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Chicago Cubs Barnstorming in Henry ILL., 1914

This image is from a Chicago Cubs barnstorming trip to Henry, Illinois in 1914 where they played the local team after parading through town in open automobiles.

Note the ball in flight a few feet from the pitcher’s hand.

Ball in flight

Also note the tiny bear cub, the team’s mascot, down the third base line.

Bear cub, team mascot
Chicago Cubs barnstorming in Henry, Illinois
Photographer/IssuerDanielsYear1914Item Size3.5 x 5.5Item TypeReal Photo PostcardShare