Who's Who in the Major Leagues

Page from 1937 Issue

The page from the 1937 Who's Who in the Major Leagues sports publication features profiles of National League umpires active during the late 1930s. A total of twelve umpires are displayed, each presented in a photograph alongside their name. Prominent figures include Bill Klem, known as one of the most well-respected umpires in baseball history, and J. W. Quigley, who served as an umpire during several World Series. Other umpires listed are Charles Reardon, Tom Moran, and Frank Pinielli, along with Ballafant, who had notable influence in games. The page also includes umpires Sears, Goetz, Stewart, and Parker, capturing the essence of officiating in Major League Baseball. These individuals played critical roles in maintaining the integrity of the game across various teams in the National League, which was experiencing growth and increased popularity during this era.