Uncataloged Postcard Issue?
 

Posted By: <b>Patrick McMenemy</b><p>I received an autographed Ira Thomas 4"X 6" item today that had been described as a photo, however, it on a very heavy and stiff paper. It feels more like a real heavy postcard than a photo. Scans of front and back are included. Any thoughts?<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.network54.com/Realm/tmp/1129672251.JPG"> <img src="http://www.network54.com/Realm/tmp/1129672133.JPG"> <br /><br />Thanks, Patrick<br />

Uncataloged Postcard Issue?
 

Posted By: <b>Scott Forrest</b><p>Players typically ordered photos from photographers like George Burke, specifically to give to fans, and most would have been 4 x 6 and on stiffer paper. Ruth, Gehrig and others had their favorite Burke photos that they specifically requested for such purposes.<br /><br />I don't know who took the Ira Thomas photo, but it might be similar circumstances.