In answer to the question about why so many ballplayers are pictured in suits rather than in uniform.
In the 19th century getting your photo taken was quite a big deal. It was expensive and a special occasion. People got dressed up in all of their finery for the photo. So, baseball players the same as the general public got dressed up in their best suit for the photo. Similiarly even in the 1950's and '60's people used to put on a suit and tie to go to a baseball game compared to today. The world has changed.
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