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1920s Wire Photo GEORGE EARNSHAW Athletics - An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued in the 1920's by Acme Newspictures depicting George Earnshaw of the Philadelphia Athletics.  The original press stamp, date and caption are on the reverse of this vintage photo measuring 6" x 8".  Earnshaw who was nicknamed Moose, teamed with Lefty Grove on Mack's Mighty Athletics to form the game's premier pitching duo for the years 1929-31 (79 wins by Grove, 67 by Earnshaw) with a league-high 24 in 1929.  Fine sepia image with superb contrast and clarity that highlights this beautiful photograph with rich tones and hues.

1923 Wire Photo YANKEE STADIUM's 1st WORLD SERIES GAME - An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued on October 10, 1923 depicting Game 1 of the 1923 Fall Classic, the ceremonial first pitch being tossed by Commissioner Kenesaw Mountain Landis (HOF) prior to the start of the Historical 1st World Series Game ever played on Yankee Stadium soil.  Landis was a federal judge and elected baseball's first commissioner in 1921 following the Black Sox's scandal. The original press stamp, date and caption are on the reverse of this vintage 6.5" x 8.5" photograph issued by Pacific & Atlantic Photos.  Fine sepia image with rich tones and hues.  An outstanding memento of the first of many World Series games to be played at the grand cathedral in the Bronx.

1925 Wire Photo EDD ROUCSH (HOF) Cincinnati Reds - An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued in 1925 by the National League Service Bureau depicting Cincinnati Reds star Edd Rousch.  The original press stamp, date and caption are on the reverse of this vintage photo measuring 5" x 7".  A rare period photograph of the Hall of Famer with rich tones/hues and superb contrast/clarity.

1928 Wire Photo BULLET JOE BUSH Philadelphia Athletics - An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued in 1928 by The American League Service Bureau and shot by the news service Underwood & Underwood depicting Joe Bush of the Philadelphia Athletics.  The original press stamp is on the reverse of this vintage photo measuring 5" x 7".  Fine image of Bullet Joe with superb contrast and clarity in his final season playing with the Athletics.

1929 Milwaukee Baseball Club Panoramic Team Photo (Framed) - The year was 1929, and the Milwaukee Baseball Club lined up to take their Spring Training team photo in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The panoramic photo, which measures 27"x7", depicts the players and contains text below detailing team/date information. Photo remains in stellar condition, with no notable wrinkles, folds, or tears apparent. Original/vintage frame measures 25"x9 ".

RARE 1930s LARGE Original BURKE Photo LUKE APPLING (HOF) Chicago White Sox - From a Collection of ORIGINAL Vintage 1920's-40's photographic works taken by George Burke, the brilliant early baseball photographer and one of the great masters in the history of baseball photography.  This is a rare large format, vintage, 1st generation original that is 60-80 years in age that was "hand-developed" by the master himself in his Chicago-based studio using his trademark matt finish photographic stock.  The photo carries his original studio stamp and/or filing number and hand markings.  Measuring 8"x 11", the large format Burke photographs were more expensive to produce than the smaller traditional 4" x 6" and hence more scarce today.  As one would expect with Burke's artistic works, superb contrast, clarity and exceptional detail highlights this beautiful photograph of the Hall-of-Famer.

1930s Original BURKE Photo Set of Photos, GORDON RHODES Philadelphia Athletics,  HARL MAGGERT Boston Braves, CHARLES ECHERT Detroit Tigers - From a Collection of ORIGINAL Vintage photographic works taken by George Burke, the brilliant early baseball photographer and one of the great masters in the history of baseball photography.  These are rare, vintage, 1st generation originals that are 60-80 years in age that were "hand-developed" by the master himself in his Chicago-based studio using his trademark matt finish photographic stock.  The photos carry his original studio stamp and/or filing number and hand markings.  Beautiful 4" x 6" sepia portraits shot by one of the best.  As one would expect with Burke's artistic works, superb contrast, clarity and exceptional detail highlights these beautiful photographs, which are in excellent condition with a flawless central images.

