[Obituary scrapbook, 1902-1964, (bulk 1902)].

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[Obituary scrapbook, 1902-1964, (bulk 1902)].

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The Pud Galvin Obituary Scrapbook includes newspaper clippings of his death in 1902, retrospective and historical articles on his career, and other sundry clippings. Of primary note are the numerous obituaries from unidentified newspapers, presumably from Pittsburgh. These obituaries recount his career and efforts to raise money for his burial. Articles about his career include his two no-hitters, his home run and shut out in a game vs. Boston, and other prominent events. Also included are clippings about Ireland's Aonach Thaillteainn games, boxing, and other events in Pittsburgh.

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Galvin, Pud, 1856-1902.

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Born James F. Galvin in St. Louis' Irish neighborhood, "Pud,," or Jimmy, was one of the finest right-handed pitchers of the 19th Century. In 14 major league seasons, Galvin won 361 games and lost 308. With the Buffalo Bisons of the National League, Galvin won 46 games in 1883 and 1884. In 1885, Galvin moved to Pittsburgh where he played with that city's National League and Players League teams until 1892. Penniless when he died, Pittsburgh newspapers supported efforts to raise money for his buri...