H. Smith, Shortstop, St. Joseph Clay Eaters, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1889

This is a baseball card from the *Old Judge* series of trading cards, featuring H. Smith, the shortstop of the St. Joseph Clay Eaters. The card was printed in 1889 by Goodwin & Co. and showcases the player in a classic baseball pose, holding a bat and looking directly at the viewer. *Old Judge* cards were popular in the late 19th century, and this particular card is a fine example of early baseball card design and the use of photography in trading cards. This card is part of the *Old Judge* series, which was commissioned by the *Old Judge* Cigarette Factory, a tobacco company, to promote their brand. The card features a black and white photograph of Smith in his uniform, making this a valuable piece for collectors of baseball memorabilia and ephemera.