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Lot # 151: 1920 Robert Dorr, "The Groundskeeper Who Planted Ivy at Wrigley Field" Signed Cubs Paycheck

Starting Bid: $25.00

Bids: 11 (Bid History)

Time Left: Auction closed

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Item was in Auction "May Collectors Auction 2025",
which ran from 5/12/2025 2:00 PM to
5/31/2025 8:00 PM



1920 Payroll check from the Chicago Cubs and made out to groundskeeper Robert "Bobby" Dorr. He lived at Wrigley field in a little house and took care of the grounds for decades. His greatest claim to fame is that he is the man who first planted the ivy along the brick walls that has now become one of the most iconic features of any ballpark in baseball history. The check is also signed by team President William Veeck and it presents in great shape, signed on the back by Dorr!

Size: 3.75x8.25
Designation: Check
Condition: 4.5/5
Quality: 5/5
Overall Grade: 9.5/10

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