Back in the late 1970s and early 80s, when the internet was barely a gleam in the eyes of computer scientists, most sports collecting business was done through the pages of ads in printed publications and a newly blossoming market for “baseball card shows.” That’s what they were called then, although some were labeled “conventions,” which sounded a little more … [Read more...]
Florida Dealer On A Mission To Help Pastor
When collectors attend sports card and memorabilia shows, they are usually on a mission. Some are looking for particular cards. Some seek the hottest products on the market. Others simply enjoy chatting with the dealers. John Mitchell has a mission on his mind, too. But this one is much more secular. The longtime Florida dealer is spearheading a sports card and … [Read more...]
Ramblings: Show Promotion Always a Learning Experience
Earl Weaver’s autobiography was titled "It’s What You Learn After You Know it All That Counts". Well, I never say I know it all and the fact is despite being active in the hobby for a really long time, I'm still learning truths-- real and imagined-- about running card shows. This weekend was no exception and some of the lessons are useful to know for both our readers and as … [Read more...]
Ramblings: Another Show is Born
Last weekend, I was the local show coordinator for a first-time show at the Southfork Hotel in Texas. Formerly known as the Harvey Hotel, the Southfork is a nice facility which, thanks to postcard shows held there twice a year, is very familiar with having these type of events. And yes, the hotel suites are all named after characters in the ‘Dallas’ TV series as it is a sister … [Read more...]