1935 Cleveland Indians Executive Profiles: Key Figures of the Era
The page from the 1936 "Who's Who in the Major Leagues" sports publication presents profiles of key executives associated with the Cleveland Indians baseball team. Alva Bradley, the team president, was instrumental in acquiring the franchise in 1927 and aimed to boost its status as a civic institution. A native of Cleveland, Bradley was educated at the University School and Cornell University and had a background in real estate and industry. Cyril C. Slapnicka, introduced as assistant to the president, transitioned from his previous role as General Manager after the resignation of Billy Evans. He had a career as a pitcher for the Indians in 1911 and worked in several cities, including Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Walter H.