(1906) Spalding Catalogue of Spring & Summer Sports

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A. G. SPALDING & BROS.,1111 Walnut Street,

Kansas City, Mo.

^.- G. Spalding & Bros.

Maintain their own Houses for distributing the

SPALDINGComplete Line of

ATHLETIC GOODSNEW YORK CITY

126-128 Nassau Street

23-33 West 42d Street

PHILADELPHIA1013 Filbert Street

BOSTON. MASS.73 Federal Street

BALTIMORE. MD.320 N. Howard Street

BUFFALO. N. Y.

611 Main Street

PITTSBURG. PA.507 Wood Street

WASHINGTON. D. C.

709 14th Street, N. W.(Colorado Building)

SYRACUSE. N. Y.

University Block

MONTREAL. CAN.443 St. James Street

in the following cities:

CHICAGO147-149 Wabash Avenue

SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.134 Geary Street

DENVER. COL.1616 Arapahoe Street

ST. LOUIS. MO.708 Pine Stroet

KANSAS CITY. MO.1111 Walnut Street

CINCINNATI. O.Fountain Square,

27 East Fifth Street

MINNEAPOLIS. MINN.507 Second Avenue. South

NEW ORLEANS. LA.140 Carondelet Street

HAMBURG. GERMANY15 Alter Wandrahm

LONDON. ENG.53. 54. 55. Fetter Lane

Communications cHrected to A. G. Spalding & Bros., at any of theaoove addresses, will receive prompt attention.

Wholesale and Retail DistributorsPORTLAND, ORE. LOS ANPFT pq r at

Honey^an Harfware Co.^^G^^^^.

%^^^ ^^^JACKSONVILLE. PLA.-The H. & W. B. Drew Co.

TO ATHLETES'pHIS business, which you know of so well, to-day—A. G. Spalding & Bros.*, the largest

manufacturers and distributors of Athletic Goods in the world—was, thirty years

ago, only an idea. At that time, in this country, there was no such thing as an Athletic

Business, or, in fact, even an Athletic Store, as it would be called to-day. No one catered

to the requirements of athletes, who, as a class, were not deemed worthy of consideration,

and in no one store could a complete line of Athletic Goods be found.

The firm of A. G. Spalding & Bros, was started in March, 1876, with the idea of

catering to Athletes solely, and with the purpose of supplying goods that could compel

attention because of their quality. Base Balls were taken up first, and Base Ball Equip-

ment, Suits, etc. ; nothing being put out unless the quality was positively right. As other

lines were added, this same principle was followed religiously, until to-day the Spalding

line of Athletic Equipment includes practically everything required by an athlete, no

matter in what sport he may be interested.

The personal ambition of the founders has been gratified ah-eady in the building up

of this business, which has been successful from the start, first of all because there was a

demand for Athletic Goods of reliable quality, and second, because we have been able to

supply this demand. However, the personal ambitions or desires of anyone cannot be

allowed to enter into the decision as to whether Spalding Athletic Goods shall continue to

be made as they have been for the past thirty years, and we are gratified that the original

principles underlying this business— reliability and satisfaction to the user—have been so

well drilled into the minds, hearts and hands of each Manager of our Branch Stores, each

Manager of our Factories, and, in fact, each and every one of our employees, that the

Athletes of the United States, of Canada, of England, and of every other country where

Athletic Goods are used, may be certain that their wi;/hes and demands will always be

considered as paramount, and Spalding Quality will never be deteriorated, even to satisfy

the ever increasing demands for cheapness, in the face of a rising market in raw material

We shall continue to supply Athletic Goods at fair prices, with satisfaction guaranteed,

and we beUeve this determination of ours will be appreciated by all those who consider

Quality as of paramount importance.

January 1, 1906.

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INDEXGV7tt7

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Abdomen Protector .

Archery Goods . .

Athletic ParaphernaliaBadminton . .

Bags, Striking . .

Balls, Base . .

Balls, Basket „ .

Balls, Cricket . .

Balls, Croquet , .

Balls. Hand , .

Balls, Field HockeyBalls. Golf . . .

Balls, Medicine . ,

Balls, Tennis . _-

Balls, Squash . .

Balls, Volley . .

Balls, Water Polo .

Bandages, Elastic .

Bars. Ash . . .

Bar Stalls . . .

Bars. Doorway . .

Bases. Base BallBasket Ball Wear .

Bats, Base BallBats. Cricket . . .

Bat Bags. Base BallBat Bags, Cricket .

Bathing Suits . .

BeltsBladders ....

281131111172093

8-10

762179

32, 3327. 28

92. 101Boundary Plates. Base Ball 20Bows, Archery . . . . 82, 83Caddy Bags . .

Canvas Bags, WaterproofCaps, Base Ball . .

Caps, University .

Caps, Outing . .

Centre Forks, Iron .

Centre Straps. CanvasChest Weights . .

Circle. 7-ft. . . .

Clock Golf . . .

Coats, Base BallCorks, Running . .

Cricket Goods . .

Croquet Goods, . .

Deck Shuffleboard .

Deir lel Shirts _. .

jDiscus, OlympicDisks, Striking BagDumb Bells . . .

Elastic Bandages .

Emblems ....Equestrian PoloExercisers, Home .

Exercisers, WhitelyFencing Goods . .

Field Hockey SticksFlags. College . .

Foot Balls ....Foul Flags , . .

'^Joves, Base Ball .

G ">ves. Boxing . . 97,

Gloves, Cricket . .

Gloves, Foot Ball .

Gloves, Golf . . .

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82.839072

100. 1015-7

927781%

67, 7296

50. 5158

395656

114, 116907224

. - 35

. 76-79

. 80. 81854189

io2-104112. 113

28

118117. 119

Page10192

7359-6559-72

35. 89558856

2687105105

106-1108691

73-7520

16. 1798. 99

7830

Gloves, Striking BagGoals, Basket BallGoals, Field HockeyGoals, Foot Ball . .

Golf Clubs . . .

Golf Goods . . .

Grips. Athletic , .

Guy Ropes and PegsHammers, AthleticHandle Covers, RubberHats. UniversityHats. Outing . .

Home GymnasiumHorizontal Bars .

Hurdles. Safety .

Hob Nails . .

Horns. Umpires'Indian Clubs . .

Inflaters, Striking BagJackets. SwimmingJerseysJersey Shirts . . .

Knee Tights . . .

Lanes for Sprints .

Lawn Bowls . . .

Markers. TennisMasks. Base Ball .

Mattresses . . .

Megaphones . . .

Mitts. Base BallMitts, Striking BagNets, Cricket . . .

Numbers, CompetitorsPaint, Golf . .

Pants, Athletic .

Pants. Base BallPants. Cricket .

Pants. Foot BallPants. Running .

Pistol. Starter'sPlates. Base Ball ShoePlates, Batsmen's BoxPlates. Home ....Plates, Marking . .

fates. Pitchers' Toe .

Plates, Pitchers' BoxPoles, Vaulting . . .

Polo. Roller ....Protection for Shoe PlatesProtection for Shoe SpikesProtectors, Base BallProtector. Thumb . . .

Push Ball .....Pushers, Chamois . . .

Puttees, GolfQuoits .......Racket Covers ....Rackets. Squash Tennis .

Racket Presses ....Rackets Restrung . . .

Racquets, Squash . . .

Reels for Tennis Posts .

Rings, Swinging . . 117, 118Rink Skates 94RoqueSets 81Rowing Machines ... 115

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37,6990

112, 1131013231244290845718

11791

11-1510179357141254074359019202057192089952935199295353785665856515855

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Score Books, Base Ball .

Score Books, Basket BallScore Book, CricketScore Books, Golf .

Score Books, TennisScoring Tablets . .

Shin Guards, Field HockShirts, Base Ball . .

Shirts, Outing . . .

Shirts, Quarter SleeveShirts, Sleeveless . .

Shoes, Base Ball . .

Shoes, Basket BallShoes, Bowling . . .

Shoes, Cross Country .

Shoes, Cricket . . .

Shoes, Foot Ball . .

Shoes, Golf ....Shoes. GymnasiumShoes. Indoor JumpingShoes. J umping . .

Shoes. Indoor RunningShoes. Running , . .

Shoes, Squash . . .

Shoes. Tennis . . .

Shoe Plates. Base BallShotSkates, Roller . . .

Sleeve Bands ....Slippers, Bathing . .

StockingsStop Board ....Stop Watch ....Supporters ....Suspensories .

Sweaters. . ,

Swivels, Striking BagTake-Off Board . . .

Tape, Rubber AdhesiveTapes, Marking . . .

Tapes, Measuring . .

Tennis Rackets . . .

Tennis Nets ....Tennis Posts ... 53,

Tether Tennis . .

Tights. Full LengthToe Board ....Trapeze 117. 118Trousers, Tennis, Outing 40

2540424229434334457437

43.443534353443

43,4519

90

29, 3030

36,37100906667

20,9046-49

62, 5364,55

674290

Trousers, Y. M. C. ATrunks. Velvet . . .

Trunks. Worsted . ,

Umpire Indicator .

Uniforms. Base Ball ,

Uniform Bags . .

Underwear, Athletic ,

Vaulting StandardsVolley Ball StandardsWaist Reducing MachineWands ....Water Wings . ,

Weights, 56-lb. . .

Whistles, Referees'Wrist Machines . ,

Wrestling Machine

42423221

22.232141

116113328890

105116

The Spalding Policy

DIRECT FROM FACTORY TO CONSUMER THROUGH THEMEDIUM OF THE RETAIL DEALER

SPALDING ATHLETIC GOODS are on sale in stores located in practically everyto.vn of any size in the United States, and at our various Branch Stores andDepots, list of which we give on cover page of this catalogue. We prefer thatyou patronize your local dealer, but we will furnish our goods direct to consumers

where they cannot be obtained, or will not be furnished by the local dealer, under theconditions named below.

Prices on Spalding Trade-Marked Goods are based entirely upon the cost ofmanufacture, with a reasonable manufacturer's profit, and a reasonable profit to theretail dealer added. Sales must be made at catalogue prices, except that for specialorders by express or from distant points, the re^il' dealer is justified in asking areasonable amount in excess of our catalogue prices to cover express and othercharges. This is no more than just, considering that the prices we quote in thiscatalogue are for delivery at our Branch Stores or Depots, and if ordered from any ofthese points receiver would have to pay the express or carriage charges.

Other goods may be offered at a less price than those quoted in our catalogue,but only by degrading quality. No one can- furnish athletic goods of equal quality ata less price.

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The Spalding Guarantee

\U^ promise to each purchaser of an article bearing our Trade Mark absolutesatisfaction, and agree to replace, free of charge, any Spalding article whichproves defective under ordinary conditions and after fair usage.

Transportation charges must be prepaid on articles returned for replacement oirepair. If this is nof done we shall refuse to accept delivery from transportationcompany. If the claim is allowed, the return carrying charges will be prepaid whenit is replaced.

January 1st, 1906.

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SPALDINGOFFICIAL LEAGUE BALL

is the Standard of the WorldIt is the Origmal League Ball It is the Universally Adopted League Ball

It is the Official League Ball It is the Best League Ball

It has been formally adopted as the Official Ball of

THE NATIONALLEAGUE FOR 29YEARSIt has also been adopted as the Official Ball for all

Championship Games by the following Professional

Leagues:

EASTERN LEAGUE for 19 years INTER-STATE LEAGUE for 9 years

NEW ENGLAND LEAGUE for 19 years NEW YORK STATE LEAGUE for 7 years

WESTERN LEAGUE for 15 years INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE for 5 years

TEXAS LEAGUE for 12 years NORTHWESTERN LEAGUE for 5 years

WESTERN ASSOCIATION for 11 years INDIANA. ILLINOIS and IOWACALIFORNIA LEAGUE for 10 years LEAGUE for 4 years

And by 22 other Professional Leagues that haveadopted the Spalding League Ballfrom 1 to i years.

npHE Spalding League Ball was first adopted by the National League in 1878, and•• is the only ball that has been used in,Championship League Games since that time.

In the recent great World's Championship Games in New York between theNew York Nationals and Philadelphia Americans the Spalding League Ball was used.

The Spalding Official League Bali i?^^ed by Yaie, Harvard.

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Prmceton and all promi-nent college teams. The soldiers and sailors in the United States Army and Navy useit e;cclusively. In fact the Spalding League Ball is in universal use wherever BaseBall is played.

Once in awhile a minor league will experiment for a short time with some otherball, but invariably returns to the , ^KSSm'JSeSlUeSiSj Thc Standard of the World

NOTE—At the annual meeting of the National League ofProfessional Base Ball Clubs, held in New York City,,

December lUh, 1905, the Spalding League Ball was for-maUy adopted as the Official Ball of that organization for an

additioTial term offive years.

Mr. Harry C. PuUiam, President of the National League, under date of October 24th, 1905.says:—"It gives me great pleasure to say that there was not one complaint registered against thequality of the Spalding League Ball furnished the National League this past season by your company,and so far as my information goes, I can say that the ball wag in every respect satisfactory.

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BASE^BALL(^

^>.Uall

Used exclusively by the National League, Minor Leagues, and byall Intercollegiate and other Associations for over a quarter of acentury. Each ball wrapped in tinfoil and put in a separate box, andsealed in accordance with the regulations of the National Leagueand American Association. Warranted to last a full game when

used under ordinary conditions.

No. 1. Official League Ball. Each, $1.25

"Dc"My boy wants a Spalding League Ball," says a father to the local deale.. i^^n i ivcci^ u. um navesomething * just as good," " is the reply. This satisfies the father, who buys the "just as good" bail, gives it to

his son, who says: "Why, this is not Spaldirig's!

" "Bui it is 'just as good,' " says the father. "Not on your"I will take it back aod get the getauine Spaldug Ball or nothing."—An actual occuirence.

BASE^BALL l

BASEBALL

The Spalding 'Varsity League BallRegulation size and weight, fin6 selected horsehide cover, rubber centre, all wool yarn and far supe-\rior in material and workmanship to any of the various imitations of our Official League Ball. War-

ranted to last a full game without losing its elasticity or shape.

No. X. Each. SI.OO

The Spalding Official Boys' League Ball

Made with horsehide cover, rubbercenter and wound with wool yarn.

Same as our Official League Ball in

every respect except slightly smal-

ler in size. It is especially designed <

for junior clubs (composed of boysunder sixteen years of age), and all

games in which this ball is used will

be recognized as legal games, the

same as if played with the Official

League Ball. Warranted to last a

full game.

No. IB. Each, 75c.

Spalding Interscholastic League Ball

( Same quality as the !Varsity League, but smaller in size. Warranted to last a full game.

jm- J No. XB. Each, 50c.

brALUH oij Lg^g^g g^ij. the

DOUBLE StA"^/ double stitch is used

J Spalding

Double Seam Ball

Made with the samecare and of the samematerial as ourLeague Ball; the

Spalding

Professional

BaUFull size ball. Made

of carefully selected

material throughout,

and warranted first-

class- quality.

• No. 2.

Each, 50c.

Spalding

King of the

DiamondThis ball is full size,

made of good ma-

terial and horsehide

cover.

No. 6.

Each, 25c.

Each of the above balls is put up in separate box and

its constructionrendering it doublysecure against rip-

ping. Every ball is

wrapped in tinfoil

and warranted to

last a full game.No. O.

Each, $ 1 .2.5

Spalding

Amateur Ball

Full size ball. Se-lected horsehidecover, and welladapted for practice

gamesNo. 3. Each, 50c.

The pitcher of to-day does not have to test the ball that is thrown to him to see in just what way it has been

doctored by the home club, as was the case thirty years ago. The Spalding Official National League Ball

put an end to such sharp practice in ball playing and standardized the sport as nothing else could have done.

or has been able to do.

A^ very lively ball;

the inside is all rubber,

making it the liveliest

ball ever offered at the

price. Put up in a sep-

arate box and sealed.

No. id. Each, 25c.

Horsehide cover andwell constructed. Anexcellent large size ball

for boys. Put up in aseparate box and

sealed.

No. ?. Each, 25c.

This ball is a little

under regulation size,

has a sheepskin cover,

and is very lively. Putup in a separate box

and sealed.

No. 14. Each, i6c.

Spalding

Boys' Lively

A good Boys' Lively

Ball, juvenile size, two-

piece cover. Each ball

trade - marked. Onedozen balls in a box.

No. 9B. Each, lOc.

Slightly under regu-lar size, horsehidecover, and isvery lively

;

carefully made and aperfect boys' size ball.

Put up in a separatebox and sealed.

No. 7B. Each, 25c.

The best 15-cent ball l

ever put on the market.\|

Each ball is put upin a separate box and

sealed.

No. 6. Each, 15c.

Sparain^Eureka Ball

Nearly regulationsize and weight. Thebest cheap ball for themoney on the market.Eachball trade marked.One dozen balls in a

box.'

No. 8. Each, I Oc.

Spalding

Rocket Ball

This is a good bound-ing ball. Size,8inches;weight, 4 ounces. Thebest 5-cent, two-piece-cover ball in the mar-ket. One dozen balls

in a box.

No. 13. Each, 5c.

? BASE^BALL

We do not ,maIce^pian<>fortes nor buiW houses, but we did make the Spalding Trade-Mark what it is and

have built it up to its present hjgh position, so it now stands for the best in athletic sports. Its tone is good

and its foundation secure.

\BASE/ BALL

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BASEBALL

AV ITSPALDING GOLD MEDAL BATS

Thepopu-larityattained

by theSpaldingGold MedalBats simplyillustratesthe

factthat in batmaking something more than

mere manufactu-ring skill is neces-

sary. Theman whomakes a base ball bat

should know justwhatis required, not merely

in a general way, but in

a special sense, and whenhe is shaping the timber

there must be within himthe knowledge and skill re-

quired to shape it so that the

balance will be perfect andthe bulk left in thecorrectplace.

This is somethingthat comes only

through experience, and we claim

that a bat-making career extending

over twenty-nine years, with un-

equalled facilities at our commandshould be considered when players

decide whose bats they will use,

" Everyone of

t h es e

bats willbefound per-

fect in bal-

ance, finish

and quality of

timber, all of

.^,,, V thembeingmade

l-^Jj'J ('f most carefully

selected best white

h , seasoned in

open sheds for three

years (not kiln dried)

,

and in placing ourtrade-mark and mark of

superiority upon them wedo so with perfect confi-

dence that they will sustain

the reputation.of A.G. Spald-

ing & Bros, for furnishing

goods of satisfactory quality.

Each bat is passed under the

critical eye of one of the best

known old-time base ball players

and carefully tested as to balance,

shape, quality of timber, weight,finish, etc., before being packed.

Be sure that the guarantee tag is

attached to each batwhen you purchase.

No. GM. Spalding Gold Medal Plain Bat, Golden Finish. . Each, $1.00

No. GMT. Spalding Gold Medal Taped Bat, White Wax Finish. <' 1.00

No. GMB. Spalding Boys' Gold Medal Plain Bat, Golden Finish, Boys' Size. " .50

If f P\\ When you have an athledc article that is just right you seldom have to look for the trade-mark, but if you /tO j))

Spalding Mushroom BatPatented Aug. r. lOOS

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BASEBALL

SPALDING TRADE-MARKED BATSSince 1877, when we introduced the Spalding line of Jrade^Marked Bats'they have been recognizedas standard by players to whom quality is a considerationT" Wherever possible, we have improvedboth style and quality from time to time, and the assortment as now made up comprises absolutelythe most up-to-date and thoroughly trustworthy styles that can be produced. The timber used intheir construction is seasoned from two to three years before using, thus ensuring not only alighter and stronger bat, but also retaining the life quality and driving power of the natural wood.

SPALDING MEN'S BATS

No. 3-Q.

^2<y. k:^/^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Superior quality, fine polish

^^ finish

Spalding Wagon Tongue Ash Bat,- League quality, special finish, spottedburning ^

Spalding "Axletree" Bat, finest straight grained ash; tape Wound handleSpalding Black Band Bat, extra quality ash. . . . . ,

SPALDING BOYS* BATS

OX.2X.

Each, 75c.

60c.25c.S5c.

No. lO

Spalding Junior League Bat, extra quality ash, spotted burning.Spalding Boys' Bat, selected quality ash, polished and varnished: aat.iau

finish. . .» -TT

Youths' Bat; good quality

Each, 26c.

lOc.5c.

L "^*ij- ^^^} «/ household word in every home where there is a boy. He knows what he wantsthe Spalding Irade-Mark— t»ec»use it always adorns implements used by the most successful players in

cv«iy branch of spott.

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BASE^BALL( i^

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SPALDING BASE BALL CATCHERS' MITTS come so close to the point of perfection in the opinion

of the molt prominent players in the country that it is exceedingly difficult, even with our most

SUo-drt?equSent to produce something that can be considered an improvement, either from

the vlCof greaterSity or improved design, finish or material. We spend a great amount yearly mi^ — •> investigating improved tan-

ning processes, and at our fac-

tory, we maintain an expen-

sive department devoted

wholly to the one object of im-

proving the mechanical con-

struction of our goods. All

these efforts on our part can-

not fail to bring nearer to the

objective point— perfection—the quality of Spalding Base

Ball Catchers' Mitts, in com-

mon with the other items in

our comprehensive line of ath-

letic supplies.

No. 9-0.

No.9-0. Spalding "Three and Out'

Spalding "Three and Out'

Catchers* Mitt.No. 8-0. Spalding "Professional'

Molded Face. We believe this mitt, with its patented Molded" face, will prove a revelation not on y

to those old-time players who recollect the "make shift" arrangements they had to put up with twenty

and odd years ago, but also to the newer generation, who h^ve \yitnes3ed many ™P/ovement3 in the

construction of catchers' mitts. Material throughout is best obtainable and \ve select for the face only

leather which is perfectly tanned, because of the peculiar stretching and molding process which enables

us to produce a perfect'

'pocket,'' with no seams or rough places of any kind on the face. Padded with

best hair felt, metal eyelets and steel wire lacing, leather strap and brass. buckle Each, $8.00fastening at back

No. 8-0. Spalding "Professional ra*^K«.rc» Mitt Face of white buck, specially selected andV^icners ami

^^^^ quality procurable. Made without heel

pad; padding in accordance with the ideas of the best professional catchers. Sides and back of finest

quality calfskin, padded with the best hair felt, rawhide lacing at back, strap-and- Each, $7.p0buckle fastening, reinforced and laced at thumb. . . . • ^^^^^^^^^^^

Spalding "Perfection"

Catchers' Mitt No. 7-0

Leather finest quality calfskin;

padding best hair felt and everyother item of manufacture best

obtainable; patent lace back,

rawhide lacing; thumb rein-

forced and laced, double row of

stitching on heel pad, strap-

and-buckle fas- Each,$6.00tening at back. 1

Spalding "Black Leather"'

Mitt No. 7-OROf black leather, equal in qual-

ity to the leather in our No.7-0 Mitt, and every other de-

tail of manufacture similar to

that mitt.-' Each, $6.00ALL STYLES MADE IN RIGHTS AND LEFTS

No. 7-OR. Spaldint; "Black Leather"

Dont lei the"

lusl as Good" dealer persuade you into accept,ng any athletic article branded wuh some

u„kni«^ name. 1. may be for h,s interest to do so but not for yours. St.ck to .he Spaldmg Trade-Mark

and you are always saf*-

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fhASE

All of the Mitts listed on this page are full size for men's use, and in every particular and detail of

inanufacture yrill be found thoroughly up-to-date. Equipped with strap-and-buckle fastening at back;

reinforced and laced at thumb, and made with our patent laced back.

Spalding

"League" Mitt

Made of sl)ecial gray

tanned leather, very

soft and pliable,

leavily padded, and

without heel pad.

An old favorite.

Ko. 6-0. $4.00

SpaldingNo. OA Mitt

Extra large arid

heavily padded. Vel-

vet tanned brownleather face andspecial tanned lea-

ther fingerpiece and

back. Extremely

well made, anddouble row of stitch-

ing on heel pad.

No. OA. S2.00

Spalding

No. 0. Mitt

Face, sides and finger-

piece made of velvet

tanned brown leather

f.|and the back of selected

' asbestos buck, well pad-

No heel pad.

^lyjf bility.'^'^

No. O. Each, $2.50

«lI)ecker_Patent^ Mitt

Made with face, sides and fingerpiece of vel-

vet tanned brown leather and back of selected

asbestos buck, well padded and double row of

stitching on heel pad, with the addition of a

heavy piece of sole leather on back for extra

protection to the hand and fingers.

No. OX. Each, «3.00

Showing Back of No. OX Mitt

Spalding

Amateur Mitt

Made of extra quality as-

bestos buck, perspiration

proof, extremely tough

and durable. A very poi^

ular Mitt

No. A Each, « 1.50

>LL STYLES MADE IN RIGHTS AND LEFTS

'man behind the appreciates the merits of Spalding Catches' Mitts,

jtrive U) please.

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Spalding Youths' Mitt

Patent Lace Back

Spalding Practice Mitt

Patent Lace Back

Superior quality youths' mitt. Made

with extra quahty white buck face

and finger piece, extremely tough

and durable; well padded -reinforced

and laced at thumb and double row

of stitching oh heel pad; strap-and-

buckle fastening at back.

No. AB. Each. S I .OO

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Spalding Dollar Mitt

Patent Lace Back

Men's size. Face and back of

asbestos buck, sides of firm tanned

leather. Reinforced and laced at

thumb, double row of stitching

on heel pad; strap-and-buckle

fastening at back.

No. B. Each, $ I .OO

Men's size. Made throughout of

good quality oil tanned leather.

Reinforced and laced at thumb;strap-and-buckle fastenmg at back.

No heel pad.

No. D. Each, $ I .OO

Spalding Youths* Mitt

Patent Lace Back

Made with good quality gray

buck face and back, and oil

tanned leather sides ; rein-

forced and laced thumb;

strap-and-buckle fastening

at back. No heel pad.

AA. Each. 50c.

Spalding Junior Mitt

Patent Lace Back

Most popular mitt made; face

and back of asbestos buck;

well padded; laced thumb.

No heel pad^

No. CB. Each, 25c.

Men's size. Improved style. Face

and back of asbestos buck ; extra

heavily- padded; reinforced and

laced at thumb joint and double

row of stitching on heel pad.

No. 4. Each, 60c

Spalding No. 7 Mitt Spalding No. 5 Mitt

Face of asbestos buck; cranvas

back; good size and well padded

No. 7. Each, lOc.

ALL "styles made IN RIGHTS AND LJFTS

Improved style; face and back made

of asbestos buck; laced thumb;_well

padded and double row of stitching

on heel pad.

No. 5. Each, 25c.

'^^

and quality is never allowed to detenoratc.

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ALL THE MITTS DESCRIBED BELOW ARE EQUIPPED WITH STRAP-AND-BUCKLE FASTENING AT BACKSpalding First Basemen's Mitt

Highest quality material and workmanship and adapts itself

to the conformation of the hand without any necessity forbreaking in. The only really correct first basemen's mitt.Made of fine selected and specially tanned calfskin, ex-tremely well made throughout, leather lined and paddedto meet the special requirements of a baseman's mitt

;

rawhide lacing all around, double row of stitching onheel pad.

