Thursday, July 19, 2018

Oh, the humanity. July 19, 1918. Headline from the New York Times.

BASEBALL TEAMS MUST GO TO WORK; Baker Makes Final Ruling That the Players Are in a Nonessential Pursuit.AFFECTS ALL OF DRAFT AGEFew Stars Are Not Included in Order and the Big Leagues' Future Is in Doubt.OFFICIAL ADVICE AWAITEDSecretary Favors a Change in Regulations to Take in All WhoAre Only Entertainers. Text of Baker's Decision Recreational Value of Game. All Must Make Sacrifices.

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