Correspondence, to and from John Tener, John Heydler, 1916-1919
Scope and Contents
This collection is primarily comprised of correspondence between the members of the National Commission, their attorneys and baseball club presidents. Correspondence subjects range from attorney fees, affidavits, player contracts and court proceeding preparations. Also included are the National Agreement with revisions, Cincinnati Peace Agreement and Major-Minor League Agreement. Court transcripts of 1919 of opening statements, direct and cross-examinations, Court of Appeals transcripts, individual affidavits of 1915.
Dates
- 1916-1919
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: 4.13 Linear Feet (in 8 document boxes and 1 flat box)
From the Collection: 3.77 Cubic Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum Archives Repository