March 21, 1895, Philadelphia—Walther Boeselager unlocked the gate to the side entrance, and a group of men armed with suitcases and bags walked through. Karl stood next to Walther and paid attention to the smiles and the hands that shifted their flat caps so they could look up at the facade. “It’s finally happening,” Moriarty…
Karl and Walther Boeselager walked through North Philadelphia along Jefferson Street. It was noisy as the three-story buildings surrounding the road trapped the sounds of horse-drawn carts on cobblestone and the chatter of hundreds of people who had just finished their shifts or came from school. The Boeselagers arrived at Jefferson Street Grounds and bought…
It was a wonderful April day in Philadelphia, the kind that made you believe in fresh starts. The sun bathed the cobblestone streets in a golden hue, and a light breeze carried the mingling scents of blooming flowers and freshly poured beer from the German Corner Pub’s brand-new Biergarten. The first week of warmth and…
The sea was calm for once. The Atlantic Ocean was rough, the waves shaking the cruiser around like a child trying to get sounds from a rattle in the past days. But today, the sails moved gently with the wind. Passengers walked on the deck, chatted, or just enjoyed the view and fresh air. Who…
Publication Title REPORT OF THE UNITED STATES COMMISSION OF INVESTIGATION UPON THE “BROOKLYN SEVEN SCANDAL.” AUGUST 19, 1904 Category Proceedings of Congress and General Congressional Publications Collection Additional Government PublicationsCongressional Record (Bound Edition) Publication Name Congressional Record (Bound Edition) SuDoc Class Number X 1.1: Date Issued August 19th, 1904 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICEWashington, D.C., August 19,…
By Steve Meyers Date: May 13, 1901, 9:00 AM The poorly lit locker room was the site of the Bakers team meeting. The players were scattered around the rectangular room in a U shape. Julien Henri stood at the front and prepared to address the team. A visual aid consisting of one large wooden chalkboard…
Transcript: MEMORANDUM: RESPONSE TO MADIGAN HALL PROPOSAL 1901.1: FRANCHISE CAP AMENDMENT In response to the posting of Proposal 1901.1 at Madigan Hall, for review preceding vote in general assembly at the 1901 Winter Meetings, let the following be known: The Player’s Union accepts the salary cap, as expressed in the board-approved Proposal 1901.1, set at…
Written by Steve M. “The bakery has seen an increase in sales for this past quarter. It’s a testament to the dedication and hard work of everyone in this room. And, of course, the women who are not present with us this afternoon. They will be vital to the success of the bakery while the…
Last Saturday afternoon, several witnesses reported a meeting near Madigan House, Manhattan, where several distinguished legacy league ballplayers held conference in the basement of The Headwaters Hotel. Rumors report household names like Danny Edgerton (Philadelphia) and Ricky McCoy (Detroit) in attendance. The rumor of the player gathering drew a small crowd to the event, where…
Written by Drew V. The life work of sporting enthusiast and Superior Court Judge Jacob Cartwright, the Providence angels are a successful and strait-laced ballclub who play in the scenic center of Roger Williams Park on “Angel Island.” A successful lawyer, respected judge and soft-spoken Roman Catholic deacon, Jacob Cartwright purchased the center of Roger…