Eddie Collins in Waxahachie, Texas,

Eddie Collins in Waxahachie, Texas,

Hall of Fame second baseman Eddie Collins is depicted in the outfield of Jungle Park in Waxahachie in Spring Training 1921 with the Chicago White Sox. Of particular note is the tower of the Ellis County courthouse visible to the side of Collins’ left arm. Collins is standing in the outfield of Jungle Park, now Richards Park.

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Eddie Collins, Chicago White Sox

Photographer/AgencyUnknownImage Date1921Slide DateOriginal slide c. 1921LocationJungle Park in Waxahachie, TexasDimensions3.25 x 4 in.MediumGlass plate negative lantern slideProvenanceUnknownStatusRetained in The Chapman Deadball CollectionShare