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Mordecai Brown, c. 1909

Nice image of Mordecai Brown from the collection of the Chicago Daily News circa 1909. Brown’s mangled pitching hand is clearly visible. Also of note is the phrase printed on the ballpark wall “Please do not throw bottles”, it was an interesting age!

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Mordecai "Three Finger" Brown, Chicago Cubs
Photographer/AgencyChicago Daily NewsImage Datec. 1909Print DateOriginal print c. 1940sNotes/Stampings on ReversePublication notesLocationWest Side Grounds in ChicagoDimensions8 x 10 in.MediumPhotograph - gelatin silver later printProvenanceUnknownStatusRetained in The Chapman Deadball CollectionShare