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Bowen's man of many summers keeps Bluefield park alive
George Fanning, 82, an a longtime Bluefield High School retiree, continues as general manager of the Bluefield Orioles at Bowen Field. Since 1954 he has maintained the ballpark, keeping ticket prices affordable for retirees and guiding field upkeep nine months a year. The club has sent many players to Baltimore, including Cal Ripken Jr., and Fanning plans to stay active with spring preparations and high school tournaments.
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George McGonagle
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Brooklyn Dodgers
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