Rev. G. Richard McKelvey papers
Scope and Contents
The letters and questionnaires gives the reader the perspective on a variety of topics from those who are involved in Major League Baseball, such as players and executives. Replies were received from such notables as Bowie Kuhn, Bud Selig, Early Wynn, Enos Slaughter, Bob Lemon, and many more. Some chose to give no comment but simply sent an autograph. The author’s April 1995 tickets for NY Yankee and Blue Jay games of what were to be for opening day but delayed due to the strike are included in this collection.
Dates
- 1920-2004
Creator
- McKelvey, G. Richard, 1935-2009 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
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Conditions Governing Use
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Biographical / Historical
Dick’s passion for sporting memorabilia developed in his childhood and he left behind him a sporting legacy both in the school where he taught and coached, and in eight books on American sport. Known affectionately as “Rev” on the campus, Dick’s Deerfield years were probably most marked by his love of coaching including basketball and a special 22 years varsity baseball coach. His passion for baseball began as a collector at the age of 14 and ended in efforts even during his illness to complete his eighth book as a collector and historian. While his interest was primarily from a scholarly perspective, he joined the many local fans in cheering on the Red Sox.
Extent
.42 Linear Feet (in 1 document box)
.37 Cubic Feet
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
A collection of correspondence and questionnaires created by Rev. G. Richard McKelvey and used in the writing of his baseball books.
Arrangement
The material in this collection is arranged by publication.
Physical Location
Manuscript Archives, Aisle 10, Range c, Shelf 2
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift (BL-349-2014)
Appraisal
No materials were removed during accessioning or processing.
Separated Materials
Photographs are separated to the Photo Archives.
BA MSS 329 Baseball Ticket collection
NY Yankee game tickets, April 12-13, 1995
Toronto Blue Jays game ticket, April 3, 1995
Processing Information
Items were placed in acid-free folders and in a document box.
Creator
- McKelvey, G. Richard, 1935-2009 (Person)
- Title
- Guide to the Rev. G. Richard McKelvey papers
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Claudette Scrafford, Manuscript Archivist
- Date
- September 2014
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum Archives Repository