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August "Garry" Herrmann papers
Collection
Identifier: BA MSS 012
Abstract
This collection contains the papers of August "Garry" Herrmann who was President of the Cincinnati Reds and Chairman of the National Commission during the years 1902-1927. Herrmann's papers consist of correspondence, newspaper articles, contracts, ledgers, maps, blueprints, drawings, and memorabilia which offer insight into the operations of an early twentieth-century baseball club and the first ruling government of baseball. Although Herrmann is regarded as a peacemaker and the father of...
Dates:
1887-1938
Clark Griffith letters
Collection
Identifier: BA MSS 028
Abstract
Correspondence chiefly addressed to, and written by, Clark Griffith regarding the extension of Happy Chandler as commissioner of baseball in 1951. A petition in favor of Chandler signed by baseball fans and players is included along with newspaper articles on the subject.
Dates:
1949-1951
Dale Shellman interview collection
Collection
Identifier: BA RMA 0031
Abstract
The collection contains audio interviews conducted by Dale Shellman with a variety of baseball players, managers and others associated with the game. The recordings are on micro audiocassettes. The interviews were most likely conducted in the mid-1980s.
Dates:
circa 1985
Office of the Commissioner Fan Mail collection
Collection
Identifier: BA MSS 031
Abstract
This collection contains fan mail received by the Office of the Commissioner of Major League Baseball between 1990 and 1992. Fay Vincent was the commissioner during this time. The themes that received the most attention from fans were the potential move and/or sale of the Seattle franchise, the debate surrounding Pete Rose and "Shoeless" Joe Jackson, the reinstatement of George Steinbrenner, and the potential move and/or sale of the San Francisco franchise. Other subjects included are...
Dates:
1990-1992
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