_________________________________________________________ F A M E F O R U M N E W S L E T T E R N A T I O N A L W O M E N 'S B A S E B A L L H A L L O F F A M E National Syndicated Column (contents are protected) Copyrights(c), NWB Hall of Fame, 1998-2005 TXU877085, TXU959430, TXU973266, TXU013972, TXU986753, TXU949885, TXU004037, TXU022893, TXU026161, TXU047111, TXU050230, TXU061149, TXU088068, TXU120937, TXU148132, TXU163784, TXU170668, TXU196853, TXU211917, TXU216769, TXU234252, TXU253116, TXU260664. Issue Number 00318 _________________________________________________________ Volume VIII, Number 29 Publisher and Author December 5, 2005 Richard C. Jaffeson Washington, DC HallFame@usa.com http://www.eteamz.com/hallfame _________________________________________________________ 2005 NWB HALL OF FAME INDUCTIONS WINTER, BRENNEMAN, SWEENEY, FERENO SEE THE WEBSITE PHOTO PAGES "HALL OF FAMERS" http://www.eteamz.com/hallfame/albums DIDRIKSON, HOWARD, SCHILLACE, DANCER, FERGUSON, WINTER, WRIGHT, LUKASIK, MILLIKEN, BALLENTINE, GEYER, WALLACE, CIULLA, GUIDACE, MACURIO, SHELDON, BEAUCHAMP, HUDSON, BRENNEMAN, FERENO, SWEENEY TED WILLIAMS WEBSITE http://www.saveted.net _________________________________________________________ A. COLUMN: FLAMIN' THROWIN' CRACKLIN' ROSIE "Ahhh, Cracklin' Rosie git on board... She's gonna throw 'til ain't no more to go, not takin' it slow, a Flamer who knows. Best way to please is winnin' us ballgames." "Pitchin' like a noontime big train... Ain't nothing I'd bring along maybe a song, plays all day long, arm that is strong. Find us fields where they ask no questions." "Ohhh, we love watchin' Rosie smile, her ways make it last a long while, if she's in control we go in style. Rosie you're like a new-born woman, rawhide sings as a guitar strummin', her wrist keeps the infield hummin'." "Throw it now! Throw it now! Throw it now, yeah Rosie!" "Cracklin' Rosie takes it in stride... If it's more than two hours that's alright, stays day or night, never gets uptight. Best way to please is winnin' us ballgames." "Havin' teams to play out our dream... When she learned to throw strikes in a row, those hitters fold, keep the score low. Find us fields where they ask no questions." "Ohhh, we love watchin' Rosie smile, her ways make it last a long while, if she's in control we go in style, Rosie you're like a new-born woman, rawhide sings as a guitar strummin', her wrist keeps the infield hummin'." "Throw it now! Throw it now! Throw it now, yeah Rosie!" "Cracklin' Rose grabin' those seams... arch way back with a grip that never slips, batter's last trip, it's swing 'n miss. Best way to please is winnin' us ballgames." "She took up 'n filled the key role... Becomin' this season so great on the mound, those skills found, on the high ground. Find us fields where they ask no questions." "Ohhh, we love watchin' Rosie smile, her ways make it last a long while, if she's in control we go in style, Rosie you're like a new-born woman, rawhide sings as a guitar strummin', her wrist keeps the infield hummin'." "Bop a-bop, a-bop bop, ahhh, Bop a-bop, a-bop bop, ahhh..." Note: Significantly modified from irregular verses of "Cracklin' Rosie" by Neil Diamond, 1970. ROSIE WEAVER HONORED... The Virginia Flames starting star pitcher, Rosie Weaver was recently selected to receive an annual MVP award from the NWB Hall of Fame. Her MVP nomination was prepared by Flames manager JoAnn Milliken supported by her teammates. Weaver in this starting role for 2005 greatly contributed to the Flame's 11-1 regular season record. Her pitching was instrumental in the league championship victories on October 1, 2005 demonstrating effective speed and control coupled with exceptional endurance on the mound. The following is Rosie Weaver's 2005 nomination statement by Flames manager JoAnn Milliken. Congratulations Cracklin' Rosie! ROSIE WEAVER, 2005 MVP NOMINATION by JoAnn Milliken Virginia Flames Manager "Rosie Weaver has been with the Flames for 6 years, starting as a catcher in the famous Ciulla-Weaver