12-15-2022, 09:54 AM
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Dave
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Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: CT
Posts: 6,166
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Hankphenom
"June 30, 1846. Mr Cartwright, c/o New York Knickerbockers Base Ball Club: Dear Sir, Although we don't have base ball yet here in the Midwest, I have heard about it and it sounds like a great game for the youth of America. To introduce the Illinois area to this pastime, I would very much appreciate your sending me the ball used in your recent game against the New Yorks signed by the members of your team. Perhaps some day I will be in a position to return the favor. Sincerely, A. Lincoln." Estimate, ball and letter, $1,000-$5,000." COA, Coaches Corner.
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Fantastic! 
Don't be surprised if they lift this from this thread and use it for their next blockbuster auction.
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