Need help identifying a 1909 Obak player

[Vintagecatcher]

Below is a scan of a R. Williams 1909 Obak.

In 1909, there were 2 players with the last name of Williams playing for the San Francisco Seals.

Jimmy Williams played outfield, and Nick Williams played catcher, 1st, 3rd, and outfield...but no R. Williams played for the Seals.

Is it safe to assume that this card shows a catcher, and, therefore, actually shows Nick Williams?

I'm also interested in whether this card shows a catcher or is the player wearing a 1st baseman's glove?

Any feedback is greatly appreciated. I'm trying to determine whether I should pursue this card for my catcher collection.


Thanks in advance,

Patrick

[Jay Wolt]

It is Nick Williams, as his given name is Richard.

http://www.baseball-reference.com/mi...d=willia011ric

[Vintagecatcher]

Jay,

Thanks for the quick response and link!

Any thoughts or whether the card shows a catcher or a 1st baseman?

Thanks again,


Patrick

[Jacklitsch]

Yes. In 1909 and 1910 he was a catcher.

1904 23 Seattle PCL A none P
1905 24 Seattle, San Francisco PCL A none P
1906 25 San Francisco PCL A none 1B
1907 26 San Francisco PCL A none 1B
1908 27 San Francisco PCL A none 1B
1909 28 San Francisco PCL A none C
1910 29 San Francisco PCL A none C
7 Seasons
1B (3 seasons) 1B
C (2 seasons) C
P (2 seasons) P