Baseball Hall of Fame | Letters
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JAMES "COOL PAPA" BELL - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 287192Letter signed by James "Cool Papa" Bell, expressing dissatisfaction about not receiving payment for items sold in his name. It includes his message regarding misquotations and expectations of compensation. Accompanied by an unsigned commemorative booklet celebrating his life.Price: $460.00
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YOGI BERRA - PRINTED LETTER SIGNED IN INK 02/07/1964 - HFSID 269523Partly printed letter signed by Yogi Berra in blue ink, dated February 7, 1964. Addressed to the News Syndicate Co., Inc., it grants consent for use of his name and likeness for promotional purposes. Berra is a noted baseball Hall of Famer.Price: $500.00
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LOU BROCK - TYPED LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 284547Typed letter signed by Lou Brock, dated December 12, 1990, discusses a color copier for marketing. Sent on Brockworld letterhead to a business associate, it includes details about the merchandise program titled "MY FAVORITE SUPERSTAR AND ME."Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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ALBERT B. "HAPPY" CHANDLER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 05/16/1957 - HFSID 346138Typed letter signed by Albert B. Chandler sent to Governor Edmund Muskie on May 16, 1957. The letter expresses warm regards and wishes for a rewarding meeting. Chandler, a former Governor of Kentucky and Commissioner of Baseball, supports integration.Price: $200.00
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ALBERT B. "HAPPY" CHANDLER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/20/1945 - HFSID 343923Typed letter signed by Albert B. "Happy" Chandler, the MLB Commissioner, is addressed to Captain Ward, expressing warm good wishes and including his autograph. Dated November 20, 1945, the letter is typed on Baseball letterhead.Price: $180.00
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JOE CRONIN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 09/29/1981 - HFSID 290887Handwritten letter signed: "Joe Cronin", dated September 29, 1981, expresses Cronin's criticism of the split season concept in baseball. Addressed to "Dear Richard", it discusses the potential issues with playoff representation. Cronin was a notable baseball figure and Hall of Famer.Sale Price $295.00
$360.00
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JOE CRONIN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 05/04/1959 - HFSID 87059Typed letter signed by Joe Cronin, dated May 4, 1959, addressed to Calvin R. Griffith, President of the Washington Baseball Club. Mentioning enclosed telegrams sent to players Ramos and Romonosky, it highlights Cronin's role as American League President.Sale Price $250.00
$320.00
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JOE CRONIN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 05/16/1961 - HFSID 87060Typed letter signed by Joe Cronin dated May 16, 1961, sent to Miss Vivian Hallow of the Minnesota Twins. It forwards a copy of the American League Constitution and expresses gratitude for newspaper clippings, highlighting women's importance as baseball fans.Price: $500.00
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JOE CRONIN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/02/1959 - HFSID 143945Typed letter signed by Joe Cronin, dated November 2, 1959, on letterhead of The American League of Professional Baseball Clubs, addressed to Calvin R. Griffith. The letter discusses an enclosed report from George Trautman, sending personal regards.Sale Price $345.00
$420.00
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WILLIAM HARRIDGE - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 09/17/1952 - HFSID 87261Letter signed by Will Harridge, President of the American League, dated September 17, 1952, addressed to Clark Griffith. The letter references an article by Dave Egan, emphasizing Harridge's connection to baseball history.Price: $220.00
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HARRY HOOPER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER ON CHRISTMAS / HOLIDAY CARD SIGNED CIRCA 1970 - HFSID 101496Letter signed by Harry Hooper on a Christmas card, addressed to "Dear Mark & All", updating the recipient on his activities. Accompanied by an addressed envelope in Hooper's handwriting. Includes personal anecdotes and holiday wishes. Two items included.Sale Price $385.00
$460.00
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WAITE HOYT - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 100537Letter from Waite C. Hoyt, signed with "Waite C Hoyt" and "W H", responding to Duke Holt about a photograph and requesting a ball from his victories. Hoyt expresses regret about not having victory balls and offers to send another picture.Price: $340.00
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WAITE HOYT - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 01/06/1966 - HFSID 124873Letter signed by Waite C. Hoyt, dated January 6, 1966, on personal stationery. The letter discusses travel plans to Florida, including accommodations. Hoyt, a former Major League pitcher for the Yankees, was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1969.Price: $380.00
