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Eddie Collins – Abilene, Texas, 1914

Eddie Collins – Abilene, Texas, 1914

2 - Real Photo Postcards, Eddie Collins, Hall of FamersSeptember 12, 2020

In 1914 the Philadelphia Athletics passed through Abilene, Texas on their way back from a western tour prior to the season. Eddie Collins is seen a the bat against a local team of bankers. It was a regular occurrence in the Deadball Era for Major League teams to play exhibition games against a local team.

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Eddie Collin in Abilene, Texas
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Photographer/IssuerCosbyYear1914Image Size3.5 x 5.5Item TypeReal Photo PostcardShare

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