Harry Salsinger to William Harridge re: asking for Heilmann's induction, 1951 June 19
Scope and Contents
A collection of correspondence, telegrams, notes, postcards starting in 1860 to present. These are between team owners, owners and players, or between friends. The letters are either handwritten or typed. The oldest letter is dated 1860 between brothers, describing a 'new' game of baseball. There are personal career recollections, game challenges, as well as baseball-related topics from Minor Leagues, AAGPBL, and collegiate games. There is a letter from President Kennedy to Jackie Robinson, and a "Congratulations" letter from President Biden to the Baseball Hall of Fame regarding the Black Baseball Initiative exhibit.
Dates
- 1951 June 19
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
Materials are open without restrictions but viewing materials does require an appointment. Please contact the Giamatti Research Center, research@baseballhall.org, 607-547-0330.
Extent
From the Collection: 3.54 Linear Feet (in 15 legal and letter document boxes)
From the Collection: 3.78 Cubic Feet
Creator
- From the Collection: National League of Professional Baseball Clubs (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum Archives Repository