Joe Jackson Stars Of The Diamond Notebook

[gnaz01]

So, I purchased this off a guy in the B/S/T and have done a relatively extensive search, and can't find ANY info about it. I have several notebooks with Cobb, Matty, etc on the cover, but this was the first one like this I have seen. It is complete AND tightly bound, although used by a child, and dated 1915.

Anyone else have any info about this series???

[ATP]

Nice pickup Greg. I had emailed the owner about buying it a few weeks ago as well, guess that's why I never heard back! :-)
I tried to research it quite a bit too, and couldn't find anything on it either. Curious to see what others think.
Jeff

[gnaz01]

Thanks Jeff. It really is a cool piece. Looks like some kind of schoolgirl's work inside, spelling, geography, language. I love these things as it is a piece of "someone's" history

I, too, am curious to see other's thoughts here.

[bobbvc]

There are quite a few of these notebooks that turn up that almost seem like one of a kind. I had never seen this one before I picked it up a few years ago. Like postcards, they seem much more interesting "used". I'm guessing the players weren't paid any licensing fee.

[HRBAKER]

I really like these types of notebooks. I've had a few over the years, this is the only one I have now. It is not unique, I have seen 1 or 2 others.

[gnaz01]

Originally Posted by bobbvc

There are quite a few of these notebooks that turn up that almost seem like one of a kind. I had never seen this one before I picked it up a few years ago. Like postcards, they seem much more interesting "used". I'm guessing the players weren't paid any licensing fee.

Neat piece Bob! Love how they chose to show Honus from behind

[bobbvc]

Originally Posted by gnaz01

Neat piece Bob! Love how they chose to show Honus from behind

I made some Business cards with that picture. PM me your address and I'd be happy to send you a few.

[ValKehl]

I think these composition notebooks are really cool (and under-valued!). Here are the 3 that I have.

Greg, if you would like to have the Sisler notebook as a companion piece to go with your Jackson notebook, perhaps we can work a deal - please email me at ekehl333@aol.com. Beings as I am a WaJo collector, the WaJo notebooks are absolutely unavailable!
Best,
Val

[packs]

These notebooks are pretty cool.

[sayhey24]

I've always enjoyed collecting these -- I'll post a few more photos, but here is one to start with.

Greg

[gnaz01]

Here is another one of mine (rough shape though but haven't seen another):

[bcbgcbrcb]

That's a different one, Greg, never seen one like it. Very nice.

[sayhey24]

Here are a few more --

Greg

[sayhey24]

And a few more --

Greg

[docpatlv]

Great notebooks everyone, especially Greg...incredible collection. I also feel that these collectibles don't quite get the love, but then again that may not be a bad thing.

Here are a couple I don't think have been posted yet...

[gnaz01]

Awesome, I have that Mathewson one, JUST LOVE THE WAGNER!!!!

[Wite3]

Here is one of mine...I know there is at least one other Crack Battery with Matty out there but have never seen another Alexander/Dooin. Love it as it is a very early picture of Grover.

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[thekingofclout]

Originally Posted by sayhey24

Here are a few more --

Greg

Boy Greg, those are great! I wish I could spend a week in your basement!

[Lordstan]

Wow. These are really beautiful items. They have the extra added bonus of being used and loved by a kid back then. For me, that is an extra level of special as it really adds a great connection to the past.
I see Greg posted Ruth in a Yankees uniform. Does anyone know if there is a Gehrig?
BTW, in what range do these usually sell?
Thanks,
Mark