lot of first base in my playing days and tryed copying him. I accidently hit on the web site. Bill Ross Aston, PA USA Thursday, June 20, 2002 12:02 AM Site is great. With all of the inter-league play going on right now it would be great if the Oakland A's could come into Philadelphia in the next couple of years to play the Phillies. Thats one series I would want to attend even though I live in Georgia now. Keep up the great job with your site! Bob Batchelor Helen , GA USA Wednesday, June 19, 2002 1:57 AM My great uncle Elmer James Myers pitched for the Philadelphia A's in the 1900's. I'm attempting to gather additional statistics regarding his career. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks. Gregory Myers York, PA USA Thursday, June 13, 2002 8:57 PM Great site!!! I truly love ol' time baseball and this site is the best at bringing back the memories of the past. Would like to see team pics of all the Philadelphia Atheletic teams from beginning to end. Keep up the good work. Michael Mahaffey Patterson, LA USA Monday, June 10, 2002 5:52 PM I work for a large construction firm 'The Weitz Co.' as superintendent. We are adding an addition to the Kravis center for the performing arts in West Palm Beach. Which is also the site of Connie Mack stadium, which I was unaware of when we started the project.We had to move a monument which was located at the exact location of home plate, we plan on relocating the monument in the same location upon completion. Upon further research I found out that Connie Mack owned the Philadelphia Athletics whom I think my grandfather played for early in the century. He must of really upset the apple cart with my grandmother because I could never get her to talk about him when I was younger so I know very little about him. His name was Herbert McGinley and would have played between 1900-1920 not sure exactly when, according to my father Connie Mack let him go when he found out he was protestant. Anyway if I find any interesting artifacts while we are grubbing around on this site I will email the A's Society. Craig Monaghan Palm City, FL USA Sunday, June 09, 2002 9:29 AM Hello my name is Aurelia, do not come to pay homage but to find one of my family, a player of baseball alor if you have information to send please them to me it calls jamy KUCAB. Thank you. Aurelia Kucab Istres, France Sunday, June 02, 2002 8:34 AM Hi. My name is Tim Hewczuk. My Mom's (Joan Wenning) mother is Jane G. Baker. I am related to Frank (Home Run) Baker, who played in the 1911 World Series for the Phil adelphia A's. I have a picture of him but none of him playing baseball. Does anyone know where I could find any pictures of him? If so, please post on this web site. Thank You. Webmaster note: pages at site with picture or information about Frank "Home Run" Baker: http://philadelphiaathletics.org/history/wall.html, http://philadelphiaathletics.org/a2.html, http://philadelphiaathletics.org/a6.html Timothy Hewczuk East Fallowfield, PA USA Saturday, June 01, 2002 4:07 PM I happen to drive by one day and noticed the "white elephant" in the window! I am familiar with the elephants lure, as my dad had taught me well. I once had an actual letter from the hand changeable scoreboard before Connie Mack was torn down. A big green panel with a yellow "O" painted on the face. I would have glady donated it to the society, but my mother had cleaned my basement and threw it away! Jim Malin Philadelphia, Pa USA Tuesday, May 28, 2002 4:47 PM Keith Yeske White Rock, NM USA Tuesday, May 28, 2002 7:08 PM I saw a story on your web-site in Sports Collectors Digest, and I think it's GREAT. I'm not a big Phillie's fan but I am a big fan of Nellie Fox's as I grew up watching him play in Chicago with the White Soxs. I hope to become a member and also visit soon. Keep up the great work!!!! Leroy Wood Harrisburg, Il USA Thursday, May 23, 2002 12:11 PM Found this site by accident, looking for info on A's players in the 50's. I have a ball signed by at least 25 recognizable players. I'm trying to identify if ball was signed at a reunion, or by an actual yearly team. Help. Bruce Miller Costa Mesa, CA USA Wednesday, May 22, 2002 10:10 PM Connie Mac Hostetler Falcon, CO USA Monday, May 20, 2002 7:28 PM Nice site. Hey King Tut, if you read this, the Abington 1972 class reunion info is