William H. "Bill" Barnes, Manager, St. Paul Apostles, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1889

This 1889 black and white photograph, part of the "Old Judge" series of trading cards, features William H. "Bill" Barnes, manager of the St. Paul Apostles baseball team. Created by Goodwin & Company, the card depicts Barnes in a formal pose, wearing a suit, a vest, and a top hat. The image, part of a larger series of cards used to promote Old Judge Cigarettes, represents a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century. The card's small size, designed for collectors, makes it an example of the emerging trend of collectible trading cards that would continue to grow in popularity throughout the 20th century.