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1950s Official Three-I League Baseball Waterloo White Hawks Hal Totten Rawlings:
$39.99
Rare Piece of 1950s Minor League History – Waterloo, Iowa ProvenanceUp for sale is an authentic Official Three-I League Baseball, manufactured by Rawlings. This ball was sourced directly from a private collection in Waterloo, Iowa, making it a fantastic relic from the Waterloo White Hawks era (the Class B affiliate of the Chicago White Sox).Historical Significance:
- Era: This ball features the stamped facsimile signature of League President Hal Totten (term: 1951–1959). Totten was a legendary Hall of Fame finalist sportscaster and the first person to ever broadcast a Major League All-Star Game.
- The Three-I League: One of the most storied minor leagues in American history (Illinois-Indiana-Iowa), which ceased operations in 1961.