athttp://www.abington.K12.pa.us/alumni/alumni.htm Larry Weissman Marlton, NJ USA Friday, May 17, 2002 6:10 PM Love the old A's history. Looking to read more and see more memorabilia pictures from old team. Am intrigued by the 1928 A's team. Marc Wass Brooklyn, New York USA Friday, May 17, 2002 11:08 AM I found your website while seeking info on my 1972 class reunion for Abington high. I was unsuccessfull in my attempt, but I am glad I found this site. Good job. Michael L King Covington, GA USA Thursday, May 16, 2002 10:24 PM Nice site. My great grandfather was Fred Luderus. I was a little disappointed that I saw no pictures of him, except on the reprint of the 1915 World Series team in your gift shop. Susan Parker Vashon, WA USA Sunday, April 07, 2002 9:17 PM Glad to be aboard. My son visited the museum twice in as many days. Totally impressed. Tom Finnegan Philadelphia, PA USA Thursday, April 04, 2002 8:04 PM While the last name Plank has had a tenacious existance in my family which on the paternal side hails from Havertown, PA I am still curious. Any feed back from a Plank relative or friend would be appreciated. Thanks. Melissa Ann Plank Norcross, GA USA Wednesday, April 03, 2002 4:07 AM Our little nothing town had Connie Mack before you did. Tim McKeon East Brookfield, MA USA Tuesday, April 02, 2002 8:39 PM Great site, My great uncle used to pitch for the A's. (Phil Marchildon) It's great to see so many people remember him and think about these guys. You have a really great memorabilia site, I hope it goes on forever !!!!!!!!!!! Glenn Marchildon Toronto Canada Sunday, March 31, 2002 12:55 PM Good site huge Oakland A's fan GO A'S !!!!! Phil Oakland, CA USA March 29, 2002 3:50 PM Joost to Suder to Fain, what a Combo. While still living in Ridley Township, a group of us used to travel to Memorial Stadium in Baltimore to see the A's. I still see them at Camden Yards. Long live Ben Shibe and Connie Mack. Marty Fahey Vienna, VA USA Tuesday, March 26, 2002 1:29 PM Checked the Web. I was crazy about the A's in the mid forties. Knew about all the players, their stats, wives, children. Went to as many games as possible and did not play sports in school because I had to rush home to listen to their games on the radio. Julie Martin Nevada City, CA USA Monday, March 25, 2002 10:06 PM I grew up in New Orleans and enjoyed seeing BoBo Newsom pitch against the Pelicans while he was with Chattanooga I think.He was always effective as well as entertaining. Big Al Phoenix, AZ USA Friday, March 22, 2002 6:09 PM I have been trying to find info, about my grandfather who played for the Chicago White Sox, I think around 1910/1920 his name was William {Bill} Cotter he was a pitcher. My mom is realy sick, and I wanted to get her a run out of his pitching, I used to have a copy but I can not find it, my mom is 74 yrs. old, she said she was about five or so, she remembers going to the ball games, he was a great pitcher I understand, thank you so much for your time. Glen Lloyd Hahn Gardena, CA USA Thursday, March 21, 2002 4:52 AM As a boy growing up in Philadelphia, I had the luxury of rooting for two major league teams -- the A's and the Phillies. Even though the latter won the pennant when I was 11, my favorite team was always the Athletics. As I remember, they usually held their own against the mighty Yankees, at least in the games my dad took me to in old Shibe Park. Chapman, Fain, Joost, Suder, Schantz, Astroth & company were my childhood heroes. What a delight this morning to discover your Society and its website, jam-packed with nostalgia. I'll be visiting soon -- maybe even today. Thanks for the memories! Allan Dash Melrose Park, PA USA Saturday, March 16, 2002 9:58 AM Your site is loaded with Philadelphia baseball history and nostalgia, it's like a good book you can't put down. I discovered your site searching for Father Jerome Romanowski, who I received the Jimmy Foxx book "Double XX" from a few years back and Jumpin Joe Dugan who was the uncle of a friend of mine. Originally from Wilmington, DE , I enjoyed the "Wall of Fame", thanks. John Pucylowski Poughkeepsie, NY USA Friday, March 15, 2002 12:12 PM Very informative, thanks Charles B. Cavanagh Lansdowne, PA USA Tuesday, March 12, 2002 8:16 AM Thanks to the Philadelphia Athletics Historical Society for maintaining a fascinating website related to baseball history. It