This publication's copyright is over 95 years old,
and is now in the public domain.
The digital copy can be viewed and its contents used, without restriction.
Publications can take several seconds to load.
RetroSeasons
RetroSeasons recaps past sports seasons through stories, photos, videos, and stats from every team, league, and stadium in history. Coverage includes the NBA, NFL, MLB and NHL, as well as vintage media from defunct teams and leagues.
Constitution and By laws of the National Association of Baseball Players
1869 Issue
The First Baseball League: The National Association of Base Ball Players
On March 10, 1858 another convention was held in New York. During this convention the National Association of Base Ball Players was formed and a committee to draft a constitution and by-laws was appointed. William H. Van Cott, who was the founder and president of the Gotham Club, was elected President. All 22 teams that attended were from New York.