Clipping:Enclosed grounds improve morals
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| Date | Sunday, May 6, 1888 |
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| Text | The old-fashioned prairie games were undoubtedly a cheap amusement to many, but the day for better things seemed to have come when, in 1883 this association [the Chicago City League] was organized. The prairie games were ungoverned and to a certain extent lawless. There was no revenue attached to the game, no special incentive to outlay of funds for appearance sake, and no obligation to patrons; hence the conduct of clubs and players was liable to depart from the gentlemanly and assume at times the rowdy. The same was true with respect to the audiences in even a greater measure. The organizers of the association believed that the confining of these unruly spirits in inclosed grounds would result in better morals, better games, better amusement, and less disturbance. In this respect their expectations have been fully realized. The games of the Amateur Association have been orderly and peaceful; they have gradually increased in attractiveness, and as athletic exhibitions are almost, if not quite, on a par with the professional teams of the National and Association Leagues. |
| Source | Chicago Tribune |
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| Submitted by | Richard Hershberger |
| Origin | Initial Hershberger Clippings |
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