William Waterfield "Wild Bill" Widner, Pitcher, Cleveland, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1889

This is a baseball card from the *Old Judge* series, featuring William Waterfield "Wild Bill" Widner, a pitcher for the Columbus team. The card was created in 1889 by Goodwin & Company, a prominent American lithographic company specializing in advertising, and is an example of *trade card* art, a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century. The image captures Widner in a relaxed pose, holding a baseball bat and showcasing his team uniform. This card is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection in New York City, highlighting the historical significance of these early baseball cards.