1934 Wire Photo BUCKY HARRIS (HOF) New Boston Red Sox Manager - An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued in March 1934 by International News Photos depicting the new Manager of the Boston Red Sox Bucky Harris with his aides Jack Onslaw and Tom Daley. The Original Press Stamp, Date and Caption are on the reverse of this Vintage photo measuring 6-1/2” x 8-1/2”.

1936 Wire Photo CONNIE MACK (HOF) Philadelphia Athletics GOLF - An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued on Jan. 21, 1936 by Wide World Photos depicting Connie Mack of the Philadelphia Athletics on the links.  The original press stamp, date and caption are on the reverse of this vintage photo measuring 7" x 9".  Fine image of Mack on the golf course.  

1937 Wire Photo NEW YORK GIANTS Action Photo - An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued on September 14, 1937 by International News Photos depicting the New York Giants in action against the Pittsburgh Pirates.  The original press stamp, date and caption are on the reverse of this vintage photo measuring 6.5" x 8.5".  The Giants pounded the Pirates that day 12-2. 

1938 Wire Photo CONNIE MACK (HOF) & A's Rookie SAM CHAPMAN - An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued on July 1, 1938 by The Associated Press depicting Connie Mack of the Philadelphia Athletics welcoming his new prized rookie, Sam Chapman who was a recommendation by Ty Cobb.  The original press stamp, date and caption are on the reverse of this vintage photo measuring 7" x 9".  Chapman would be the best offensive player for Mack in the 40's where the squads were a shadow of the mighty Athletics teams that Mack previously owned.  Fine period image with superb contrast and clarity.

1940's Wire Photo PAUL DERRINGER Chicago Cubs Pitcher - An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued in the 1940's by International News Photos the six-time All-Star Paul Derringer as a member of the Chicago Cubs. The Original Press Stamp is on the reverse of this Vintage photo measuring 6-1/2" x 8-1/2". Fine image of the four-time 20-game winner who also won 16 for the Cubbies in that season of 1945 when they captured the National League pennant.

1940's Original Photo JOE DiMAGGIO (HOF) with Young Black Fan - An ORIGINAL Vintage 1940's photograph depicting Joe DiMaggio of the New York Yankees with a young, African American baseball fan. Photo measuring 6-1/4" x 10" is most likely an unpublished image taken during spring training. Fine image of Joe D, who captured the hearts of youths everywhere.

1941 Wire Photo JOE DIMAGGIO (HOF) & HENRICH World Series HR - Death Blow to the Dodgers !   An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued on October 6, 1941 by International News Photos depicting Joe DiMaggio greeting Tommy Henrich as the latter slammed a home run in Game 5 to help the New York Yankees finish off the Brooklyn Dodgers that afternoon to capture the 1941 World Series.  The Original Press Stamp, Date and Caption are on the reverse of this Vintage photo measuring 8" x 10".  While DiMaggio and Henrich were the heroes of the 1941 Subway Series, the goat, catcher Mickey Owens (the infamous 'dropped third strike') is also pictured.

1947 Wire Photo JOE CRONIN (HOF) and LOU BOUDREAU (HOF) - An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued on May 26, 1947 by International News Photos depicting Mangers Joe Cronin of the Boston Red Sox and Lou Boudreau of the Cleveland Indians. The Original Press Stamp, Date and Caption are on the reverse of this Vintage photo measuring 6-1/2” x 8-1/2”.

1952 Wire Photo JOHNNY MIZE (HOF) Yankees WORLD SERIES HR - An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued by The United Press depicting Johnny Mize of the New York Yankees slamming a big home run against the Brooklyn Dodgers in the 1952 World Series.  The original press stamp, date and caption are on the reverse of this vintage photo measuring 8" x 10".  Superb contrast and clarity highlights this beautiful photograph of Mize admiring his blast as Roy Campanella watches the ball disappear into the Yankee Stadium sky.

1953 Original Photo BROOKLYN DODGERS Team - An outstanding ORIGINAL Vintage 1953 Photograph depicting the Brooklyn Dodgers squad.  The period 8" x 10" is a rare team photograph issued directly by the Dodgers club to the press for publication. A beautiful image of the Pennant winning squad including HOFers Jackie Robinson, Pee Wee Reese, Roy Campanella, Duke Snider, and other great players such as Gil Hodges and Carl Furillo.

