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No mere mortal man could intimidate the great Honus Wagner especially some upstart named Cobb.
The established Wagner (35 years old) was pitted against baseball's next big thing, Cobb (22). While the series played out in seven full games, The Flying Dutchman clearly outplayed Cobb en route to the title.
Haling from the collection of Paddy O'Connor is this Official National League Harry C. Pulliam baseball. We surmise O'Connor penned the following inscription in his own hand: "Oct. 8-09, Pittsburgh 4, Detroit 1, 1st game World Series."
Because baseballs were used until there was nothing left in them, this century old orb saw more than a few at-bats. Some chipping is present on the ball, which is clearly feasible for a ball of its age. The earliest game used baseball, with direct player provenance, we have encountered.
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