_________________________________________________________ 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, 1998-2007 TXU877085, TXU959430, TXU973266, TXU013972, TXU986753, TXU949885, TXU004037, TXU022893, TXU026161, TXU047111, TXU050230, TXU061149, TXU088068, TXU120937, TXU148132, TXU163784, TXU170668, TXU196853, TXU211917, TXU216769, TXU234252, TXU253116, TXU260664, TXU180346, TXU288273, TXU311442. Issue Number 00358 _________________________________________________________ Volume X, Number 01 Publisher and Author January 1, 2007 Richard C. Jaffeson Washington, DC HallFame@usa.com http://www.eteamz.com/hallfame _________________________________________________________ 2006 NWB HALL OF FAME INDUCTIONS NELSON, DOMINGUEZ, TRIOLO SEE THE WEBSITE FOR ALL "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: THAT WAS THE YEAR THAT WAS The following is the annual summary of activities for the previous year. In 2006, there were three inductions into the NWB Hall of Fame, and one selection for a Triple Crown Award in recognition of league, team, and player accomplishments. In addition, there were 36 issues of Fame Forum representing a cumulate total of 357 since 1998. Congratulations to the following individuals! 2006 NWB HALL OF FAME INDUCTIONS Maud Nelson (a.k.a. Clementina Brida) Pitcher, Manager, Operator, 1897-1934 Boston Bloomers, Western Bloomer Girls (Michigan), American Athletic Girls, and All Star Ranger Girls (barnstorming teams) Carmen Dominguez, Infielder Virginia Flames, 2002-current, and tournament teams Sandy Triolo, Outfielder Panthers (a.k.a. BarnCats), 1991 BarnCats, Montgomery County, MD, 1992-2001 "2006 NWB Hall of Fame Inductions," Fame Forum, Volume IX, Number 24, October 9, 2006. http://eteamz.active.com/hallfame/files/C-Oct06B.txt "More Information on NWB Hall of Famers," Fame Forum, Volume IX, Number 25, October 11, 2006. http://eteamz.active.com/hallfame/files/C-Oct06C.txt "Where in the World is Carmen Dominguez?" Fame Forum, Volume IX, Number 26, October 13, 2006. http://eteamz.active.com/hallfame/files/C-Oct06D.txt 2006 TRIPLE CROWN AWARD JoAnn Milliken Commissioner, Eastern Women's Baseball Conference General Manager, Virginia Flames, and Center Fielder, Virginia Flames "Finest Flamer Famed," Fame Forum, Volume IX, Number 35, December 14, 2006. http://eteamz.active.com/hallfame/files/C-Dec06C.txt There were also two new commemorative bats included with the collection: Sue Lukasik 2000 and Kelly Ballentine 2001. The 2006 commemorative buttons will be soon ordered, and should be available later in January. 2006 ISSUES OF FAME FORUM Volume IX, 2006 Season Publications Number 36, Case of the Ruthian Ball, December 22. Number 35, Finest Flamer Famed (Milliken), December 14. Number 34, Clifford's Mysterious Morning, December 7. Number 33, Case Addendum of JoAnna Dollar, December 2. Number 32, Case of the Purloined Bat (DiMaggio), November 28. Number 31, Clifford's Hometown Parade, November 21. Number 30, Eephus, Eiphus, Ophus (pitches), November 20. Number 29, Magnus Force --Make My Day!, November 5. Number 28, Better Babies and Baseball (SIDS), November 2. Number 27, Clifford's October Surprise, October 30. Number 26, Where in the World is Carmen Dominguez?, October 13. Number 25, More Information on NWB Hall of Famers, October 11. Number 24, 2006 NWB Hall of Fame Inductions, October 9. Number 23, 2006 Nominations for Induction, October 2. Number 22, Program Announcements, September 11. Number 21, LBI's Batting Third (Brenneman), August 22. Number 20, Saving Ted Williams, August 8. Number 19, Ted Williams Action Agenda, August 4. Number 18, Say it Ain't So Joe (treatment), July 6. Number 17, Spirit of 1776 (painting), July 2. Number 16, New NWB Products Available, June 26. Number 15, Meet Jane Doe (codes), June 22. Number 14, 2006 NWB Hall of Fame Induction Form, May 31. Number 13, Playing on Abraham's Side (Williams), May 25. Number 12, Clifford Finds the Easter Bunny, April 14. Number 11, Way to Go Joltin' Jo (Joes and Jo), April 7. Number 10, Alibi Isis Misses Spring Training, March 31. Number 09, Clifford Wears Some Green, March 15. Number 08, Let the Games Begin (1936 Olympics), March 14. Number 07, To Be or Not to Be (Williams), February 