No. BX. First Basemen's Mitt. Each, $4.00

Spalding "Black Leather" First Basemen's MittSimilar to No. BX in design and finish, but made of a

superior quality of black leather.

No. BXRj Each, $4.00

rrofessional First Basemen's Mitt

Composed of same quality materials and workman-ship^ as in our No. BX First Basemen's Mitt. It has

no heel pad and is made up especially for professional

use.

No, BXS. First Basemen's Mitt. Each, $4.00

No. DX First Basemen's Milt

Men's size ; a good article at a moderate pwiv; madeof oak tan specially selected leather, laced all around;

double row of stitching on heel pad, a very easy

fitting mitt.

No. DX. First Basemen's Mitt. Each, S 1 .50

No. CX First Basemen's Mitt

Fine quality and finish ; made on same lines as No.

BX Mitt ; face of specially tanned drab leather ; back

of firm tanned brown leather, extra well padded at

wrist and thumb ; laced all around

No. CX. First Basemen's Mitt. Each, $2.CO

No. EX First Basemen's Mitt

An excellent mitt for boys ; made of good quality

white leather, laced all around ; double row of

stitching on heel pad, suitably- padded and will give

very good service.

No. EX. First Basemen's Mitt. Each, $ 1 .00ALL STYLES MADE IN RIGHTS AND LEFTS

The Spalding Trade-Mark represents as much on an athleticarlicle as the stamp of the United States Govern,

ment does on a five-dollar gold piece. In each case there is a guarantee implied that imoarts implicit confi.

dence in its reliability to the purchaser or one who receives.

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.BASELball

SPALDING FIELDERS' MITTS

The easiest, most pliable and best

made fielders' mitt ever made.

Molded brown calfskin face; extra

full thumb, laced; leather lined

iind strap-and-buckle fastening at

back.

No. 3C. Each, S3.00

Spalding "Black Leather" Field-

ers' Mitt. Made of specially tan-

ned black leather and similar in

quality otherwise to No. 3X.

No. 3XR. Each, $2.5^

Made of the very best and softest-

white tanned buckskin; the thumb

and at wrist is extra well padded;

laced thumb, leather lined; strap-

and-buckle fastening at back.

No. 3X. Each, S2.50

Spalding No. 4X Fielders' Mitt

qtvle much improved; made of specially tanned drab

iSer well padded with fine felt, leather lined and

i^rSy sS and finished; laced thumb, strap-

and-buckle fastening at back.

No. 4X. Fielder's Mitt. Each, ,S 1 .50

Spalding No. 5X Fielders' Mitt

An exceedingly good mitt at a popular P{ice; the face

made SwWte tinned buckskin, brown, leather back^

SI thS constructed throughout m a most, sub-

stantial mTnner; strap-and-bucW fastening at back.

No. 5X. Fielders' Mitt. Each. ^UQO

SPALDING BOYS' FIELDERS' MITTS

A substantial mitt for boys; made throughout of a

good quality brown cape leather well padded and

laced thumb, and without doubt the best mitt of the

kind ever sold at the price.

'

No. 6X. Boys' Fielders' Mitt. Each, 50c

Made of asbestos buck, well padded and substantially

made; lac'ed thumb,

No. 7X. Boys' Fielders' Mitt. Each, 25c

AUU STYLES WADE IN RIGHTS AND LEFTS

You hear o.^vlea^^^^d^-^5-^^^^

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miAll the gloves described "e.ow are made regurar.y with Web of leather between Th'!:iT_ This can be cut out very easMy if not required.

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Spalding Professional Infielders' GloveOur best Infielders' Glove is made up on lines suggestedby prominent professional players, and the buckskin used

ohtSn^'^P.^truction IS the finest we have been able toobtam.

_It IS heavily padded around edges and extending

rL".? n"^' iH "^^ 5"^"" ^'^^ fi"« q^^lity felt Ha!W.htr'^' ^""a

'' "^^^^ ^^^^^ ^o"8^ to protect the wrist.We have spared no expense to make this absolutely thf

XT„ best Infielders' Glove ever made.

No. PX. ^Infielders' Glove. Each. $3.00Black leather professional style. Quality of materialand workmanship, also general design similar to No PXAn absolutely highest quality infielders' glove

No. EX. Each, $3.00Spalding Regulation Infielders' Glove

This glove has retained its popularity for years, andto-day ,3 acknowledged to be one of the most practSstyles on the market. Made of selected velvet tannedbuckskm, lined and correctly padded with finest felt,

Highest quality workmanship throughout.No. 2X, Each, $2.50

Spalding No. 2XS Infielders* GloveA special glove with features that will appeal to theprofessional player Made extra long, of selectedvelvet tanned buckskin, lined and lightly padded. Has

no heel pad.No. 2XS. Each, $2.50

Spalding No. AX Infielders' GloveMade throughout of specially tanned calfskin. Paddedwith best quality felt; has no heel pad, and is made extralong to protect wrist. Highest quality workmanship

throughout.No. AX. Each, $2.50

Spalding No. XL Infielders' GloveMade in style similar to our No. PX professional glove,but of. white tanned horsehide. Has no heel pad and is

made extra long.

No. XL. Each, $1.5O

? BASE^BALLand First Finger.

A good all-

aroundglove,improves!style. Madeof good qual-

ity white tan-

ned horse-hide, wellpadded andleather lined.

^0. X.

Each,SI.50

^^__ STYLES MADE IN ftlCHTS AND LE

The bas€ ball player needs gloves that are suited to his requirements and he is certain that he is getting themwhen he sees the Spalding Trade-Mark stamped thereon.

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>''Jf.'K ?BASE^BALL

Ml the Gloves described below are made regularly with Web of leather between Thumb and First Finger. This

can be cut out very easily if not required.

SPALDING MEN'S SIZE INFIELDERS' GLOVES

^ well made glove, im-)roved style. Made of ex-ra fine quality browneather, well padded;louble row of stitching

on heel pad.

^0. 15. Each. s'l.OO

Made in professionalstyle, with no heel padand extra heavily paddedarou'nd edges and well upinto the little finger. Ma-terial same as in No. 15.

No. I5L. Each. S J.^5

Made of good quality soft

suede tanned white

leather, leather lined,nicely padded; double rowof stitching on heel pad.

No. 12. Each, 7 6c

A good glove, full size,

improved style. Finequality soft tanned whiteleather, nicely padded;double row of stitching

on heel pad.

No. I 6. Each, 50c.-

SPALDING YOUTHS' SIZE INFIELDERS' GLOVES

Our best youths' glove, profes-

sional style, made throughout

of selected velvet tanned buck-skin. Quality of material,work-manship and style same as our

No. PX best men's glove; an

article of particular merit.

No. PXB. Each, $2.00

A good youths' size glove.

Made of fine quality white

tanned horsehide. Similar in

material, workmanship and

style to our No. X men's

glove.

No. XB, Each, S I .OO

Professional style glove, well madeif soft tanned whiteleather.heavily)added around edges and at wrist.

^ first-class article in every way.

No. 14. Each, 50c.

A professional style youths' glove;made of asbestos buck, withoutheel pad, and nicely padded at

wrist and around edges..

No. 19. Each, 25c.

Youths' size. Made of asbestos

buck and well padded; double rowof stitching on heel pad. Goo(i

quality throughout.

No. 18. Each, 25c.

ALL STYLES MADE IN RIGHTS AND LEFTS

We want the trade of every man interested in athletics who takes a pride m the implement or outfit he pes-

We know we can hold his trade if we can once get hun to use an article of our manufacture.

Spalding athletic goods sell themselves to people who want what is just tight in the athletic line.

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SpaldingSim Protecting

MaskThis mask is used by

practically all cat-

chers on leagxie, col-

lege and semi-pro-

fessional teams. Thepatent sun shade

protects the eyes without

obstructing the view.Mask is made throughout

of finest steel wire, extra

heavy black enameled.

Fitted with molded leather

chin strap, hair filled pads

and special elastic head

band

No. 4-0. EachT, S4.00

?BASEi^BALL

SpaldingSpecial League Mask

Black EnameledFor the ordinary player there

is no mask more suitable than

our League style which is madeon our special form as approved

by the best players in this

country. Extra heavy and best

annealed steel wire black en-

ameled. Fittings of best qual-

ity throughout.

No. 2-0. Each, S2-50.

SpaldingAmateur MaskBright Wire

Same size and general style of

the League mask. Substan-

tially made and warranted per-

fectly safe.

. No. A. Each, $ I .OO '

SpaldingBoys* Amateur Mask

Bright WireExactly , same quality as our

No. A mask, only smaller in

size. An absolutely safe maskfor boys.

No. B. Each, S I .OO~

Spalding

Neck Protecting MaskCareful players realize the

value of the neck protecting

attachment with which this

mask is fitted. The arrange-

ment is made so as not to in-

terfere in the slightest with

free movements and it affords

,

absolute protection, to the neck.

Finest steel wire, extra hea\y

and black enameled to prevent

reflection of light.

No. 3-0. Each, $3.00 -

Spalding

Regulation League MaskMade of heavy, soft annealed

steel wire. Well finished and

reliable in every particular.

Black Enameled -

No. OX. Each, $2.00

Bright Wire

No. O. Each^SI.50

Spalding

Regulation Mask

Bright Wire

Made in same style as our

Amateur mask, but without

head or chin piece. Warranted.

No. L. Each, 75c.

Spalding

Youths' MaskBright Wire

Well padded. No head or

chin piece.

No. C. Each, 50c.No. D. Each, 25c.

There is no "jockeying" allowed in quality any more than in the price of Spalding Athletic Goods, andwe know the public appreciates the policy of standard goods at absolutely fixed prices, in which then-

interest not only commences with purchase, but continues by a liberal guarantee of the manufacturer, bothas to quality of material and workmanship

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SPAIDING INFLATED BODY PROTECTORSWe were the first to introduce an inflated body protector, made under the Gray patent, and the method usedthen has been retained in the improved style, with the addition of a special break at the bottom which makeft

it more pliable and convenient.Made of best rubber, inflated with air. When notIn use can be rolled into a very small packag»

after air is let out.

No. 3-0 No. 2 O

No. 3-0. Full protection, large size. Covermg ofspecial imported material, and in every particularthe best p'-otector made. Each, $8.00

No. 2-0. Full protection, large size. Best gradecovering and a very durable protector. $6.00

No. O. League catchers' protector. Same in everyparticular as we have been supplying f'^>* years to

most of the prominent League catcher.'- $5.00

Nos. O, I and M No. 2

No. I . Amateur catchers' protector. Quahty and de-sign same as we have been furnishing for yearspast. Full size. . , Each, $3.SO

No. M. Interscholastic catchers' protector; full size

and very well made. . Each, $2.7

&

No. 2. Youths' catchers' protector. Well made andgood size. ... Each, $2.0O

Spalding

Pitchers'

Toe Plates

Athorough pro-tection to theshoe and a mostvaluable assist-

ant in pitching.

Made for rightor left shoe.

./T^-^^-^V. Spalding Umpires' Body Protectors

Umpires' body pro-

tector; large size, best

quality. Give length

and width required

when ordering

No. L. Each.SlO.bO

Umpires' body pro-

tector, special design,

best quality. Givelength and width re-

quired when ordering.

No. s No. 'S. Each.S I O.OO

BAS£<^

Spalding Base Ball Bases

Complete with straps and spikes. Three bases to a set.

League Club Bases, extra quality canvas, end quilted.

No. O. Per set, $6.00

Canvas Bases, well made, not quilted.

No. I. Per set, S4.50

Canvas Bases, ordinary quality.

No. 2. Per set, $3.00 *

Spalding Home Plates

Made in accordance with National League regula

tions and of extra quality white rubber.

No. I . Complete with pins. Each, $8.00

Composition Home Plate

Composition Home Plate, very durable in quality and

regulation size and shape.

No. C. Each, S3.50

Spalding Boundary Plates for Batsman's Box

nMarks the four inside comers of the batsman's box.

Made of extra quality white .rubber. In addition to

being a guide for the umpire in keeping the batsmanwithin his box,- it greatly assists him in his decisions

on t>alls and strikes. Four comers, complete with pins-

No. 5. Per set, $ 1 O.OO

Spalding Pitchers* Box Plates^ULL

Made in accordance with National League regulations

and of extra quality white rubber.

No. 3. Complete with pins. Each, $6.00

Spalding Foul Flags

^Made of bunting, 18x24 inches, any color; 1 letter

stitched on each side. Complete with 7-foot spear-

head staff.

Each, SI.50

Patent "Angle" Steel Measuring Tape

Especially adapted for laying off base ball diamonds, tennis courts and all kindsof athletic fields, both outdoors and indoors.

Complete directions and diagrams showing how to use this patent tape furnished

with every measure. Steel tape enclosed in hard leather case, flush handles, all

mountings nickel-plated. Accuracy guaranteed.

No. A. 50 feet long, a inch wide; graduated feet, inches and eighths. Each, S4.00No. B. 100 feet long, ^ inch wide; graduated feet, inches and eighths. 6.76

With this Patent Angle Tape one person can easily secure accurate right angles, yet the tape is equal to any

other for straight or any kind of measuring.

Why aic Spalding Athletic Goods unpopular with the " Just as Good " dealer ? Because the so<alled"

Just as Good " goods are made and sold so much cheaper to such a dealer

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miSpalding Bat Bags

No. 2. Heavywaterproofcanvas, lea-

ther reiri-

forced atends; holds 12bats. $3.00

No. 3. Same as above ; to hold 6 bats. Each, S 1 .75^Individual Bat Bags

No. O I . SoleLeather BatBag, for twobats; used byall league players. . . Each, S3.OO

No. 02. Heavy waterproof canyds, leather cap at

both ends. . . .' *

.

Each, $1.25No. 03. Heavy canvas, leather cap at one end. .§0

Special Club Bat Bag

For League clubs particularly we are making a special

bag of extra heavy sole leather, with rounded ends ofgalvanized iron, riveted, to reinforce leather ends;fastened with three heavy brass harness buckles andstraps; extra heavy leather handle at each end forcarrying; 14 inches in diameter; will hold three dozenfull size bats. Just the thing for clubs with schedules

requiring any amount of traveling.

No. 7. League Bat Bag. Each, $25.00

Spalding Uniform Bags

No. 5. Combined Uniform and Bat Bag in styWsimilar to our regular uniform bags, but furnishedwith extra compartment to c^ry one bat. BestCanvas. . . . Each, $3.00

No. 4. Individual Uniform Bag.Made of best quality browncanvas ,withtwoleatherhandlesand strap-and-buckle fasten-ings. Will hold suit, shoes,and other necessary articles.

Each, S2.00Lettering on any of above bags extra. Prices on

application.

The convenientpacking of uni-

forms in a man-ner that will notwrinkle and soilsame, and to beeasily carried, is

an important item to every player. We have designeda roll or bag which answers all requirements. It is

substantially made, very durable, and has separatecompartments for shoes, etc.

No. I. Best canvas. . Each, $2.50)

No. 2. Fine bag leather. " 5.00

Score BooksWe are making all our base ball score booksnow according to the Morse system.For the convenience of those who have become accustomed to the old style,

however, we will supply No. 2 only as made- formerly.

No,

POCJICET SCORE BOOKSPaper, 7 games.' I Oc. | No. 2. Board, 22 gamea

No. 3. Board, 46 games. Each, 50c.jtot-Ua SCORE BOOKS

No. 4. Board, 30 games. » .75 I No. 6. Cloth, 90 games.No. 5. Cloth, 60 games., . .25 | No. 7. Cloth, 120 games

Score cards. Each, 5c. Per doz., 25C{r'

25c.

SI.502.00

Spalding Umpire Indicator

No. O. Made of cellu-

loid; exact size, 3x1 1-2

inches.. Endorsed and

used by all League um-

pires. . Each, 50c.

Spalding Scoring Tablet

No. I . A simple,convenient and accu-rate device for therecord of runs andouts. It is made ofcelluloid and can becarried in any vestpocket. Each, 25c.

/(liiiKia:!;i'"aiiKi-'«

>^ l^VISITINOour . , CLUB

if '"•

SPACPIWCysCORiNC IMttT

A definite policy wins in the end. The Spalding policy is to make the best article and sell at a fair fixed price

all consumers "dlike. Such a policy is winning reputation and increased business for A. G. Spalding & Bros,

daily, both among users of athletic goods and dealers that sell them.

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IfOR over a quarter of a century we have made the suits worn by the best players in this country,* outfitting all the league clubs and colleges. To-day we are turning out uniforms which possessall the advantages made possible by our accumulated experience during that period, aided by a fac-

tory equipment second to none.The Nos. 0, 1 and 2 uniforms listed below are furnished in the following colors: White, Pearl

Gray, Yale Gray, Light Gray, Black, Green, Maroon, Royal Blue, Navy Blue, Brown and Cardinal.Sample books showing all colors and qualities will be mailed on application to any team, togetherwith measurement blank, tape measure and full instructions for measuring players for uniforms.

The Spalding Uniform No. Highest Grade MadeWorkmanship and material in this uniform is of the very highest quality throughout. Used exclusively

by all league and professional clubs for years past is sufficient evidence of its quality and durability

THE SPALDING UNIFORM No.O. Complete $15.00 <ll 1 CANet price to clubs ordering for Entire Team^ Suit, *P I Zi , JUSpalding Shirt, any style

|Spalding Cap, any style

Spalding Pants, aily style B Spalding Web Belt, leather linedSpalding Stockings, No. 3-0

No. 3-OS Striped Stockings in stock colors furnished at No ExtraCharge if desired ; Special Colors Extra—with single suit, 60o. per pair;

with order for entire team, 25c. per pair. •

No extra chargefor lettering shirts with name qfclvb ruyrfordetachable sleeves.

pj^^k The University Uniform No. 1In workmanship and quality of material our University Uniform

No. 1 is equal to our No. Uniform, but slightly lighter.

UNIVERSITY UNIFORM No. 1. Complete $12.50 d» t H 00Net price to clubs ordering for Entire Team. Suit, »P I \J »\J\J

University Cap, any style

'ebfUniversity Shirt, any style

University Pants, any style U UniversityWeb Belt, or all leatherUniversity Stockings, No. IR

No. IRS Striped Stockings in stock colors furnished at No ExtraCharge if desired; Special Colors Extra—with single suit, 50c. per pair:.

with order for entire team, 25c. per pair.

No extra chargefor lettering shirts with name of club norfordetachable sleeves.

The Interscholastic Uniform No. 2Made of same grade of material as our higher priced uniforms, but oflighter weight. This is one of our most popular suits and will give

the best of satisfaction. Can usually be worn two seasons.

INTERSCHOLASTIC UNIFORM No.2. Complete $10.00 d» Q AANet price to clubs ordering for £'n<ir0 Team. . Suit, *Pt/..Vy vy

Interscholastic Shirt, any style D Interscholastic Cap, any style

Interscholastic Pants, any style D Interscholastic Web BeltInterscholastic Stockings, No. 2R

No. 2RS Striped Stockings in stock colors furnished at No Ejctra Charge if

desired; Special Colors Extra—with single suit, 50c. per pair; vrith orderfor entire team, 25c. per pair.

No extra charge for lettering shirts with name of clubnorfor detachable sleeves.

We have on hand a special flannel. Royal Purple, dyed particularly for teams connected with theOrder of Elks. While we do not reconmiend that this be made up solid color in suits, still it makes abeautiful combination as trimming on white flannel, and we are making these uniforms now in that

way in our Nos. 0, 1 and 2 qualities only.

CMIUSTOPHER MATHZWSONN«i¥ Tork National L«ague Team

It is our policy to treat all with whom we come in cootact in a (air manner. We believe the consumer

appreciates the (act that th« dealer who handles our athletic good) can make a legitimate ptofit Spalding

AdJetic Good* are made to be med by reasonable people and no reasonable man expect* anyone to work

and use hi* <;apital ior nothing. ,

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The Club Special Uniform No. 3CLUB SPECIAL UNIFORM No. 3,

Net price to clubs ordering for Entire Team.^-*reS$6.ooWhite.Pearl Gray,Yale Gray.Light GrayBlack.

Maroon, v,

Royal Blue,Navy Blue,/Brown.^Cardinal.V

Club Special Shirt, any styleClub Special Pants, any style

Club Special Cap, any style

Club Special Web Belt v

Club Special Stockings, No. .^R

No. 3RS Striped Stockings in stock colors furnished at No ExtraCharge if desired; special eobrs extra-^with single suit, SOc. per pair;

with order for entire team, 25e. pef pair.

Made of good quality flannel

in a variety of very desirable

patterns. Well finished anda most excellent outfit for

amateur clubs.

/Vrt extra charge for lettering

shirts with name of clvb nor

for dcfarhnhJp sleeves.

The Amateur Special Uniform No. 4Made of good quality flannel, and compares favorably with uniformsof other makers quoted at a much higher price. Very popular with

the younger base ball players.

AMATEUR SPECIAL UNIFORM No. 4. Complete $5. 00 <f» A 00Net price to clubs ordering for Entire Team. Per suit, CP T* .UwWhite, Maroon,

[]Amateur Special Shirt, any style

Light Gray. Navy Blue. Amateur Special Pants, paddedBlue Gray, > Green. Amateur Special Cap, styles 21

No extra charge for lettering and 5 only.shirts with name of cluh nor Amateur Special Web Belt

for.detachable sleeves. U Amateur Special Stockings, 4RNo. 4P,S Striped Stockings furnished, if desired, atNo Extra Charge,

but in stock colors only.

The Spalding Junior Uniform No. 5This uniform is made expressly for clubs composed of bo^s ^nd

youths, and will stand the hardest kind of wear.

SPALDING JUNIOR UNIFORM No. 5. Complete $4.00 (t ^' 00Net price to clubs ordering Nine or more Uniforms. Suit, %\^J -\J\J

•^****^ N

^

Maroon, Blue Gray,Green, Brown Mix.

No extra charge for lettering

shirts with name of cluh norfor detjochahle sleeves.

Spalding Junior Shirt, any style

Spalding Junior Pants, paddedSpalding Junior Cap, styles 21Spalding Junior Belt [and 5 onlySpalding Junior Stockings

No. 4RS Striped Stockings- furnished, if desired, at No Extra Charge,but in stock colors only.

CHARLES A.J|ENDER

Philadelphia American League Team« (Athletics)

The Spalding Youths' Uniform No, 6THE SPALDING YOUTHS' UNIFORM No. 6 Complete $2.00Net price to clubs ordering Nine or m^ore Uniforms. .... Per suit.

Very well made of good quality|| The Spalding Youths' Shirt, button \nt. with one felt letter only

The Spalding Youths' Pants, paddedThe Spalding Youths' Cap, style 21

The Spalding Youths' B#The Spalding Youths' Stockings

$1.75

Gray material.

No 4RS Striped Stockings fur-

nished, if desired, at no extracharge, but in stock colors only

A vacillating policy m business finance leads to failure. A vacilUting policy in the matter of quality leads to

deterioration and dissatL'iaction. A vacillating policy as to pace )eads to dishonesty Tlie Spalding Policy »distinctly opposed to vacillation. A fair fixed price, uniformity and excellence of quality and a definite

guarantee—js the Spalding Policy in a autskelL

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Spalding

Base Ball CoatsMade of base ball flannel, trimmed

with different colors on collar, cuff?

and pockets. Large pearl buttons on

front. Best of workmanship through-

out. In ordering state color of ma-

terial and trimming desired.

Sample cards showing quality and

colors, also special measurement

blanks furnished on application.

Either style trimming ghown at same

price. No extra charge for one felt^^^.^^ ^ triM-MINC.

letter on each sleeve.

No. O. Double breasted coat. Each, $10.SOTo clid)S purchasing with uniforms or niiie or more coats at one time. Each, $9.60

No. 1 . Double breasted coat. Each, $ i O.OO _To clubs purchasing with uniforms or nine or more coats at one time. Each, $9.00

No. 2. Double breasted coat. Each, $8.SOTo cM)s purchasing with uniforms or nine or more coats at one time. Each, $7.SO

No. OS. Single breasted coat. Each, $ I O.OOTo clubs purchasing with uniforms »r nine or more coats at oie time. Each, $9.00

No. IS. Single breasted coat. Each, S9.00To clubs purchasing with uniforms or nine or more coats at one time. Each, $8.00

No. 2S. Single breasted coat. Each, SS.OOTo clubs purchasing with uniforms or nine or more coats at one time. Each, $7.00

STYLE A TRIMMING

Spalding Vest Sweater

Very popular

with base ball

players.

Made of best

quality wor-

sted, mediumweight. Pearl

buttons downfront. Madeup in Gray only.

Spalding and athletics seem natural.

Spalding and sport seem intertwined.

Spalding and quality are synonymous.

Spalding Jersey Shirts

To be worn with base ball

suits.

Made with solid gray bodies

and striped sleeves, any

color desired.

No. I6X. Each. S2.7 5

The Pittsburg Club has adopted this style of collar-

less jersey, to be worn under the flannel shirt, the

sleeves of which extend only to the elbow, displaying

the striped jersey sleeves underneath and matchingthe striped stockings.

Spalding and guarantee mean something

Spalding and success are constant.

Spalding and Trade-Mark arc a valuable combinatioa.

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Spalding Base Ball Shirts, Separate each

'The Spalding" Shirt, any style, with name of club. S6.00' University " Shirt, any style, with name of club -,

5.00'Interscholastic" Shirt, any style, with name of club. 4.00' Club Special " Shirt, any style, with name of club. 2.75'Amateur Special' ' Shirt.any style, with name of club. 2.00'Junior" Shirt, any style, with name of club. ^1.50

Be sure to send measure-

ments when ordering.

Sjnlding Base Ball Pants, Separate

"•The Spalding" Pants, any style.

"University" Pants, any style." Interscholastic " Pants, any style" Club Special " Pants, any style.

" Amateur Special " Pants, padded" Junior " Pants, padded. .

No. O.No. 1.

No. 2.No. 3.No. 4.No. 5.

No extra charge for detachable sleev

No. O.No. I.

No. 2.No. 3.No. 4.No. 5.

Per pair, «6.005.003.752.752.001.50

When ordering, give measurements as shown in diagram at bottom of page.

How to Order Base Ball Uniforms

Samples of flannels and special measurement blanks mailed to clubs,

and others interested on application. If in a hurry for uniforms and

no sample or measurement blanks on hand, follow the mstructions Igiven below, give us an idea of color desired and we will use our

Elastic Bottom judgment in getting up. same.^^^

How to Woasure for Shirt

of collarState size

worn.Length of sleeve fromshoulder to wrist with

arm raised and bentTas shown in diagram

, (2 to 4).

Size around chest (5-5)

.

-Yoke (7 to 8).

