Scrapbook by Baseball Player James "Deacon" White, 1871-1872
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Artifact Overview
James "Deacon" White was a prominent baseball player from the 1860s to the 1880s. The future hall of famer created this scrapbook during his time playing for the Cleveland Forest Citys. White is believed to be the first player to receive a "most valuable player" award (in 1875 with Boston), and is also credited with being the first player to use a catcher's mask in game play.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Scrapbook
Date Made
1871-1872
Subject Date
1871-1872
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2007.16.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Dimensions
Height: 7.75 in
Width: 6.5 in
Depth: 0.25 in
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