Gardella case - Motion to Dismiss, 1948 July 13
Scope and Contents
This collection contains correspondence and legal documents of five separate lawsuits relating to the reserve clause. There were four against Happy Chandler, Commissioner of Baseball, American and National League presidents and the president of the National Association of Baseball Leagues. One lawsuit was against the New York Yankees. The four lawsuits against Chandler were filed by Danny Cordella, Fred Martin & Max Lanier, Jack Corbett & El Paso Baseball Club and Walter Kowalski. The NY Yankees were sued by George Toolson.
Dates
- 1948 July 13
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: 1.04 Linear Feet (in 3 document boxes)
From the Collection: 1.15 Cubic Feet
Repository Details
Part of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum Archives Repository