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Lot #9385
1933 The Daily Ghost: Babe Ruth Retirement

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Description

Unusual complete issue of The Daily Ghost from December 17, 1933, 12 pages, 12.5 x 17, published by the All America Board of Baseball, announcing Babe Ruth's retirement with a huge headline: "Babe Retires." Affixed at the top is a slip reading, "Your copy of The Ghost. Entire contents prepared or planned; and edited by The Christy Walsh Syndicate." In fine condition, with light edge toning. Christy Walsh was a pioneering sports agent, often remembered today for his representation of Ruth. An extremely rare piece, we have been able to locate no other copies of this publication.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Sports Auction
  • Dates: #528 - Ended June 21, 2018