William H. "Dad" Clarke, Pitcher, Omaha Omahogs/ Lambs, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888 - 1889

This 1888-1889 baseball card, part of the "Old Judge" series, features William H. "Dad" Clarke, a pitcher for the Omaha Omahogs. The card, printed by Goodwin & Company, showcases Clarke in a classic pose, holding a bat with a serious expression, capturing the spirit of late 19th century baseball. Its small size, measuring only 2 11/16 x 1 3/8 inches, is characteristic of trading cards from this era. Today, the card is part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.