1954 Wire Photo RALPH KINER (HOF) Weird Golf Shot - An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued on Nov. 16, 1954 by International News Photos depicting Ralph Kiner upon his announcement that he will be a member of the Cleveland Indians. The Original Press Stamp is on the reverse and the Date and Caption on the obverse of this Vintage photo measuring 8" x 10". Nice shot of Kiner with a makeshift Indian feathered headdress with his golf clubs upon the hearing of the news.

1954 Wire Photo LARRY DOBY (HOF) Sliding BEAUTY - An Outstanding ORIGINAL Wire Photo measuring 8-1/4" x 10" issued on May 22, 1954 by The Associated United Press depicting Hall of Famer Larry Doby of the Cleveland Indians sliding in a great action shot at home plate as he attempts to score against the Baltimore Orioles, the newest franchise in the League. The Indians would go on to win the Pennant.

1956 Wire Photo ENOS SLAUGHTER (HOF) Yankees - An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued on October 7, 1956 by International News Photos depicting New York Yankees slugger Enos Slaughter with his bats as he prepares for the Brooklyn Dodgers prior to the start of the World Series. The Original Press Stamp is on the reverse of this Vintage photo measuring approx. 6" x 9". A nice shot of the Hall of Famer with all that Yankee lumber.

1960s Original Photo GAYLORD PERRY (HOF) San Francisco Giants - An outstanding ORIGINAL snapshot taken and issued by noted sports photographer Malcolm Emmons.  Considered to be one of the best sports photographers of his generation, Emmons' works are among the finest with numerous images used in countless books, newspapers, manuscripts and other publications including the Sporting News, Sports, and Sports Illustrated.  The original studio photographer's stamp is on the reverse of this photo measuring approx. 10" x 8".  Superb contrast and clarity highlights the shot of Perry caught in the process of unleashing a pitch.

1962 Original Photo CELTICS & JFK in White House - An ORIGINAL Vintage circa 1962 photograph depicting a classic shot of the World Champion Boston Celtics at the White House posing with President John F.  Kennedy in the Oval Room.  The vintage 8" x 10" 1st generation silver gelatin is from the collection of Bob Cousy, which was auctioned by SportsCards Plus.  A rare image with superb contrast and clarity with Red Auerbach, John Havlicek and Bob Cousy and teammates.  Comes with certification from Henry Yee.

SUPERB 1970 Wire Photo BALTIMORE ORIOLES Team CHAMPS - An Outstanding ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued by the United Press on October 12, 1970 depicting the World Champion Baltimore Orioles team. The Original Press Stamp, Date and Caption are on the reverse of this Vintage photo measuring 8" x 10". Superb contrast, clarity and detail right down to the facial features of the players. "True" vintage original wire photos of Championship teams are only getting rarer and you might not see another.

1971 Wire Photo HANK AARON (HOF) Braves Homerun #599 - An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued on April 26, 1971 by The United Press depicting Hank Aaron of the Atlanta Braves launching his 599th Career Home Run. The Original Press Stamp is on the reverse and the Date and Caption on the obverse of this Vintage sepia-tint photo measuring 8" x 10". Great shot of County Stadium and the Braves Mascot Chief Nokahoma dancing around his teepee in the background.

1979 Wire Photo LARRY BIRD Indiana State - An ORIGINAL Wire Photo issued on March 7, 1979 by The Associated Press depicting a beautiful shot of  a young Larry Bird as a collegiate star at Indiana State.  The original press stamp, date and caption are on the reverse of this vintage photo measuring 8" x 10".  Nice early image of Bird who was a star at State but became a HOFer as a member of the Boston Celtics.

1980’s Original Photo KIRBY PUCKETT (HOF) Twins BEAUTY ! - An Outstanding ORIGINAL Vintage 1980’s Photograph taken by noted sports photographer Ira Golden (Sports and Sports Illustrated) depicting a fantastic shot of a young Kirby Puckett of the Minnesota Twins. Original photographer’s markings on back of this great photo measuring 8” x 10” featuring Puckett watching one fly.