Mitt Collection (#2)

"Mitt: A Timeless Symbol of America's Favorite Pastime" From the legendary Satchel Paige to the iconic Ted Williams

Mitt Collection: (1887-1946). American professional baseball player. Getting a hit, c1922

(1887-1946). American professional baseball player. Getting a hit, c1922
WALTER PERRY JOHNSON (1887-1946). American professional baseball player. Getting a hit, c1922

BASEBALL MITT, c1900. Contemporary line engraving

Mitt Collection: Jennie Yeamans as Mitt Jennie Yeamans as Mitt

Jennie Yeamans as Mitt Jennie Yeamans as Mitt
Jennie Yeamans as Mitt. Date c1879

CHRISTOPHER MATHEWSON (1882-1925). Known as Christy. American baseball pitcher

WALTER JOHNSON (1887-1946). American professional baseball player. Pitching in 1925

Mitt Collection: DIZZY DEAN (1911-1974). Jay Hanna Dean, known as Dizzy. American baseball player

DIZZY DEAN (1911-1974). Jay Hanna Dean, known as Dizzy. American baseball player. Photographed in the late 1920s in San Antonio, Texas

Mitt Collection: TRIS SPEAKER (1888-1958). American baseball player. Photographed 1916-26 as a member of

TRIS SPEAKER (1888-1958). American baseball player. Photographed 1916-26 as a member of the Cleveland Indians

SILENT FILM STILL: SPORTS. Wallace Beery in the title role of Casey at the Bat, 1927

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"Mitt: A Timeless Symbol of America's Favorite Pastime" From the legendary Satchel Paige to the iconic Ted Williams, baseball has seen its fair share of remarkable players. As we delve into the world of mitts, we uncover a rich tapestry that intertwines history and passion. In a captivating image frozen in time, Ted Williams stands at bat against the New York Yankees during a spring training exhibition game. His focus is unwavering as he prepares to swing his bat with precision and power. Behind home plate, catcher Elston Howard watches intently, his trusty mitt ready for any challenge that may come his way. The essence of vintage baseball paraphernalia comes alive as carefully painted light illuminates gloves and balls laid out meticulously. These relics tell stories of countless games played on dusty fields under sunny skies—a testament to the enduring spirit of America's beloved sport. Traveling back in time, Dorothea Lange captures rural filling stations near Chapel Hill, North Carolina in 1939. Once mere pit stops for fuel, these humble establishments have transformed into community centers where locals gather—perhaps sharing tales about their favorite mitts or discussing unforgettable plays from recent matches. Syrena Swanson's photograph takes us further back to 1938 when a young player proudly displays his well-worn mitt—the embodiment of dreams and aspirations shared by generations past. Meanwhile, Roy Campanella's catchers mitt from around 1950 serves as a reminder of how this essential piece of equipment can shape careers and become an extension of one's skillset. Baseball transcends time and social boundaries; it unites people across all walks of life. An Ivy League College Game captured in vibrant color lithography transports us to the roaring twenties when students showcased their prowess on prestigious fields while donning their cherished mitts. Delving even deeper into history brings us face-to-face with boys playing street baseball in the 1920s.