battery, and becoming a starting pitcher in the Flames 2005 season." "Rosie is a friendly, enthusiastic and dedicated player who is always striving for perfection. Rosie has excellent baseball skills, --she is able to play any infield position and play it well. And, she has an infectious smile that she brings to every game." "In addition, Rosie brings her lovely family. Whether he's chasing their adorable children Michael and Dylan, observing the game from the stands, or hanging out in the dugout, we always hear husband Tony's words of support when we're in the field or in the batter's box. On the rare occasions that they miss a game, we miss hearing Tony's endearing expression as he cheers for 'Ro-Ro.'" "She was the foundation of the Flame's pitching staff this year, pitching 60% of the innings, including at least one inning in every game and starting half of the games. She compiled a 7-1 record. She was a key factor in the Flames 11-1 regular season record and their third consecutive league championship. Throughout the season she showed a dedication to learning all facets of pitching." Note: The Virginia Flames, a member of the Eastern Women's Baseball Conference, is managed by JoAnn Milliken and coached by Dave Fyfe and Harry Simpson. B. NWB HALL OF FAME PRODUCTS These baseball items are available from the NWB Hall of Fame: new induction poster, commemorative buttons (2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000, and 1999), personalized magnetic locker nametags, t-shirts, caps, knife, and model bats. The website main page has order information, and the photo page displays most items. http://www.eteamz.com/hallfame C. HISTORIC TIMELINE December 3, 1965 Katarina Witt birthdate, Olympic medalist. December 4, 1861 Lillian Russell birthdate, theater actor. December 4, 1868 Jesse Burkett birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. December 5, 1894 Philip K. Wrigley birthdate, team owner. December 6, 1899 Jocko Conlan birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. December 6, 1900 Agnes Moorehead birthdate, actor. December 6, 1903 Tony Lazzeri birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. December 7, 1947 Johnny Bench birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. December 8, 1968 Mike Mussina birthdate, MLB pitcher. December 9, 1871 Joe Kelley birthdate, MLB outfielder. December 9, 1865 Passing of Branch Rickey, MLB manager. December 10, 1830 Emily Dickinson birthdate, poet. December 10, 1971 Nolan Ryan traded by Mets to Angels. December 11, 1854 Hoss Radbourne birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. December 11, 1926 Big Mama Thornton birthdate, blues singer. December 12, 1864 Phenomenal Smith birthdate, MLB pitcher. December 13, 1943 Ferguson Jenkins birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. December 14, 1897 Margaret Chase Smith birthdate, US Congress. December 15, 1900 Christy Mathewson traded to NY Giants. December 16, 1901 Margaret Mead birthdate, anthropologist. December 16, 1951 Mike Flanagan birthdate, MLB pitcher. December 16, 1964 Billy Ripken birthdate, MLB player. December 17, 1903 Wright brothers first flight. December 18, 1886 Ty Cobb birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. December 18, 1916 Betty Grable birthdate, film actor. December 18, 1930 Bill Skowron birthdate, MLB player. December 19, 1894 Ford Frick birthdate, MLB Commissioner. December 19, 1934 Al Kaline birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. December 20, 1881 Branch Rickey birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. December 20, 1888 Fred Merkle birthdate, MLB player. December 20, 1900 Gabby Harnett birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. December 21, 1912 Josh Gibson birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. December 21, 1954 Chris Evert birthdate, tennis champion. December 22, 1862 Connie Mack birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. December 22, 1944 Steve Carlton birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. D. FAME