[AstroJake09]

Hi all,

I recently came across a signature described as being that of famed Negro League catcher, Quincy Trouppe. It is a signed postcard dated May 10, 1952 and postmarked from Cleveland, Ohio. Interestingly, Trouppe played in three MLB games for the Indians in 1952, his only stint in the big leagues. The last game of his career in which he recorded his only hit, was on May 10, 1952. If genuine, this would be a remarkable piece from Trouppe's short carrer in the MLB. The issues that stand out are the fact that unlike most Trouppe signatures, which flow quite nicely and exhibit curves, this one is sharp and jagged. I could only find one example, dated from the same year (1952), In an Indiapolis Indans autograph/scorebook signed by the entire team, including Trouppe. The two signatures are nearly identical. Another issue is that by this time Trouppe had been spelling his name with an added 'p', Troupe to Trouppe, and had been doing so since 1946 when playing in the Mexican League. The signature on the postcard is spelled Troupe with one 'p' as is the identical one in the Indians program. So I am left to wonder if it is authentic? Being that Trouppe only spent a month in the MLB, I doubt that they would have a clubhouse boy or secretary sign his name but I could be wrong. Any and all opinions welcomed!