Clipping:Early use of 'utility' player

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Date Saturday, October 5, 1867
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[Union of Lansingburgh vs. Mutual 9/25/1867] The Mutuals went into the contest without Martin, their pitcher, a domestic affliction keeping that valuable player from taking part in the game. In this dilemma, and Thorn not turning up in time, “General Utility” Bearman was sent in to pitch.

Source New York Clipper
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Submitted by Richard Hershberger
Origin Initial Hershberger Clippings

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