enables younger folks to learn about a very important franchise in early AL history. Thanks to Mr. Ernie Montella and other volunteers, the A's Society continues to develop and promote commemorative events for us to salute our baseball heroes of yesteryear. Mark Millikin Chesapeake beach, MD USA Monday, March 11, 2002 8:43 PM Great website. Darrell Nagle Mahwah, NJ USA Monday, March 11, 2002 9:44 AM Just became a member and saw the name of the website in your newsletter. I always enjoy visiting the shop and museum. Really enjoyed the bus trip to Camden Yards the other year, and hope the A's go again. Michael Rynkewitz Philadelphia, PA USA March 04, 2002 8:51 PM Enjoyed web site. Hope to become member and visit your museum. Howard Locke Fayetteville, PA USA Saturday, March 02, 2002 8:01 PM Very informativeRobert Pine Philadelphia, PA USA February 25, 2002 3:23 PM I have an old photo of Connie Mack at Spring Training. I'd love to scan it, and send it along to share with you. I know nothing about the history of the photo, but it's really a great photo of the simplicity of the game in that era. Can I send you a scanned photo? I'd love to know more of the history of the players in the picture! Art Walters Sharon, CT USA Friday, February 22, 2002 3:26 PM Great site, I have Bill Renna card. Jim Matthew Lebanon, PA USA Tuesday, February 19, 2002 11:44 PM My Dad was an A's fan for many years and so I got to love them too. He really liked Connie Mack. Long live the Athletics. Robert L Hopp Lewisburg, PA USA Wednesday, February 20, 2002 10:23 PM Great site and information. Mike Concordville, PA USA Saturday, February 16, 2002 4:45 PM Great site and information. 1960, was in the athletics organization. Looking for the 1960 team jacket? Could you give me some advice? Bob Rotella Shoreham, N.Y. USA Friday, February 15, 2002 8:21 PM Connie Mack Lives!!! Jack O'Brien Penfield, NY USA Friday, February 15, 2002 6:51 PM I've collected baseball memorabilia for over thirty years and Ernie referred me to this great site. What a wonderful job of preserving the history of those glorious A's. I think Connie Mack would be very proud. First class job! Frank Budreck Riverside, IL USA Thursday, February 14, 2002 7:55 PM Born and raised in Philly and one of my uncles had a tryout with the A's about 1930 - he didn't make it. Our neighborhood {Feltonville} was an A's stronghold. Saw many a game at Shibeshire - remember when Gus Zernial broke his collarbone - for the second time. I was there. Did not know that this society existed till I saw an article in Baseball America. Looking for something like this for years. Do you have any old copies of "Along The Elephant Trail?" Well, "here's lookin'em over." Ron Weitz New York,NY USA Friday, February 08, 2002 3:57 PM Found your web site looking for a picture of of my granddaughter's teacher's father, Randy Gumpert, for "Show and Tell." Great Site! Ralph Hassel Pottstown, PA USA Tuesday, February 05, 2002 10:19 PM I really enjoyed surfing through your site. I remember my dad and grandfather telling me about watching the old A's when they were in Philadelphia. It would be great if the Phillies could schedule the A's to come to town in 2004 when their new ballpark opens. I noticed that this year the Pirates are playing the A's on their 2002 schedule. Keep up the good work! Timothy Batchelor Helen, GA USA Friday, February 01, 2002 9:06 PM Spent some time with Mace Brown last week and he said Jimmie Foxx was THE strongest Player. He saw Foxx hit one to straight away Fenway Park out of the stadium.He said you did not have see Foxx hit the ball, but the sound made, you knew Foxx hit the ball. Joe Short Frederick, MD USA Wednesday, January 30, 2002 9:33 PM Ernie, I enjoyed reading your wonderful site on the Philadelphia Athletics. The story about my grandfather Bubba Church could not have been any better. I had no idea that he stepped back on the mound a week after he was hit in the face. Since I was a little kid I have cherished meeting and talking with some of baseball's greatest. This site is a great reminder of all the history that is the most wonderful game on earth "Baseball". Preston H. Neel New York, NY USA Tuesday, January 29, 2002 5:21 PM Google search engine, enjoyed the site, very nice. Big baseball fan, Arizona Diamondbacks, watched three of the Series games