How to Measure for Pants

OrseimfU'waist-band to 8 inches below knee

In-feim^from crotch to 8 inches below knee (5 to 6).

Around hips (7-7).r- r^ n

Gentlemen: Send us by .-.Express, C. 0. D

City - ^^"^2/

A. G. SPALDING & BROS.New York, Chicago, Denver, Baltimore Pluladelph i St.

Louis, San Francisco, Buffalo, Kansas Cit> New Orleans,

Pittsburg, Syracuse, Washington, Minncipohs Boston,

Montreal, Canada London, England 'Hamburg Germany

NOTICEA Deposit of 25 Per Cent. Must Accompany Orders.

Wanted for Game, Date

Must be Shipped, Date.

....""""Uniforms of the following description, viz.:

Color Style of Shirt, Lace or Button .with the privilege of examining

Quality of Uniform Sample Card No

Lettering on oniri uvw c.i-w "- ^-^- u-j- —- --

State whether Full Length, Elbow or Detachable Sleeves

tstate whether Elastic, Tape or Plain Bottoms) State Padd^ng orNo^

Colors of Cap On Mo. 5 Caps state color wanted for band Color of Belt

...^tyle of Cap .

.Color of Stockings

NAMES

SHIRTS PANTS

CollaChe$t.

5-5

Yoke.7 to 8

Out.Seam2

Arouni

Hips.

7-7

Hose Sho REMARKS

-'''^:::z::!j^^:^-=S^^'!^^°"^'^^

^^\Amo\ Trade-Marked Athletic Goods are not intended for ornaments, and they don't always look S*

pSafsimiax gooff of Sher mantJacturers who oftentimes cater to the artistic and «jhet.c^^^de£ "th« San tTd^e requirements and necessities of the boy and

r'^'"*.'i''''°r"^'b^!o in mn«Kbly if" uTmanufacSers had to back up a guarantee like the Spaldu>g. they nu^ «o m more fo,

strength and utility and less for beauty.

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SPALDING BASE BALL CAPSCaps with the Spalding Trade-Mark have always been distinctive for good workmanship and durable ma-*erial. Several improvements, making for comfort particularly, which we have included in the two best grades

vre know will be welcomed by players who appreciate the really good points of a first-class article. In order-

,

ing caps be sure to state style number or name, size, quality and color. Colors in each quality are the sameag the corresponding quality of base ball uniforms.

Quality— White, Pearl Gray, Yale

Gray, Light Gray, Black, Maroon,

Royal Blue, Navy Blue, Browr^^

Green, Cardinal, . _ Each. S I . I O

tJo. 5—Chicago Stjle Made in 0, ist,

2d, 3d, 4tli and Sth qualities.

1st Quality—White, Pearl Gray, Yale


Royal Blue, Navy Blue, Brown,

Green, Cardinal. . Each. $ I .OO

2d Quality-White, Pearl Gray, Yale


Royal Blue, Navy Blue, Brown,

Green, Cardinal. . Each, 90c.

3d Quality—White, Pearl Gray, Yale

Gray, Light Gray, Black, Ma-roon, Royal Blue, Navy Blue,

Brown, Cardinal. . Each, 70c.

Uh Quality—White, Light Gray, Blue

Gray, Maroon, Navy Blue and

Green.. . , . Each. 50c.

No. 21—College Style. Made in all

qualities.

No. 25—Boston St>le Made in 0, I51»

2d and 3d qualities.

No. 17— Brooklyn Style. Made in O,1st, 2d and 3d qualities only.

No.,s-Ph,ladelph,aS.^le Made in 0,5th Quality-mroon, Green, B\ne

1st. 2d and 3d qualities only. 11 Gray, Brown Mix. . Each. 2bc,

Cuts of Nos, 5, 23, 15 and 17 style caps show how we are how maKifig these m our No. and No. 1 qualities

-with pliable stitched visor and ventilated crown, without lining and with a piece of perspiration proof material

inserted inside sweat band. In other qualities visor is left plain and ventilated crown and perspiration proofband is not supplied. Style No. 15 is furnished with stitched visor in all qualities specified under cut.

We make a specialty of supplying caps with special embroidered

designs and lettering. Prices will be quoted promptly on appli-

cation. Be sure to state whether hand or machine embroidery

is required, and if possible send design full size with your inquiry.

In every case designs or lettering of any kind on caps will be

charged for extra.

EmblemsMade of chenille, good qual-

ity, and nicely finished.

Made in three sizes. Anydesign.

Small size, for caps, 26«

Athletic Goods made by A. G. Spalding & Bros, will give satisfaction when subjected to fair usage. Wewant to know about any that do noL

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BEUS

SPALDING LEATHER. BELTS

No. ao4. English hand made, 1 1-4 inch

bridle leather belt. Black only. Heavily

nickeled harness buckle. Each, $ i .00

N6. 802. Buff or Brown leather belt, lined with patent leather, 1 1-4 inch wideN6. 80 I . Fine 1 1-2 inch leather belt. Black or Tan. Heavy harness buckle.

No. 8OO. Tan or Black leather belt, 1 1-4 inch wide. Fine harness buckle.

No. 725 . 11-4 inch heavy leather, heavy nickeled harness buckle. Colors : Tan,

Orange or Black. , . . '

No. 754, 1 1-4 inch nickel harness buckle. Colors: Tan or Oirange.

SPALDING WORSTED WEB BELTS

No. 803. ! Fine Hogskin, selected leather.

Light =Tan color. Heavy nickeled buckle,

with flap. * , Each » 1 .00

Each, 75C.60c.60c.

60c.40c.

COLORSNo. A, Red No. E, Black(M). B, Royal Blue No. F, WhiteNo, C, Navy Blue' No. ^, MaroonNo. D, Brown No. K, Old Gold

No. 0-O. Special Leag-iie Belt, 2 1-2 inches

wide, leather lined, large 'nickel - plated

buckle. . , Each, 85c.

No. 2-0. 2 1-2 inches wide, large nickel-

, plated buckle, .' Each, eoc.

No., 2. 2 1-2 inches wide^ double strap,

leather covered buckles. Each, 50c»

No. 47.

buckle.

2 1-2 inches wide. leather covered

Each, 50c.

SPALDING COTTON WEB BELTS

Slocking. They ^rc all wool, li;

BANDAGES

SPALDING STOCKINGSOur "Higliest Quality" Stockings arc superior to anything ever offered for athletic wear, and combine all the essentials of

vhitc feet, are Ireavy ribbed, full fashioned,, hug the leg closely but comfortably, anddurable. The weaving is of an exclusive and unusually handsome design.

No. 3-0. Plain colors, white feet. . . . .''_

pair, SI.50Colors: Black, Navy and Maroon.

. Other colors to order only. Pieces on application.

No. 30S. Striped, white feet, made to order only, any color. Per pair, $ i .75Striped Ribbed Stockings

Best quality, all wool; stripes 2-inch, alternate. Colors: Scarlet and Black, Navy and Red, Orange.mil Black, Maroon and White, Royal Blue and White, Navy and White. Other colors to order

pnly; prices on application.

No. IRS. Heavy weight, 'si.25 No. 2RS. Medium weight, $ ^.OONo. 3RS. Good weight, 80c. ,

Striped Cotton StockingsNo. 4RS. Cotton striped. Same combinations of colors as above, but made onlywith one 4-inch stripe of second color mentioned around calf of leg. Pair,35c

.

Plain ColorsHeavy weight, all wool. . r . Per pair, S I . I OMedium weight, all wool " .90Good weight, wool legs and cotton feet. " 70Cotton " ' .25Colors; Black, Navy, Maroon, Royal Blue and Scarlet.

No. IR.No. 2R.No. 3R.No. 4R.

Shoulder Cap BandageIn ordering, give circumfer-ence around arm and chest

No. I. Cotton thread. S4.00No. I A. Silk thread, 5 . 5O

Knee Cap BandageIn ordering give circumferencebelow knee, at knee and just

above knee, andstate if

or strong;

pres-sure!

deJsired,

Cotton thread. S 1 .50Silk thread.^- 2.00

Spalding Elastic BandageComposed of threads of rubber com-pletely covered. Light, porous and

easily applied. Thepressure can beapplied wherevernecessary, follow-

ing all depressions or swellings with folding and un-varying uniformity. Quickly secured by inserting end

under last fold.

No. 30. Width 3 in. , 5 yds. long (stretched) S I .OONo. 2 5. Width 2 1-2 in. , 5 yds. long (stretched) . 75

Elbow BandageIn ordering give circumference aboveand below elbow, and state whether for

light or strong pressure.

No. 2. Cotton thread. S 1 .50No. 2A. Silk thread. 2.00

Ankle BandageIn ordering, give circumference aroundankle and over instep and state if light

or strong pressure is desired.

No. 6. Cotton thread. S 1 .50'

No. 6A. Silk thread. 2.

Wrist BandageGive circumference aroundsmallest part of wrist, andstate whether for light or

strong pressure.No. 6A. Silk thread. $ I .OONo. 6. Cotton thread. .75

Spalding Elastic Belt Our elastic football belt stretcheswith the length ofbody and may beattached to jacketand pants, thusforming one con-tinuous suit. Byclosely fitting th^

body the opposing player has less chance of tackling.Allows perfect freedom in all positions.

No. 1 . Width 6 inches. Each, $2.00

A catalogue should be something more than an illuitrated price liil of articles. It muil truthfully show thedesign, explain its use, place the comparative grade and fix an honefl net selling price. This is the purposeof the Spalding catalogue. Any catalogue that fails in the above particulars is misleading, if not d«:cptive.

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mi BASEBALL

Spalding

Highest Quality

Base Ball Shoe

No. 2-0Hand made throughout and ofspecially selected kangaroo leath-

er. No pains or expense has beenspared in making this shoe notonly thevery highest in quality ,butperfect in every other detail. Theplates are of the finest hand-forgedrazor steel and are firmly riveted

to heel and sole.

No. 2-0. Per pair. $7.00

Spalding

Sprinting

Base Ball Shoe/

No. 30'S

Made of selected kangaroo leather

and built on our famous runningshoe last. This shoe is strongly

made,and while extremely light in

weight, will be found substantial

in construction. Hand sewed anda strictly bench made shoe.

No. SOS. Per pair, $7.50

Spalding

"Featherweight'

Base Ball ShoeTheLightestBase BallShoeevermade,

SiieofShoe Weight SizeofShoc Weight5 17oz. 8 19oz.6 ITAoz. 9 20oz.7 1802.

Owing to the lightness andfineness of its construction it is"

suitable for the exacting ' de-mands of the fastest players, andis not intended fpr general useor for the ordinary player. Handsewed and a strictly bench made

shoe.

No. FW. Per pair, $7.50

Spalding

Club.Special

Shoe

Made of carefully selected satin

calfskin, machine sewed, very sub-stantially constructed, and a first-

class shoe in every particular.

Steel plates riveted to heel and sole.

No. O. Per pair, $5.00

Spalding

AmateurSpecial

Shoe

Made of good quality calfskin,machine sewed; a serviceable anddurable shoe, and one we canspecially recommend. Plates riv;

eted to heel and sole.

No. 35. Per pair, $4.00

Spalding Junior ShoeA leather shoe, complete withplates. Made on regular base ballshoe last and an excellent shoe for

junior teams.

No. 37. Per pair, $2.50

The Hackey Patent Ankle SupporterCPaUnted, May 12. 1897. A. G^SpaldinK & Bros., S<

Worn over or under stocking andsupport the ankle admirably, whilenot interfering in any way with freemovements. Relieve pain immedi-ately and cure a sprain in a remark-ably short time. In ordering,

give size of shoe worn.

No. H. Made of soft tanned- lea-

ther, best quality. Pair,$ I .OONo. SH. Good quality sheep-^skin, lined, bound, .and

jeinforced. Pair, 50c '

No. CH. Black duck, lined and bound. Pair, 25c.

Hatfield Base BaU Shoe Plate Protectors(Patented)

A great thing for

base ball playerswho cannot conven-

iently change their

ishoes at the grounds.

.

The protectors are put on in a moment and will not

come loose. No trouble about damaging hotel floors

when these protectors are worn, as- they are made of

sole leather.. Special elastic centre, adjusting to anysize shoe.

'

No. K.— Hatfield Protector. Per pair. S 1 .60

Spakling Trade-Marked Atfilctic Goods are popular with the users becaust of their reliability, standard

quaKty, and fixed net prices to all alike, regardless of quantity ordered, and popular and satisfactory with the

deaios btcautt we stand back of them with our guarantee of quality and fixed selling prices, which gives them,

a fair profit for dieir go-between work from factory to consumer.

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SUPPOKTERS ->!'?;'K

Spalding Elastic Supporter

No. 2 No 3

No. 2. With elastic pieces on side. Each. 50c.No. 3. Same as No. 2, but open mesh front. 50c.

Spalding Supporter

No. I . Of best Canton flan-

nel, one m box. 25c.

No. X. Same as No. 1. "but

cheaper m quality. 1 5 c

^^\ SUPPORTERS

Lower Abdomen Protector

Made of heavy sole leather,

well padded, with quilted lin-

ing and non-elastic bands, withbuckles at side and elastic at

back. The most satisfactory

and safest protector for box-

ing, hockey, foot ball, etc Noother supporter necessary with

this style.

No. S. Each. S3.00 "

Spalding Combination Foot Ball Glove

and Wrist Supporter

Designed by H B Conibear, Trainer, Uni-versity of Chicago The back of the handIS protected by a piece of sole leather,

and any strain to the wnst is avoided byleather strap supporter which forms theupper part of the glove. The glove doesnot interfere with the free use of thehand, and those m use last season were

highly commended by the players.

Made for nght or left hand.

No. 1. Each SI 25

Leather Wrist Supporters

No. 50. Grain leather, lined, single strap-

and-buckle. Each, 20c.IfpSK No. I OO. Solid belt leather, tan or black,

single strap-and-buckle^ Each, 25c.i No. 200. Solid belt leather, tan or black,

double strap-and-buckle Each, 40c.No. 300. Solid belt leather, tan or black,

laced fastening. Each. 25c.No. 400. Genuine pigskin, nicely lined, im-

proved English slitted stylf Each, 50c .

The "Spalding'

No. 70. Non-elas-

tic bands, knitted

sack Each-2 5jc.i

No. 7 1.' Elastic'

buttock bandsknitted sack.

Each, 35c.No. 72. Elastic bands, knitted

sack. Each. 50c.Fio. 73'/2- Elastic bands, silk

sack. Each, 75c.No. 76. Silk bands, finest silk

sack. Each, $ 1 .25

SUSPENSORIES"Old Point Comfort"

No. 2. Lisle thread sack, $ I ,00

No. 3. Fine silk sack, satin trim-

mings. Each. $ I .25

No. 4. Silk bands, satin trim-

mings, finest silk .sack, S i .50

Bike Jockey Strap Suspensory

For cyclists, ath-

letes, base ball,

foot ball, tennis

players, etc. All

elastic, no buck-

les. Clean, com-

fortable, and por-

ous. Three sizes

waist 22 to 28 inches , medium,

30 to 38 inches , large, 40 to 48

inches.

No. 5. Each, 7 5c.

Pat. Nov. 30, '87.

small, to fit

Comparatively few people realize how much care must be exercised in manufacturing an article designed for use

on the athletic Beld. We use the best wofionanship and matenaJ obtainable and our goods have stood the

test of time.

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: Jerseys

SPALDING NEW AND IMPROVED JERSEYSFollowing sizes carried in stock regularly in all qualities : 28 to 42 inch chest. Other sizes at an advanced price.

We allow tu'o inches for stretch in all our jerseys, and sizes are marked accordingly. It is

suggested, however, that for very heavy men a size about two inches larger than coat measurement

be ordered to insure a comfortable fit.

Our Extra Quality Jerseys Nos. IP and IPS listed on this page are full regular made ; that is, fashioned or

knit to exact shape and not cut out of a piece of material and sewed up on a machine as are the majority of

garments known as jerseys. Made of the finest Australian wool.

No. I P. Solid colors : Navy Blue, Black, Maroonand Gray. . . Each, $4.00

No. I PS. Full striped, two inch stripes in following

combinations of colors. Each, $4.50Orange and Black Gray and Royal Blue Scarlet and WhiteNavy and White Royal Blue and White Black and Royal Blue

Red and Black Columbia Blue and Navy and Cardinal

Gray and Cardinal White Maroon and White

No. I OPS. Full Striped, good quality worsted,

fashioned ; in same combinations of colors as

No. IPS. . . Each, $3.25

No. I OPX. Good quality worsted, fashioned ; solid

color bodies with alternate striped sleeves usually

two inches of sametfolor as body, with narrow stripe

of any desired color. Same combinations of colors

as No. IPS. Each, $3.00

No. I OP. Solid colorSjgood Quality worsted, fashioned;

same colors as No. IP. Each, $2.75

No. 1 2P. Solid colors, worsted ; same colors as

No. IP. . . Each, $2.25

No. I 2PS. F\irnished in same colors as No. IPS,.but

collar and cuffs not striped. Each, $2.50

Any other combinations of colors than above or different

width stripe, to order only, and at advanced price.

Quotations on application.

Sleeveless Shirt with Woven Sash

Best worsted, full fashioned body. Black, Navy Blue or

Maroon, with sash of any color.

No. I ER. Each, $6.00

Woven Letters, Numerals or Designs

We weave into our best grade jerseys, No. IP and No. IPSletters, numerals and designs in special colors as desired.

Prices quoted on application.

Designs submitted.

A majority of European shop-keepers permit of "bantering" for prices on their wares. Some Americjm deal-

ers have several prices for different people, quote high list prices and offer a flamboyant "special discount" as

to alluring bait : but A. G. Spalding & Bros, have one pric^ for all, adhere strictly |o it, and back up the sale

by a liberal guarantee as to quality. This is the Spalding Policy.

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SPALDING "PERFECT

S/iowiuf^ Trunks Buttoned to

ILCcrffct^ Vat. No possibitity

«f Slipping. Fit closely to the

Body,

Small i to 10 years.

'pHESE jackets are made of a fine quality air* tight rubber fabric, similar to that used in ourbase ball body protectors, the front and rear sectionsbeing inflated separately, making jacket particu-larly valuable as a life preserver, the air in evenone section being sufficient to keep a person afloat.

Gotten up in the shape of a vest it can be attachedto trunks or skirt of an ordinary bathing suit, andwhen shirt or waist is put on over the jacket it is

not apparent from the outside.

The only practical life preserving garments everdevised with any idea as to style and fit which arenot apparent when worn and which cannot slip orcome off. Made of vei-y finest materials, and withcare should last a lifetime. When not in use can

be rolled into a very small package.

No. OW. Women's Jacket. '.* Each, S7.50Bust measurement 32 to 3J,, 36 to 38, W to 4~.

No. 2M. Men's Jacket. . — .'*- Each, $7.5'0Chest measurement 32 to 36, 38 to 4^.

No. 3C. Children's. Two sizes. Each, $6.50Large (Youths' and Misses') 10 to 16 years. Special

Showing Tights and Skirts But-toned to Waist. A SwimmingCorset andWaistCombined,Pre-zeningtheContouroftheFigure,Can be Worn Without Detection.

sizes to order.

Cork Swimming Jackets and CollarsThe covering for these jackets and collars is a close woven canvas. The stuffing is the best quality groundcork. After the jackets and collars are properly stuffed they are put through a process of water-proofing.They will not soak up water as an ordinary life preserver, but will always remain buoyant. An invaluable

device for learning to swim The large jacket will float any size person.No. I. Jacket for Adults, weight 2'/ lbs. Each,$2.00

1 No. 2. Jacket for Children,weight l-'Ubs. Each. 1.75No. 3. Collars for Adults or Children. Each, $1 .OO

Waterproof Canvas Ba^sThese bags are made of canvas, linedwith rubber, and are thoroughlywaterproof; will hold bathing suit.

towels, brush, comb, etc.

No. 1 . Each, $1 .OOCotton Bathing Trunks

No.603. Fancystripes. 25c.N0.6O2. Solid

NavyBlue.35c.No. 60I. NavyBlue with either

red or whitestripes at bot-

tom. • . 50c.

Worsted Bathing TrunksWorsted, full fashioned, best quality,

in Navv, Black, White and Maroon.No. I . Each, S2.00

Cut worsted, in Navy and black.

No. 2. Each. $r .OO

Plain white.

Mo. i. Each, 2 6cVariegated colors.

No. 2. Each.35c

Ay^^a6k(^^k{er

Bathing Slippers

Made of white canvas, and withsole suflticiently heavy to give ab-solute protection to the feet with-out encumbering the swimmer.No. 13. Any size. Pair, 50c.

One Piece Bathing SuitsOne piece bathingsuit, men's sizes,

32 to 44 in, chest;fancy stripes, as-sorted patterns:button in front

No. 743.Per suit, 7 5c.

Boys' sizes, 24 to'.2 in. chest; fancytripes; variety ofatterns; button

in front.

No. 52 I B.

Per suit, 50c.One piece sleeve-

No. 743 ]gsg cotton bath- ^°- -*>

ing suit, solid Navy Blue; button at shoulders.

No. 50. Per suit, 75c.

A Jot of time is saved by the athletic supply dealer m promptly giving people Spalding goods. No quality

lecture is necessary. The Trade-Mark tells it alL

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iBathing\I Suits d

Spalding Two-Piece Bathing Suits ^re'^f^'ors.rJetrs^irt"''^*'""'*"

^

Cotton Suit. Plain Navy Blue Shirt and Pants. Sizes

28to44.

No. 605. Per suit, 75c.Cotton Suit, in Navy Blue, with either red or white

trimmings on shirt;plain pants. Sizes 28 to 44.

No. 606. Per suit, $ I .OO

J'inest quality Cotton Suit ; trimmed pants and shirts.

Colors : Navyand Red or Navy and White only. Sizes

28 to 44.

No. 60a. Per suit, $1.25Cotton Suit, fashioned with mercerized silk trimming,in following colors only: Navy trimmed Red, Navy

trimmed White. Sizes 28 to 44.

No. 28. Per suit, $ r ..50

Fine Quality Cut Worsted Suit, in plain Navy, Black or

Maroon. Sizes, 28 to 44.

No. 600. Per suit, $2.50 ^'

Worsted Suit, full fashioned, best quality, in plain

Navy, Black or Maroon. Sizes 28 to 44.

No. I I O. Per suit, $4.50Striped Worsted Suit, same quality as No. 110, mfollowing colors only; Maroon trimmed White, Blacktrimmed Orange, Navy trimmed^White. Sizes 28 to 44.

No. III. Per suft, S5.00

Fine quality Worsted Suit, with plain pants, either

Black or Navy Blue, and shirt striped two inches

each color alternately in following combinations: Redand Black, Red and White, Navy and Red, Black andOrange, Cardinal and Gray, Royal Blue and White.

Maroon and White. Sizes 28 to 44.

No. 396. Per suit, $3.OO '

Fancy Worsted Suit, with attractive striping on shirt

and pants, in following colors only: Black .trimmedR/;d. Navy trimmed Gray, Gray trimmed Navy, Navy

trimmed White. Sizes 28 to 44.

No. i 95, Per suit, $3.00 ' -^

Fine quality Worsted Suit, with attractive striping

on shirt and pants, in following colors only : Navytrimmed Gray, Navy trimmed White, Gray trimmed

Navy, and Navy trimmed Red. Sizes 28 to 44

No. 6 I 4. Per suit, $3.50Special quality Worsted Suit, with pure silk trimmingon shirt and pants, in following colors only: Navytrimmed White, Black trimmed Orange,Navy trimmedRed, Navy trimmed Columbia Blue. Sizes 28 to 44.

No. 395. Per suit, «4.00Extra quality fashioned Worsted Suit, with attractive

striping on shirt and pants, in following colors only:

Gray trimmed Navy, Navy trimmed Gray, Navytrimmed White. Sizes 28 to 44.

No. 295. Per suit, S5.50

^IIP^,

It is your pationagc we secjc, and we will delight in pleasing you. We ask but a trial and feel confident of

our ability to interest you in our goods.

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WhletkSWEAR /

/ATHLETiah WEAR. (

SpaldingjRunning, Jumping and Hurdling] Shoes

Running Shoes

This Running Shoe is made of

the finest Kangaroo leather; ex-

tremely light and glove fitting.

Best English steel spikes firmly

riveted on.

No. 2-0. Per pair, ?»5.5o

Finest Calfskin Running Shoe;

light weight, hand-made, six

spikes.

No. lO. Per pair, S4.50

Calfskin Running Shoe, machine

made; solid leather tap sole holds

spikes firmly in place.

No. I IT. Per pair, $4.00

Calfskin Running Shoe, machmemade.

No. II. Per pair, ss.oo

Cross CoonLry Shoes

Finest Kangaroo leather; low

broad heel, flexible shank, hand

sewed; six spikes on sole; with

or without spikes on heel.

No. I4C. Per pair. $5. 50

Jumping and Hurdling Shoe

Fine Kangaroo leather, hand-

made, specially stiffened sole,

and spikes in heel placed accord-

ing to the latest ideas to assist

jumper.

No. I4H. Perpau-, S5.50

Spalding

Standard

Satisfactory

ATHLETIC GCX)DS.

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krHLETICjWEAK c

*rHLETIC{>) WEAR. (

SPALDING ATHLETIC WEARIndoor Running Shoes

Made With or Without Spikes

Fine leather, rubber tipped sole, with spikes. Per pair, S4.00

Leather shoe, rubber tipped, with spikes. 3.50

Leather shoe, rubber tipped, no spikes. 2.50

Indoor Jumping ShoesMade With or Without Spikes

Hand-made, Best Leather Indoor Jumping Shoe, rubber soles.

No. 2 I O. Per pair, S5.00

Running Pants

No. I- White or Black Sateen,

flly front, lace back S 1 .25

No, 2. White or Black Sateen,

lace back, fly front. $•• -OO

No. 3. White or Black Silesia,

fly front, lace back 75c.

No. 4. White ©r Black Sflesia,

fly front, lack back. 50c .

Stripes down sides of any of these ninmng pants,

25c. per pair extra.

For suitable Sleeveless and Quarter SUeve Shirts see

jyreceding pages of Athletic Wear.

Competitors' NumbersPrinted on Heavy Manila Paper ox Strong Lineitj

LINEN2.503.755.007.5dlO.OO

MANILA

No. I. 1 to 50. Set. S .50No. 2. Ito 75. .75No. 3. 1 to 100. I .OONo. 4. Ito 150. f .50No. 5. 1 to 200. ' 2.00No. 6. Ito 250.

Athletic Grips

2.50 12.60

X3 X3PChamois Pushers

Made of fine chamois skin and used with running.

walking, jumping and other athletic shoes.

No. 5. Per pair, 25c.

Made of selected cork and shaped to fit the hollow of

the hand.

No. I. Per pair, I 5c.

Protection

for

RunningShoeSpikes

I

Made of thick

wood, shaped

and perfor-

ated to accomodate spikes of running shoes,

great convenience for runners.

