Oral history interview with Bennie Bengough, 1963 Sept. 28.

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Oral history interview with Bennie Bengough, 1963 Sept. 28.

Interview conducted by Larry Ritter for use in his book "The Glory of their times : the story of the early days of baseball told by the men who played it". Bennie Bengough discusses joining the world champion New York Yankees. As well as trainers and training facilities of the 1920's, and the personality of Lou Gehrig. Followed by an analysis of the differences between old time ballplayers and modern players.

Sound recording: 1 sound tape reelsSound recording: 2 sound cassettes (ca. 90 min. each)Transcript: 40 leaves

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Ritter, Lawrence S.

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Benough, Bennie, 1898-1968.

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Bengough, Bennie, 1898-1968,

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Bennie Benough played for the New York Yankees (1923-1930), and the Saint Louis Browns (1931-1932). From the description of Oral history interview with Bennie Bengough, 1963 Sept. 28. (National Baseball Hall of Fame). WorldCat record id: 48483832 ...