24. Number 06, Clifford's Favorite Valentine, February 10. Number 05, Models D29 and 36D (Marilyn), February 5. Number 04, Additional Recognition (letter), February 1. Number 03, Breaking Away (DiMaggio), January 20. Number 02, Annie's Big Apple (Runyon), January 10. Number 01, That Was the Year That Was (2005), January 1. http://www.eteamz.com/hallfame/news B. NWB HALL OF FAME PRODUCTS These baseball items are available from the NWB Hall of Fame: new induction poster, commemorative buttons (2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000, and 1999), personalized magnet locker nametags, t-shirts, caps, knife, and ten model bats. Free commemorative ribbons are also available. The website main page has an order form, and the photo page displays several items. http://www.eteamz.com/hallfame C. HISTORIC TIMELINE December 29, 1937 Mary Tyler Moore birthdate, Emmy Award winner. December 30, 1935 Sandy Koufax birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. December 31, 1857 King Kelly birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. December 31, 1870 Tom Connolly birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. January 1, 1857 Tim Keefe birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. January 1, 1911 Hank Greenberg birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. January 2, 1951 Bill Madlock birthdate, MLB player. January 3, 1916 Betty Furness birthdate, consumer advocate. January 3, 1973 George Steinbrenner purchased NY Yankees. January 4, 1914 Jane Wyman birthdate, Best Actress 1948. January 4, 1944 Tito Fuentes birthdate, MLB player. January 5, 1901 Luke Sewell birthdate, MLB player/manager. January 6, 1412 Joan of Arc birthdate, commanded French army. January 6, 1863 Ban Johnson birthdate, manager, MLB Hall of Fame. January 6, 1920 Early Wynn birthdate, pitcher, MLB Hall of Fame. January 7, 1913 Johnny Mize birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. January 7, 1945 Tony Conigliaro birthdate, MLB power hitter. January 8, 1867 Emily Balch birthdate, Nobel Peace Prize. January 9, 1903 Orioles became NY Highlanders (Yankees). January 9, 1941 Joan Baez birthdate, folk singer. January 10, 1835 Harry Wright birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. January 10, 1938 Willie McCovey birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. January 11, 1876 Elmer Flick birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. January 11, 1890 Max Carey birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. January 11, 1963 Tracy Caulkins birthdate, world record swimmer. January 11, 1973 American League adopted Designated Hitter Rule. January 12, 1960 Mike Marshall birthdate, MLB player. January 13, 1925 Gwen Verdon birthdate, actor ("Damn Yankees"). January 14, 1919 Stoneham, McGraw, McQuade purchased NY Giants. January 14, 1942 Carol Bellamy birthdate, Peace Corp director. January 15, 1917 Johnny Rucker birthdate, MLB player. January 16, 1870 Jimmy Collins birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. January 16, 1911 Dizzy Dean birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. January 17, 1931 James Earl Jones birthdate, actor. January 18, 1896 Bill McGowan birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. January 18, 1955 Kevin Costner birthdate, actor. January 19, 1966 Stef Edberg birthdate, tennis star. January 20, 1887 Bill James birthdate, MLB player. January 20, 1934 Camilo Pascual birthdate, MLB player. January 21, 1957 Geena Davis birthdate, actor. January 22, 1857 NABP adopted 9 inning game rule. January 23, 1918 Gertrude Elion birthdate, Nobel Prize medicine. January 23, 1962 Jackie Robinson elected to MLB Hall of Fame. January 24, 1955 Required 20 second rule for pitchers. January 24, 1968 Mary Lou Retton birthdate, Olympics gymnast. January 25, 1918 Ernie Harwell birthdate, broadcaster. D. FAME FORUM ISSUES Volume IX, 2007 Season Publications Number 01, That Was the Year That Was, January 1, 2007 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. 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, TXU180346, TXU288273, TXU311442. Copyrights(c), NWB Hall of Fame, 1998-2007 __________________________________________________________