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Austin's Rich Baseball History

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Baseball in Austin is steeped in a rich heritage, a patchwork of stories that weave through the fabric of time, binding the community with a shared love for the game. In this 250-word celebration, we recognize the Austin Senators and the Austin Black Senators—two teams that played pivotal roles in shaping Austin's baseball history.   The Austin Senators emerged in the late 19th century, representing the city in various minor leagues and leaving a legacy that would inspire generations to come. Their story intertwines with that of the Austin Black Senators, a team that shone brightly despite the shadow of...

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Austin Baseball - A Brief History

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Professional baseball has a rich history in Austin, Texas, from the city's first team, the Austin Senators, to the Austin Black Senators, to the Austin Pioneers, austin texas baseball teams, senators, pioneers and black senators

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Retro vs. Vintage: What's the Diff?

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Retro vs. Vintage Designs Dear Yestercool: Your site specializes in vintage and retro designs, which I like. It's cool and all, but what the difference is between retro and vintage? Aren't they just both old-time?   --  JD, Round Rock, Tx   Thanks for your question, JD. There is often some confusion between the two terms, so let's try to set the record straight.What is vintage design?Originally, the word vintage described the year and location of a wine. Now, it refers to items from the 20th century; the early 1900s up to the end of the 1960s. ‘Vintage’ encompasses a wide...

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