FORUM ISSUES Volume VIII, 2005 Season Publications Number 29, Flamin' Throwin' Craklin' Rosie (Weaver), December 5, 2005. Number 28, Father Baseball (Bender), December 4, 2005. Number 27, Tenacious Top Twirler Tapped (Gelman), November 21, 2005. Number 26, Long Valley Women (Mice and Men), November 13, 2005. Number 25, Bookies, Belles, and Beisbol (Winter), October 14, 2005. Number 24, 2005 NWB Hall of Fame Inductions, October 7, 2005. Number 23, 2005 Nominations for Induction, October 2, 2005. Number 22, Teddy Ballgame Still Suspended, September 22, 2005. Number 21, 2005 NWB Hall of Fame Induction Form, September 19, 2005. Number 20, Charm City Champions (Baltimore), September 2, 2005. Number 19, Hitting the Road, Again (Kerouac), August 26, 2005. Number 18, Sweltering Seventeen (extra runs), August 19, 2005. Number 17, This One's for the Gipper, August 12, 2005. Number 16, 2005 NWB Hall of Fame Inductions Form, August 11, 2005. Number 15, Proud Mary Keeps on Turning, August 5, 2005. Number 14, Inside the Park (Walter Lanier Barber), July 28. Number 13, Beauty, Brains, and Brawn (Brenneman), May 27. Number 12, Cryonics Firm Pending Investigation, May 1. Number 11, New Book Release (Ted Williams), April 11. Number 10, Have You Seen the Light (Blues), April 10. Number 09, Play Dixie for Me (songs), March 24. Number 08, Foot in the Bucket (Opening Day), March 8. Number 07, Strikes! (spring training), February 28. Number 06, Nightmare of the Living Dead, February 13. Number 05, Vinny, Vidi, Vici (court case), February 1. Number 04, Natural and Supernatural (Williams), January 24. Number 03, BarnCat on a Hot Tin Roof (Texas), January 15. Number 02, Ted Williams' Disposition (update), January 7. Number 01, That Was the Year That Was (2004), January 2. http://www.eteamz.com/hallfame/news E. NWB HALL OF FAME PROGRAMS The National Women's Baseball Hall of Fame, an independent not-for-profit organization established September 1998, is situated in suburban Washington, DC. The objective is to recognize achievements of women in regulation baseball. The NWB Hall of Fame offers these programs for participants in regulation baseball with organized leagues. Managers are are encouraged to recommend recognition awards and suggest articles on their teams, players, or events. Applications are available through email and are posted on the website. NWB HALL OF FAME INDUCTIONS Nominations for the NWB Hall of Fame are due September 30. Inductions may include four current and one previous players by formal application or candidate statement. NATIONAL MVP AND MANAGER AWARDS MVP player and manager award requests are due December 31. Season nominations should be by a manager or administrator. One MVP player per team may be selected annually. Membership covers transmission of newsletters, announcements, invitations, applications, and access to all website pages. Membership is $9.00 renewed annually, and an application is available on the NWB Hall of Fame website. _________________________________________________________ NATIONAL WOMEN'S BASEBALL HALL OF FAME Richard C. Jaffeson, Executive Director PO Box 15282, Chevy Chase, Maryland 20825 301-847-0102 HallFame@USA.com http://www.eteamz.com/hallfame "National Women's Baseball Hall of Fame" is a registered trade name with the State of Maryland. MD672265, October 19, 1998. "National Women's Baseball Hall of Fame" is a Trademark/Servicemark pending with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Programs, articles, and contents presented herein are protected under provisions of the U.S. Copyright Office, Library of Congress. Fame Forum registrations are listed below: TXU877085, TXU959430, TXU973266, TXU013972, TXU986753, TXU949885, TXU004037, TXU022893, TXU026161, TXU047111, TXU050230, TXU061149, TXU088068, TXU120937, TXU148132, TXU163784, TXU170668, TXU196853, TXU211917, TXU216769, TXU234252, TXU253116, TXU260664. Copyrights(c), NWB Hall of Fame, 1998-2005 __________________________________________________________