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Chief Bender and Chief Meyers at the World Series, 1911

Bender and fellow Native American, Chief Meyers, meet prior to the start of the 1911 World Series. Photograph is by George Grantham Bain. This was a famous scene of the two Native Americans shaking hands before the start of the game.

There is a second photo of the scene, also likely by Bain.

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Charles A. "Chief" Bender, Philadelphia Athletics and John T. "Chief" Meyers, New York Giants
Photographer/AgencyGeorge Grantham Bain's News ServiceImage Date1911Print DateOriginal print c. 1911Notes/Stampings on ReverseBain's Special Sporting Service stampLocationPolo Grounds in New York CityDimensions4.25 x 6.75 in.MediumPhotograph - gelatin silver printProvenanceCulver Pictures archiveStatusRetained in The Chapman Deadball CollectionShare