Thanks for sharing this, Paul.
I've often thought about this day, and how difficult it must have been for Lou Gehrig to speak in front of the Yankee faithful, not only because he knew that he was dying, but because he was an intensely private man. Being the center of attention likely made him uncomfortable, though at the same time, I'd imagine the outpouring of love from his fans must have been overwhelming. I've always held Lou Gehrig in the highest esteem. He was a class act, and his words here were eloquent, and courageous.
I saw something quite poignant on the back of the Gehrig 1934 Goudey card I want to buy at some point this spring, #37.
"I love the game of baseball, and hope to be in there batting them out for many years to come. Fortune has been kind to me..."
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