please tell me if this project sounds impossible

1976ToppsCollector

there were 8 major league baseball games on mybirthday - august 23, 1960. i would like to make a collection of one ticket stub from eevry game played that day. does that sound dumb? will i die before i actually find a ticket from all 8 games?

VintagemanEd

Well it doesn't sound very thrilling to me
How about topps football and baseball sets
From 1960?

1976ToppsCollector

<< <i>Well it doesn't sound very thrilling to me
How about topps football and baseball sets
From 1960? >>



yeah i wasn't doing it for you. sorry if it came across that way. if i need a suggection for what to watch on tv tonight ill send you a private message.

itzagoner

not dumb at all. i managed to find an item in a large collection several years ago associated with my b-day which is a game ball from a 1979 contest between the Reds & Astros at the Astrodome, sealed up in a plastic bag with a dated label.

thought it was pretty cool to find something like that, so it's been in my keeper box.

1976ToppsCollector

thanks for the support. that sounds like a neat find.

itzagoner

best of luck with the stubs. sounds like a good challenge to complete.

Stooge

The problem with collecting today, is that everyone thinks that vintage is the way to collect. I think your idea is absolutely amazing and I for one think you should give it a go.

I believe that Birthdays are special and they are Yours. I was born May 7th, 1968. Catfish Hunter threw a 4-0 complete game No-hitter the next day on May 8th, 1968 against the Minnesota Twins. How awesome is that? I missed being born on that day by 1 stinkin' day. BTW I share the same exact Birthday with Traci Lords!

miwlvrn

<< <i>there were 8 major league baseball games on mybirthday - august 23, 1960. i would like to make a collection of one ticket stub from eevry game played that day. does that sound dumb? will i die before i actually find a ticket from all 8 games? >>



I'd say go for it because it is probably a lot easier than putting together a complete set of 1989 Topps Hockey in PSA 10 from self-subbed cards pulled from self-ripped packs...

80sOPC

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<< <i>Well it doesn't sound very thrilling to me
How about topps football and baseball sets
From 1960? >>



if i need a suggection for what to watch on tv tonight. >>



My 600# Life would be my suggection

BostonAmericans

Not dumb at all - sounds like a cool idea.

vintagefun

I collect a lot of things from my birth year, but not much from my birthday, except the Dead show that was being played at Winterland, which was also a company I would later work for.

I really like your idea, and may need to look into what other events took place on mine.

I'm not generally a ticket guy, but I think your project sounds do-able.

All the best should you go for it.

Keep us posted.

Jim

Bosox1976

Challenging projects are the most satisfying.

Dboneesq

Sounds like a fun idea! If it's something you think you would enjoy then go for it. Keep us informed and show us any tickets that you find.

eagles33

I think it's a very cool idea. Just set a search on ebay.. I think it's achievable.. Just might take some time

DanBessette

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<< <i>there were 8 major league baseball games on mybirthday - august 23, 1960. i would like to make a collection of one ticket stub from eevry game played that day. does that sound dumb? will i die before i actually find a ticket from all 8 games? >>



I'd say go for it because it is probably a lot easier than putting together a complete set of 1989 Topps Hockey in PSA 10 from self-subbed cards pulled from self-ripped packs... >>



Oh my god, I actually clicked on this thread just to say that. You beat me to it!

skrezyna23

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yeah i wasn't doing it for you. sorry if it came across that way. if i need a suggection for what to watch on tv tonight ill send you a private message. >>



+1

Go for it!

PMKAY

What were the 8 games played and what was the attendance at the games?

Griffins

It sounds like a great idea that won't cost a whole lot but will take a lot of work.

miklia

Great idea, and a fun challenge that won't break the bank. Good luck!

1976ToppsCollector

<< <i>What were the 8 games played and what was the attendance at the games? >>



DET @BAL 5-3 (11) 16,665
CLE @BOS 3-2 (10) 29,232
CHW @NYY 5-1 43,275
KCA @WSH 1-3 8,591

PIT @CHC 8-3 13,943
MLN @LAD 7-0 31,681
CIN @SFG 1-6 14,768
PHI @STL 2-4 13,283

thekid8

Go for it

I have and still am looking for tickets/stubs where Gary Carter hit a homerun (324) and have made some nice progress. I still get a thrill when I come accross 1 -- the finds are further and further apart but that is what makes the chase fun. Once you find the first you will be hooked.

I have 2 guys that deal with used tickets that have found dozens for me -- later today I will PM you their contact info -- maybe they will be able to help

Good Luck
Mike

MinorLeaguer

Definitely go for it.