in person. Thanks, nice site! Jeff Ruby Phoenix, AZ USA Saturday, January 26, 2002 12:56 AM My grandfather played for the A's but I never got a chance to talk to him about it. I am wondering if anyone has heard or seen any pictures of him. His name is John Moore. Not sure how long he played but I know that he was a pitcher and did not play too long. He broke his collar bone and ended his career. John Moore New York, NY USA Friday, January 25, 2002 1:55 PM A nostalgic site, it brought back memories of the Route 54 trolley and the long ride up Lehigh Avenue from the Somerset El Station. The first of those rides was to see the A's play the St. Louis Browns when one-armed Pete Gray played for the Browns. But mostly, I went to see the Phillies and the National League's St. Louis Cardinals, a team that was always tough with Stan Musial, Enos Slaughter and Marty Marion. It didn't get any better than watching Curt Simmons pitch to Musial in a close game. And fortunately, it all happened when it was safe for a twelve-year old to take public transportation to a night game. Deo Gratias! Gerard J. St. John Drexel Hill, PA USA Sunday, January 13, 2002 9:26 PM How can we get the A's back for inter-league play while somebody still remembers them? Thomas Murphy Trevose, PA USA Friday, January 11, 2002 10:07 PM Rube Waddell is my great great uncle. It was wonderful to read about stories that have been passed down from generation to generation. I am constantly searching for more information on Rube. I'm currently trying to locate one of Rube's baseball cards. If anyone has any information on this, please feel free to contact me! Thank you. William B. Waddell Jersey Shore, PA USA Sunday, December 23, 2001 4:26 PM Have been an A'S fan for life. Loved them in Philly as well as KC and now in Oakland. Would like to know how to get some of the Philadelphia A'S yearbooks? Ken Salov Steelton, PA USA Monday, December 10, 2001 2:12 AM Great website - found it through SCD listing. Thanks. Terry Deinlein Columbus, Oh USA Friday, November 30, 2001 1:28 PM My Father, Doc Gautreau, was signed by Connie Mack in 1925 shortly after he graduated from Holy Cross. He Was sold to the Boston Braves that same year. In my research I follow all "connections". Doc was born in 1901-died in 1970. If anyone has old newspaper clippings to share (copies) I am interested in them--photos, also. Thank you. Marjorie Gautreau Allen Marjorie Gautreau Clinton, MD - USA Newtown Square, PA - USA Friday, November 30, 2001 1:22 PM My first recollections of a baseball hero was of INDIAN BOB JOHNSON. have been to many of your card show reunions. have bookmarked this sight. best wishes David L. Wilson Newtown Square, PA - USA Friday, November 30, 2001 10:25 AM As a boy I have heard for years from my deceased father that my grandfather William "Dusty" Hold played ball for the Phila. A's. He quit for a better paying job with the City Water Dept. around 1925 when my father was born. I just stumbled across your site and am hopeful to finally get some details. Can anyone help track down some information on my grandfather? Joe Hold Irvine, CA - USA Friday, November 30, 2001 2:30 AM Does anyone have any information on Hugh (Hal) Luby who played for The A's in 1936? (Late season call-up) This site is great. Congratulations on the information on the site, I have enjoyed it very much. Dennis Lio Beaverton, Oregon USA Tuesday, November 27, 2001 3:33 PM Hey "boy's of summer" remember me? We in Canada have some unpleasant news tonight and felt you should know. Irene,(my great Aunt) Marchildon fell dangerously ill tonight at her home in Toronto. We don't expect her to make it through the weekend. As you know Phil Marchildon was her husband. I will keep you informed about Irene and pray she pulls through, at this inning it's not good. Your friend Mike and family of Phil & Irene. Mike Booth Ottawa, ON Canada Saturday, November 24, 2001 9:12 PM Great Site, great job preserving baseball history! Lloyd Creech N.Augusta, SC USA Saturday, November 24, 2001 7:59 AM I think that your website is very cool. Thank you. Did the Philadelphia Athletics play the first professional baseball game in history? Jeremy Hanselman East Meredith, NY - USA Wednesday, November 21, 2001 11:46 AM (EST) It is so wonderful to see history preserved and still alive! My name is Lucas