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Posted By: Ted Zanidakis

The ear characteristics are the best match we have here. I would say this semi-profile angle is throwing off
those who are dismissing this pix because of the nose. A person's nose changes as they age; however, ears
form shortly after birth and never change (given no injuries).

The presence of the catcher's mitt is a positive indicator in favor of this being Ruth. Brother Mathias had Ruth
playing on the St Mary's varsity team when Ruth was only 10 years old. Ruth played all positions and was also
their catcher. Perhaps, Ruth in this picture is closer to age 10, than 15 (as I have noted).

TED Z