Peter J. Connell, 3rd Base, Des Moines Prohibitionists, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1889

This is a sepia-toned, portrait-style photograph from the "Old Judge" series of baseball cards produced by Goodwin & Company in 1889. The image depicts Peter J. Connell, a third baseman for the Des Moines Prohibitionists, in mid-throw of a baseball. The card's small size (6.9 x 3.5 cm) and its focus on capturing the moment of Connell's action highlight the series's goal of providing a quick and engaging glimpse of the player for fans. The photograph's artistic style, characterized by its simplicity and emphasis on capturing a defining moment, echoes the popularity of photojournalism in the late 19th century.