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B+W photo of Mayor John J. Grogan throwing a ceremonial pitch at the Little League Field, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1955-1960.
Photograph
Black-and-white photo of Mayor John J. Grogan throwing a ceremonial pitch at the Hoboken Little League Field, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1955-1960.
Digital image only. Original print 8" x 10". Information, if any, on reverse not known (not examined out of frame due to water damage and adhesion to glass.)
Grogan is seen with a young girl on crutches and a young black boy in Little League uniform from a team sponsored by H. Casolino Fuel Service. In the background is the Fifth Street Pier and Holland America Line. The view is looking northeast. Note the pitching rubber behind the girl. This places home plate near Fourth Street. At present the field is oriented with home plate near Fifth Street.
2005.087.0016
2005.087
Wassman, Vincent J.
Donation
Gift of Vincent J. Wassman.
n/a
1955 - 1960
Hoboken
Date: 1955-1960
Display Value: Fair Original or Copy: Digital Copy Status: OK Status By: dw Status Date: 2006-01-31