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A standing room only crowd at San
Diego Jack Murphy Stadium paid tribute
to owner Ray Kroc who celebrated his
80th on October 2, 1982. The 48,287
fans, were treated to commemorative
hats designed for the occasion. Kroc
who founded the McDonald's fast food
chain in 1955, bought the Padres in
1974.
Many souvenirs were produced, for the
occasion such as; pin-back buttons,
pennants, gym bags, and this baseball.
The ball features a Ray A. Kroc
facsimile autograph on the sweet-spot.
The top panel has the Rawlings, Padres,
and McDonald's logos. The bottom panel
Reads; "80th Birthday Celebration
October 2, 1982"
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