1930s George Burke Photo Cards

[paul]

Leon,

Is your Maranville significantly smaller than the wide pen and fine pen premiums from the era? If so, I have a Ruth from the same set (in a Yankee uniform, but he is aging -- maybe 1934). It has the same white signature as yours, and even has a backstamp with the same font, though the number is 520Y. I've also seen a Gehrig. I thought Ruth and Gehrig were the only two from the set. I've never heard of any connection to Burke. What leads you to believe your Maranville was produced by Burke?

Paul

[Leon]

Yes, it is smaller.
That is how it was described in the listing from one of the most experienced collectors I know. That said, everyone can make mistakes. I was hoping someone would chime in about having others like this. It's on photo type stock.

Originally Posted by paul

Leon,

Is your Maranville significantly smaller than the wide pen and fine pen premiums from the era? If so, I have a Ruth from the same set (in a Yankee uniform, but he is aging -- maybe 1934). It has the same white signature as yours, and even has a backstamp with the same font, though the number is 520Y. I've also seen a Gehrig. I thought Ruth and Gehrig were the only two from the set. I've never heard of any connection to Burke. What leads you to believe your Maranville was produced by Burke?

Paul

[Schlesinj]

I have a similar type number on the back of a type 2 photo from Burke (Brace) recreation. I can look for one at some point and post it. Mine does not have the signature.

[jeffmohler]

Ki Ki Cuyler and Moe Berg - I really love Type 1 Burkes signed during the player's career in fountain pen

[Schlesinj]

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[MJRaider]

If anyone has any Greenbergs, please let me know.

[Lucas00]

Here Is one Of Leo "Red" Miller. Leo Pitched a single inning for the Phillies in his entire major league career, for the 1923 Phillies. I believe he may have been called back by the Phillies as some sort of coach in the late 20s (As he is shown here) A very early Burke shot.