Auctionbytes-NewsFlash, Number 136 - August 08, 2001 - ISSN 1539-5065
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First-Time eBayer Walks away with Shoeless Joe Jackson Baseball Bat
By Ina Steiner
AuctionBytes.com
The original "Black Betsy" baseball bat used by Shoeless Joe Jackson ended August 7 with the high bidder paying $577,610. According to the Wall Street Journal, while the price broke all records, the bat sold for less than expected. The buyer of the bat is has been a long-time collector and sports memorabilia specialist. Wall Street Journal, August 8, 2001
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