Complimentary ticket holders, 1874-1879, undated
Series Description
This subseries includes a legal document relating to an 1876 contract dispute with George Wright, who had been paid by Boston, but wanted the option of playing for another team instead. Also of interest is an 1875 document entitled “Fair Field and No Favor,” which is apparently the first draft of a handbill to be distributed at games, extolling the virtues of fair play towards the visiting team. This subseries also includes a handwritten 1878 schedule, treasurer’s reports, stockholder lists, and other administrative documents.
Dates
- Creation: 1874-1879, undated
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.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 0.83 Linear Feet (In two legal five-inch document boxes)
Full Extent
From the Collection: 0.92 Cubic Feet
Repository Details
Part of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum Archives Repository