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Rare 1928 Stevens-Davis Men of America Pamphlets w/ Box Complete Set Pre-war EUC
$ 66
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1928-1929 Stevens-Davis Men of America, Decorative Book Box Complete Set Pre-warIncludes 52 miniature booklets in its original book box case.
(Copied Description from Pre-War Cards.com)
Produced by the Stevens-Davis Company in Chicago, the title explains a little about what they are. These are booklets featuring some of the greatest men in the country up to the 1920s. Dating on these booklets vary, with some sources citing them as a 1928 set while others claiming they are from 1929. These were created as a motivational tool for various companies to use with their employees. An employee gift box is known for them as well.
The booklets all have the same general design – a larger black and white image of the subject against a series of colorful backgrounds. There are some color variations known as well, which can make a master set tricky.
The booklets mostly comprise non-sports personalities, such as presidents, inventors, and businessmen. However, they are of interest here as a few depict those from the world of sports. One of the most popular booklets in the series is that of Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis. Landis was a federal judge that became baseball’s first commissioner in the wake of the 1919 Black Sox scandal. Depicting a cartoon scene of baseball players on the front, it is one of his few baseball issues. A second important figure is found on booklet No. 17. That one features Walter Camp, the father of modern football.
Arguably the most sought after, booklet No. 35 is also very important as it depicts American athletes. Hall of Fame golfer Bobby Jones is found on one cover side, and baseball Hall of Famer Rogers Hornsby is on the other. The inside of the booklet also pictures tennis Hall of Famer Bill Tilden, Penn/Navy college football, and swimmer Johnny Weismuller.
The box is in nice condition with only slight signs of wear in corners - Pamphlets are also in nice condition, they may or may not have small creases, edge wear or other light wear, but I see absolutely no major damage to any of them. No discoloration or torn edges. Box measures 6.5 X 4 5/8" Pamphlets are 4 1/8 x 2.5"
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