Route 4 and Route 2 South of Lusby, Maryland

Route 4 meets with Maryland Route 2 (Solomons Island Road) near the town of Sunderland at the Lower Marlboro Road junction. "Route 4/2" continues south for 26.9 miles, and both are known as Solomons Island Road.

The road continues running nearly due south, intersecting the western end of Maryland 575 north of Huntingtown and the western end of Maryland 263 south of same. South of Prince Frederick the road gains a second name, the Louis L. Goldstein Highway.

Charles A. Conerly - QB - New York Giants

September 21, 1921 - February 13, 1996

Charlie Conerly was an all-America single-wing tailback at the University of Mississippi, after having served in the invasion of Guam as a Marine corporal during World War II.

In 1948, he joined the New York Giants, who converted him to a T-formation quarterback. He went to the Pro Bowl after the 1950 and 1956 seasons and was named the 1959 Associated Press NFL Player of the Year. Conerly led the Giants to the 1956 NFL championship and held virtually all of the club's career passing records until Phil Simms surpassed them. "Chuckin' Charlie," as sportswriters liked to call him, retired after the 1961 season.

In 1962, the Giants retired The Number in Conerly's honor.

San Francisco 49ers to wear The Number

This list does not include preseason or exhibition games. A second number after the player's name indicates that he also wore that number at some point during his career.

Bob Bryant 1946-49
Leo Nomellini (73) 1950-51
Lowell Wagner (92) 1952-53,55
Searcy Miles 1954-56
Ernie Smith 1955-56
Jim Ridlon 1957-62
Don Libson 1963-64
Doug Cunningham 1967-73
Anthony Leonard 1976-78
Ricky Odom 1978
Ricky Patton (32) 1980
Ronnie Lott 1981-90

SEPTA - Route 42 Sign

Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Route 42 - Wycombe/West Philadelphia to Penn's Landing via Spruce, Chestnut and Walnut Streets.

Frank Sinatra - 42 cent stamp - First Day of Issue Cover

This is a Digital Color Postmark from the Las Vegas issuance of the Frank Sinatra commemorative stamps.

On May 13, 2008, in Las Vegas, Nevada, and New York, New York, the Postal Service™ issued a 42–cent, Frank Sinatra commemorative stamp in one design in a Pressure–Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) pane of 20 stamps.

With this stamp, designed by Richard Sheaff of Scottsdale, Arizona, the Postal Service honors Frank Sinatra, an Oscar-winning actor and a supreme interpreter of American popular song. Art director Richard Sheaff and stamp artist Kazuhiko Sano of Mill Valley, California, have chosen to present this iconic figure in a portrait based on a photograph by an unknown photographer.

Jason David - CB - New Orleans Saints

Today's number 42 comes to us from New Orleans, where CB Jason David sports The Number.

Jason was selected in the fourth round (125th overall) by Indianapolis in the 2004 NFL Draft after a standout career at Washington State. Then in 2007, the Saints signed Jason to a four-year contract.

Below David is shown lining up to cover Steve Smith during the Saints, December 28, 2008 game against the Carolina Panthers.

L. Wesley Whiddon - LB - Fleming Island High School

February 22, 1991 - May 14, 2008

Whiddon was credited with 174.5 tackles -- 14 for a loss -- during his junior year on the Fleming Island Golden Eagles. He caused three fumbles, recovering one, and was named first-team linebacker in both the county and the conference. This 17-year-old standout on the Fleming Island High School football team was tragically struck and killed by a train crossing a railroad bridge over Black Creek on May 14, 2008. He is shown above proudly sporting The Number.

Newspapers reported that his family requested he be buried wearing the number he loved. The Number has been retired at Fleming Island High School. May he rest in peace.

Candlestick Park

The Number graces the right field wall at Candlestick Park (3Com Park at the time the picture was taken) in honor of Jackie Robinson.

This photo was taken on May 28, 1998 during a game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the San Francisco Giants. It was the Diamondbacks first trip into San Francisco ever.

Also during this game, Barry Bonds was intentionally walked with the bases loaded.

Oakland, California - 42 feet above sea level

Welcome to Oakland, California!

Population 409,300 and a perfect 42 feet above sea level.

Vintage Black Cinema

On July 16, 2008, in Newark, New Jersey, the Postal Service™ issued 42–cent Vintage Black Cinema commemorative stamps. The stamps were designed by Carl T. Herrman of Carlsbad, California.


Vivid reminders of a bygone era, these vintage movie posters highlight various facets of the African–American cultural experience as represented in early film. Whether spotlighting the talents of entertainment icons or documenting changing social attitudes and expectations, these posters now serve a greater purpose than publicity and promotion. They have become invaluable pieces of history, preserving memories of cultural phenomena that otherwise might have been forgotten.

Movies commemorated include Black and Tan, The Sport of the Gods, Princess Tam-Tam, Caldonia and Hallelujah.

Elton Brand - PF - Chicago Bulls

After being selected by the Chicago Bulls with the first pick in the 1999 draft, Elton Brand spent two years sporting The Number in Chicago before moving on to Los Angeles.

"Take Me Out to the Ball Game"

On July 16, 2008, in Washington, DC, the Postal Service™ issued a 42–cent Take Me Out to the Ball Game commemorative stamp. The stamp was designed by Richard Sheaff of Scottsdale, Arizona.

"Take Me Out to the Ball Game" was written in the summer of 1908 by Jack Norworth (1879-1959) and set to music by Albert Von Tilzer (1878-1956). For decades, the song's catchy chorus has been part of the musical tradition at ballparks around the country.

Is that Mr. Sammo?

Famous blogger Mr. Sammo, of the blog of the same name, is spotted on the Roberto Clemente Bridge in the hours before the 2006 MLB All-Star Game in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania sporting The Number.

Coors Field - Denver Colorado

Here is a picture of The Number on the right field wall of Coors Field in Denver, Colorado during Game 3 of the 2007 World Series.

The Number has been retired throughout all of MLB in tribute to Jackie Robinson.

Elton Brand - PF - Duke

Today we have a long time member of "the guys who wear The Number club". Elton Brand has been wearing The Number since back in the days when he was at Duke. Then in 1999, the Chicago Bulls made him the number one pick in the draft. He has continued to wear The Number from Chicago to LA to Philadelphia.