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WAITE HOYT - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 06/20/1970 - HFSID 174471Letter. Signed by Waite C. Hoyt, this one-page typed letter discusses photographs related to his pitching in the 1921 World Series, mentioning the New York Yankees' uniform details. Hoyt was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1969.Price: $380.00
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WAITE HOYT - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 07/07/1977 - HFSID 265266Typed letter signed by Waite Hoyt, dated July 7, 1977, discussing his indecision about attending old timers day. Hoyt expresses his feelings about family obligations and the perception of past Yankees players. Hoyt, a Hall of Fame pitcher, reflects on nostalgia.Price: $500.00
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AL "MR. TIGER" KALINE - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 06/03/1975 - HFSID 252861Letter signed by Al Kaline, dated June 3, 1975, expressing regret for not participating in the Yankees Old Timers' Game due to a business trip. Accompanied by a copy of the invitation letter from Martin E. Appel.Sale Price $495.00
$600.00
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RALPH KINER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 01/15/1957 - HFSID 158926Letter signed by Ralph Kiner, typed on San Diego Baseball Club letterhead in 1957, thanking a recipient for comments on the "Groucho Marx" show. Kiner signed as General Manager of the San Diego Padres, using blue ink.Price: $280.00
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LEE S. MACPHAIL JR. - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 04/21 - HFSID 305859Letter detailing impressions of six decades of baseball commissioners, signed by Lee S. MacPhail, Jr. as "L. M.". Discussing figures like Kenesaw Mountain Landis and Peter Ueberroth, it offers significant insights into baseball's leadership history.Sale Price $545.00
$650.00
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LEE S. MACPHAIL JR. - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 09/09/2005 - HFSID 275146Typed letter signed: "Lee MacPhail", dated September 9, 2005, discussing the famous "pine tar" game ruling. MacPhail explains the intent behind the pine tar rule, reflecting on the incident's implications for baseball. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1998.Sale Price $485.00
$575.00
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PHIL RIZZUTO - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 323368Letter signed by Phil Rizzuto, written on personal stationary, includes his signature and the phrase "Holy Cow" in blue ink. The letter addresses a fan and expresses appreciation, mentioning two photos sent in exchange.Price: $200.00
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MIKE SCHMIDT - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 01/31/1983 - HFSID 45291Letter signed by Mike Schmidt, dated January 31, 1983, addressed to Bill Dooly & Friends. Schmidt expresses disappointment over not making the playoffs and conveys anticipation for the upcoming season, highlighting a desire to win the World Championship for Philadelphia.Price: $160.00
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JOE SEWELL - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 100540Autograph letter signed: "Joe Sewall", replying to a request for an autograph picture. He expresses goodwill in the letter. Joe Sewell played for the Cleveland Indians and New York Yankees, achieving a lifetime batting average of .312.Price: $200.00
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BILL VEECK - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 08/01/1978 - HFSID 164444Letter signed by Bill Veeck, written on Chicago White Sox stationery dated August 1, 1978. Addressed to Mr. Gary Zimet, it discusses staffing issues and expresses gratitude for interest in the team. Veeck is a Hall of Fame baseball executive.Sale Price $725.00
$850.00
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GEORGE M. WEISS - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 05/15/1939 - HFSID 171239Letter written by George M. Weiss, discussing agreements for signing college ballplayers, signed in ink as Vice President of the Newark International Baseball Club. Dated May 15, 1939, and addressed to "To All Scouts."Price: $420.00
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ZACK WHEAT - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED CIRCA 1960 - HFSID 255028Letter signed by Zach Wheat, providing encouragement to an aspiring young baseball player. Dated circa 1960, the letter expresses support for Billy's dreams of becoming a professional player. Wheat's signature is on a letter discussing his own baseball experiences.Sale Price $345.00
$420.00
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TED WILLIAMS - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 01/23/1967 - HFSID 254871Typed letter signed: "Ted W", dated January 23, 1967, is addressed to Fred Corcoran, discussing participation in the Tony Lema Memorial Tournament. The letter expresses Williams' lack of interest in playing, while accompanying correspondence provides context regarding the invitation.Sale Price $625.00
$750.00

