Vol. 12, No. 17, October 25, 1999
Fantasy Baseball League: Play With Your Heroes | Friday Potpourri | Classification Talk | Sergeant At Arms Does Damage | Ugly Tie Alert | Raffle Update by Don Deasy | November Birthdays & Anniversaries | Thought For The Week | WebTalk
John DeWater introduced former Seattle Mariner Dave “Hendo” Henderson for Brian Evison, who was detained in San Francisco leasing airplanes.
Hendo, who now owns his own business in Bellevue, Dave Henderson’s Ball Yard, and has just resigned a contract to be a Mariner’s play-by-play broadcaster, has the distinction of being the first Seattle Mariner, taken in the first round of the 1977 draft. He was a happy player, and his constant smiling caused manager Dick Williams to trade him after six seasons, because anyone that smiled that much was not taking the game seriously. Dave truly enjoyed the game and went on to play in four World Series. He also played with the Oakland A’s during the earthquake-delayed World Series with San Francisco, and again in 1990 when the A’s were swept four straight by the Cincinnati Reds. Lou Piniella, the current Mariner manager, coached that team.
• A-Rod will be traded this winter. Since Ken Griffey has a no-trade clause in his contract, Alex Rodriguez will be traded for a pitcher, a shortstop, and one other player. Dave also thought that $150 million for seven years was way too much to pay a ball player. The fans end up paying in the long run. Even though the owners say they are losing money, they appear to be a pretty happy bunch.
• Bob Watson is the leading candidate for the open General Manager position, and it will be announced next week on an off day from the 1999 World Series.
• There is a Mariner’s fantasy camp that will let you travel to Arizona and pretend you are a real baseball player (you must be 30 or older, but you may act like you’re 12). All BBRC members appear to be eligible. More info can be found on the Mariner’s homepage (www.mariners.org).
1. What does Seattle need to become a contender?
Pitching – 81 and 81 is not a record of a competitive team. Atlanta knows that pitching is the path to success. There are only about 10 teams that Seattle can turn to with a trade for A-Rod that have the capital and need and impact players that Seattle needs.2. A larger payroll in Seattle will mean higher ticket prices. Aren’t the Mariners worried about attendance fall-off?
No, the Diamondbacks have higher prices, a competitive team, and lower attendance, but they are making money.3. Do the cost over runs at Safeco Field have an impact on the team?
No, that’s just a side issue. It’s just a business deal.4. It appears that the Mariner clubhouse is not a real happy place. How do those guys get along?
They are professionals when on the field, but once they cross back over the “white lines,” all heck can break loose. Actually the Mariners’ clubhouse has been a bit too polite, and maybe it needs more commotion, i.e., fist fights.5. Should there be instant replay for baseball?
No. Bad calls are a part of the game. The bad calls did not lose the playoff series for Boston, it was the 10 errors that did them in. TOP
The resounding ring
of the meeting bell was muted by the dense morning fog as President
John DeWater stepped to the podium and reminded the membership
that we are not to take for granted the power and effectiveness
of Rotary. He then turned over the podium to new member Fred
Holubik to lead the invocation and flag salute. Fred “Q”
Esteb greeted six visiting Rotarians, including Cathy Johnson,
our District Governor’s representative, and District Governor
Elect John Nelson.
Bob McKorkle was welcomed back after his illness. Scott Hotes was back after an even longer absence.
Tim Moriarty announced that over 30 BBRC members had signed on for the Preserve Planet Earth project that was held this past Saturday, October 23, at Marymoor Park. Over 400 people were expected to show up. Team captains were Alex Rule and Jim Kindsvater. TOP
Fred Holubik is not really a rocket scientist, he just stayed at a Holiday Inn Select and sounds like one. Actually he is a specialist in water systems, including desalinization for drinking water and industrial use. His early claim to fame as a young sales representative was a visit to Washington, D.C., to propose a Waste Watergate system. The order was apparently awarded to some other organization. Fred is employed by Ionics. TOP
Steve Lingenfine
(mild hisses), demonstrating a kinder, gentler, and softer approach
to the early morning shakedown of overachieving members, allowed
Linda Barton to explain her new role as the Acting City
Manager of Bellevue for only $2.00. He also exhibited a complete
lack of preparation by requesting members to rat on themselves
for $2 to talk about happy moments and other notable achievements.
Two members came forward: Larry May now works full-time
in his pajamas; Steve Roberts has been named Manufacturer
of the Year by his customers.
Steve also demonstrated that even without any ability to lead bidders in an auction, he could manage to entice Mike Hyodo out of $150 for the “No Fine” badge for November. Good job, Lingenbidder!
“Judge” Jenny Andrews suffered a sore wrist from four hours of nonstop ticket stub writing as a result of three follow Rotarians failing to appear for duty. More on this later (it won’t be cheap). TOP
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 Dick Brown, appalled at the thought that anyone would want to work in PJ’s rather than a business suit, notified the Annual Ugly Tie Contest would be held at the October 29 meeting. He also said if you did not wear one, you can buy one at the door. You are hereby put on notice. Next Friday may be casual, but it will be so with a tie. |
Okay, sandbaggers, bring it home! Only two Friday’s are left to clear the zeros from the scoreboard. November 5 is the last day to turn in money and tickets – this includes unsold tickets. Kim Shrader and the “Floorboards” continue to lead the pack with a team average of $827 per member. TOP
I am no different from any other man with two arms, two legs,
and 4,200 hits. – Pete Rose TOP
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REJECTED CHILDREN'S BOOK TITLES
1. You Are Different and That's Bad
2. The Boy Who Died From Eating All His Vegetables
3. Dad's New Wife Robert
4. Fun four-letter Words to Know and Share
5. Hammers, Screwdrivers and Scissors: An I-Can-Do-It Book
6. The Kids' Guide to Hitchhiking
7. Kathy Was So Bad Her Mom Stopped Loving Her
8. Curious George and the High-Voltage Fence
9. All Cats Go to Hell
10. The Little Sissy Who Snitched
11. Some Kittens Can Fly.
12. That's it, I'm Putting You Up for Adoption
13. Grandpa Gets a Casket
14. The Magic World Inside the Abandoned Refrigerator
15. Garfield Gets Feline Leukemia
16. The Pop-Up Book of Human Anatomy
17. Strangers Have the Best Candy
18. Whining, Kicking and Crying to Get Your Way
19. You Were an Accident
20. Things Rich Kids Have, But You Never Will
21. Pop! Goes The Hamster...And Other Great Microwave Games
22. The Man in the Moon Is Actually Satan
23. Your Nightmares Are Real
24. Where Would You Like to Be Buried?
25. Eggs, Toilet Paper, and Your School
26. Why Can't Mr. Fork and Ms. Electrical Outlet Be Friends?
27. Places Where Mommy and Daddy Hide Neat Things
28. Daddy Drinks Because You Cry TOP
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The Reveille is published weekly by the Bellevue Breakfast Rotary Club for the enlightenment and enjoyment of its members. It is available through the website, by email, fax, and is sometimes even distributed in person. Typos do not occur; if you think you see one, tell John Mix -- although you are probably wrong. Members of the Publications Committee responsible for Reveille production include: Craig Groshart, Tom Helbling, Mark Hough, and John Mix. Layout by Cheep Graphics, Tacoma. TOP
