Name/Title
Harry Danning Baseball CardEntry/Object ID
2023.30.2Description
Autographed baseball card for Harry Danning of the New York Giants, featuring his photograph and stats.Context
Harry Danning spent his entire professional baseball career with the New York Giants, playing as a catcher from 1933-1942. Known as an exceptional hitter and defensive catcher, “Harry the Horse” was regarded by many, including Babe Ruth, as “the best catcher in the world.” He was a four-time All-Star and was inducted into the Jewish-American Sports Hall of Fame. In 1943, Danning was drafted into the U.S. Army and later discharged due to arthritis, ending his baseball career. He and his wife, Diane, lived in Chesterton until her death in 1978, and Danning moved to Valparaiso in 1980 to be near his daughter.Acquisition
Accession
2023.30Source or Donor
Voller, ViktoriaInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
SignatureLocation
Lower edge of photographTranscription
Harry DanningMaterial/Technique
PenDimensions
Height
3-1/2 inWidth
2-1/2 in