Bob and Byron Motley Book Signing

You read about Bob Motley in the Summer issue of Longleaf Style and now you have a chance to meet him!

Bob and Byron Motley will be at the Anniston library to read from "Ruling Over Monarchs, Giants and Stars" and sign books that will be available for purchase.

Saturday, July 19
10am - 12noon
Ayers Room, Anniston Library

Bob Motley is the only living umpire from the Negro Baseball Leagues. While a combat Marine in World War II, Motley found his life's passion, umpiring. In addition to his time in the Negro Leagues, he umpired in the Pacific Coast League and the College World Series, and also officiated semi-pro and college basketball and football games. Motley currently serves on the board of directors for the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and is a Royal Lancer with the Kansas City Royals. He lives in Kansas City, Missouri, with his wife of 55 years, Pearline.