No. N. Per pair, 75c.

We aie advertised by oui loving friends and we hope to add your name to our list of weU-wishcts

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Sweaters

The Spalding "Highest Quality" SweatersWe allowfour inchesfor stretch in all our Sweaters, and sizes are marked

accordingly. It is suggested, however, that for very heavy men a size about

two inches larger than coat measurement be ordered to hisure a comfortablefit.

Made of the very finest Australian lamb's wool, and exceedingly soft andpleasant to wear. They are full fashioned, to body and arms and without

seams of any kind. The various grades in our " Highest Quality " Sweatersare identical in quality and finish, the difference in price being due entirely

to variations in weight.

Our No. AA Sweaters are considerably heaviei: than the heaviest sweater

ever knitted and cannot be furnished by any other maker, as we haveexclusive control of this special weight

No. AA. Particularly suitable for foot ball and skating.

No. A. "Intercollegiate," special weight, \ ,

No. B. Heavy Weight, .. . ., »

No. C. Standard Weight,

Heaviest sweater made, $7.50.6.00

. 5.00

. 4.00'Colors: White, Navy Blue, Black, Gray, Maroon and Cardinal. Other colors to order. Prices on applicatiort

All made with 9 -inch collars^ sizes, 28 to 44 inches.

Striped

Same quality as our

Ho. B. Sizes, 32 to 42

inches. Colors: Red and

Black, Navy and Red,

OrangeandBlack ,Navyand White. Stripes 2

inches wide.

No. BS. Each, $6.00Any other combina-

tion of colors to order

only at an advanced

price.

Ribbed

Sweaters Shaker Sweaters

Sweaters

Our No. 9 Sweater is

made of pure wool, full

shaped to body and arms.

It is guaranteed superior

to any sweater of equal

price. Guaranteed abso-

lutely all wool. Sizes, 26

to 44. In following colors

only: Maroon, Navy Blue,

Black and Gray.

No. 9. Each, $l.50

We introduced these

sweaters to fill a demandfor as heavy a weight as

our "Highest Quality"

grade, but at a lower

price, and after much ex-

perimenting, we are in a

position to offer this line

in the following colors

only: Black, Navy Blue,.

Maroon, Gray or White,as follows:

No. I . Same weight as No. A, $5.50No. 2. Same weight as No. B, 4.50No. 3. Same weight as No. C, 3.50

Sizes, 30 to 44.

Striped Sweaters

Same quality as No. 3. Sizes, 32 to 42, in followingcolors: Red and Black, Navy and Red, Orange andBlack, Navy and White.

No. 3S. Each, $4.00

Stripes 2 inches wide, in above combinationsof colors only.

You feel good when you have one of our sweaters on, you look good on the gymnasium floor with one ofsuits on, and you take a certain satisfaction and pride in showing your Spalding Trade-Mark to your

uncomfortable friend in the ill-fitting clothes.

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No. CG.

No. 3G.

Spalding Golf Jackets.VEST SHAPE

No. VG. Best quality worsted, heavy

weight, gilt buttons. Made up in gray

and white only. Each, Sie.OO

No. CJ. Fine worsted, standard weight,

pearl buttons. Made up in gray and

white only. Each, $5.00

Spalding Golf SweaterVEST COLLAR

No. BG. Gray or white only with extreme

open or low neck. A popular golfing

sweater, good weight. Made of finest

lambs' wool. Ribbed at bottom of skirt

N°- vc and cuffs. Each, S6.0OStandard weight, "Highest Quality" knit. Made in Gray and White only

Standard weight, Shaker knit. Made in GVay and White only. ..

Each, S5.004.00

Spalding Fine Hand Made Golf Shoes

No. 88 No. 8 No. 6 No. 7

No. 88. Fine Russia calf Golf Oxford, hand made throughout. Spliced rubber sole and full heel (newidea) and studded leather toe. The most up-to-date and best golf shoe made. Per pair, $8.00

No. 8. Fine English tan leather Golf Balmoral, new shape, flat sole last, box toe. Sole made heavy enough.to attach hob nails or rubber discs ^ Per pair, $7.OO

No. 6. Fine English tan leather, Golf Oxford or low cut Golf Shoe, made up same as the BalmoralNo. 8 shoe .... Perpair, S6.00

IS^ No. A. Aluminum Hob Nails. Dozen, I 5c. | No. MK. Iron Hob Nails. Dozen, I Oc• Rubber Discs. Each, 5c.

No. 7. Low cut, best grade black Golf Oxford Shoe. Leather specially selected calfskin, boxtoe, soles with Scotch edge and heavy enough to attach hob nails or rubber discs. Pair.$6.00

For Shoe's with rubber soles, suitable also for golj, see page devoted to tennis shoes in this catalogue

Golf Puttees or Newmarket LegginsNo. I P. An ideal riding leggin, suitable for golf and very popular with autoists. Made of

pigskin, modeled to shape, and tightened with encircling strap. Sizes 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 inches,

calf measurement Per pair, $8.00No. I . Made of cowhide, nicely grained and similar in design to No. IP.

18 inches, calf measurement .-• ',

Sizes 14,^15, 16, 17,

Per pa'r, $5.00

Without standards of weight and measure endless confusion would result in merchandising. Spalding Athletic

Goods take the place of the yard stick and the pound weight where equipment for athletes is concerend.

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For years we have supplied the students of most of the colleges and preparatory schools with class and

fraternity caps and hats, made according to Spalding ideas—distinctive in design and finish. Through school

and college our hats and caps have been the distinctive mark of their standing, the embroidered insignia of

society or class placing the wearer in his proper station.

UNTVEBSmr HAT-ROUND CROWN

IINIVEESITY CAP-:-IN'CH V

ENGLISH CLASS CAP

Spalding University Hats

Round Crown, in Gray, White, Ma-

roon, Black, Navy Blue; plain brim

or brim bound with different color

No. 202. Each, $1.25Square Crown, in Gray, White, Ma-

roon, Black, Navy Blue; plain brim

or brim bound with different color.

No. 202S. Each, SI.50Plain white duck, round crown only.

No. 203. Each, 50c.

Spalding University Ca'ps

In Black, Navy Blue, Maroon, Gray;

either 1-inch, 2-inch or 3-inch visor

No. I Quality. Each. « I -OONo. 2 Quality. " .90No. 3 Quality. " .70,

English Glass Cap

No. 60. Navy Blue or Black Serge;

1-inch or 1 1-2 inch visor, $ 1 .25

No. 70, Navy Blue or Black Cloth.

Each, SI.50No. 80. Fine Flannel, in Black,

Navy Blue and Maroon, $ I .OO

Henley Cap

No. 90. Fine FlanneJi in Black,

Navy Blue and Maroon, s i .25

UNIVERSITY HAT-SQUARE CROWN

i I \P-3-lNCH VISOR

HENLEY CAP.

PRICES FOR LETTERS. NUMERALS, DESIGNS OR MONOGRAMS ON APPLICATION.

It is desirable that full size designs be sent with inquiry for price of embroidery, but we will, if desired,

submit designs of various arrangements of letters, figures, etc., so that selection can be made. All of

this wor"k is done by experienced people, who have been in our employ for many years, and satisfaction

is guaranteed.

The Spalding Trade-Mark on any article purchased for the boy gives him a chance to aovy over the boy

who has some other make, bought by some one who did not know. Seek the Spalding Trade-Mark and

satisfy the bov.

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HATSCAPS

HATSCAPS

Each different styleHat and Cap shownon this page is a Spalding production,distinctive in style and finish and,without reserve, made of the highest^

quality mat^al obtainable.

w- No. AV\ith back drawn dowin

Aut»omobiIe Cap — Made ofScotch tweed, good quality, withsatin serge lining. Back can bedrawn down over ears.

No. A . . Each, $2.00 -

No. CEnglish Traveling Cap-

Made of Scotch tweed, good qual-ity, with satin serge lining andstitched brim.

No. C . . Each, $2.00 -

No. BEngUsh Golf Cap-Made of

Scotch tweed, good quality, with«ilk lining. Medium crown.

No. B . Each, $2.00

Cloth Fedora Outing Hat,-Made of mixed tweed goods

;

special quality and silk lined.Crown is Fedora shape with roll

brim and hat is line-stitchedthroughout, making_it particu-larly durable.

No. C Eac>i, S3.00

No. FEnglish Outing Hat- Made of

mixed tweed goods; special qual-ity and silk lined; has roundcrown and 3-inch roll brim, andis line-stitched throughout, mak-ing it particularly durable.

,

No. F . , Each, S3.bo

No. OEnglish Full Golf Cap -Made

of mixed tweed, superior quality,.'with silk lining. Has flat crownand button adjustment on peak.

No. D . . Each, $2.50

— With back drawn down.

English Automobile Cap-Made of imported tweed mix-tures, best quality, with silklining. Back can be drawn downover ears and cloth front, strapbuckled under chin. "

""

No. E Each, $3.00

English Outing Hat,-Madeof mixed tweed goods; specialquality and silk lined. Roundcrown and brim of latest design.Brim is neatly bound and hat isstitched throughout, making jtparticularly durable.^^

No. H , . Each, $3.00

iirrlintH- "^''T°'

'"l"'"}'"^''j '" !J'/""f^c'"ri"g »" ^'icle. no less ihan upon its workmanship and finish. (D ) \\Ihc reputation of a maker depends. We have never lost sight of this fact, and Spalding Athlete Goods ( U*

always give good satisfaction in consequence. ^^^^

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X) U T I N G^

SHIRTS/^ n- ROUTING/NTROUSERS

SPALDING OUTING SHIRTS AND TROUSERS

i I

<H

^Observing closely as we do the

demand for goods in the athletic line,

'^ we have seen for some time past that! for certain athletic sports and for gen- f

eral outing purposes a well made, thor-

oughly up-to-date line of shirts and >

trousers would prove popular with ;

many of our regular customers who[

,

have had to go to custom tailors to get|

anj-thing of this kind that would be ^ psatisfactory in fit and finish. Much has \^been lacking however, from an athletic ^-

'-'

point of view, even in these high-priced - '"

shirts and trousers, and after quite a style e.

littlepreparation we have prepared to supply what we believe is the most suitable and best made line of outingshirts and trousers ever made. They are all made from the latest patterns, and a perfect fit is guaranteed.The quality of goods used is particularly suitable for athletic and outing purposes— strong and durable and

light in weight.

STYLE D.

==n

!iillil

SPALDING OUTING SHIRTSAll wool flannel, white with blue hairline

stripe. . Each, $3.50-All wool flannel, blue with white hairline

stripe. . Each, S3.50All wool flannel , plain gray '" 3 . 5 OAll wool flannel, blue gray 3 . 5OMixed cotton and wooL plain

white. . , Each, 3.00Above shirts furnished in either of following styles, as shown

in cuts

:

No. D STYLE. With collar, dress style, upright; full sleeveswith double pearl buttons, link style, in cuffs ; button front..

No. E STYLE. With collar, outing style, flat.; full sleeves

wiCh double pearl but<t.ons, link sCyle, in cuffs ; button front..

SPALDING OUTING TROUSERSAll wool flannel, medium weight;

plain white. . Pair, S7.00All wool flannel, medium weight;gray, with hairline stripe. Pair,

All wool flannel, medium weight;gray,with indistinct stripe. Pair,

All wool flannel, light weight;gray, with hairline stripe. Pair,

All wool flannel, light weight;gray, with mixed stripe. Pair,

All wool serge, plain white. '

'

Above Crousers are made in our No. S STYLE, as shown in cut, with one hip, one watch and two side pockets', and belt loops

_3 WHITE DUCK TROUSERSNo. 3. Good quality white duck, well made. Per pair, $ 1 .50Measurement blanks and samples of material furnished on application. If in

a hurry when ordering, give your measurements according to diagrams.How TO MEASURE FOR SHIRT—State size of collar worn ; length of sleeve

from shoulder to wrist with arm raised and bent as shown (1-3); sizearound chest (5-5).

How TO MEASURE FOR PANTS—Around waist (A-A); in-seam (D to E);around hips (B-B).

PLAIN TROUSERS

7.00

7.CO

6.00

6.GO5.00

STRIPED TROUSERS.

The Spalding Policy has established a standard of quality, and at the same lime a standard of price that is

fair aKke to the manufacturer, the dealer and the consumer, ihe three parties who should always be considered

,-> in any legitimate transaction invoking merchandise. The dealer who handles Spalding Athletic Good:

realizes the advantages of definite methods, certain profits and uniform quality.

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UthletiC;) WEAR. /

r^^^l^

ATHLETIC SHIRTSSizes:

32 to 46 inches chest measurement..Each, $2.50

Made Expressly for I^S^

A. G. Spalding & Bros. ^An athletic shirt that is from its very nature best suited of any to the needs of those who through violent

and continuous exertion perspire freely, and should therefore wear something next to the skin that will

absorb moisture rapidly. "Linen Mesh " does this, and at the same time surpasses all other materials in

the power of evaporating moisture or drying. We cannot recommend it too highly.

Don't be led into the common error that garments made of this material are designed primarily for people

-who are ill. Instead, they are meant to safeguard all, especially those who confident in their strength and

health neglect the ordinary precautions of the prudent.

For use as a gymnasium shirt there is nothing to compare with this, while for general athletic wear its

manifold advantages will make it popular with those who desire an article that is superior to anything

similar evei- made.

SPALDING MEN'S ATHLETIC UNDERWEARffn'0?^'^y^ For some time past we have recognized the need of some "kind of athletic wear that would

?"

1 be suitable at the same time for use as underwear, during the heated term especially,

fbut throughout the year if desired, and to be sold at a price to ^

bring it within reach of the ordinary pocketbook. f~ - ^The Spalding Cotton Mesh Athletic Underwear we believe'will be

recognized as filling this need, and we are certain tiiat the quality

[' of each article will satisfy even the most exacting^

\ No. 15. White Cotton Mesh Sleeveless Shirt. Each.

\ No. I 5P. White Cotton Mesh Knee Pants. . Pair,

I OE. Natural Cotton- Mesh Sleeveless Shirt. Each,

1 OEP. Natural Cotton Mesh Knee Pants. Pair,

.^No.

>nd (OE No.

1 .OO {

MHLETIO\ WEAR. (

STOCK COLORS AND SIZES

Worsted Goods, Best Quality. Are knit of the purest and finest wool yarn and full fashioned, or woven, to the shape of the body andarms. They are very soft and elastic and will never lose their sliape. We carry the following colors regularly in stock: Black,

Navy Blue and Maroon, in stock sizes. Shirts, 26 to 42 inches, .chest. Tights, 28 to 42 inches, waist. Other colors and sizes

made to order at special prices. Estimates furnished on application.

Our No. 600 Line Worsted Goods. Made of all wool yarn, knit to size and shape. Have no raw edges and are warranted not to rip.

Furnished in Navy Blue, Maroon and Black only. Stock sizes: shirts 26 to 42 inches, chest. Tights, 28 to 42 inches, waist.

Sanitary Cotloti Goods. Made of selected sea island cotton, knit on strictly scientific and sanitary principles, and, owing to their

porosity and elasticity, are peculiarly adapted for gymnasium and all athletic purposes. Colors: Bleached White, Navy, Blackand Maroon. Stock sizes: shirts 26 to 44 inches, chest; Tights, 26 to 42 inches, waist.

flfiifin- d Ccllon Goods. Imitate very closely the finish of pure silk goods. For athletic wear there is really nothing better or morec m •• il 'c on account of the softness and porosity of the material of which they are made. Stock si/cs: 26 to 44 inches^ chest.

Sleeveless Shirts

No. I E. Best Worsted, full fashioned,

stock colors and sizes. Each, S3.00No. 600. Cut Worsted, stock colors

and sizes. Each, S 1 .25No. 6EM. Mercerized Cottoji. natural

color and light blue only' ( .OOOther colors to order; prices on application.

No. 6E. Sanitary Cotton, stock colors

and sizes. Each, 50c.

Striped Sleeveless Shirts

Cut Worsted,with 4-inch stripe around

chest, in following combinations of

colors: Navy with White stripe; Black

with Orange stripe; Maroon with

White stripe; Red with Black stripe

Royal Blue with White stripe; Black

with RedI

stripe.

No. 600S. Each, S1.50

Striped Cotton Shirts

Solid body, with 4-inch stripe around chest, in follow-

ing combinations of colors:

Navy with White Stripe; Maroon with

White stripe; Royal Blue with White stripe;

,Black with Orange stripe; Red with Blarl.;

stripe; Black with Red stripe.

No. 6ES. Each, 75c

Full Sleeve Shirts

No. 3D. Cotton, Flesh, White and

Black.

4

Quarter Sleeve Shirts

Best Worsted, full fashioned,

stock colors and sizes.

No. I F. Each, $3.0OCut Worsted, stock colors and

sizes.

No. 60 I . Each, $ 1 .25Sanitary Cotton, stock colors and

sizes.

No. 6F. Each, SXTc.

Full Length Tights

and Trousers

Each, SI.OO

Knee Tights

Best Worsted, full fashioned, stock

colors and sizes.

No. I B. Pair, $3.00

Cut Worsted, stock colors and sizes.

No. 604. Pair, $1.25

Sanitary Cotton, stock colors ana

sizes.

No. 4B. Pair, 60c.

Full Tights, best v or-

ated, full fashionstock colors and siz< -

so. I A. Pair.-S4.00

Full Tights, cut we-tted, stock colors and

sizes. .

No 605.Pair,$2.00Full Tights, cotton, Wquality. White, Black,

Flesh.

No. 3A. Pair, $I.O(5

Y.M.C.A. TrousersRegulation style.

Flannel, medium quality.'^ Pair, $1.75Flannel, good quality. .

" " 3.00

Velvet TrunksFine Velvet. Colors: Black,Navy,Royal Blue, Maroon. Special

colors to order.

No. 3. Each, $ I .OOSateen, Black, White.

No. 4. Each. 50c.

Worsted TrunksBest Worsted, Black, Maroon and

Navy.No. I . Pair, $2.00

Cut Worsted, Navy and Black,

No. 2. Pair, $ I .OOSpecial colors to ordei*.

No business can be conducted successfully unless there 4S established between buyer and seller a feeling of

perfect confidence. Spalding Athletic Goods have been the standard for over a quarter of a century, and

this tecoid is proof in itself of the conEdence the public has in any article bearing the Spalding Trade-Mark

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SQUASHVSHOES 1

The Spalding Superior Squash Shoe

Low cut, with special

fine white buck uppers,

and pure white Para

rubber flat sole, hand

sewed and superior

quality throughout.

The best and most.

satisfactoi'y SquashShoe made.

No. BG. Per pair, S7.50

1i ^ GYMNASIUM

Spalding Squash Tennis Shoes v

Low cut, high quality mauve buck lea-f

ther uppers, reinforced with redleather, and extra heavypure Para rubber flat sole,

provided with a suctionarrangement onthe bottom to se-

cure a good foot-

ing. Hand sewedand absolutelyhigh grade

throughout.

No. AG.Per pair, $5.00

For

Basket Ball Shoes

Made of selected

leather, with special

rubber sole. Thesuction caused by the

peculiar construction

of the sole enables

the player to obtain

a good purchase on

the floor, a feature

that makes this shoe

very popular with

basket ball players.

No. BB. $4.50^Ladies; otherwise same as No. BB.

No. BEL. Per pair, «4 . 5O

Special Bowling Shoe

This shoe is espe-

cially adapted to

bowling and is

equally as good for

gymnasium pur-

poses. Made of best

selected leather,with horsehide sole

and with a rubber

tip sewn on the sole

across the ball of the foot to the toe to prevent slip-

ping. The best practical shoe that has ever yet

been manufactured for bowling purposes.

No. 145. Per pair, S3.00

Gymnasium Shoes

No. I No. IH No. KNo. 1 . Low cut, best grade canvas shoe, white rubber sole; in ladies' and men's sizes; men's made

of white canvas, ladies' of black . Per pair, S 1 .25No. I H. High cut, best grade canvas shoe, white rubber sole; in ladies' and men's sizes; men's made

of white canvas, ladies' of black. . , . . Per pair, SI .50No. M. High cut canvas shoe, rubber sloe. ..'....'. "

I .OONo. K. Low cut canvas shoe, rubber sole . . .75

Stability in price and quality is fair to all concerned. The consumer, who is the loser when quality is

degraded, i$ certain of satisfaction when he sees the Spalding Trade-Mark. The price is always as low as it

is possible to sell a first grade article.

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m #^-t. /GYMNASIUM'\ SHOES I

GYMNASIUM SHOES

No. 159

Horsehide sole; soft and flexible; in ladies' and men's

sizes.

No. 155. Per pair, $4.00

Kangaroo, elkskin sole, extra light, hand made.

No. 15. Per pair, $4.50

Low cut shoe, selected leather, extra light andelkskin sole; in ladies' and men's sizes.

No. I 66. Per pair, $3.00

Low cut shoe, good quality black leather, with elkskin

sole and corrugated rubber heel; very light and well

made.

No. 90. Per pair, $2.50

For Ladles; otherwise same as No. 90.

No. 90L. " Per pair, $2.50

No. 19

Fine horsehide low cut shoe, flexible sole, roughened

to prevent slipping; very light and comfortable.

No. 19. Per pair, $2.00

For Ladies; otherwise same as No. 19.

No. I 9L. Per pair, $2.00

Selected leather, electric sole.

A very easy and flexible shoe.

N0.2O. Lowcut. Pair, SI. 50N0.21. High cut. " 2.00

Low cut canvas, canvas sole; very

popular for gymnasium.

No. E. Per pair, 35c.

Special ladies' low cut shoe,

selected black leather, withroughened elkskin sole.

No. 85L. Per pair, «2.00

The Spalding Trade-Mark on any article athledc plea«c« the boy. It gives to the Ball, Bat, Glove, MaskUnifonn, Tennis Racket, Golf Qub; or, in fact, any implement for athletic sport its proper classification—The

best. Just ask the boy about it.

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TENNISSHOES

? CRICKET\ S H O E S

TENNIS SHOESHigh cut, russet leather, with best red

rubber flat sole. Hand sewed and of

absolutely best grade material through-

out.

No. AH. Per pair, $6.50

Low cut. russet leather, with best red

rubber flat sole. Hand sewed andquality same as No. AH.No. A. Per pair, $6.00

Low cut, absolutely best grade linen

duck, with fast color white eyelets andspecial combination leather and best

rubber sole and heel, hand sewed.

No. ET. Per pair. «5.00

High cut, best white canvas, fine

quality white rubber flat sole. Handsewed.

No. CH. Per pair, $5.00

Low cut, best white canvas, fine

quality white rubber flat sole.

No. C. Per pair, $3.50

Low cut, white canvas, red rubber

flat sole.

No. D. Perpair, $l.50

For other appropriate shoes for tennis

and outing see Nos. I, K, IH and M,listed on Gymnasium Shoe page.

SPALDING TENNIS AND CRICKET SHOESHigh cut, best

white canvas, re-

inforced soles andspring heels of

selected leather,

with blunt spikes.

Suitable either for

cricket or for ten-

nis playing on turf

courts.

Hand sewed.

No. O.

Per pair, $5.00

High cut, blackfinest quality kan-garoo uppers withspecial quality lea-

ther soles andspring heels. Fur-nished with bluntspikes, and madeon same last asour best base, ball

shoes. An ideal

shoe for tennis onturf courts or for

cricket.

Hand Sewed.

No. BBH,Per pair, S7.B^

The successful financier must have money. The successful manufacturer must have ingenuity. -iTie successful

merchant, originality. The successful designer, genius. The successful artisan, skill. The su<^^ssfid Trade-Mark, reliability The successful concern must have general all-around lousiness ability, integrity .and honesty

of purpose. A. G. Spalding & Bros, possess all of these successful necessities.

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THE SPALDING GOLD MEDAL RACKETTHE SPALDING GOLD MEDAL RACKET, accompanied by the broadest guarantee ever given

on an article of this kind has really proved the greatest sensation in the tennis line for

many years. Our care in designing the racket at first, and then in making certain that every

detail of manufacture was absolutely best quality, has brought to us players who were dissatis-

fied with rackets of unreliable quality, and anumber of championships have been won by well-

known players using the Gold Medal Racket. We use a dogwood insertion in shoulders after prov-

ing to our satisfaction by bitter experience that it is—

far superior to cane or other material for the purpose.

The difference between styles A and B is in

the additional strings reinforcing the central

portion of the latter. Handles 5 and 5 1-4

inches in circumference. Stringing of clearest andabsolutely best quality lambs' gut. Each racket

enclosed in special quality mackintosh cover. Tagattached to each racket giving particulars of special

inspection.

No. CM. Mahogany Handle. Either Style A or B Stringing. Each, $fi.00

TENNIS

THE SPALDING MODEL RACKETS

Model DH.

lÂCH model is distinctive, but*^ quality the same throughout.

Perfect balance assured. Quality

of material and workmanship the

best ever put into an article of this

kind.

if

MODEL DH. Mahogany handle.

Extra stringing in central portion

of racket. Mahogany throat piece.

Frame of specially selected highly

polished white ash, tape bound at

shoulders. Hand made through-

out and strung with finest quality

lambs' gut; leather capped handle.

Modeled after style racket usedexclusively by some of the great-

est players in the world.

Model DH. Each, $5.00

MODEL GX. Mahogany handle.

Gold Medal shape. Mahoganythroat piece. Frame of specially

selected highly polished whiteash, tape bound at shoulders.

Hand made throughout, andstrung with finest quality lambs'

gut; leather capped handle.

This racket is equal to the best

of any other make.

Model GX. . Each, $5.00Model ex.

YÊ GUARANTEE Tennis Rackets bearing the Spalding Trade-Mark during the playingseason in which they are purchased, provided they are 13 ounces or more in weight. Ayiy

racket of 13 ounces or more in weight that gives out from defective material or ivorkmanshipduring the season purchased, will be repaired, or replaced without charge, provided it is returnedto v:s prepaid with the name and address of the sender, together with a letter explaining the claim. ^

CAUTION—A Tennis Racket is extrewxly susceptible to, atmospheric changes, and the veryfinest gut will give out occasionally through no faidt of material or workmanship; such cases are '

not within the scope of a Guarantee. A Racket should alivays, when not in use, be covered ivith aWaterproof Cover, placed in a Racket Press, and kept in a cool, dry room. It is a ivise pre^ )

caution to varnish the gut occasionally. A. G. SPALDING & BROS.

We will supply, if re<mired, but cannot guarantee, any rackets weighing less than thirteen ounces.

The Spalding Policy is entitled to the credit of being the pioneer in successfully establishing a new system ofmerchandising. In a few isolated cases similar attempts have been made with one article only, and with agreater or less degree of success, but we believe that restricted retail prices on a large number of articles have

been maintained for the first time upon the --'êssful introduction of the Spalding Policy.

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i

SPALDING HIGH GRADE TENNIS RACKETSTHE good points in the following rackets can be

vouched for by some of the most successful

of last season's players. In all of them quality

of material and workmanship is suberb and perfect

balance assured. Each frame made of finest white

ash, highly polished; combed mahogany handle, lea-

ther capped; stringing of good quality lambs' gut.

