Clipping:Baltimore Club ownership
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| Date | Saturday, January 5, 1889 |
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| Text | Though it has been known for some time that there would be a change in the management of the Baltimore Base Ball Club, the announcement this morning that Mr. Von der Horst had sold out caused considerable surprise. It was expected that additional capital would be invested, and that Von der Horst, who practically owns the franchise, would continue to hold a controlling interest. The disposition he has made of his share leaves Mr. Barnie with about a third interest, Fred Booth and B. F. Farren, wealthy oyster packers, owning the remaining two-thirds. The price paid is said to have been $10,000. The amount is, however, not officially stated. Mr. Von der Horst admits to having sold at a sacrifice, and gives as a reason that base ball interfered with his business. The miserable showing of the club last season had much to do with his withdrawal. Von der Horst is an ardent admirer of the sport, and made a courageous effort to bring the club to the front. … It was officially announced at base ball headquarters this evening that Mr. J. W. Walz was also one of the purchasers of Mr. Vonderhorst's interest in the club. He will probably act as an assistant to Manager Barnie. |
| Source | New York Sun |
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| Submitted by | Richard Hershberger |
| Origin | Initial Hershberger Clippings |
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