B+W photo of Mayor John J. Grogan throwing a ceremonial pitch at the Little League Field, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1955-1960.
Entry/Object ID
2005.087.0016
Description
Black-and-white photo of Mayor John J. Grogan throwing a ceremonial pitch at the Hoboken Little League Field, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1955-1960.
Digital image only. Original print 8" x 10". Information, if any, on reverse not known (not examined out of frame due to water damage and adhesion to glass.)
Grogan is seen with a young girl on crutches and a young black boy in Little League uniform from a team sponsored by H. Casolino Fuel Service. In the background is the Fifth Street Pier and Holland America Line. The view is looking northeast. Note the pitching rubber behind the girl. This places home plate near Fourth Street. At present the field is oriented with home plate near Fifth Street.
Acquisition
Accession
2005.087
Source or Donor
Wassman, Vincent J.
Acquisition Method
Donation
Credit Line
Gift of Vincent J. Wassman.
Made/Created
Artist
n/a
Date made
1955 - 1960
Place
Location
Hoboken
Notes
Date: 1955-1960
General Notes
Note
Display Value: Fair
Original or Copy: Digital Copy
Status: OK
Status By: dw
Status Date: 2006-01-31