No. II. The Tournament.shoulders.

No. 6. The Vantage.

No. 8. TheSlocum. *'

TapedEach. $4.00

3.50

3.50

In No. 8 we have retained the old Slocum shape

for players who prefer to stick to the style to which

they have been so long accustomed.

We will supply, if required, but cannot guarantee, any

rackets weighing less than thirteen ounces.

\*/E GUARANTEE Tennis Backets bearing" ~ the Spalding Trade-Mark during the play-

ing season in which they are purchased, providedthey are 13 ounces or more in iveight. Anyracket of 13 ounces or more in weight that gives

out from defective material or workmanshipduring the season ptirchased, will be repaired orreplaced without charge, provided it is returnedto us prepaid with'the tiariie and address of the

sender, together with a letter explaining the claim.

CAUTION—A Tennis Racket is extremely sus-

ceptible to atmospheric changes, and the veryfinestgut will give out occasionally through no fault ofmaterial or ivorkmanship; such cases are not

within the scope ofa Guarantee. A Racket shouldalways, whennof in iise, be covered with a Water-proof Cover, placed i)i a Racket Press, and kept

in a cool, dry room. It is a wise precaution to

varnish the gut occasionally.

A. G. SPALDING & BROS.

The pinnacle of success is reserved foi those who persevere until the end: We hope to continue for some

time in the path we have marked out as a successful one.

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tennis:

THE SPALDING TENNIS RACKETSMODELLED on the expert Spalding shape.

Frames of the finest selected white ash,

highly polished, with combed mahogany-

handle; leather capped; stringing of good quality

Oriental gut.

No. 5. The Lakeside.

No. 4. The Greenwood.

Each, $3.002.00

The following are of excellent quality. Framesof white ash, finely finished, with combed cedar

handle; leather capped; good quality Oriental gut

stringing.

No. 3. The Geneva. Each, $1.50No. 2. The Favorite. .

" 1.00

We wiD supply, if retjuired, but cannot guarantee, any

radiets weighing less than thirteen ounces.

yi/E GUARANTEE Tennis Rackets bearing' ~ the Spalding Trade-Mark during the play-

ing season in ivjiich they are purchased, providedthey are 13 ounces or more in weight. Anyracket of 13 ounces or more in weight that gives

out from defective material or workmanshipduring the season purchased, will he repaired or

replaced without charge, provided it is returned

to lis prepaid with the name and address of the

sender, together with a letter explaining the claim.

CAUTION—A Tennis Racket is extremely sus-

ceptible to atmospheric changes, and the veryfinest

gut will give out occasionally through no fault of

material or workmanship; such ca^es are not

within the scope ofa Gvnrantee. A Racket shouldahvays.whennot in use, be covered with a Water-

proof Cover, placed in a Racket Press, and kept

in a cool, dry room. It is a wise precaution to

varnish the gut occasionally.


The Spalding Policy maintains the highest standard of quality on all articles beanng the Spalding name and

Frade-Mark. establishes uniform net prices on each article commensurate with its actual value. aD of wfaicK

utitfie* the user, is (air to the dealer and perpetuate* ounclves.

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TENNIS

lEe Spalding

Championship Tennis BaU=^^N the record made by the Spalding Championship Tennis Ball so far we are willing

to base our claims for superiority, and wherever the ball is used, either in a tourna-

ment or regular play, we are certain our judgment will be coftfirmed. Absolutely best in

every particular of manufacture and made by people who have been in our employ, manyof them for twenty years and over, we place the Spalding Championship Tennis Ball

before the most critical clientele in the athletic world with perfect confidence that it will

give absolute satisfaction.

PERFECT INFLATION PERFECT COVERJNGPERJECT SEWING

00

No. 00. ISeSI^ALDING CHAMPIONSHIP TENNIS BALL. Dozen, $4.00

3pal<ling Athletic Goods and the PoKcy under which they have been sold for the past seven years are

sponsible in a great measure for the renewed athletic interest which has become very apparent during

period Athletes are spurred on to renewed efforts when they possess something with the Spalding Trad(

Marie which is bound to fill every requirement and answer every demand put upon it

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tennis;

LAWN TENNIS BALLSSpalding

Tournament Tennis Ball

This ball is the equal of any of the so-called

championship balls made up by others in

imitation of our best grade. Uniform in

quality and carefully constructed through-

out. Regulation size and weight. Finefelt cover.

No. O. Per doz., $3.00

Wright & Ditson

Championship TennisBall

So well known that comment as to its qual-

ities is unnecessary.

No. 5. Per doz., S 5,00 ^"^^^^M^p'^^

FOR SQUASH TENNIS BALLS SEE FOLLOWING PAGES

J7Racket^s R.est»rung

We make a specialty of restringfng rackets ofevery known make. The work is done byour most scientific stringers, and none bufe

first quality gut is used. When sending-

rackets to us to be restrung be surb to prepaycharges on the package and mark with yourname and address. Write us under separate

cover full particulars regarding restringiLg".

No. I . Oriental Gut, White, Red, or Red and White. Each, S I .OONo. 2. Lambs' Gut, White only " I.50No. 3. Best Lambs' Gut, White only. ..." 2.50

For a number of years the impression prevailed in the United States that no one could manufacture a tennis

ball in this counby. To-day not five per cent, of the balls used are manufactured outside of the UnitedStates. Then came the golf aaze, and no club, unless it was manufactured in Scotland or England, was anygood. To-day, not five per cent of the clubs used are imported, and we are exporting in large quantities.

SPALDING HAND MADE NETSWe recommend most strongly our hand made nets. Quality of material and workmanship is absolutely th^best and they are well worth many^times the additional cost over the ordinary machine made styks on accountof their greater durability If posts are placed just 42 or 36 feet apart, nets will fitTxaSly when drawTSit

Cut sliows Double Centre Net withNo. A Posts and No. 3-0 Centre Strap.

SPALDING PATENT DOUBLE CENTRE NETS (HAND MADE)_^ Patented December 4, 1888: Patented April g. 1889.These have double twine knitted together from 11 to 13 feet, according to the size of the net. Will outlast

two or more, ordinary nets.

^T «r^ r^' ^^ ^HREAD, DOUBLE COURT

()WhITE. 15 THREAD, DOUBLE CoURT

No" In llnfit Ao Jf^' ^''"kI^ '^^"F^ }l i^®®'°° ^«- 2C. Length 36 ft.

.double centre 11 ft. .S4.50No. 3D. Length 42 ft.

,double centre 13 ft '5. 50 i No. 3C. Length 42 ft. . double centre 13 ft, 5 OO

LWy.-i;!?^^^'i^^^°^,H^"^^?^'^^"'^«^ steel cable consisting of five strands of seven wires eachtwisted tightly, but very pliable, to be used instead of regular manila top rope. Each s 1.25

SPALDING CANVAS BOUNDSpalding InLercoUegiaLe Net>s

Extra wide canvas strip at the top, same style andquality as used at Newport and all cha mpionship events.

Double Court, 42 feet. 21 thread, hand made.No. 3E. Each, $4.50

'Double Court, 36 feet. 21 thread, hand made.No. 2E. Each. $4.00

Cut shows Canvas Bound Net withNo. C Posts and No. 2-0 Centre Strap.

NETS (HAND MADE)Spalding Canvas Bound Net»s

Top bound ivith heavy 2-inch canvas strip.

Double Court, hand made, 42 feet, 21 thread, whi_te.

No. 3B. Each, $4.00Double Court, hand made, 36 feet, 21 thread, white

No. 2B. Each. $3.SO

When you see an article in the athletic line that you really like, how much better you feel when you find theipalding 1 rade-Maik conhrmmg your good opinion. It is there almost invariably. Special Award (a Superior

<FTue) and a Grand Prize y/oa at St. Louis ExpoutioD.

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SPALDING CLUB NETS-BLACK TWINE (HAND MADE)

Cut shows Club Net with No. B Posts andT>i„„i, . !• J 1. , .

No- 3-0 Centre Strap

fatTslot?on'"^P ill/."n^'l!f-^^ !?'"^^^ *^\"?°u'*important tournaments last season and gave perfect

dStStl^^^^hflp EL^^M^ ^*^ *¥ ^f^^-^i^r "^^".^ ^ ^^^""^ "^t gives in showing out the white ball moreflistmctly while playmg Nets are dyed with fast color ng matter and by a special crocess which adds totheir durability. Bound at top with a doubled band of 8 ounce white ducKSswFdTand^SpS withheavy tarred jnanila ropes at top and bottom.

No. 2-0. 36 ft, 21 thread, double centre lift, sifoo 11 No 4-0. 36 feet 30 thread sin^l*. rpn'trp «bI*Io

Wes^uo°Jlv¥ofoollSd^^^^^^ ^f^.V4 ^^' ^2fell:loZl^:f^^^^^^ ^liSSListS^tf^htlv Kp^ yjw "''M strands of seven wires each.twisted tightly, but very pliable, to be used instead of regular manila top rope. Each. $ 1 .25

SPALDING MACHINE MADE NETS

Cut shows Regulation Net with No. DPosts and No. 2-0 Centre Strap

Top and Bottom Bound with Heavy Cotton Rope—WhiteNo. 1 . Single Court. 27 feet, 12 thread. Each, « .75 1 No. 2. Double Court, 36 feet, 15 thread. Each.SI .OO

No. 3. Double Court, 42 feet, 15 thread. Each, S 1 .50

Top Bound with Heavy 2-inch Canvas Strip—WhiteNo. 2A. Double Court, 36 feet,15 thread. Each.S2.00

| No.3A. Double Court, 42 feet, 15 thread. Each,S2.2

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TWINE NETS FOR BACKSTOPS-WITHOUT POLESEACH

IIEACM

No. 4. White, 50 ft. long, 7 ft. high, 9 thread. $2.50 No. 5X. Tarred,50ft.Iong,8ft.high,l2thread.S3.5ONo. 6. White, 50 ft. long, 8 ft. high, 12 thread. 3.00 II No. BS. Backstop Net Poles only; wooden. I .OO

In athletics it hardly pays to "pare a shilling," and you don't have to if you use Spalding goods, which, while

moderate in price, are built to give good satisfaction and are KaHy the most economical in the end.

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TENNIS

SPALDING CHAMPIONSHIPTENNIS POSTS

This -style post is really the most practicable ever made.

•Expert players who have taken part in national andother tournaments will reco^ize in it an old friend, im-

proved in some respects and just as reliable as ever.

The uprights are made of heavy 2 inch japanned iron

piping, pointed at lower end so as to go 24 inches into

ground and equipped with wheel at top. Ratchet for

tightening net is of an improved style, neat in appearance

but with a particularly strong leverage. Iron hooks andcleats for fastening ropes.

One of the special features of this style post outside ofthe ratchet is the method of ensuring absolute rigidity

when net is in position. By means of triple elaw clutches

made of heavy wrought iron there can be no shifting or

shaking once they are placed in position,^nd the tighter

the net is drawn the more rigid the posts become.

Tfo. A. Per pair, $20.00

SPALDING CLUB TENNIS POSTS

To ensure absolute rigidity, a prime requisite in a tennis post, it is really

necessary that some part of the post itself should go into. the ground.

Our experience has taught us the futility of endeavoring to provide

fastenings which do not embrace this idea, and we believe that the

vast majority of those who have had anything to do with the care of a

tennis court will agree with us in this statement.

Our Club Tennis Posts are made of best quality 27^ inch square ash,

nicely polished and varnished, equipped with japanned braces so as to

make posts absolutely rigid, and when set in position the posts extend

24 inches into the ground.

We call particular attention to. the extra heavy brass ratchet with which

we equip this style post. It is made after an English design and is the

same as supplied by our London House to some of the best clubs in

Great Britain.

No. B. Club Tennis Posts. Per pair, $10.00

The printed catalogue prices on Spalding Trade-Mark goods are net and absolutely fixed as the only prices

at which these goods are sold in our own New 'York, Chicago and Ranch stores, and also by our Bumerow

diibributiiig dealers throughout the Uoited Sute^

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Spalding

Casino Tennis Posts

Extra heavy square wood posts, painted red and nicely

varnished and striped. ~ Pulley wheel at top of each

post to take top cord of net and reel of improved pattern

to tighten net fastened to one post. Has extra heavy

japanned iron brackets to steady posts and extends 24

inches into the ground when set up.

No. C. Casino Posts. Per pair, $6.00

Tennis pQSts

Square posts of wood, handsomely

painted in red with black striping;

japanned iron bracket bases to steady-

poles, which are inserted 24 inches into

the ground. No guy ropes necessary.

No. D.

Per pair, $4.00

Guy Ropes and Pegs for.Tennis Nets

S a No. I-. Cottonropes,plainpeg3..»et,S!5c ^^No. 2. Cotton ropes,plain pegs. BOc BgC

No. 3. Cotton ropes,fancy pegs. afSc ^No. 3 will answer for

Backstop Nets.

Spalding Tennis Poles

Finely polished, solid, spiked tennis

[a poles. Packed complete with guy ropes,

and pegs.

No. E. Per pair, $2.00

Good quality solid tennis poles. Packedcomplete wfth guy ropes and pegs.

|9 No.F. Per pair, $ I .OO

Indoor Tennis Poles

Made with iron base and spike to fit into

iron plates in the floor. Complete withplates, tees, guy ropes and everything

necessary for setting up.

No. G. Per pau-, $2.50I

Reel for Teniiis Post

Improved pattern,

japanned finish,wooden

handle.

No. R. Each, »l.50

I

A large aod successful manufacturing business requires a large capital, perfect facilities, lots of energy, muchabinty, thorough knowledge of requirements and a determined effort to guard its reputation' for high quality

aad fair dealing. A. G. Spalding & Bros, possess all these requisites, which have been combined foi the tole

puipoie of nakmg Spalding Trade'Marked Athletic Goods the standard of the worid

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TENNIS

No. OBrown and mixedcolored canvas

cover, full size.

Each, 36cNo. 1,

Soft felt cover,

full size.

Each, 60c,

No. 2.

Good qualitymole-

skin cover ; well

made and fullsize.

Each, S I .OO

SPALDING RACKET COVERS

No. 3.

Special water-

proof cover, lined.

Superior quality

and extensionflap ; full size.

Each, SI. 50

No. 6.

Stiff leather, for

one racket.

Each, S5.00

No, 7. Stiff leather, for two rackets. Each. $7.0O,

Racket Presses

The most effective pressin use to-day. Racketsshould be kept in one ofthem when not in use toprevent warping, espe-cially when they havebeen exposed to moistureor used at the seashore.

No, I R, For one racket.

Each, $ I .OO

No. 3R. Superior quality. Made of finely polishedwalnut, with brass fittings. Suitable for eitherone or two rackets. . . . Each, $2.00

Rubber Handle CoversFor covering racket handles to secure better grip.

No. 3. Made of pure gum rubber, corrugated. Willgive excellent satisfaction. Each, 50c.

RubberAdhesiveTape forRacketHandle GripNo. A. Made especially for this purpose, ^ in. wide.

Each, 19c.i purpose.

Piece 3 feet lo"ng in individual box.

Lawn Tennis Score BooksSpalding Official Lawn Tennis Sc^re Book, paper

cover, 16 sets. . . . Each, lOc.Extra Tennis Score Cards, 4 sets. Per doz. I Oc.

No. 2-0. This device for holding centre of net atregulation height, three feet, is vastly superior to

the ordinary centre iron, does not chafe the net,

and cannot possibly cause the ball to glance off andstrike out of court.

^

Each, $ I .CO

No. 3-0. Tournament Pattern, same as No.2-0, only fitted with a turn-buckle, withwhich height of net can be adjusted to ahair. Very desirable for tournament or

match games. Each, S 1 .26

Iron Centre ForksNo I . Regulation, patent stirrups.

Each, $ 1 .00No. 2. .Good quality, iron fork.

Each, 60c.

The Spalding Policy— honest policy, fair dealing, high quality, fixed prices, legitimate profits, dealers'

protection, no "flim-flamming," users' satisfaction, athletes' confidence, thirty-years, and Spalding Trade-Mark,ve combined to perpetuate indeBnitely the House of A. G. Spalding & Bros.

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Makes a clean, even ribbon line.

with contact in full view.

No, 1 . Each, $5.00

A practical wet marker at a mod-erate price Simple in construc-

tion, eas> to operate and substan-

tially made We guarantee it to

do perfect work.

Duplex Tennis Marker.

No.O. Each, S3.50

No mixing of material. Uses mar-ble dust and slaked lime, etc. Madesubstantially. of iron, nicely japan'ned. The best dry tennis markgf

made.

No. 3. Each. «2.00Similar style to above, but smaller

in size and lighter material.

No. 2. Each. SI .OO

Portable Marking Tapes

No. 3. ForSingle Court,

complete with

100 staplesand pins.

Set, $3.50

No. 4. For Double Court, complete with 200 staples

stnd 14 pins. . . Per set, $4.00No. 6. For Double Court, extra quality canvas, com-

plete with 200 staples and 14 pins. Per set, S.6. OO,

No. S. Extra staples. .'

. Per 100. -50

mMarking Plates

No. I No. 2

For permanently marking the angles of court. Madeof malleable iron and painted white. A set consists of

eight corner and two T pieces.

'Marking Plates, with separate pins.

No. I. Per set, $l-.00

Marking Plates, with wedge pins attached:

No. 2. Per set, SI. 50

Tether Tennis GameThe implements consist of an'upright pole standing 9 or 10 feet out of the ground, hav-

ing a line marked around the pole 6 feet from the ground. Attached to the top of the

'pol^ is a piece of cord, at the end of which is fastened a Lawn Tennis ball. The gameis to wind the cord, with the ball attached, round the pole and above the black line,

which is marked on the pole, and it is usually started by tossing for service. The winner

then takes the ball in his hand and with the racket drives it round the pole; the opponent

stops the progress of the ball and endeavors to drive it back again and round the pole in

the opposite direction. A set is usually the best of eleven games. The service mayeither be taken alternately or continuously until the server loses a game.

No. i. /Tether Tennis Ball and Cord.

No. 2. Tether Pole, 14 feet. .

No. 3. Tether Pole,. 1^ feet. .

No. 5. Marking Ropes for circle

staples

and

: Each, S .751.501.00

dividing line, with

Per set, SI.OO

Summer days are veiy well, but we sometimes need something to while away an hour or so. Spalding lawngame*. >till £11 such gaps every time.

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PLAYERS in the United States are rapidly coming to the'conclusion that it is not necessary to send to theother side for Squash Rackets. Some of the best are now using Spalding goods with general satisfac-

tion, and we look for a still further increase in the number of users this season owing to certain im«provements introduced in the details of manufacture.

SPALDING SQUASH TENNIS RACKETSFrames of finest selected white ash, bound at shoulders, finished with rounded edges, high polish.

No. 16. Strung with white oriental gut, combed cedar handle Each, S2.50"No. 18. Strung with white oriental gut, horsehide wound handle

" 3.00No. I 9. Strung with black lambs' gut,' combed,cedar handle; head smaller than above " 3.50No. 20. Strung with black lambs' gut, horsehide wound handle; head same as No. 19.

" 4.00Spalding Squash Tennis Balls are finest quality material and workmanship throughout. It will pay you to

try them if you are not already familiar with their good points. The idea of the "overspun" cover, knit-

ted on the ball and with no seams to rip, is original with us and is a valuable improvement.No.O. Spalding Championship Overspun Squash Tennis Balls (Patoiterf). White or Green covering. Doz.,$6.00

SPALDING SQUASH RACQUETSNo. 17. Bats made of finest selected ash; strung with best

quality gut; grip wound with

white kid : best grade through-

out. Each, $5.00No. S. Imported best quality

17 r"/i6 i"ch rubber balls; black or gray enameled. Doz., $2.50

Imagination goes a long way with some people even when buying athletic goods, but you don't need it if yousee the Spalding Trade-Mark. That speab foi itself.

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COLT ^1*SPALDING GOLD MEDAL DRIVERS AND BRASSIES

=OC7

•JHE SPALDING GOLD- MEDAL WOOD CLUBS are manufactured from the finest

dogwood and persimmon, and are all guaranteed. The models are duplicates of thoseused by some of the best golfers in the -world; the grips are of finest calfskin, or our new-rubber style, roughened; and the finish is the -very best; the shafts are all second growth

split hickory, and particular attention is given to the spring and balance of the club.

Spalding Gold Medal Drivers and Brassies. Each. $2.50

The special object of a catalogue is to impart intelligent, reliable, definite and accurate information about thearticles to which it is devoted. It is along this line that we have aimed to make this catalogue, and we believethat we have made it so plain and convincing that a customer in Maine, California, Texas or Oregon, or anyOther part of the world, will feel quite as secure in trusting his orders to us by mail as if he had «Jled at one

of our various stores or agencies in person.

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GOLF

SPALDINGGOLD MEDAL

IRONS

gPALDING GOLD MEDAL IRONS are hand hammered from the finest mild steel. We havetaken the playing clubs of some of the best golfers in the world and duplicated them, and

they represent our regular stock. If, however, you prefer some other model, we will copy it

exactly, and the price to you will be the same. Finest calfskin, or our new rubber style roughenedgrips on all of the above.

SPALDING GOLD MEDAL IRONS. Each, $2.00

The Spalding claims to reliability are well founded. No firm can continue in business for thirty years unless

that business is conducted on an upright basis. As Lincoln said, " You can fool all of the people some of

the tiipe, you can fool some of the people all of the time, but you cannot-fool all of the people all of the time."

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GOLF

SPALDINGCOLD MEDAL

IRONSmjt

SPALDINGGOLD MEDAL

IRONS

Model V-Cleek Model F—Mid Iron

CPALDING GOLD MEDAL IRONS are hand hammered from the finest mild steel. We have

taken the playing clubs of some of the best golfers in the world and duplicated them, and

they represent our regular stock. If, however, you prefer some other model, we will copy it

exactly, and the price to you will be the same. Finest calfskin, or our new rubber style roughenedgrips on all of the above.

SPALDING GOLD MEDAL IRONS. Each, $2700

The wonderful and tninferrupted success of A. G. Spalding & Bros, can be ascribed to tlie unvarying policy

of honesty in the manufacture of their goods. No article is sold under a false claim, and every article sold is

tacked by a responsible guarantee represented by the Spalding 1 rade-Maik.

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i

GOLF

SPALDINGGOLD MEDAL

IRONS

SPALDINGGOLD MEDAL

IRONS

Mo<lel C-Mashie Niblic Model F—Putter Fron». View—Model F Putter

3PALDING GOLD MEDAL IRONS are hand hammered from the finest mild steel. We have takenthe playing clubs of some of the best golfers in the world and duplicated them, and they represent

our regular stock. If, however, you prefer some other model, we will copy it exactly, and the price toyou will be the same. Finest calfskin or our new rubber style roughened grips on all of the above.

Spal<ling Cold Medal Irons. Each', $2.00

JUVENILE GOLF CLUBSEvery part is of proportionate size, making perfect clubs for the use of boys and girls up to fourteen

years of age.

Drivers and Brassies. Each, $ 1 .00 Cleeks, Loiters, Putters. Each, $ 1 .00

GOLD MEDAL WOOD PUTTERS—Models A and RpHEY are made of wood, heavily weighted with lead. Attached

to face of head and covering face entirely, is a scored brassplate. The shaft is placed directly behind point of impact, thebalance is perfect and the clubs certainly feel ' 'just right. " Madein two models. Best quality tan calfskin roughened

grips.

Model A, Narrow Head. Model B.. Convex Sole

Each, $2.50

On goods which fluctuate m_ pnce, is it reasonable to expect that you are getting the same thing to-day forhalf what you paid for r< a month ago ; or if you do expect this, why not wait until next month, when theprice will be cut still \ovitT ) Remember, material has to be paid for. and labor also, and unless you want topurchase an ii^enor article or one which has not been acquired legitimately, it is just as well to looL for the

Spalding"Trade-Mark. Then you will be sure of standard quality and satisfaction.

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ALUMINUM clubs, to our mind, represent no passing fad. Their merits and points of superiority have

been attested by many of the most prominent players in this country, and the general run of players

are gradually coming to understand the value of a non-rustable club, and one which will improve their

general play without a doubt. Attention is directed particularly to our "Hammer Headed " Putter, cut of

which is shown at bottom of page.

O '' o

TTie "hit or miss " policy of many manufacturers making atHetic goods " Just as Good as Spalding's " and

quoting at high list prices and varying discounts, is very deceiving and always leads to deterioration of quality,

dissatisfaction of users and general uncertainty of values. The Spalding Policy is the opposite to this.

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lEe Spalding

Hollow Steel Faced Golf Clubs(PatonteO June 8, 1897)

THIS style club is something thatshould be in the caddy bag of every golfer really inter-

ested in playing the best game possible. In construction it is scientifically correct, and

the idea is one that needs only to be explained in order to meet with general approval.

We rivet a piece of one-sixteenth inch highly tempered steel on a hollow head, and in that waygive you. spring and resistance combined at the point where they are required. Golfers of

international reputation have endorsed them highly, and they bid fair to revolutionize club

making to a great extent. " The set consists of cleek, lofting mashie, mid-iron and putter.

Each has points of superiority over the ordinary style, and any claim we may make in regard

.to them we are sure will be borne out by your experience after a trial. We know that the

cleek, tried fairly, should improve your shots at least fifty yards, and we can make this state-

ment safely because the assertion has been repeated to us so often by those who are using the

club now.

Furnished with Finest Sheepskin Roughened Grips and Best Quality Throu^ontEach, $2.50

Athletes and sportsmen are very notional and whimsical about theii implements, which are the invariable sub-

ject of comparison and discussion when they meet. In addition to the direct effect on the result of a contest,

there is a sort of pride and satisfaction iri possessing the latest, most approved and up-to-date implement.

The Spalding Trade-Maxk is a mark of reBned superiority that requires no explanation or apology.

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CrescentClubs

Socket Drivers (S» Brassies

The heads are made of the best

selected dogwbod and persim-

mon; the shafts of second

growth hickory, well seasoned.

An entirely hand-made 'club.

All the latest "models.

Each, $1.50

CRJESCENT IRON GOLF CLUBSThe heads are all hand-forged from the finest mild steel; the shafts of well selected second growth hickory>

thoroughly seasoned. They are perfect as to shape, lie and weight, and well finished. Made in rights or

lefts, and for nven or women. In Cleeks, Mashies, Niblics, Mid-Irons, Driving Irons, Lofters, Putters and

other popular models.

Crescent. Iron Coif Clubs. Each, $1.50

There is probably no class of inanufa(5hirecl goods of equal variety that receives harder usage than athletic

goods. The golfer throws his whole ^rength into his frail loolung driver, the ball player tries to knock the

coyer off the ball, and the footballer—well, words fail to d^cribe what he subjeifts the foot ball to. Andpractically with everything in the athletic goods line— no quiet parlor ornaments anywhere. Spalding

Athletic Goods are made to stand just such usage. That is why they arc used so generally by adiletes.

