Founder and first president of the American League elected to the Hall of Fame in 1937 (1865–1931). TLS signed “B. B. Johnson,” one page, 8.5 x 11, American League letterhead, April 4, 1923. Letter to Jacob Ruppert, owner of the New York Yankees. In full: “I am enclosing you some correspondence that has passed between myself and Mr. Irving, of the Western Union Co. It is self-explanatory.” Various office notations (including a lightly erased mark through the main text) and a rusty paperclip mark to the upper left, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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