Robert Emmerke, Pitcher, Des Moines Prohibitionists, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1889

This 1889 "Old Judge" baseball card, created by Goodwin & Company, features Robert Emmerke, a pitcher for the Des Moines Prohibitionists. The card, part of the "N172" series, showcases Emmerke in a classic baseball pose, holding his bat and facing the viewer with a determined expression. These cards were given away with packs of Old Judge cigarettes, marking a significant chapter in the intersection of baseball and popular culture in the late 19th century. The card is a valuable artifact for baseball history enthusiasts and collectors.