Miller, a grand-nephew to Bing Miller. If anybody has any info, stories or cards, I'd love to see them. Thanks Lucas M. Miller Cedar Rapids, Iowa - USA Tuesday, November 13, 2001 at 10:43:14 (EST) Found this site by chance. Was looking up info on Gus Zernial. I'm a forever White Sox fan, but my favorite Philadelphia Athletic of my youth was Eddie Joost. What ever happened to him? Noel Lammers Omaha, NE USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2001 at 12:14:14 (EST) great and cool site: rick cranford, nj USA - Friday, November 02, 2001 at 16:24:07 (EST) Had a great time at the reunion! John USA - Wednesday, October 31, 2001 at 18:59:45 (EST) Great site...thanks A's Society for the memories. James D. Baltimore, MA USA - Wednesday, October 31, 2001 at 18:58:22 (EST) Hello Friends of the Society, I just wanted to say thank you for an unforgettable Reunion weekend. The friends made, the ballplayers stories, and the hospitality of every one of you will absolutely be a memory I'll never forget. Can't wait till next year! Jim Foxx Conlin Jim Conlin Angels Camp, CA USA - Friday, October 26, 2001 at 15:24:02 (EDT) Hi there! I just bumped into your site, and I kind of enjoyed it. Keep it up! :-) Au revoir Take care! Jean Duvalle New Orleans, LA United States - Saturday, October 20, 2001 at 19:33:10 (EDT) Would you happen to have any old connie mack baseball cards? My dad found a really old card from around 1912 in our ceiling. Its a connie mack manager card. How could I find out more information on this card. Email me please anyone who knows. Denise IN USA - Saturday, October 20, 2001 at 18:48:05 (EDT) Hi from Canada! Mila Jackson Toronto, ON Canada - Wednesday, October 17, 2001 at 15:12:23 (EDT) I misspelled my email address on my last mail to you. Anyways, keep the site up! Eldon Barclay Collegedale, CA USA - Wednesday, October 17, 2001 at 02:37:28 (EDT) Good web with cool info. Thanks. Everd Linten Henderson, KY USA - Tuesday, October 16, 2001 at 22:33:52 (EDT) Good job! Thanks! Gary Shafer Naches, NY USA - Tuesday, October 16, 2001 at 20:18:41 (EDT) grew up a major A's fan Bill Dix Browns Mills, NJ USA - Sunday, October 14, 2001 at 22:20:11 (EDT) Just wanted to wish the A's Society a fun and successful reunion weekend! Val USA - Saturday, October 13, 2001 at 09:44:08 (EDT) Love your site. As a current A's fan, I really am disappointed that the Oakland A's do not pay much homage to the very important history of the franchise. Something I would like to see corrected. Maybe if the city builds us a new ballpark we could get a statue of Connie Mack included. Erik Hoffmann El Sobrante, Ca USA - Saturday, October 06, 2001 at 22:51:02 (EDT) Wonderful site. THank You Fran Thomas San Diego, CA USA - Saturday, October 06, 2001 at 05:53:37 (EDT) love this site tony San Clemente, CA USA - Thursday, October 04, 2001 at 20:18:07 (EDT) nice web site i hope alot of people read this I am the grandson of william moughan who was a player for the Philadelphia A's in the late 40s or early 50s i don't know what year/years he played but I am interested in finding out if baseball cardsexistedd then if so who produced them where they can be found who can help me with thI am Carmelite mostly interested in finding his card any help would be greatly appreciated please email me with any help you can provide CWBRADFORDIV@AOL.COM chuck bradford wilmington, de USA - Sunday, September 30, 2001 at 17:46:35 (EDT) cool site,was looking for a player from 1949 A's,Last name is Ippolite was a pitcher JJ USA - Thursday, September 27, 2001 at 18:58:57 (EDT) Great Site Walter Kramarz Hamilton, NJ USA - Saturday, September 22, 2001 at 17:16:25 (EDT) Howard Ehmke is a cousin of mine. I found this site to be enlighting to say the least. This site was found totaly by accident. Gregory Ehmke Fredonia, ny USA - Wednesday, September 19, 2001 at 17:18:09 (EDT) Great site! I actually cannot remember how I first found you. I am interested in an A's hat with an elephant on it? Any plans to make one? Arthur Huppert Merion Station, PA USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 23:10:07 (EDT) Liked the site. Thanks! Felicia Boutin Toronto, ON Canada - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 17:37:31 (EDT) Just got back from attending Crash Davis' funeral service in Greensboro,N.C.Service was filled with |
