St. Louis Browns 1939 Team Profile Vintage Print Advertisement
The 1939 profile of the St. Louis Browns in the "Who's Who in the Major Leagues" sports publication highlights key personnel and players associated with the team during that season. Donald L. Barnes served as the team president, with Fred Haney as the manager. The organizational hierarchy included William O. DeWitt as vice-president, Howard V. Stephens also as vice-president, and Samuel C. McCluney as treasurer. The secretary was George C. Foster, with Charles DeWitt acting as traveling secretary, and Roger Bacon serving as the director of information. Prominent players featured included George McQuinn, the first baseman, who had an impressive rookie season, hitting .324 in 148 games. Mel Almada, the outfielder, also had a notable performance with a .311 average over the season.