Jamie, I think you hit the nail on the head. They were strong/polular players circa 1909-1911 (warranting 3+ poses), then either petered-out, declined, got injured, died (maybe I'm exaggerating), or got thrown out of the game. We know, for instance, Hal Chase would've very likely been a HOFer, but gamblers got to him first.
Cool thread, I'll try to post a few cards later tonight.
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