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Arkansas Post National Memorial, Arkansas

Posted on December 28, 1989 by Roger

I arrived at Arkansas Post early in the morning. I was the first visitor of the day and one of the last too. This doesn’t rank as one of the most visited National parks. I was greeted by a man … Continue reading →

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Kenosha Twins vs. Peoria Chiefs — August 17, 1989

Posted on August 17, 1989 by Roger

I went to this game with family. We had great seats on the first-base side, with our backs against a chain-link fence. When the line-up for Peoria was announced, the fans got involved. The announcer said, “Batting first, the D.H., … Continue reading →

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White Sox vs. Royals — August 16, 1989

Posted on August 16, 1989 by Roger

More free tickets from a supplier at work. I went down with three friends. We arrived during Royals’ batting practice. I went down along the left-field line and stood up against the low wall (after pulling paint chips off the … Continue reading →

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Cardinals vs. Cubs — July 26, 1989

Posted on July 26, 1989 by Roger

An a summer vacation, I grabbed a chance to see a game in St. Louis. I arrived 45 minutes before the gates opened, so I wandered around the neighborhood. I was trying to decide what to do about supper when … Continue reading →

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Prairie Grove State Park, Arkansas

Posted on July 21, 1989 by Roger

I visited this park on the same day that I toured Pea Ridge National Military Park. I had the place to myself except for three local kids who wandered through. I toured the museum (visible behind the sign) and wandered … Continue reading →

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