The theory I originally posted in 2007, though, is not too far-fetched. It appears that Connie Mack and Eddie Plank refused to endorse tobacco cards by not
having their image on them. Both are depicted on a number of E-cards in the early days (1909 - 1911). With the exception being the 1909 Ramly Plank.
Regarding the T206 Plank, my guess is that Plank issued a "cease and desist" order to ATC to remove his card.
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T206 REFERENCE....convenient access to T206 checklists
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