Clipping:The relationship between the Excelsiors and the Knickerbockers; social games

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Date Thursday, May 3, 1866
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The Knickerbockers were the pioneers of Base Ball playing in this country, and to their efforts mainly may be attributed the present high position that the game now holds in the estimation of the public. They occupy a high social position, have always been on the most intimate and friendly terms with the Excelsiors, and the two cubs have met from year to year in friendly rivalry. The matches are not “first nine” games, but are gotten up for the sake of social enjoyment, and a good time generally, regardless of victory or defeat.

Source Brooklyn Eagle
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Submitted by Richard Hershberger
Origin Initial Hershberger Clippings

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