Minnesota Women's Softball Team Photo, 1929
Crookston, MN: 1929. 11.5x16.5cm image mounted on 20x26cm card. Names of the players and date of July, 1929 on verso. Near fine with a few light stains to margins of card.
Very nice photo of a ball club from one of the hotbeds of women's baseball in the early 20th century. Evidence of women's teams in the state goes back to at least 1893, with photos documenting several competitive teams. We could not trace the name of this team, but the ages of the women are early 20s, suggesting a college, amateur, or perhaps church team. 1929 was an interesting time, with softball gaining popularity nationwide, and many women's teams transitioning from baseball.
. Item #9161
Price: $75.00