Edwin Forrest "Ned" Bligh, Catcher, Cleveland, 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 Edwin Forrest “Ned” Bligh, the catcher for the Columbus team. Created by Goodwin & Company in 1889, this card is a prime example of the early American baseball card craze. The black and white photograph of Bligh depicts him in a classic baseball pose, with his team's name "ALUM" prominently displayed on his jersey. This card is a significant piece of Americana and serves as a glimpse into the history of baseball and trading cards.