Illustrated 1947 Drawing of Sportsman's Park and St. Louis Cardinals Events
The page from the 1947 Hall of Fame Cartoons sports publication features a detailed illustration of Sportsman’s Park, home of the St. Louis Cardinals. Notable mentions include the prominent "R.F. sector" where Babe Ruth famously targeted pitches during the 1928 World Series. The venue's dimensions are marked, including distances of 351, 358, and 400 feet from home plate. Historic moments are immortalized, such as the description of where Ruth made a legendary one-handed catch during the 1928 World Series and Max West's game-winning home run in the All-Star game of 1940. There are depictions of fans, including references to conditions like the need for cushions in the stands, likened to a county fair. Other illustrations show humorous interactions, like fans waiting in line and enjoying the atmosphere of the park.