Poster for a game between the Lima-Ohio Colored All Stars and the White All Star

About the Project

Economic despair and widespread unemployment during the Great Depression lead many Americans to seek inspiration and hope in the world of sports. Like other sports, baseball, both the Negro leagues and the all-white Major Leagues, was not immune to the effects of the Great Depression. Player salaries dropped and attendance at games declined. All-star games were a way to highlight local talent and promote the game during the Great Depression. Help us transcribe this poster from an all-star game between the "colored all stars" and "white all stars" from Northwestern Ohio and surrounding areas.

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