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GOLF W'jI ® ^1C- GOLF

Spalding RED, WHITE and BLUE Golf BaUs•* Nothing Succeeds Like Success.**

The success attained by the Spalding Red, White and Blue Golf Balls wherever they have been used provesthat they are easily as far in advance of the ordinary rubber cored balls as they in turn were ahead of

the old solid gutta balls.

^'^m'W^

This is the ball that was used by MrChandler Egan when he won theAmateur Championship of Americaat Chicago. Mr. Egan says: "I usedthe Red Dot White Ball during theAmateur Championship at theChicago Golf Club and I found it

highly satisfactory in every way.'

'

This is the ball that was used by

James Braid when he won the Open

Championship of the World at St.

Andrews, Scotland, June 7-9, 1905,

and by Rowland Jones, runner-up

in same tournament.

This is the ball' that was used by

Willie Anderson, winner, 314; Alex

Smith, runner-up, 316; P.J. Barrett,

third, 317, in the Open Champion-

ship of America at Myopia, Sept,

21 and 22, 1905.

Spalding White Golf ball (Red Dot). Cover made of purified white gutta. Particularlydurable, but has no click Per dozen, $6.00

Spal^ins 'WbiVe Colt haXH With Clkk). Cover made, of purifiea wnite gutta. Forplayers who want the Click. Quality throughout absolutely perfect. Per dozen, $6.00

Spalding Wizard Golf Bali (Blue Dot) . Cover made of best quality exitta. We claimthis ball is even better than the well-known 1903 Wizard. Per dozen, $6.00

It does not seem out of place to assert thai A. G. Spalding & Bros, and their various branches do a larger

volume of business annually in athletic goods than the combined output of all other American manufacturers

of similar goods, and it is part of the Spalding Policy to maintain that position.

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GOLF^ GOLF

GOLF BALLS

KEMPSHALl.

The HaskeU Golf BallsNo. 5. HaskeU Golf Bolls. . Per dozen, $6.00No. 10. HaskeU Golf BaUs. .

" 6.00

The Kempshall Golf BallsKempshall "Flyer" Golf Balls, 1906. Per dozen, $6.00Kempshall "Click" Golf Balls.

" 6.00

Remade Balls

Rubber CoredThese balls are recovered, not merely

remolded, and fresh elastic is added to

take the place of the small quantity

immediately under the cover which de-

teriorates during its life as a new ball.REMADE WHITE

Spalding "White" Remade Golf Balls.

Spalding "^^zard" Remade Golf Bolls.

HaskeU Remade Golf Balls. .

Kempshall Remade Golf Balls.

REMADE WIZARD

Per dozen, $4.004.004.004.00

We do not a'-cept for remaking any Rubber Cored Golf Balls except the above mentioned branda,

Remaking any of the above brands, where old balls are furnished. Per dozen, $2.50,

REMADE SOLID GUTTA PERCHA BALLSRemade Solid Gutta Percha Balls Dozen, $2.50Any standard grade Solid Gutta Balls will be remade,where old balls are furnished. 1 .00

Thirty years of quality making, with one object in view, viz., to produce the conect , article for the athletic

puipose intended, using best material and employing experienced skilled workmen, has been and will continue

to be the puipose of A. G. Spalding & Bros, in conducting their manufactuiing depaitmenU.

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SPALDING CADDY BAGS'W/'E use in our canvas bags the heaviest and best grade of duck suitable for the purpose. In our leather

bags we use solid leather and not thin strips glued together. All our handles are made to conform toa man's grip and are guaranteed not to break at the bend. All the bottoms are studded and double sewn on

our own patented machines. Stiff leather bags are put up in individual pasteboard boxes.

All-Leather Caddy BagsNo. L3 1-2. Grain leather bag, good quality,

brass trimmings and leather bottom. S5.00No. L6. Small stiff leather bag, made m eithertan or black; snap sling and brass trimmingsthroughout. Long ball pocket opening top andbottom. . . Each, $5.00

No. L4. Imported foot ball leather bag, brasstrimmings, leather bottom. This is one of themost durable bags made. Each, $6.00

No. PG. Genuine pigskin bag, heavy brass'harness- buckle on shoulder strap, brass studsand trimmings, leather bottom ,$ I O.OO

No. L5. Stiff leather, best quality bag; ball

pocket and sling to match: brass trimmings,leather bottom. . £ach, $6.00

No. L5H. Same style as our No. L5, but withlock and removable hood for covering clubs

Each, $9.00

No. L6 No. PC.

"while traveling,

No. L3 1-2

This caddy bag will be accepted by railroads as baggage.

^ Canvas BagsNo. E. Extra heavy brown canvas bag with hood, leather trimmings, leather

top and bottom and extra large ball pocket. This bag measures 7V inches in

diameter, and has a removable hood, and wh(?n fastened with the encircling strap

with the patent buckle lock will be accepted by railroads as baggage. Each,6.00

No. WB. White duck bag, two sizes, 7 inches and 8 inches

diam'eter, extra heavy solid leather shoulder strap with heavyharness buckle and leather trimmings; reinforced heavy leather

bottom;waterproof hood to button insideover clubs. Each, $7.OONo. B. Like No. WB, but made of brown canvas. Each,$7 0ONo. A2.. Heavy tan canvas bag, leather trimmings; leather

reinforced stripes running lengthwise; sole leather bottom, ball

pocket and ring. ... Each, $3.50No. ex. Light tan colored canvas, leather bottom, large ball

pocket; sling to match. . . Each, $2.50No. CXL. Same style as No. CX, excepting that it is made largerthroughout; studs on bottom. Each, $3.00

No. C2. White or brown canvas, leather trimmings, reinforcedcanvas bottom; ball pocketand slingto match. Each, $ I .OO

Styles for Women no.cxl no.e no.wb

No. WL3. Fine bridle leather, ball pocket and sling, brass trimmings; an exceedingly fine looking andserviceable bag Each, $5.00

No. WL3 1-2. Grain leather bag. good quality, brass trimmings and leather bottom.. . 5.00

For ChildrenHeavy bound canvas, leather trimmings, ball pocket and sling, wooden bottom. Each

The greatest pleasure at the least expense is secured in the long run by buying Spalding goock Whpurchase is stamped with the Spalding Trade-Marie you know that it is the best for the money and that rfiere

will be no occasion for subsequent regret

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WINSLOW PATENT CADDY BAGS (Patented)

GThere is hardly a golf player who has not sighed for a bag so constructed that it would contain within itself theattributes of a perfect caddy bag and at the same time the all-around usefulness of a suit case or traveling bag.

Showing l(nterior Arrangement of BagWe believe the desired result has been attained in the Whislow Bags described

below, both of which are protected by patents.

No. I . Made of extra heavy brown canvas, leather bottom with studs,leather trimmings and extra large ball pocket. Heavy brass harness buckleon shoulder strap and small brass buckles on pocket fastenings. Pocketopens from outside and is large enough to hold extra shoes, sweater orshirt and other necessary equipment. Furnished with additional strapsfor fastening clubs inside. ... . Each, $8.00

No. 2. Madfe of same material as in No. 1, but constructed with division

down centre of bag inside, so that compartment for clothing does notinterfere with clubs in other section of bag. Furnished also with water-proof hood, equipped with straps and buckles so that clubs can be coveredup and protected from rain or dampness. . . Each, S9.00

^Seccomb Grip Winder

A roll will cover any grip. It is putover the regular grip and may be takenoff and put on again any number of

times. Just the grip for wet weather,and prevents slipping under all con-

ditions. Absolutely waterproof.

No. S. Per roll. 15c.

Sore GripA preparation that will not soil

the hands and insures a firm grio

at all times.

Per box, 25c.

Rubber Discs for Golf and Outing Shoes

No. 9. Quickly attached to any shoe ajid absolutely

prevents, slipping. . . Each, 5c.

Way's Golf StudsMade of highly tempered steel. Screwedto sole and heel. Will always insure firm

footing. Cut actual size. ^No. I i . Stud with screw. J Each, I Oc

.

No. MS. Set of 12, complete. '[ " 75c.

Hob Nails

No. MK. Iron Hob Nails. Dozen, I be.No. A. Aluminum Hob Nails. -" ".15c.

No.Gl. Best quality soft white Chamois, openknuckles, perforated back and palm, A verysuperior glove. . . Per pair, $2.25

No. G2. Fine soft tanned Chamois, open knuckles,

perforated back and palm. ^Per pair, S 1 .50

No. G2L. Same quality as No. G2, but for left handonly, with reinforced leather palm; Each, $ I .OO

No. G3. Fingerless Glove, pal^ps reinforced, per-

forated backs. . .^

Per pair, $1 .OONo.G4. Fingerless Glove, for left hand only Each.. 5aNo. G6. Palm Glove, fingerless, leather, for left

hand only. . . Each, 25c.

Rubber Grips

'iiiililiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiliiiillM

No. 6. Cori-ugated Grip, made of purest Para rubber.

Will fit any golf club, and insures a firm and perfect

grip. Highly commended by expert golfers. . 50c

.

The wise dealer recognizes the truth of the saying that "goods well bought are half sold." That is whySpalding Athletic Goods are obtainable anywhere, because they require no special effort to sell. The puT'

chasers know the meaning and value of the Spalding Trade-MarL

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No. 6 No. 3 No. 5 No. 4

Made of heavy tin, painted red and white and num-bered 1 to 18, to designate the number of hole. Theiron shaft is strongly fastened to disc and about four

feet long.No. 3. Heart shape ., . Each, $ ,60No. 4. Oblong shape .. " ,60No. 6. Pear shape, hollow " 1 .60No. 6. Windmill, four flanges " I.OO

Steel Hole CuttersFor cutting the hole in centre of put-

' ting green. The earth is ejected whenwithdrawn from hole, as shown in cut.Simple and efficient and made of best

quality steel.

No. I O. Steel Hole Cutter, $3.00aThe Midlothian Golf Hole Rim, Patented

The best hole nm ever made, solid ironcasting, one piece. Pronounced by ex-perts the finest rim on the market. It is

solid enough to prevent the hole frombeing racked by the weight of the holedisc or flag which is kept always in an up-right position by the neck below the^cup.

No. 25. Golf Hole Rim. Each, S 1 .00

Metal Badges for CaddiesEach badge numbered and safety pinon back to fasten to cap or breast.

No. 1. Each, 35c.

Putting DiscThe object in using this disc is totrain the eye in putting. Exceed-ingly useful for indoor practice.

No. I. Putting Disc. Each, 25c.

Ko. 9 "No. II No. 2 .^

Colors: Red, WTiite, Red and White, Blue and White.

or any other combination of colors.

No. 0. Flags only, oblong shape. EachV40c,No. II. Flags only, triangle shape. " .40c,

Marking FlagsRed out,numbered 1 to 9. White in. numbered 10 tal8.

No. 2 . Flags only,numbered as ordered. Each, 5O'c .

No. 6. Spear head-staffs, 7 feet. .'" 50c.

Teeing Plates

Round shape, madeto lie flush with the

ground and used to

mark the space with-

in the limits of which

the ball must be teed.

Na 8. Pair. 60c.

Iron Hole RimsFor lining holes in putting green. The cross-

piece in No. 20 rim prevents ball from falling,

to bottom of hole.

Plain rim. . Each, i5c.

With cross-p\ece. " 40c.

Initial Letters for Caddy BagsWhite metal, highly polished. Quickly

and permanently fastened to any style

bag. In two sizes.

No. I. Letters 1 inch? Each, 25c.

No. 2. Letters, 1.' 2 inch. 26c.

IINo. 16

No. 20

Diiedl from fa<flofy to consumer throu^ the medium of the retail dealer, honeity of purpose, knowledge of

requirements, maintenance of the highest Aemdard of quality, liberal guarantees, maintenance of absolutely fixed

selling prices to all alike regardless of quantity, is the Spalding Policy that has placed Spalding Athletic Goodsat the head <^ the proce«aon, where they muil ever remain.

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: GRIFFITH

"SED EXCLUSIVELY

'ILVERTOWN^ RICHEST (JUAI

GRIFFITH BROS. & CO.. LONDONSPEQALLY PREPARED

Glossy Golf Paint

Used exclusively 'on the best golf

balls by the leading makers in the

United States and Great Britain.

A. G. 'SPALDING & BROSSOLE AGENTS FOR U. S.

No, II. Per can, 50c.

Ball Cleaners

No. 25. Rubber Pouch.with Sponge. Each, 25c

.

No. 27. RubberPouch.with Sponge and Brush. 35c.

Score Books

No. 10. Club Score Book, S2.50No. I . Leather case, with ^ook con-

taining rules and score cards, 50c.

No. 2. Book, with rules and Tier-

forated score sheets; no caSe. 5c.

No. 3 . Book of score sheets only , 5C

.

No. L. Large match and medal play

score sheets. .Each, 15c.'

Golf White

Dries instantly. Will'not chip, crack

or wear off. Furnished in White or

Red.

No. 8. Per bottle, 1 5c.

Anchor Golf Tee

CANNOT BE LOST

This tee is held on the teeing ground by the anchor,

and can only move the length of the string, which is

about nine inches. Put the anchor to the left and

front of the tee.

No. 5. Each, 15c.

Rubber Golf Tee

Good quality. Regulation style.

No. 3.Red Rubber. Each, 5c.

Liberty Golf CountersThe ccver to which the cellU'.-

loid counters are attached ia

pliable and provides for easy

and quick turning of discs. Nopencil is required except for

transferring the score from the

counters to the record, and pro-

vision is also made for a per-

manent or yearly record in the

back pages of. the filler. The

ladies' books are made for the belt in such a way as

not to require detaching in keeping the score while

playing. The celluloid tablet will be very convenient

where no permanent record is desired.

Ladies' Genuine Pigskin. Each, $1.50-

Ladies' Black Seal Grain. I .OO

Gents' Black Seal Grain. .7S

Gents' Genuine Pigskin. :: '

,' I .oa.

Gents' Tablet Counters. -^ -50Renewable Fillers.

''^

No.

CLOCKGOLF

(BADMINTON

Game of Clock Golf

FOR practice in putting nothing excels the game of

"Clock Golf." The figures are arranged in a circle

from 20 to 24 feet in diameter, or of any size that the

lawn will admit. Each player holes out frojn each fig-

ure point, counting his strokes, and with few exceptions

the regular rules on putting apply. Set consists ol

'^tT^^^^y twelve figures, one marking flag, hole rim and measur-" .',/••' ing chain for getting the proper distance for figure. All

>^.--'^ " complete in box with descriptive circular.

s-T.i^s-'QSi^No. I . With raised figures, in black, on white teeing

^..:r:~?.^.^ plates. Will not injure the lawn. Per set, $ I O.OONo. 2. Plain cut-out figures,- painted white, not on piates 6.CO

\S^:,7!i;«<^"'

Badminton

The sets listed be-

low will be foundfirst-class in everyparticular, andprices very rea-

sonable when quality is considered.

No. I . Indoor Badminton Set, consisting of four im-ported gut strung rackets, one regular size Bad-minton net, one pair jointed poles with bases, sixcork end shuttlecocks and rules for play packedcomplete in wooden box with metal catches andhinges. . . . Complete. « I 5.00

No. 2. Outdoor Badminton Set, consisting of twoimported gut strung rackets, one regulation sizeBadminton net, one pair plain poles, set of guyropes and pegs, four rubber end shuttlecocks andrules for play in wooden box with metal catchesand hinges. ... - . Complete, S I O.OO

No. 3. Special Outdoor Badminton Set, con-sisting of four best quality imported gutstrung rackets with grip leather wound,one best quality regulation siee Badmin-ton net, one pair polished and stripedpoles, six rubber end shuttlecocks andrules for play in wood box with metalcatches and hinges. Complete, S20.00

Badminton RacketsKo. I . Imported gut strung, good qualitv.

full size. . . . Each, SI .75No 2. Imported gut strung, best quality,

leather wound grip. . Each, S2.25 no. 2

Shuttlecocks doz

16-Feather, Cork bottom. $ I .8020 " Cork bottom. 2.4024 " Cork bottom. 3.00

India Rubber bottom. 4.00

Captive Golf Ball

Consists of an iron stake, to be securely fastened in

ground, and attached to which is a piece of rubberand about 75 feet of cord, with a good quality golf

No. 1 . Captive Golf Outfit. Complete, $

Parachute Golf BallAn excellent device for the practice of

driving, and all golf strokes, in a lim-

ited area. The parachute prevents

the ball from traveling very far, nomatter how hard hit..

No. I. Complete, 75c.

Spalding Game of Golfette

.oo

No. I 3. The object is to loft ball into centre net.

The inner net counts 3. the centre net 2, the outer

net 1 point. Distance from 15 to 25 feet from net.

Regular golf clubs and ball are qsed. Each, $5.00

The Spalding Policy provides that all of Spalding trade-marked athletic goods must go direct from factory to

consumer through the medium of the retail dealer, and each article MUST be sold at iu 6xed printed net

price without any discount and regardless of quantity.

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JASSOCIATIONV^FooT Ball/

Spalding"Official"

Association

Foot Ball

An AssociaUon Foot BsOl

that is right in every

particular

Made in the improved style

eight sections and "black button"

constitutes strongest construction known for a round ball. It is made ofspecial English grain leather and in every way conforms to the balls used by the best teams on the other side.

Each ball is packed complete with a pure Para rubber guaranteed bladder, a foot ball inflater, rawhide lace,

and a lacing needle in sealed box, and contents guaranteed perfect if seal is unbroken.No. H. " Official " Association Foot Ball. Each, $4.00

Spaldinji Association Foot Balls

Association No. O

No. 0. Regulation size, ex-

tremely well made and will give

excellent satisfaction. Thecase is made of best grade

English grain leather and the

bladder of pure Para rubber,

fully guaranteed. Each ball

packed complete with rawhide

lace in sealed box. S3.00

Association No. L

No. L, Constructed in eight sections withcapless ends, neat in appearance and very ser-

viceable. Material and workmanship are of

highest quality and fully guaranteed. Eachball is packed complete in sealed box with pure

Para rubber guaranteed bladder, foot ball in-

flater,rawhide lace and lacing needle. Contents

guaranteed if sealis unbrokea Each , $4 . O

on No. N

No. N. Regulation size. Thecase of this ball is well made of

good quality leather, pebbled

graining. Packed complete

with guaranteed bladder in

sealed box. Each, $l.50

No. P. Regulation. Leather

case, full size, good quality.

Complete with guaranteed

bladder in sealed box. S I -OO

Association Foot Ball

Goal Nets

Made in accordance with official .^^:

specifications. ^^^

Complete with posts, pegs,

guys, etc., and equipped with

heavy tarred nets.

No. O. Per pair complete,

$I8.00

The Spalding standard of quality on athletic goods is conscientiously maintained on all articles bearing the

Spalding name and Trade-Mark. The different grades are plainly indicated by the Spalding grade numbersand prices, which arc fully guaranteed to be exactly in accordance with the printed representations.

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poor Ball^ -i^A^ -tL^ /Association(^FoOT Ball/

UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT FOR ASSOCIATION OR "SOCKER" FOOT BALL^ Spalding New and Improved Jerseys

\Ve carry followfng sizes in stock- 28 to 42-inch chest. Other si;!es at an advanced price.

hard twisted worsted and closely woven; of a good quality. Made to stand the sevOur No. loP line is manufactured from

n. An absolutely perfect foot ball jersey.•No. I OP. Solid colors: Black, Navy Blue, Gray, Maroon carried in stock; otherplain colors to order Each, S2. 7

5

Full SLriped Jerseys

No. I OPS. Full striped jerseys; two-inch stripes, same goods as above, made inl

the following combination of colors: Orange and Black, Gray and Royal Blue,'

Scarlet and White, Navy and White, Royal Blue and White, Black and RoyalBlue, Red and Black, Columbia Blue and White, Navy and Cardinal, Gray andCardinal, Maroon and White. ,."..,. Each, $3.25

Sleeveless Shirts

No. 600S. Worsted sleeveless Shirt with four-inch stripe. Same colors as Jerseys.Each, SI.50

Flannel Kmckerbockers—UnpaddedMade especially for Association Foot Ball; substantial, light and roomy,

back and fly front. Samples of colors sent on application.

No.3A. Finequality flannel.Pair,$2.25 I No.4A. Good quality flannel.

No. 5A. Flannel; well made. Per pair, SI.50AssociatJon Foot» Ball Shin Guards

We are making two styles of special shin guards for Association Foot Ball, one con-structed of leather, the other of canvas, but both very substantial and equippedwith ankle protectors. We can also furnish shin gTiards without ankle protectors.

No.40. Leather; 10 in. long. Pair,® 1.75 iNo. F. Canvas; 10 in. long. Pair,$ I .OO

Special Association Foot> Ball ShoeNo. B. Our No. B Association Foot Ball Shoe has been made with the idea of fur-

nishing something that would meet with the unqualified approval of all players of^

the Association game. It is constructed of substantial drab colored horsehide, has full heel and is equippedwith a special heavy kicking toe in the sole and proper cleats Per pair, $4.50

Special laced

Pair,SI.75

Spalding StockingsUur "Highest Quality" Stockings are

superior to anything ever offered for

athletic wear, and combine all the es-

sentials of a perfect stocking. Theyare all wool, have w hite feet, are Heavyribbed, full fashioned, hug the leg

closely but comfortably and are verydurable The weaving is of an exclu-

sive and unusually handsome design.

Ko. 3-0. Plain colors; white feet. Pair, SI. 5OColors: Black, Navy and Maroon Other colors to order

only. Prices on application.

Striped Ribbed StockingsBest quality, all wool: stripes. 2-inch, alternate. Colors' Scarlet

and Black, Navy and Red, Orange and Black, Maroon and White,Royal Blue and White, Royal Blue and Black, Navy arfd White,

Other colors to order only; prices on applicatior

No. 2RS. Medium weight. . . Pair^ 9 1 .OOGood weight. . » • *' "©O

Plain Colors .

No. 2R. Medium weight. Pair, 90c.No. 3R. Good weight. " .70c.Colors: Black, Navy,Maroon, Royal Blue, Scarlet.

SkuU CapNo. SC. Worsted Skull Cap. Each,50c.

No. 3RS.

Spalding Belts

No. 800. Tan or Black leather belt, V* inch wide.Fine harness buckle. , . . Each, 60c.

No. 23. Cotton Web Belt, 2'A inches wide, doublestrap, nickel buckle. . , , Each, 35c.Lower Abdomen Protectbr

No. S. Made of heavy sole leather, wellpadded, with quilted lining and non-elastic bands, with buckles at sideand elastic at back. The most sat-

isfactory and safest protector for boxing, hockey,foot ball, etc. No other supporter necessary withthis style. . . .( '

. Each, S3.O©Bike Jockey Strap Suspensory

No. 5. -Patented Nov. 30, '87. For cy-clists, athletes, base ball, foot ball,

tennis players, etc. All elastic, nobuckles. Clean, comfortable and por-ous. Three sizes: small, to fit waist 22 to 28 inches

j

medium, 30 to 38 inches; large, 40 to 48 inches. 75c»Other Supporters and Suspensories also listed

^^__^____^___^ in this cat^log^e.

Quotations made on special equipment for "Socker" Foot Ball Teams. Write or call on us for prices.

Every article bearing the Spalding Trade-Mark carries with it not orJy our guarantee of quality, but also an

assurance to a most critical clientele that it will satisfactorily serve its intended purpose. We will not call

an article wool when there is cotton in it, nor will we use ingredients or material calculated simply to reduce

the price at the expense of quality.

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Cricket) ^SPALDING CRICKET BATS

GrandPrix

CountySpecial

The sign^point to a great increase in the

number oi those who will play the "Gen-tleman's Game" in this country, and the

goods we offer in this line will in every

way live up to the Spalding motto of

"highest quality." All are manufac-tured by us at our London establishment.

Prices are net, and will be found muchlower than quotations made by others onso-called first grade goodn, even when

figured with a large discount off.

The Spalding Grand Prix(FOUR RUBBER)

Specially selected. Absolutely the fihest

driver on the market, exquisitely bal-

anced, with an abundance of wood in theright place.

Grand Prix Bat. . Each,' $5. 50English Price, 21 Shillings

The Spalding County Special(TREBLE RUBBER)

The equal of any bat sold in this country,and second only to the Grand Prix.

County Special. . '. Each, $6.00

The Spalding London Club(DOUBLE RUBBER)

A good springy handle, and well bal-

anced bat.

London Club. . Each, S4. 50

The Spalding Single RubberA high class bat at a low price. .

Single Rubber. .. . Each, $3.50

All Cane Practice

The best practice bat ever sold in this

country.

All Cane Practice. . ~Each, $3.00

Spalding Youth's BatsSize 6. All Cane, Single Rubber. $3.00,Sizes. All Cane, Single Rubber. 2.50Size 4. All Cane, Single Rubber. 2.00

Si

London Youths'Club

Thfc desire to win is the mainspring of an athlete's traiiung. The mainspring of our Policy

athletes with goods that will aid their eSorts and never disappoint.

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ICricket- Cricket

SPALDING CRICKET BALLSThese cricket balls are manufactured in our factory in England, and' in both quality and price will -be

found eminently satisfactory. We feel certain that their grand record on the other side will be duplicated

in this country. Prices are net and will be found much lower than quotations made by others on so-called

first grade goods, even when, figured with a large discount off. »

Grand Prix

Our Grand Prix Cricket Ball is built forItrst^ilass cricket. Perfection quality

throughout. Will wear equally well enhard or soft grounds. »

No. I . Grand Prix. Each, SQ.OO

County MatchThe bestball manufactured at this price.

Built froja the finest materials' and well

finished. Must be tried to be appre-ciated.

Ko. 2. County Match. Each. ^1.79

Grand Prix

PUT UP IN BOXESCONTAINING

HALF DOZE>J

EVERYBALLWARRANTED

Favorite MatchA really excellent ball for ordinary clubmatches, wearing very hard and retain-

ing its shape to the last.

No. 3.. Favorite Match. Each, 8 1 .60

Youths' MatchAdopted by the Preparatory Schools ofGreat Britain. Same material andworkmanship as in our Grand Prix, butsmaller and lighter; weight about 4 3-4

oz. , and circumference about 8 3-4 in.

No. 4.^ Youths' Match. Each, S 1 .60

County »atcK

EACH BAIIi

WRAPPEDIN OIL PAPER BAG

EVERYBALL

WARRANTED

The Spaldmg Poky provides a fair and reasonable profit to the retail dealer on aH Spalding TradcMarbedUoods

;a proht that will be satisfaaoy and amply suffident for any business economically conducted. Dealers

who are in search of job lots and profits of 100 to 200 per cent, cannot get it out of Spalding goods,Utt they can make a fair, reasonable and sure profit and give the public the very best athletic goods that it i»

possible to produce, and wth the Spaldjitt guarantee behind each article.

