James F. "Jimmy" Macullar, Shortstop, Des Moines Prohibitionists, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 baseball card, part of the "Old Judge" series by Goodwin & Company, features James F. "Jimmy" Macullar, a shortstop for the Des Moines Prohibitionists. The black and white photograph captures Macullar in a classic baseball pose, hands clasped in front of him. This type of card was created as a promotional item for Old Judge cigarettes. It exemplifies the popular trend of trading cards featuring athletes that emerged in the late 19th century. The card's small size (6.9 x 3.5 cm) suggests its intended use as a collectible item for fans and collectors of the game.