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Article: Roger Maris' 61 Home Runs to Be Highlighted on New Stamp.
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- PR Newswire
- Article date:
- August 12, 1999
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WHAT:Unveiling of a U.S. postage stamp celebrating Roger Maris'
achievement of hitting 61 home runs in 1961. Maris became the
all time single season home run leader, passing Babe Ruth, who
held the previous record with 60 home runs.
WHEN:Friday, August 13, 1999
7:10 p.m. (prior to the Yankee - Minnesota Twins game)
WHERE: Home plate
Yankee Stadium