Clarence Geoghan "Kid" Baldwin, Catcher, Cincinnati, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 photograph by Goodwin & Company depicts "Kid" Baldwin, a catcher for the Cincinnati Reds, in a classic baseball pose. The image was printed as part of the "Old Judge" series of baseball cards produced by Goodwin & Company for Old Judge Cigarettes. The series, which featured many popular players of the time, aimed to promote the brand and capitalize on the growing popularity of baseball. This particular card, with its detailed inscription, offers a glimpse into the early days of baseball card collecting and the intersection of sport and advertising.