Category Archives: 1960s

John Coltrane’s last-ever gig was at Baltimore’s Famous Ballroom

Posted on September 30, 2013 by almosthipguy

May 7, 1967 The Famous Ballroom 1717 N. Charles Street John Coltrane: tenor/soprano sax Pharoah Sanders: tenor sax & piccolo Jim Garrison: bass Rashid Ali: drums Algie DeWitt: bata drums On May 7, 1967, the ‘Trane made his last stop … Continue reading →

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1966 Baltimore Orioles Batboy Picked up Bats and Balls with Metal Hooks

Posted on August 12, 2013 by atomictv

WHATEVER HAPPENED TO … ? O’s batboy Jay Mazzone Nearly 40 years ago, Jay Mazzone was the most famous batboy in the major leagues. By Jacques Kelly (The Baltimore Sun, 7/28/2007) As a 12-year-old, he joined the Orioles in that magical … Continue reading →

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1960s Club Eldorado Baltimore Burlesque Business Card

Posted on July 12, 2013 by atomictv
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Rest in Peace, GMG2 Mattingly

Posted on July 3, 2013 by atomictv

VUMMF Memorial My brother and family recently visited Coronado, California and paid respects to one of Essex’s own who served in Vietnam – GMG2 (Gunner’s Mate Second Class) Harry Mattingly. Rest in peace, GMG2 Mattingly.

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