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JL?'SPALDING BATTING GLOVES

Buff leather, plain red rubber.

No. I. Per pair, $2.50

White buck, corrugated red rubber.

No. 3. Per pair, $3.00

The "County" Batting Glove, adopted by the

leading batsmen. White buck, stout black

rubber, cured and taped on.

Per pair, $3.50

BATTING SLIPSFull fingered slip, white

buck, plain red rubber,

silk elastic.


Full fingers ofbrown leatfier,

faced with roughened rub-

ber for grip, silk elastic.

No. SI. Per pair, $3.50

^'^

BATTING SLIPS

Skeleton slips, loop fingers,

white buck, plain red

rubber, cotton elastic.

No. O. Per pair, $2.00

WICKET KEEPING GLOVESPlain white buck.


Plain white buck, smooth rubber faced.


Tan cape, smooth rubber faced.


The "McGregor" tan cape, smooth rubber faced,

rubber finger tips.

No. 8. Per pair, $4.OO

Tan cape, jough rubber faced, best double stiched.

No. I I . Per pair, $4.00AHERICAN STYLE GLOVES

Horsehide, best quality, padded palm, open back.

No. A. Per pair, $5.00

Tan cape, best quality, padded palm, open back.

No. B. Per pair, $4.00

A. G. Spalding & Bros, are not a

do a large business in athletic goods.

' truA," but simply a large corporation with a

it is in no sense a monopoly, except in so far asas it has created a monopoly yOi^for the Spalding Trade-Mark by thirty years tA energetic and honest effort in guarding its reputation ^-Ol

for high quality, and thu» becoming the leading and decidedly the largest manufacturers of athletic goods m the World. *

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Cricket!

Spalding

Cricket Leg Guards—SkeletonNo. O. Superior White Kid.. Per pair, $4.00No. I. Superior Brown Cape. 4.00'

No. 2. Superior White Buck. 4.00

Cricket Leg Guards—SolidNo. 3: SuperiorWhite Buck. Per pair. $3.00No. 4. Superior White Kid. 3.00No. 6. Superior'Brown Cape. - 3.00

Backstop and Wing Nets

!No76. White, 50 ft. long, 8 ft. high7l2'thread. . . Each, S3.00.

No. 5X. Tarred, 50 ft. long, 8 ft. high, 12

threiad. . . Each, S3.50i

No. BS. Backstop Net Poles only. I .OONo. 3. Guy Ropes and Pegs. Per set, .85.

Prices on other size nets on application.

Cricket Bags

No. I. GoodCarpetBag, single handle. Each. $7.OONo. 2 . Good Carpet Bag, double handle. 6 . ONo. 3. Strong Leather Bag, reinforced, and good

lock Each, $ I 2.00No. 4. Canvas Lined Case for individual bats, withJiandle for carrying. . . Each, $1.25

^^^Cricket Spikes

Brass plates, with steel spikes.

No. I. Per set bf 8, 40c.

Steel Spikes to Screw In

No. 2. Per set of 16, 40c.Malleable iron plates, with, spikes.

No. 3. Per set of 8, I 6c.

Rubber Grips for Bats

No. C. Each, 60c.

mStumps and Bails

Made from best selected ash.

No. O. Youth's, plain

^atch, 26 inch, with

bails. Per set, S I .OONo. 3. Match Stumps,with bails. Set, SI.25

No. 4.Bras3ferrule,flush

top, with bails. $2.00No. 8. Revolving brass

top, with bails. $2.75Any cf above shod, ex-

, tra. Per set, $ I .OOExtra Bails. Set, 30c.

Spalding Official Cricket Guide

Edited by Jerome Flannery

Contains a complete record of cricket in America

during 190,, important cricket matches and record's

of the game in foreign countries, official rules and

many pictures of leading American and British cricltet

teams and players.

No. I 98. Cricket Guide. Per copy, I Oc.

Score Book

No. A, 12 Games. Each, $ 1 .26

The price of something " Just as Good," under the eloquence of the "Just as Good Dealer," may, for the

moment, be alluring, but do not be persuaded by that delusive eloquence. Get the best—which is assured

and guaranteed by the Spalding Trade Mark— and you will be getting a reliable athletic' implement without

that " hot air " eloquence.

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CROQyET'

SPALDING CROQUETOur croquet goods while moderate in price will be found thoroughly up-to-date in every particular. " Wedescribe them exactly as they are. The prices are regulated according to quality of material and finish.

Four Ball Sets

Fancy mallets with 8-inch

iriaple head, nicely striped,

and ash handle. Fancystakes. Balls of selected

rock maple. Packed in

strong wooden box.

No. I I A. Per set, $3.00

Special mallets with 9-inch

selected dogwood head,handsomely striped and pol-

ished; hand turned profes-sional handle. Dogwood balls

with solid colors stained in, not painted, and guar-

anteed not to flake or rub off ; highly polished. Wicketsof heavy twisted wire, white enameled, and fitted

•with candlesticks so that they can be used for play

after dark; wooden sockets. Stakes fancy painted

aad polished. Handsome hardwood stained andpolished box.

No. I9C. Per set, $7.50.

Four Ball Sets

Finely finished mallets with8-inch maple heads; 24-inchhandles glued to head andnicely varnished. Balls ofspecial quality rock maple,painted solid colors. Stakespainted to match balls; wick-ets japanned white andfurnished with sockets.

Packed complete with rulesin handsome box.

No. 10. Per set. $3.00

Special finish mallets with 8-inch hardwood heads,and 24-inch hickory handles glued to head; painted andvarnished. Special quality rock maple balls, nicely

painted solid red, blue, white and black, and varnished.

Stakes painted to match balls; wickets steel wire,japanned white and furnished with sockets. Setpacked complete with book of rules in handsome box.

No. 30. Per set, $5^00-

Extra quality mallets with 9-inch hardwood heads, and 24-inch hickory handles threaded to heads, painted

and varnished. Extra quality dogwood balls painted solid colors and varnished; wickets heavy steel wire,

jipanned white and furnished with wooden sockets. Complete set. packed with book of rules in

handsome box.

No. 40. ; Per set, $6;.00

Tl £JlEight Ball Sets

Mallets of selected woodwith 6-inch head and choicehindle. Fancy .stakes andwooden balls. Galvanizedw^•e wickets with sockets.

Complete in , wooden box»

No. 7B. Per set, $3.O0

Special Set; 7-inch dogwoodhead mallets with fancypainted striping and polishedmaple handle. Selected dog-wood balls, striped, paintedarid polished. Wickets oftwisted wire, white enam-eled, and wooden sockets.

Stakes fancy striped andpolished. Packed completein handsome polished wood

box.

No. I4H. Per set, $8.OO

Ei^ht Ball Sets

Mallets with 8-inch maplehead, fancy striped, paintedand varnished and fancyturned handle. Maple balls

striped and varnished.Wickets of heavy galvanizediron wire with sockets.

Packed in. strong .woodenbox.

No. 1 OD, Per .set, $4.00

Fancy mallets with 8-inch

maple head, striped, paintedand gilt,handle fancy turned.Polished maple balls withpainted striping. Fancypainted stakes. Wicketswith wooden sockets. Pol-

ished wood box with handleson end.

'

No. I 3F. Per set, $6.00

When A. G.Spalding ficBros.put the Spalding Policy into effect. January 1 ,1899, and confined the distribution

of Spalding Trade-Marked Athletic Goods to the retail dealer, doing away with the previous service*

of the jobber asd ceouoi^sion men. the retail prices on all these soods were reduced accordingly, to

the beneiit of the user.

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A.i ^-'-^

No. I

Individual

Croquet Mallets

All made according to latest ap-

proved models and finest quality

throughout.

No. I . Brooklyn style. Finely fin-

ished imitation boxwood head,

8 inches long. Fancy painted

handle. ' Each, $ I .OO

No. 2. Philadelphia style. Special

selected' dogwood head, 9x2 1-4

inches,with metal bands and handturned handle. El^ch, S 1 .50

No. 3. Chicago style. Extra qual-

ity persimmon head, 9x2 3-8

inches, highly^polished and handturned handle. - Each, $ 1 .50

Extra

Croquet BaUs

No. 7. Special selected dogwood,thoroughly seasoned, with solid

colors dyed in instead of painted.

Highly polished and color

warranted not to flake or rub

off. Persetof 4, $2.00

No. 8. Rock maple balls, nicely

painted and polished. Special

quality Per set of 4, $ 1 .50

No. C. Composition croquet balls,

regulation size and weight, andcolored' red, white, blue and black

in fast colors. Extremely dur-

able and will give excellent satis-

faction. Packed complete in

io. 2 box. Per set of 4, S6.00 no

Extra Stakes and WicketsNo. 2S. Fancy stakes, nicely painted and polished.•No. I S. Heavy twisted wire square wickets, white enameled.

Per pair, $ .75Per set of 10, 1.25

^^aSpalding Roque Sets

No. I • Expert Set, consisting of 4 expert mallets,made in accordance with League regulations ; 4official roque balls, regulation size, and guaranteedunbreakable; 10 large, square, regulation hardwood sockets,

nicely finished ; 10 steel wire arches, frosted finish ; 2 regu-lation stakes, and a book of rules. All put. up in hand-

somely finished box with brass clasp and pad-lock. ... . Set,'S50.00

Individual Roque MalletsNo. M. Expert Roque Mallet. Extra quality selected

dogwood head, 9 1-2 inches long, with heavy nickel

ferrules. One end soft, the other hard rubber cap.

Selected ash handle 15 1-2 inches long, checkeredgrip, and 2 or 2 1-4 inch diameter head. Otherlength handles to order only. Each, $4.00

Official Roque BallsNo. R. Official Roque Ball. Made of special material and is practically unbreak-

able, yet retains the resiliency that is necessary in an article of this kind. The "o. Nl

ball will not chip or break when used under ordinary conditions in actual play.Regulation size and weight, and finished in Red, White, Blue and Black. Packed complete inbox. , . Per set of 4. $ I O.OO

American Hard Rubber Croquet and Roque BaUsNo. AH. Size 3 1-4 inches in diameter. Made of hard rubber and guaranteed perfect in material and work-

manship. One ball finished with high polish, others plain black. . . Per set of 4, $8.00No. AR. Size 3 3-8 inches in diameter. Otherwise same as above. . Per set of 4, I O.OO

^i

The Spalding Trade-Mju-k is the seal of reliability. When you see it on amy aiticie you purchase, you canbe certain that you have the best that can be obtained anywhere at the price. It does not deceive with high

list prices on inferior goods and " large " alluring discounts to catch the unthinking, and it does not stand for

humbug of any kind.

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ALDRED ARCHERY GOODSWHEN we secured the exclusive agency for the sale of the well known line of Archery Goods manu-

factured by Thos. Aldred, it was our idea that as headquarters for athletic goods of every description

in, the United States and Canada archers would find it convenient to purchase their supplies throughthe various branch stores of A. G. Spalding & Bros. No manufacturer is better known in this line thanThomas Aldred, and his goods will be found eminently satisfactory. Expert archers will be able to select

from our stock, Bows, Arrows, and other requisites made under his personal supervision, and possessing all

the advantages which an experience of over fifty years enables a manufacturer to add to the ordinary value

of a well made article.

Archery has fluctuated in popularity during the past thirty years in this country, but during all of thattime the sport has held its place high in the estimation of people who have required out-of-door exercise of

an invigorating nature, but not too violent. The antiquity of this form of amusement, and the generalknowledge of the use of the various implements required, renders a special reference to these mattersunnecessary, but a few words -regarding the selection of bows and arrows may not be out of place.

Gentlemen's bows should be 6 ft. and ladies' 5 ft. to 5 ft. 6 in. Weightof your bow should be according to

"your strength, and particular care should be used in making selection, to avoid picking one with too strong a pull.

Gentlemen's arrows should measure 28 in. ; sometimes longer ones are used. Ladies' arrows 24 and 25 inv

Arrows are weighed against new English silver coin. Ladies' weigh from 2 6 to 3 6 and gentlemen's 4/- to 5/-,

according to the distance—for instance,at 60 yards a heavier arrow may be used than at a hundred yards. Whenshooting in company,arrows should be painted or marked differently for each person, so as to be distinguishable.

ALDRED BOWS AND ARROWS, SUITABLE FOR EXPERT USERerAember, ive are sole agentsfor the United States and Canadafor Thos. Aldred's World FamedArchery Goods.

No. YM. MEN'S ENGLISH YEW. Extra goodquality bow ; weights 42 to 55 lbs ; length 6 feet.

Each bow in a baize bag. . Each, $24.OO

No. YW. LADIES' ENGLISH YEW. Extra goodquality bow; weights 26 to 38 lbs; length 5 feet 6

inches. Each bow in a baize bag. Each, $20.00

No. PW. LADIES' FOOTED ARROWS. With T.

A.'s parallel points ;painted between feathers and

peacock feathers; size, 25 in. ; weights 3 3 and 3 6.

Dozen, 9 I O.OOArroivs are packed one dozen each size and weight in pasteboard box, and match exactly; also in marking

071 arroivs themselves.

No.SW. LADIES' SPANISH YEW. Special quality

bow; weights 26 to 38 lbs. ; length 5 feet 6 inches.

Each bow in a baize bag. . Each, S I 6.00No. LM. MEN'S LANCEWOOD. Special quality

bow; weights 38 to 55 lbs. ; 6 ft. long. Each, $8.00No. LW. LADIES' LANCEWOOD. Special quality

bow: weights 20 to 38 lbs.; length 5 ft. 6 in. $6.00No. PF. MEN'S FOOTED ARROWS. With T. A.'s

parallel points ; painted between feathers and pea-cock feathers; size 28 inches; weights 4 6, 4 9 and5/- ..... Dozen, $ | o.OO

Archery Quiver and Belt

No. 26. For men. Nicely finished

si^stantial tan leather belt withleather covered buckle. Quiver is

01 metal, leather covered andwell made. . Each, $2.25

No. I 3. For ladies. Dark green lea-

ther, similar to above but smallerin size. Excellent qualitv through-out. . . Each, $2.00

Archery Arrow Points (Steel)

No. X. For ladies' arrows. Ea., I Oc.No. Y. For men's arrows. " I Oc. Arm Guard Clove

Archery Finger TipsNo. 5. Ladies' knuckle tips. Laced. Set of 3, $1.25No.ao. Men's knuckle tips. Laced. " 1.25

Archery Arm GuardsNo. 23. For men. Good quality heavy tan leather,

nicely finished; silk elastic straps. Each, $1.25No. 8. For ladies. Black leather, nicely finished ;

silk elastic straps. . . . Each, $1.25|

Archery GlovesNo. I 8. For men. Good quality

tan leather back; silk elastic strap;

3 leather finger tips. Each, 90c.No. 2. For ladies. Good quality black

leather back; silk elastic strap;

3 leather finger tips. Each,. 80c.No. 3. Same quality as No. 2, but

laced finger tips. Each, 90c.

Horn Tips for Archery BowsNo. O. For ladies' bows. Pair, 50c.

Quiver and Belt No. M. For men's bows. " «Oc.

Archery Bow BagsNo. 44. Good quality heavy green baize. Two sizes:

6 feet and 5 feet 6 inches; for ladies' and men's

bows Each, 40c.

Archery Tassels

No. 32. Ladies' green tassels.

No. 34. Men's green tassels.

Remember, we handle everything in the athletic line, and if our catalogue descriptions are not explicit enou

iurthet information regarding any article listed will be sent you promptly on receipt of request

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SPALDING ARCHERY GOODSReversible Lancewood Bows

No. I

.

Length 3 feet, nicely polished, velvet handle. . Each, $ .29No. 2. Length S^eet 6 inches, nicely polished, velvet handle. " .50No. 3.. Length 4 feet, nicely polished, velvet handle. .

" .75No. 4. Length 4 feet 6 inches, nicely polished, velvet handle. "

I .OONo. 5. Length 5 feet, nicely polished, velvet handle. .

" 1.25

Lancewood Bows—Self-^Made to Weight

These are fine quality, imported, and will give the best of satisfaction.

No. 24. Ladies', length 5 feet, 20 to 38 lbs. . . ,, Each, S2.80No. 25. Ludies'y length 5 feet 3 inches, 20 to 38 lbs. .

"." 3.00

No. 26. Ladies'^ length 6 feet, 38 to 55 lbs. .... " 3.50

Lemonwood Bows—Special Quality

No. A. Special Ladies', length 5 feet 3 inches, horn tipped, French polished, with best

Flemish string, 20 to 38 lbs. . ._ . . . . Each, $4.00No. B. Special Gentlemeji's, length 6 'feet, horn tipped, French Dolished, with best

Flemish string, 38 to 55 lbs. . . . . •. , Each, $5.00

Bow Strings

No. 43. Best quality Flemish strings, 5, 5 1-2 or 6 feet.

No. 45, Cotton strings...... ^.

Each, 75c a

" 25c.

Straw Targets

Painted in bright ""/Colors. Easily distinguishable at

;

distance. Five circles count as follows

:

Gold centre, , 9.

Eed, ... . 7Inner White or Blue, 5Black,Outer White,

A pair of tar-

gets should

be in the field

to save tiine

and trouble.

18 inch diameter, i Each, $ 1 .5C24 indh diameter.27 inch diameter.30 inch diameter.36 inch diameter.42 inch diameter.48 inch diameter;48 inch diameter, extra

thick, official.

Iron Target StandsNo. 3. 6 feet. , Each, $3.00

I o.oo

Itit

fuill

Arrows

No. 2. 15 in^ 2 feathered arrows,

plain, .brass pomt. Doz., 50c.''No. 3. 18 in. 2 feathered arrows,

plain, brass point Doz., 75c.No. 4. 21 in. 3 feathered arrows

plain, brass point. Doz., $ I .OONo. 5. 24 in. 3 feathered arrows,

nicely painted and polished, brass

point. . . Doz.., $i .50No. 6. 25 in. 3 feathered arrows,

nicely painted and polished, steel point, $2.25No. 7. 28 in. 3 feathered arrows, nicely painted and

polished, steel point. One dozen in box, ,$2.75No. 12. 28 in. 3 feathered arrows, extra quality,

nicely painted and gilt, steel point. One dozen in

box. .... Doz., $4.50No. 2 1: 25 in. Ladies' best footed, >vith parallel

points, painted and gilt and painted betweenfea^ther•s. Onedozen, matched, Inbox. Doz.,$8.00

No. 22. 28 in. Gent's best footed, with parallel

points, painted and gilt, and painted between

feathers. Onedozen, matched, in box. Doz..»9.00

The firft aim in Spalding Athletic Goods is to produce an absolutely satisfaeftory article. The price is entirely

a secondary consideration. Our method of manufadluring is flr^ tci show how perfe<5t we can tneike an aiticlQ

and then the selling price is fixed by adding a reasonable manufatfturing profit to iu

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LAWN'BOWLS.

Spalding Lawn BowlsThis game is increasing in popularity very rapidly. As a lawn game it is unexcelled, and wherever introducedIt has met with continued favor. The very complete line of goods listed below is carefully selected quaUty

and the prices extremely moderate.

Lawn Bowls—Pairs

These have a medium bias as used by best players inEngland and Scotland. Finely finished ebonized

bowls, ivory inlaid.

No. I . Regulation size. Per pair, $8,00

JacksRegulation size, nicely finished. Each, 75c.

Bowl Cases

Made to fit one pair of bowls.

Heavy sole leather, well made, with leather partition.

No. A. Each. $2.75.

Bowl Nets

Made to fit one pair of bowls,

Heavy twine, hand knitted, with good quality leather strap.

No. B. Each. 50c.

Lawn Bowls—SetsEach set of 8 bowls and 2 jacks packed complete in a neat boxwith handles and metal catches, printed rules, etc. Bowls are

all .-nade of selected quality lignum vit«. high polish finish and

neatly inlaid.

No. 4'/2, For ladies' use particularly . Set complete, $ I O.OONo. 5'/4. Regulation set; Full size bowls.

"i 2.00

Spalding Handbook of Lawn Bowls; or, Bowling on the GreenContains an account of the introduction of the game in America ; diagram of a green ; how to construct a^een

;necessary equipment

;how to play the game, and the official rules as promulgated by the ScottishBowlmg Association. Edited by Mr. James W. Greig, a well known authority; thoroughly up-to-date.

Illustrated with portraits of prominent players.

No. 207. Price, I Oc.

Non-uniform and uncontrolled sellmg prices on well known standard articles can be likened to steam in anengme rurmmg without a governor. Deterioration, loss of power, ochaustion and havoc generally resijTThe Spaldmg Fobcy is the governor that steadies the Athletic Goods business, and the Spalding cLlity bthe generally recognized standard for other manufacturers to imiutc

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Spalding Official Iron Quoits

iiiUS

Made to conform exactly to official rules.- Malleable

iron, 8 1-2 inches in diameter* with hand clasp, as

shovm in cut.

No. O. Official Quoits. . Per set of four, $8.CO

Official Quoit Pins

Measure 36 inches long by 1 inch in diameter, and are

made so that referee can take measurements without

difficulty.

Ho.X. Steel Pins. * g * .Per pair, $2,00

Rope Quoits

Similar to those furnished by us for the Department

of Education Playgrounds in New York City. Quoits

made with wire in center to keep them round. Set con-

sists of one base and stand complete with 4 rope quoits.

No. 7. Per set, $4.CO

Rubber Quoits

These quoits are of durable quality and should not be^

compared to the many w:orthless imitations whose'only reconimendation is cheapness.

Made of best Para rubber. For indoor or outdoor use^

Four quoits to set.

No. 5. Per set, $l.50

Loaded Rubber Quoits

Will not slide or roll. Weigh about 5 pounds to a set,-'

Specially adapted for indoor use. Four to a set."

No. 6. Per set, $2.50

Indoor Quoit Pins

Made with floor plate and detachable pin, which can:

be unscrewed when not in use, leaving plate flush.

with floor.

No. J. Per pair, 75c.

Japanned Iron Quoits

No. 1.

I Field^

HocKEYd? Field

:>H0CKEY^

SFALDING FIELD HOCKEY STICKSThe Applebee Driver

0. I A. Ash head, with bulge at back to bring greatest weight backof point where ball is struck. Pieced rattan cane handle, with whip-ping. Made after latest and most popular English model. Each,$3.00

The "Applebee 00" Resulation Stick .

No. 2S. Ash head, rattan cane handle, with whipping. Finestmaterial and workmanship throughout. . Each, $2.00

The "Applebee 0" Regulation Stick

No. 2B. Plain ash, wound, with leather end and whipped. Madeespecially for ladies' use Each, $ 1.50"

The Spalding "C.R.C." Regulation Stick

No. 5. Ash head, pieced rattan cane handle.whipped. with turnedknob. Very well made and finely finished. Each, $2-SO

The Spalding " Practice " Stick

No.'l. Plain ash, scored handle.well made. Each.SI.OO

Field Hockey Balls

No. A. "Made similar to a cricket ball, and white enameled,uniform in quality. , , . Each, $2.5

O

No. B. Seamless, white enameled leather cover, excellent

quality Each, $1.75No. C. Rubber Cover Composition Ball, superior quality.

Each, $i,00No. D. Practice Ball, solid rubber, white. Each, .50

Field Hockey Shin GuardsWe' are making two sizes and styles ofcanvas shin guards, both well made and

light in. weight.

No. 8. Canvas. Length 9 inches. Reedand felt padding^ .Per pair, 35c.

No. 9. Canvas. Length 11 inches. Reedand felt padding^'

^

Per pair, 50c.No. F. Canvas^ _With tinkle protectors.

No. F - Per pair, $ I .OONo. 40. Leather. With ankle protectors. Pair 1^75No. I I . Made of cotton moleskin backedup with real rattan and felt padding.Substantially made. " Per pair, 50c.

No. 3,0. Made of hea\T^ Sole leather, cor-

rugated and molded to shape, but flexible

so that they will conform to an^ size leg.

The new method of attaching the light

but strong straps permits the guards tobe bound lightly to leg and pz-events themfrom getting loose or shifting. A verylight guard but gives, absolute protectionto the shins. '

, Per pair, $1.75Field Hockey Gloves

Made skeleton style. _,Fingers and thumb well pro-tected with rubber.^ No. P. Per pair, $2.50

Ko. 30

Rubber Ring Finger ProtectionPure gum ring. Will fit any stick, andprevent opponent's stick from slipping up

and injuring the fingers.

No. R. Each, 50c.

The Spalding Regulation Field Hockey Goals

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^ÊaUESTWAN.\ POLO (

No. 8 .,v,. «.— Round Endt t»/\T/\ UyfATTTTT^l

The .ss.!^&&°^sZ^îr^ôFSzltr^^^^ ^f?: ~-~--us moaeis wui uc ouiî^w^-v* ---—

Willow or limewood head with bound or

unbound ends.

Ash, beech or sycamore heads.

Ash, beech or sycamore heads with square

or rounded ends.

Ash, beech or sycamore heads

No. 2.

No. 4a! Ash"; beech or sycamore heads with square ^^ ^ ,^__

or rounded ends. aau, ».y <-"""- ^

,

No. 4S. Ash, beech or sycamore heads.^^^ ,^^^^^^ ôund grips with wrjst =t^'|P^f/s2,oO

Models Of heads as spec.fied above, malacca hana, • ' ' „ "

„d wrist strap offabric • • • --^

handles, leather wound gr.ps and wr.st str p^ ^^

Bicycle Polo Mallets, cigar shaped heads, malacca nan, ^^ ^^

fabric

6-LG..8.

Limewood or sycamore heads.

Sc\TiS?eTi;« beech, ash.

sycamore or lancewood.

8 1-2 inch cigar shaped heads of beech,

ash, sycamore or lancewood.

extra Rubber Crips. ' ' ' *, '

Equestrian Polo Balls

No. I . Selected willow balls, painted with Sjlf ^ball

No."'Sf Good quality ba^swood baUs.' painted^^^^_

_

white. . . . • . „ 1 V'^'-L'

Fîted bv H. L. FitzPatrickSpalding Official Equestrian P^^^J^^de- Ed^\^^^^^

j^, ,99.information for players, and pictures of leading playeryna x^

Equestrian Polo Goals

and leave no stump to injure P^^^^^^g^^, $40.00Contains the official rules»

Price, I O cents.

XdXdoes not have to spend his time "tfc^^^^

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klHLETldGOODS a

Spalding Championship HammerWith BoU-Bearing Swivel

'HE Spalding Championship .Champ.on W-lb. Hammer Thrower.

Ball Bearing Hammer, originally designed by JohnFlanagan, the champion of the world, has been.highly

endorsed only after repeated trials in championship events. The benefits

of the ball bearing construction will be quickly appreciated by all hammerthrowers. Guaranteed absolutely correct in weight.

No. 02. 12-lb., with sole leather case. $12.00No. 02X. 12-lb., without sole leather case. lO.OONo. 06. 16-lb., with sole leather case. I 2.00N0..O6X. 16-lb., without sole leather case. I O.OO^

Regulation 56-lb. Weight

Made after model submitted byChampion J. S. Mitch6l, and en-

dorsed by all weight throwers.

