My new favorite photo.

[ethicsprof]

A magnificent photo, Mark.
There is something especially transcendental about it, particularly with respect to its simplicity.
No pomp here, just the hearts and admiration of Gehrig's best fans.
In a similar vein, I was impressed with the simplicity of the accoutrements used for the viewing. No need for ostentatious elements when such integrity and
character is present.
many thanks for sharing,
all the best,
barry

[frankbmd]

Great photo.

Poignant with a touch of humor (hidden ball and gloves)

Reminds my of something Norman Rockwell could have drawn for The Saturday Evening Post.

[ruth-gehrig]

I agree with everything already said about how powerful the picture is! It really says alot. Now in the first picture Gehrig is clearly not in the casket that Babe is viewing him in. Hell it doesn't even look like Gehrig is in a casket with the boys looking on.

[Lordstan]

It appears he is lying on a bed of some sort. I don't have it in hand to see if there is any more info or slug describing the scene. When I get it, I'll update the info.

[jgmp123]

Assuming its two different scenes...a viewing and the funeral.

[milkit1]

great photo mark! The closest thing I have is this photo from Hal Chase's funeral and a photo of some players standing around Hughie Jennings grave. Im strangely fascinated by this depressing photos and I think this Rube Waddell one takes the cake.

hal chase pic 3.jpg

jwnnings grave.jpg

waddell.jpg

[mcgwirecom]

I really like the photos. I have a copy of the Ruth viewing Gehrig. I think they are great, but they are also something I doubt they would ever show in this day.