Who's Who in the Major Leagues

Page from 1936 Issue

The page features profile photographs of several umpires who officiated in the National League during the 1930s, as highlighted in the 1936 edition of "Who's Who in the Major Leagues." Notable figures presented include J. Hugo Klump, George Quigley, and Charles Ballafant. Other umpires featured are Arthur P. Pfirman, James Reardon, and Frank Sears, among others. Each individual is depicted in a formal manner, often wearing a cap, which was standard at the time for baseball officials. This publication serves to recognize and commemorate the contributions of these umpires, who played crucial roles in the management of games across various teams and cities in Major League Baseball. Their enforcement of rules ensured the integrity and flow of the game, pivotal in a sport that was growing in popularity during this era.