1902-03 JAMES (JIMMY) McALEER MANAGER ST. LOUIS BROWNS BUTTON.
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Winning Bid:
$206.23
(Includes 18% Buyer's Premium)
Bidding Ended:
Tuesday, June 29, 2021 9:00:00 PM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Tuesday, June 29, 2021 9:00:00 PM)
Item Description
First example Hake's has offered. 1". Missing back paper for Steiner Engraving & Badge Co. of St. Louis, MO. McAleer served as the team's manager 1902-09 (and played for them in 1902 and 1907). He also played for the Cleveland Spiders 1889-98 and the Cleveland Blues in 1901. Aside from a few other stints as a manager, he was part owner of the Boston Red Sox from 1911-13. Today, he is most often remembered for initiating the customary request that the President of the United States throw out the first ball of the season. Metal back aged w/some oxidation and trace of age around rim. Front remains glossy. VF. Rare (see next lot for mate to this button). Paul Muchinsky Collection Book Example.
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