December pickups

[daves_resale_shop]

Got this one at the local Stratford CT show today. I can't say that I have acquired too many autographs in person, but I will say that this was by far the most memorable... Dwight took the time to pose for photos, make small talk, and shake the hand of every guest...

I took this one out of my minor league collection... when I brought it up to him, he said that the photo was from 82, but the card was from 83. I commented on how impressive his 83 season was (18-4, 300k's), and he came back with a big smile and said "19-19 wins in 83" He continued to tell me how he actually started the season off 0-3 and was on the verge of being sent down, he had a scheduled start and was terribly sick. He decided to work through it. He won the game and went 19-1 in his next 20 decisions...

The rest was history

Really impressed with Dwight's professionalism, graciousness and ability to relate with kids and adults alike... Couldn't have asked for a better autograph guest.

He even signed his full name for me!

and I checked the stats on google after... I stand corrected it was 19 wins!

[parker1b2]

Great story. Reminds me how a lot of card show signings were when I started going to shows in the late 80s. Nice card too.

[Scott Garner]

I just picked up this terrific vintage fountain pen signed GPC of early no-hit twirler Earl Moore.

Moore has proven to be an extremely elusive autograph to find, so I am very happy to add this to my collection of no-hit pitcher signatures.
Many thanks to net54 board member Jim Stinson.

In 1901 Earl Moore pitched 9 innings of no-hit ball vs. the Chicago White Sox before eventually surrendering a hit in the 10th inning. Moore was the tough luck loser in this game. As such, Moore became the first pitcher to ever lose a no-hitter in the 20th century.

Moore pitched for several teams including AL Cleveland (Blues, Broncos, Naps), NY Highlanders, NL Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs and the Buffalo Blues (Federal League) in his 14 year career that ended in 1914.

BTW, if anyone is interested in adding a tough vintage signature to your collection, I have a very nice fountain pen signed cut of Moore that I just upgraded with this GPC. Please send me a PM if you are interested.

[Robextend]

[toyman55]

Got this one last week off ebay

[itjclarke]

Got me a Joe to pair with my Jerry (purchased earlier this year) with hopes that between these two (and a Sunday shrine) we can spark a magical run, rattle off 7 straight and land ourselves in another SB. (But damn those Seahawks looks good)

[GKreindler]

Awesome pick-up, Scott. I can't even imagine how tough of a signature he is.

And for the record, whether it's your photo or not, those Blues uniforms are top-notch.

Graig

[Scott Garner]

Originally Posted by GKreindler

Awesome pick-up, Scott. I can't even imagine how tough of a signature he is.

And for the record, whether it's your photo or not, those Blues uniforms are top-notch.

Graig

Thanks Graig! Moore is a definite toughee.
BTW, the signed GPC came with the photo of Moore in the Buffalo Blues uni.

[btcarfagno]

All of these are recent additions and will be available for sale. Let me know if anyone is interested.

Really nice 1953 Bowman Nellie Fox



Karl Spooner GPC dated during 1955 season





Willie "Puddin' Head" Jones GPC dated during 1950 season





Art Fletcher postcard with lengthy handwritten note



And my personal favorite...






Don Drysdale GPC dated THE VERY DAY OF HIS MAJOR LEAGUE DEBUT!!!!






Tom C

[HOF Auto Rookies]

I had picked up these before my Ruth, never got around to posting until now:

[HOF Auto Rookies]

Can't argue for getting a Mantle signed ball for $50

[tazdmb]

#204, I have a few doubts about this one, but they are overruled by the Kevin Keating COA (after all, he wrote the book on Negro league autographs)

[HOF Auto Rookies]

Forgot this guy

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[Big Six]

Thanks to Dave's Resale Shop for helping me add/upgrade with these. Others from the lot will be posted in the B/S/T...

[daves_resale_shop]

Originally Posted by Big Six

Thanks to Dave's Resale Shop for helping me add/upgrade with these. Others from the lot will be posted in the B/S/T...

No problem... That Cool Papa is one of the nicest I have ever seen...

[jgmp123]

Just picked up this great M&M Boys piece...

[39special]

Originally Posted by jgmp123

Just picked up this great M&M Boys piece...

That's beautiful James!!

[mschwade]

Originally Posted by jgmp123

Just picked up this great M&M Boys piece...

That is beautiful James!! I am jealous!

[39special]

Picked up some more signed Exhibits.Also a lineup card from '61 Indians

[mighty bombjack]

I have been looking for a nice Charlie Finley auto, as I'm a bit of an A's fan and I think he has an outside shot at HOF enshrinement. This is a very nice coaches contract for Robert Hofman, who played for a few years before coaching and scouting. There is also a very nice Joe Cronin auto on the verso.




And I finally broke down and got one of the George Wright documents that have been floating around recently. For some reason, my scanner doesn't want to do this one in color, but the Wright auto is in a nice blue shade. This makes HOF auto #237 for me (counting the three recently elected managers).

[itjclarke]

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[Scott Garner]

Ian,
Nice signed Carl Hubbell!

[tazdmb]

Wayne-nice George Wright add. In terms of autographs, 2013 was the year of the George Wright finds. I wonder what 2014 will bring...

[jgmp123]

Just picked up this nice addition to the HOF collection...so excited to finally own a Walter Johnson!!