An annual Hall of Fame Induction souvenir for over thirty years, this Photocard is like a jumbo baseball card! Featuring key information, career statistics and Induction ceremony date. This item also has the official US Postal stamp and cancellation of the Induction Day July 23, 1989
- Measures 8 x 10
- Featuring US Postal Stamp and Induction Day cancellation from Cooperstown, NY
- The look and size of a photograph, but on slightly heavier cardboard stock
- Produced by Photofile
- Cancellation and postage stamp may vary slightly from image
- Delivered in an 8x10 toploader
Player Biography
A World War II Coast Guard veteran who entered the umpiring field because of a coal mining strike, Al Barlick served as a National League umpire for 27 seasons, breaking in at age 25. With seven All-Star games and seven World Series assignments, he developed a reputation for hustle, stern demeanor and a strict, but fair, interpretation of the rules. Renowned for a booming voice, decisive hand signals and a superb knowledge of the rules, Barlick was also active in forming the umpires’ union and was a leader in their drive for better pay and respect.
An annual Hall of Fame Induction souvenir for over thirty years, this Photocard is like a jumbo baseball card! Featuring key information, career statistics and Induction ceremony date. This item also has the official US Postal stamp and cancellation of the Induction Day July 23, 1989
- Measures 8 x 10
- Featuring US Postal Stamp and Induction Day cancellation from Cooperstown, NY
- The look and size of a photograph, but on slightly heavier cardboard stock
- Produced by Photofile
- Cancellation and postage stamp may vary slightly from image
- Delivered in an 8x10 toploader
Player Biography
A World War II Coast Guard veteran who entered the umpiring field because of a coal mining strike, Al Barlick served as a National League umpire for 27 seasons, breaking in at age 25. With seven All-Star games and seven World Series assignments, he developed a reputation for hustle, stern demeanor and a strict, but fair, interpretation of the rules. Renowned for a booming voice, decisive hand signals and a superb knowledge of the rules, Barlick was also active in forming the umpires’ union and was a leader in their drive for better pay and respect.
