1959 Baltimore Orioles Team Overview and Memorial Stadium Layout
The 1959 Baltimore Orioles Team vintage print ad from "The Sporting News Dope Book" provides an overview of the team's organization and home field. The president of the franchise is James Keelty, Jr., while Joseph A. W. Iglehart serves as the chairman of the board. The general manager is Lee MacPhail, and Paul R. Richards holds the position of manager. The advertisement also lists the public relations assistant and the business manager, highlighting Herbert E. Armstrong and James M. McLaughlin respectively. Significant details include the location of the Orioles' offices at Memorial Stadium, which has a capacity of 47,778 spectators. The team’s farm system is outlined, showcasing affiliations with Miami, Vancouver, Amarillo, Stockton, Aberdeen, and Pensacola, alongside two teams in Bluefield.