Wright and Ditson's Base Ball Guide, 1884: Containing the Officers, Constitution, Playing Rules, and Players of the Union Association of Base Ball Clubs (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Name: Wright and Ditson's Base Ball Guide, 1884: Containing the Officers, Constitution, Playing Rules, and Players of the Union Association of Base Ball Clubs (Classic Reprint)
Author: Timothy Hayes Murnane
ISBN: 9780265838150

Timothy Hayes Murnane

9780265838150: Wright and Ditson's Base Ball Guide, 1884: Containing the Officers, Constitution, Playing Rules, and Players of the Union Association of Base Ball Clubs (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0265838150 ISBN 13: 9780265838150

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Discover the authoritative 1884 guide to base ball, with official rules, club rosters, and league structure.

This unique volume compiles the Union Association’s officers, constitution, playing rules, and the players of member clubs, offering a window into how the game was organized and officiated in the 19th century. You’ll find detailed rule explanations, umpire duties, scoring guidance, and historical standings that illustrate the sport’s early governance and competitive landscape.

Official rules and procedures used by Union Association clubs
Instructions for scoring, umpire conduct, and game administration
Rosters and standings for clubs, players, and leagues of the era
Context on how rules shaped play, strategy, and competition in 1884

Ideal for readers of baseball history, sports researchers, and collectors seeking authentic period documentation of the game’s early organization and rules.

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