Two vintage 1908 typed press releases from Albert Spalding regarding the death of his friend and fellow baseball pioneer Henry Chadwick which had just occurred the day before. These were found tucked inside the personal 1908 scrapbook of Hall of Famer Charles Comiskey. The first mentions it was sent from James E. Sullivan and he as informed the White Sox of Albert Spalding being notified of Chadwick's death and his wish that Mrs. Chadwick be seen at once and that plans be taken for tributes to the "Grand Old Man." The second typed letter is Albert Spalding's official statement regarding the life of his friend that would be published. This is a possibly unique pair of items relating to the death of the first great baseball pioneer and the sentiments are from one of the most influential players and innovators in the history of baseball. Offered here for the first time ever!

Size: 5.25x8
Designation: Letters
Condition: 5/5
Quality: 5/5
Overall Grade: 10/10