This makes me want to get a stub from my b-day of 10-14-69. Mets win Game 3 of the series. Gentry (W), Palmer (L), Ryan (S)

And for the guy born on Traci Lords' bday, I would definitely go for some sort of reminder. We should all be so lucky, lol.

baseballfan

I think it will be difficult but a lot of fun to track them all down. good luck. anything special happen in any of the games?

good luck

Juggs

Very cool idea.

MULLINS5

<< <i>Challenging projects are the most satisfying. >>



+1

I, too, like the idea. It will just take some time. I was born on a Saturday, so there are a lot of ticket stubs out there for me.

Best of luck and remember to share your pick-ups!

Patrick

Nathaniel1960

If you have an affinity for one of the teams on the list that played that day, I would focus on that game, and collect all things related to it. Stub, program, line-up card, audio recordings, baseball cards, newspaper clippings, player autos from the game, and you can make a framed display. The Cubs/Pirates would be pretty cool, you could have wrigley field as the backdrop to the display, with a plane flying a banner overhead carrying your birth announcement.

baz518

Sounds pretty cool to me too! Would be fun chasing, and you'd have plenty of time to think of a cool way to display them all once complete.

thekid8

If you turn on your PM I will send along those contacts
Mike

1976ToppsCollector

<< <i>If you turn on your PM I will send along those contacts
Mike >>



done thank you

FavreFan1971

What a great idea. I just looked up my bday and Hank Aaron hit a HR that day. So cool. I am gonna look too.

seebelow

sounds like a very cool project. Did anything significant, historic happen in the games themselves? Besides the personal meaning.

Also, I'm sure the guy that does own these stubs and wants to find a buyer doesn't view this as a dumb project. Its these meaningful personal searches that helps keep this hobby alive.

1976ToppsCollector

<< <i>Did anything significant, historic happen in the games themselves? >>



the only thing i could find is that lew burdette threw his 3rd straight shutout and this one was right after his no hitter. no nothing too extrordinary.

totallyradd

Go for it. That Kansas City/Washington game is gonna be a tough one, but I think it's very doable, and with only 8 items it should be a fun chase.

Wish my birthday fell during baseball season!

magellan

This got me thinking. My birthday is 5/17/54 -Yes I'm ancient. Seems like there should be some good games on that date.
I'll have to look them up.
Good luck with your project!

DanBessette

<< <i>This got me thinking. My birthday is 5/17/54 -Yes I'm ancient! >>



Not as old as Doug!

vandweller

I love the idea and I am stealing it. Thanks for the inspiration!

DrFong

<< <i>......I just looked up my bday and Hank Aaron hit a HR that day......... >>



Funny, me too. Number 470 of his career.

And the Mick went 2 for 3.

Griffins

The more I think of it the cooler this is. Going to start doing the same on my bday.
Not nearly as long ago as Dave's (Hi Dave!) or Dougs!

Dboneesq

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<< <i>This got me thinking. My birthday is 5/17/54 -Yes I'm ancient! >>


Not as old as Doug! >>



It's close Dan, but he has me by 4 years! LOL

I think the OP has started a new trend!!!!!

elsnorto

<< <i>Well it doesn't sound very thrilling to me
How about topps football and baseball sets
From 1960? >>



Yeah, because nothing combines one's date of birth + enjoyment of a hobby quite like putting together a readily available set that was mass produced and assembled by thousands and thousands of others... but, hey, it was produced the same YEAR.

Not everyone is fixated with "investment potential" like you are, Ed. Some people actually view this as a hobby and many do so out of a personal love for the game or sense of nostalgia that is apparently lost on you?

Ed's response aside... I too think this idea is pretty unique, very do-able, and should be quite affordable. It will likely take some persistence and patience though. If you do decide to chase the project, please update this thread as you acquire them. I'm curious just how quickly eight 55 year old tickets will come together and what one proves to be the hardest to find.

Snorto~

Griffins

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<< <i>Well it doesn't sound very thrilling to me
How about topps football and baseball sets
From 1960? >>



Yeah, because nothing combines one's date of birth + enjoyment of a hobby quite like putting together a readily available set that was mass produced and assembled by thousands and thousands of others... but, hey, it was produced the same YEAR.

Not everyone is fixated with "investment potential" like you are, Ed. Some people actually view this as a hobby and many do so out of a personal love for the game or sense of nostalgia that is apparently lost on you?

Ed's response aside... I too think this idea is pretty unique, very do-able, and should be quite affordable. It will likely take some persistence and patience though. If you do decide to chase the project, please update this thread as you acquire them. I'm curious just how quickly eight 55 year old tickets will come together and what one proves to be the hardest to find.

Snorto~ >>



+1

magellan

<< <i>The more I think of it the cooler this is. Going to start doing the same on my bday.
Not nearly as long ago as Dave's (Hi Dave!) or Dougs! >>



Anthony, how are you ?
I haven't been on here since 2012 Heritage , not going to stay away that long again.