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2003.16.09Description
Ben Cheney, center in the white coat, standardized timber cutting practices to create the 2x4 "stud" for more consistent building. He made a fortune in lumber and became a philanthropist supporting many athletic organizations. He sponsored the Cheney Studs amateur and semi-pro baseball teams for years and was the key figure in bringing Triple-A professional baseball to Tacoma. He also became a member of the San Francisco Giants ownership group. Photo by Richards Studio, Tacoma.Lexicon
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Baseball, Professional/Semi-Pro, RecreationalRelationships
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Cheney, Ben