Does anyone recognize this autograph?

[r2678]

I've had this for a number of years. Can't remember where I got it, though. Always believed it to be a baseball auto. To me, the last name looks like Tripp. I found a J. P. Tripp and a Solly Trip from the turn of the century. Other players named Tripp are modern. Anyone have a guess? Thanks.

[Runscott]

Originally Posted by r2678

I've had this for a number of years. Can't remember where I got it, though. Always believed it to be a baseball auto. To me, the last name looks like Tripp. I found a J. P. Tripp and a Solly Trip from the turn of the century. Other players named Tripp are modern. Anyone have a guess? Thanks.

Looks like 'Fr Silsby Tripp' to me (Fr is either Frank or Father)

[drc]

Looks like Gripp to me, which interestingly was one of my grandmother's maiden name. It's Swedish.

[Michael B]

How about this: Frank Silsby TRIPP was born on 12 Sep 1857 in Cincinnati, OH.

[r2678]

I saw that but the info doesn't lead anywhere. Would have to find someone who knows Ohio baseball. Local star? Team official? Maybe I may ask about the name on the vintage memorabilia forum.

[r2678]

I thank everyone for their help.