David Danforth Scrapbook : scrapbook, 1911 - 1970.

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David Danforth Scrapbook : scrapbook, 1911 - 1970.

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A collection of photocopied newspaper articles on the baseball career of David Danforth. Includes his obituary and a copy of his contract with the Columbus Baseball Club in 1920.

Processed : 1 folder ; (32 pages).

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National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum

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