eBAY Wednesday morning brought good news. Victor caught Harvey by the arm in the hall after sociology class. “The report is back from Weber Weeble,” he said. “The handwriting on the list is the real thing.” “You’re kiddin’” said Harvey. Victor shook his head. “Nope. I’d never joke around about so...
Dr. Nugent was encouraging after he examined the new set of X rays. “This is about as good as we could have hoped for.” “Great. When can I pitch?” The doctor smiled. “Not so fast. Let’s talk about some rehabilitation first.” “Okay, I’m listening.” As eager as Coley was, Dr. Nugent was all the way...
Team officials bulged Alameda County Stadium at the seams by putting 12,000 standing-room-only tickets on sale two hours before game time. Even with this provision, the multitudes who swarmed the pavement outside engaged in a frenzy of bartering and ticket scalping. Vano loosened in the bullpen 3...
Anne-Marie heard her mother calling her from the bottom of the stairs, but it wasn’t until the third time that she actually woke up. She rolled on her side, burying her head beneath her pillow. Her dream had been about Brother Jackson and his sermon. It had been vivid enough to recall one of his ...
It is a bar, a restaurant, a grocery store, and a poolroom, all under one roof. The lighting is dim. The dark wooden booths are empty, except for the one where we are sitting. On the floor next to the juke box there is a metal bucket which looks like it’s meant for catching drips. Behind the bar ...