Sad Sam vs. Sad Sam
Please see photos of the earlier Sad Sam Jones (while playing for Boston), and "Toothpick" Sam Jones during his stint with the Cubs in the mid 1950's just for reference.
I also am including pictures of a game used ball with Toothpick Sam's John Handcock from his no hitter on May 12, 1955. I do not own this ball, but I saved the photo when this appeared on eBay within the last couple of years.
Here's a vintage album page of Toothpick Sam from my own personal collection.
I'd like to also mention that it been thought that "Toothpick" Sam was somewhat illiterate, adding to the mystery and scarcity of his signature compared to the earlier Samuel Pond Jones.
Last edited by Scott Garner; 11-16-2012 at 06:36 AM.
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