Packed in box and guaranteed

correct in weight and in exact

accordance with rules of A. A.U.

No. 2. Lead 56-lb. weigths.

Complete, $ I O.OO

Spalding Rubber Covered Indoor Shot>' (Patenled December 19. 1905)_

''7 ^ This shot is made according to scientific("^^ principles, with a rubber cover that is

L^ "'1 perfectly round; gives a fine grip, and

B|^^ __ ' has the proper resiliency when it

^^^^# comes in contact with the floor. • It

^^m^*^ has been tested thoroughly in thegymnasium of one of the greatest

colleges in the country, and is pronounced perfect byall who have had an opportunity to use it.

No. P. 16-lb. . . Each, $ J O.OO

Indoor Shot, ^,^ v ^^

With our improved leather cover. Doesnot lose weight even when used con- '^k'S'^

stantly.

No. 3. 12-lb.

No. 4. 16-ib.

No. 26. 8-lb.

There are no greater crilics of athlelic goods th,

will invanabiy answer "The Spalding.

Regulation Shot, Lead and IronGuaranteed correct in weighL

16-lb., Lead. Each, S2.5012-lb., Lead. " 2.2516-lb., Iron. " 1.7512-lb., Iron. " I.508-lb., Iron. " 1.25

Spalding New Regulation HammerWith Wire Handle

Cuarai^teed correct, irk weight..

LEAD12-lb., Lead Practice. Each,16-lb., Leaa, Regulation.

IRON8-lb., Iron, Juvenile. . .Each,

12-1 b., Iron, Practice."

16-lb., Iron, Regulation."

EXTRA WIRE HANDLESFor above hammers. . Eacfi

$4.254.50

$2.503.003.25

boys. Ask any boy which is the best base ball, andAnd the same applies to all other athletic articles.

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VTHLETI^GOODS / 1;

Vaulting Standards

No. I 09. Wooden uprights, graduated in quarterinches, adjustable to 12 feet Complete, S I 5.CO

No. I I O. Wooden uprights, inch graduations, ad-

justable to 10 ft. . Complete," S 1 O.OONo. III. Wooden' uprigTits, inch graduations, 7

feet high. . , Complete, S7.5

O

Cross Bars

No. I 1 2. Hickory. •Perdoz., $3.00

rVaulting Poles—Selected Spruce

No. I 00. 8 feet long, solid. Each, $3.00No. 101. 10 feet long, solid. " 4.GONo. 102. 12 feet long, solid. " 5.00No. I 03. 14 feet long, solid. " 6.CONo. 1 04, 16 feet long, solid. '- 7.GO

HOLLOW SPRUCE POLESConsiderably lighter than the solid poles, and the

special preparation with which we .fill the interior of

polegreatly increases the strength and stiffness.

No. 2GG.No. 2G I

.

No. 2G2.No. 2G3.No. 2G4.

Each, $8.0G8.5©9.009.50

" 10.GO

8 feet long, hollow. ^

10 feet long, hollow.

12 feet long, hollow.,



Spalding Olympic Discus

An exact reproduc-

tion of the discus used

in the Olympic games

at Athens, Greece, by

Robert Garrett, of

Princeton, the winner. Sealed in box and guaranteed

absolutely correct. Olympic Discus. Price, $5.GO

Athletic GripsMade of selected cork,

and shaped to fit hollow

of the hand.

No. I . Per pair, 1 5c.

Foster's

Patent Safety HurdleThe frame is 2 feet 6inches high, with a hori-zontal rodpassingthroughit 2 feetabove the ground.The hurdle is a woodengate 2 feet high, swingingon this rod at a point 6inches from one of thesides and 18 inches fromthe other. With the shortside up it measures 2 feet6 inches from the ground,and with the long side up,3 feet 6 inches. The hur-dle can be changed fromone height to the other in

a few seconds, and is held foster's safety hurdlb at the worlds fair, st. louis

firmly in either position by a thumb-screw on the rod. It would be hard to conceive any device more simpleor more easily handled than this. The invention was used exclusively at the Olympic Games at St. Louis

and has met with the approval of the best known physical directors and trainers of the country.

Single Hurdle, $3.50*

Per set of Forty Hurdles, $ I GG.GO ,

@ Athletes axt known by the implements they use. Spalding has been made known by the champion

that use Spalding's Trade Mark athletic implements.

iir®80

t

7-Foot Circle

The discus, shot anaweights are thrownfrom the 7-foot circle.

Made of one-piece bandiron with bolted joints. Circle painted white.

Each, SIO.OOTake-off Board

The Take-offBoard is used for

the running broadjump and is a nec-essary adjunct to

the athletic field.

Regulation size, top painted white. Each, $3.00Toe Board or Stop Board

The Toe Board or StopBoard is used when put-ting the 16-lb. shot, throw-ing weights and discus,

and is curved on the arcof a 7-foot circle.

Toe Board, regulation size, painted ^white and sub-stantially made. . . . .

' Each, $3.50Lanes for Sprint Races

We supply in this set suffi-

cient stakes and cord to layout four 100-yard lanes.

Stakes are made withpointed end and sufficiently

strong so that they can be driven into hard ground.No. L. Per set, $1 5.00

Stop WatchStop Watch, stem winder, nickel-

plated case, porcelain dial, regis-

tered to 60 seconds by 1-5 seconds,

fly back, engaging and disengag-

ing mechanism. Each, $7.50

Referees' X-.—

.

Whistles [L^îJNickel-plated ^^whistle, wÛ

JI

made. i ~-' \

No. I. Each, 25c. ^°-

'

Very reliable. Popular design.

No. 2. Each, 25c.Umpires' and Linesmen's Horns

Imported Frenchgoods, best grade.

HlliBliiil ;^To ,_ Polishedbrass. $2.00

No. 2. Nickel-plated. S I .OO

rkTHLETid

!^\ GOODS

Patent "Angle" Steel Measuring TapeEspecially adapted for lay-ing off base ball diamonds,tennis courts and all kindsof. athletic fields, both out-

doors and indoors.Comp'ete directions and dia-grams showing how to usethis patent tape furnishedwith every measure. SteelTape enclosed in hard leathercase, flush handles, all mountings nickel-plated.

Accuracy guaranteed.

No. A. 50 feet long,

inchesand eighths.

No. B. 100 feet long,

inches and eighths.

inch wide: graduated feet.

Each, $4.00

inch wide: graduated feet,''

Each, S6.75With this Patent Angle Tape one person can easily

secure accurate right angles, yet the tape is equal to

any other for straight or any kind of measuring.

Patent Steel Tape Chain on Patent

Electric Reel

Especially adaptedto lay off coursesand long measure-ments. Accuracyguarar.teed. Com-p 1 e t e directions

furnished withTat. May 24, '92 every tape.

No. I B. 100 feet long, graduated êvery foot, eachend foot in inches. Plain. Each, $5.O0

Nickel-plated, $6.00 | Aluminum-plated. 7.00

No. I 1 B. 200 feet long, graduated every foot, eachend foot in inches. Plain. Each, $7.50

Nickel-plated,^ $9.00 IAluminum-plated, I0.50

These tapes are made of superior steel aboiit >• inch

wide. The reel allows the entire tape open to dryand can be reeled and unreeled as easily as tapes

Note—Our Nickel-Plated Tapes prevent rust to a

great extent, but our Aluminum-Plated Tapes are

almost rust proof.

Starter's Pistol

32 caliber, two inch

barrel. Patent ejecting

device.

Eath, S4.75

A. G. Spalding & Bros, aim to fumish the public at regular eAablished prices with flandard goods of a grade

or quality commensurate with the price. Our factory facilities are immeasurably greater than those of any

other house in our line in the world. We manufaflure in our own faôries, operated by ourselves, everythmg

bearing the Spalding Trade-Mark, which enables us to maintain the highe^ quality and at the same time

furnish the goods at the lowe^ possible rates.

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ICOLLEGEJj

) FLAGS/ M ^OLLEGEfh FLAGS

COLLEGE FLAGSWe carry a most complete stock of college flags made in various styles, sizes and qualities and in officially

approved colors of the following colleges:

Harvard-White H

M\ BasketBall

THE SPALDING "OFFICIAL" BASKET BALLExtract from Men'sOfficial Kule BookKULE II.-BALL

Sec. 3. The ba!I made bvA. G. Spalding & Bros.shall be the official ball.

Official balls will beStamped as herewith, anditvill be in sealed boxes.

Extract from Women'sOfficial Ktile Book

RULE U.-BALLSec. 3. The ball made byA. G. Spalding & Bros.shall be the official ball.

Official balls will bestamped as herewith, andwill be in sealed boxes.

Sec. 4. Tlie official ball ^™«— V^DV '^^^ÊeaU^F' y\^y c- . -T-! /-r • , . It

.:..stL..ed^.n an match ^^^^^^.^T^gS^^^ I mu^si Se usêS^.n^^l?!^^'*= m^m^^m^^m^^^^mmmtâ^^î^^m^Bmmimmmai^^^m^^^m^ games.

Officially adopted and must be used in all match games. The cover is made in eight sections, with caplessends and of the finest and most carefully selected pebble grain leather. The bladder is made specially for.this ball, of extra quality Para rubber. Each ball packed complete, in sealed box, and guaranteed perfect in

every detail. This ball must be used in all match games of either men's or women's teams.

No. M. " Official " Basket Ball. Each, S5.00

The Spalding

Junior Basket Ball

Same quality material and

workmanship as in our

No. M "Official" Ball, but

slightly smaller in size.

For Junior Teams

No. ML. Each, $4.50

Spalding

"Special No. E."

Fine English pebble grain

leather case. The bladder

of the purest Para rubber

and guaranteed. Eachball complete in sealed

box.

No. E. Each, $3.00

Spalding "Practice No. 18"3>To. 18. Good quality leather cover; regulation size. Each ball complete in box with bladder. Each, S2.00

Spalding "Official" Basket Ball Goals

Officially adopted andmust be used in all matchgames. We are equippingour basket ball goals nowwith nets constructed so

that the bottom may beleft open in practicegames

I

to permit the ball to drop(through. The opening is

closed readily by a drawstring for match games.

No. 80. Pair, $4.00

Extract from Official RuleBook

RULE m.—GOALSSec. 3. The goal made by A. G.Spalding & Bros. shaU be the

offic

Sec. 4. The official goal mustbe used in all match games.

Thumb Protector

A substantial support thatplayers will appreciate.

No. T. Each, 50c

Extra Bladders—Guaranteed Quality

No. OM. For Nos. M, ML and E balls. Each, $ I .OONo. AP. For No. 18 ball. . , . .60

Outdoor Goals

Outdoor Basket Ball Goals, Uprights

and Net Frame. Designed for

lawns, schoolyards, outdoor gjTn-

nasiums and playgrounds. Every-

thing complete for setting up.

No. I 60. Per pair, $40.00

Basket Ball Score BooksNo. I. Paper cover, 10 games. Each, tOc.No. 2. Cloth cover, 25 games.No. A. Collegiate, paper cover.

No. B. Collegiate, cloth cover.

Honest dealers must be protected in their legitimate profit. Such is the Spalding Policy^ The consumers'

prices are fixed in our Stores at New York, Chicago and all branches, cind our distributing customers are

required to sell at no less and no more, except owing to excessive freight or duties to distant points an advance

may be reasonably charged to cover such expense.

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Basket^;

Ball HBaSKETi

Ball

Knee Pants, Fly Front, Lace BackWhite or Black Sateen. S 1 .25 I No. 3. White or Black Silesia. 75c.White or Black Sateen. I .OO I No. 4. White or Black Silesia. 50c.

Stripes down sides, 25 cents per pair extra.

Knee TightsNo. 604. Cut Worsted, Navy, Black, Maroon. . ,j Per pair, S 1 .25No. 4B. Sanitary Cotton. White, Navy, Black, Maroon.

" .50Spaldins New and Improved Jerseys

ng s!zc5 in stock: 28 to 42-inch chest. Other sizes at an advanced price. Our No. loP line is manufactured fromstcd and closely woven; of a good quality. Made to stand the severest strain. Anabsolutely perfect basket ball jersey.

No. I OP. Solid colors: Black, NavyBlue, Gray, Maroon carried in stock;

other plain colors to order. S2.75No. I 2 P. Colors as above. 2.25

No. I OPX. Same grade, solid color bodies,

with alternate striped sleeves^usually twoinches of same color as body, with narrow

|

stripe of any desired color. Each, $3.00Full Striped Jerseys

No. I OPS. Full striped jerseys; two-inch stripes, same goods ias above, made in

•the following combinations of colors: Orange and Black, Gray and Royal Blue>

Scarlet and White, Navy and White, Royal Blue and White, Black and Royal Blue, Red and Black, ColumbiaBhie and White, Navy and Cardinal, Gray and Cardinal, Maroon and White. . .. Each, S3.25No. I 2PS. Furnished in same colors.a3 No. lOPS, but collars and cuffs not striped. " $2.50

Quarter Sleeve ShirtsNo. 601. Cut Worsted. Navy, Black Maroon. . . . Each, $1.25No. 6F. Sanitary Cotton. White, Navy, Black, Maroon. " .50

Sleeveless Shirts

>Jo. 600. Cut Worsted. Navy, Black, Maroon. . . Each, $1.25No. 6E. Sanitary Cotton. White, Navy, Black, Maroon. " .50No. 6ES. Cotton Striped Shirt. Solid body, with 4-inch stripe around

chest in following combinations of colors: Navy with White' stripe, Maroon with White stripe. Royal Bluewith White stripe. Black with Orange stripe, Red with Black stripe. Black with Red stripe. Each,

7

5c.No. 600S. Cut Worsted Striped Shirt. Solid body, with 4-inch stripe around chest, in same combinations

of colors as No. 6ES. .. ,. , ,.. . . . . . , . ;.. ., ., Each, $1.50Canvas Padded Pants

No. I PB. Extra quality brown canvas. Padding will not interfere with freemovements. Cane strips at thighs Per pair, $ 1 . 7 5

No. XPB. Made of heavy white drill and well padded. . .' " .75

No. 5B. Heavy brown canvas, padded lightly on hips, very loose fitting. I .OOBasket Ball Shoes

No. BB. Mad6 of selected leather, rubber sole. The suction caused by the peculiar

construction of the sole enables the player to. obtain a good purchase on the floor,

a feature which has made this shoe very popular. Pair,$ 4 . 5ONo. BBL. For ladies'; otherwise same as No. BB, 4.50fNo. I H. High Cut, best grade Canvas Shoe, rubber sole. 1 .50|No. M. High Cut, Canvas Shoe, with rubber sole, I .OOJ

Spalding Basket Ball Stockings

Per pair, $1 .50'^ 1.75

Our Highest Quality Stockings are all. wool, heavy ribbed, full fashioned,

^hus the leg closely but comfortably; are very durable. Black, Navy, Ma-roon, Scarlet and any special colors to order. White feet.

No. 3-0. Plain colors. . J^ .

No. 3-OS. Striped, any colors, to order only. .

RIBBED STOCKINGS—Colors: Black, Navy. Maroon, Royal Blue and Scarlet

Heavy. . ... . Pair, $ I . I O I No. 3R. Good weight. . . '. Pair, 70c.Medium weight. . . " .90

| No. 4R. Cotton " 25c.STRIPED STOCKINGS—Colors: Scarlet and Black. Maroon and White, Royal Blue and White, Royal Blue and Black, Orange and

Black, Navy B.ue and Red, Navy and White.

No IRS. Heavyweight, $1.25 I No. 2RS. Medium weight, $ I .OO 1 No. 3R3. Good weight, 80c.STRIPED COTTON STOCKINGS

No. 4RS. Cotton stripad Same combinations of colors as above, but made only with one 4-inch stripe of

second color mentioned around calf of leg. . . .• Per pair, 35c.

High list prices with an alluring big discount is the surest and quickest way to bring any line of goods into Yj

|Wdisrepute, for the discount to be effective must be made continujJly bigger and more eJlunng, which simply

emphasizes a greater and grenter deterioration m quality. This is NOT th« Spalding Policy,

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ROLLER'^jil

Skates (^ -M ^Roller^Skates

MEN'S

No. P. For Men and Boys.

Spalding Rink Roller SkateNot/ a Sidewalk Skate, But. a Rink Skate

Built* for Rink Purposes ^

To Stand Rink Conditions

in Fact, Simply the Best Rink Skate Ever MadeAll steel, except the leather

straps and rubber cushions.

Tempered steel ball-bear-

ings, steel perforated rollers.

SIZTES:9, 9k, 10, lO'A, 11,

12 inch foot plate8h,ll'A,

Bright finish.

Per p^r.

No. PL. For Women and Girls. Brightfinish. . . . Per pair.

$4.50

4.50

WOMEN'SNo. P N P. For Men and Boys. Nickel-

plated. . . Per pair.

No. P L N P. For Women and Girls.

,

Nickel-plated. ; Per pair.

$6.00

Any of-the above rink skates furnished with either ball bearing boxwood or fibre rollers instead at same price.

Correspondence solicited with Rinl< Managers and Promoters.

Peck & Snyder Adjustable Rink Roller Skate

Is adjustable, yetperfectly rigid, aslink arrangementbetween axles keepshangers always in anupright position.

Nickel-plated and highly polished. Rollers with tem-

pered steel bail bearings.

No. 5. Men's All Clamp, adjustable from 10 to 11 -i

inches. Per pair, $6.00No. 7. Ladies' anc^Mi'sses' All Clamp, adjustable

from 7k to 9k inches. Per pair, $6.00No. 6. Men's Half Clamp, adjustable from 10 to

11 K inches. . . Per pair, «6.00Na 8. Ladies' and Misses' Half Clamp, adjustable

from I'i to 9k inches. Per pair, $6.00

Peck 5 Snyder Racing Roller SkateThis style of skate

is steadily increasing

in popularity. Coldrolled steel, heavilynickel-plat ed.Wheels have tem-pered steel ball bear-

ings and good quality

solid rubber tires.

No. I R. Men's All Clamp/ adjustable from 10 to

llK inches. . Per pair, S4.00No. 3R. Ladies' and Misses' All Clamp, adjustable

from 7k to ^K in."

Per pair, S4.00No. 4R. Ladies' and Misses' Half Clamp, adjustable

from 7k to 9k in. Per pair, $4.COExtra Rollers for Skates

No. H. Hemacite Skate Rollers. Perset, 40c.No. B. . Boxwood Rollers. 40c.

Peck S Snyder Qub Roller Skate

COLD ROLLED STEEL, NICKEL-PLATED, TEMPERED STEEL

BALL BEARINGS.

No. IBB. Men'sAll Clamp, adjust-able from 10 to>

11 -i inches.

^Pair, $3.SONo. 3BB. Ladies',and Misses' AlliCla'mp, adjustable

from 7k to 9k inches. Per pair, $3 -SOMen's Half Clamp, adjustable from TO to

Per pair, $3.50Ladies' and Misses' Half Clamp adjustable

to 9k in.'

Per pair, «3.50COLD ROLLED STEEL. BRIGHT FINISH. PLAIN BEARING.

No. I . Men's All Clamp, adjustable from 10 to 11 '^

inches. . . . » Per pair, $ 1 . 2 5No. 3. Ladies' and Misses' AH Clamp, adjustable

from 7k to 9,K in.., _^ Per pair, « 1 .25

No. 2. Men's Half Clamp, adjustable from 10 to 11 '.

inches 'Per pair, $ 1 . 2 5No. 4. Ladies' and Misses' Half Clamp, adjustable

from 7k to 9k in. .

"^, Per pair, S 1 .2

5

Peck fi Snyder Climax Skate

Adjustable from 7k

to 10 inches

Ebonized wheels.

No. 16.

Per pair, 75c

.

No. 2BB.11'^ in.

No. 4BB.from 1)\

When you hear an athletic artide of any kind being praised, you may be sure it bears the Spalding Trad

Mark. Oui fcnanciai responsibility, our athletic experience of thirty years, the brains we possess, and the

most completely equipped factories m the world stand behind it.

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Spalding Polo Sticks

The Spalding "Rink Polo" Stick is made of the best

and most carefully selected material from patternsfurnished by the "Champions of America." Eachstick is carefully inspected and guaranteed uniform

in weight and balance.

No.O. The Spalding Rink Polo Stick. SI.OONo. AA. The Spalding Polo Stick, made of fin-

est second growth hickory, wound handlewith grip. . Each, 75c.

No. A. "League" Polo Stick, selected

second growth hickory ..handsomely fin-

ished; . Each, 50c.No. B. "Standard" Polo Slick, selected

second growth ash ; nicelv finished.

Ji,ach","25c.

No.C. "Junior" Polo Stick.

• Each, lOc.No.D. Boys' Polo Stick. 5c

material, according to the latest Polo regulations. Nonebox. Each ball wrapped in tinfoil put in a separate box

No. I. "Ofl[icial"PoloBall, 7 5c. i No. 2. "Practice"

^ PUSH^ BALL

Polo Goal Cages

Regulation size and style,

complete with net. Fur-nished with sloping boardin front so that ball can roll

up into the cage.

Per pair, $50.00

"The Spalding" Official Polo BaUThe Official Ball is made of the very best

genuine without our trade-mark on each ball andand sealedJn accordance with League regulations.

Polo Ball, 25c.iNo. 3. Rubber Polo Ball, I Oc.

Polo Leg and Shin Guar(kLeg Guards

No. 4. Players' Style, Leather Leg GuardsNo. 5. Players' Style, Canvas Leg Guards.No. 4G. Goal Tenders' Leather Leg Guards,

specially paddedNo. 5G. Goal Tenders' Canvas Leg Guards.

specially paddedShin Guards

No. 30. Sole Leather Shin Guards.No. 60. Made with covering of black learner, backed up with real

rattan reeds and felt padding. . . / ' .Per pair, $ 1 .50No. I I . Made with cotton moleskin^ backed up ' with real rattan

Leg Guard and felt padding. ..." '"'Per pair, 50c.

No. F. Canvas Shin Guards, 10 inches long; equipped with ankle protectors. Per pair, $ I .OONo.40. Leather Shin Guards, 10 inches lortg; equipped with ankle protectors. I .7 5No. 8. Canvas. Length 9 inches. Reed and felt padding. Per pair, 35c.No. 9. Canvas. Length 11 inches. Reed and felt padding. " 50c.

Per pair, S3.00" " 2.50

Extra long andPer^pair" $4.00Extra long andPer pair, $2.7 5

Per p^ir, $1 .75

and No. 40

Spalding Official Push Ball

Recently this game has taken a great stride in the public estimation bothin England and the United States, and it is an interesting feature at

many athletic contests. Some games have also been played where theplayers were mounted on horses.

Inflated, this ball measures six feet in diameter, and it is so constructedthat there is practically no danger of puncturing. The cover is of heavycowhide, sewn by the same workmen who have been making our footballs and basket balls for years past. Th^ bladder is made of pure Pararubber, and with each ball we supply a large foot pump for inflating.

This ball is really the only one that should be put in play by teams whowish to avoid disappointing their audience on account of a puncture dur-

ing the course of a game.No. H. Official Push Ball. Complete, $200.00

The Spalding Policy has made it possible for the athletic goods dealer to eliminate from his business that

element of uncertainty which had done much to discourage the merchant who desires to handle a line of

these goods. A fair profit is assured on every sale of Spalding Athletic Goods.

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HANDBALU,MED1C{NE^ /

Spalding Hand Balls

The leather covered hand balls we make are woundby hand, and are the same as those used by the

best players in this country.

No. I . Match balls, regulation size and weight,

leather cover. . Each, $ I .OONo. 2. Expert, leather cover. .• '^ " .75No. 4. Amateur, leather cover. . .

" .25No. 5. Rubber hand bail. ... " .25The Irish Regulation Balls have been improved in quality and will give

excellent satisfaction.

Red Ace, Irish Regulation red rubber ball. . Each, 35c.Black Ace. Irish Regulation black rubber ball. " 35c .

illHand Ball Gloves and Mitts

No. A. Gloves. Made of best quality glove

y^ leather with stitched front and special wrist[

,

^"^ ^^-^ ,Perpair, $2.50 \ '/ ../ pad.W No. B.

m^Mitts. Lightly padded.

Gloves. Full fingered.

Fingerless Gloves.

2.50I.OO.50

Water Polo BaUMade of white rubber fabric. In-

flated with key. Regulation size!"

Each, $2.00

Water Polo Guide, containmgdirections for playing and official

rules.

No. 129. Each, lOc.

Spalding Improved Medicine Balls

Weigh from four to nine pounds.The covering is of selected tan

leather sewn in the same man-ner as our foot balls. Quality

throughout has been much im-proved and the balls as now madeare extremely durable. The exer-

cise consists of throwing ball to

one another, and the catching of it develops thechest, exercises the back, arms, legs; in fact, improves

the whole system.

No. it. 4-lb. ball.

No. 12. -6-lb. ball.

No. 13. 9-lb. ball.

Each, $5.006.007.00

VoUey BaUVolley Ball is a new game which

is pre-eminently fitted for the

gymnasium or the exercise hall,

but which may be played out of I

doors. Any number of persons

may play the game. The play

consists of keeping the ball in

motion over a high net, from one

side to the other, thus partaking of the character of

two games, tennis and hand ball. Made of white

leather. Constructed with capless ends and furnished

with pure gum guaranteed bladder.

No. V. Regulation size; best quality. Each. S4.00No. W. Regulation size; good quality. 2.50

Volley Ball Net and Standards

^ ' -^

No. 2. Volley Ball Standai-ds, 7 feet

high. Complete with net» $8.50

Give one hundred players in any branch of athletics their choice of manufacturers and ninety-nine will

invariably select Spalding. Why? Because they recognize and appreciate the quality of all goods of

our manufacture.

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I Boxing <^

'Gloves(: A fBoxing i

^Gloves

Bampi'¥5

(flAMPlQNS ^ofTH^ORLD

THE SPALDING -CHAMPIONSHIP

GLOVES " are endorsed by all ch&ifh-

•pions and have been exclusively used for

years in championship contests and in

training. The material and workmanship

are of highest quality, the fit is perfect,

and by their peculiar construction abso-

lutely prevent any chance of injury to the

liands or wrists. Each set is carefully in-

spected before packing, and guaranteed in

ev6ry particular. Made in three sizes, in

sets of four gloves.

No. 1 15. The Spalding "Championship" Glove, 5-oz., Corbett pattern, padded wrist.

No. 116. The Spalding "Championship" Glove, 6-oz.

No. 118. The Spalding "Championship" Glove, 8-oz

Per set, $6.00

6.00

6.00

The Spalding "Special" No. 218

Same style as our Championship Gloves, but not quite so high a quality in material or workmanship.

No. 218. Per set, $4.00

The Spalding 10-oz. Instructor's Glove

Made of best grade brown glove leather, extra heavily padded over knuckles and with

special large padded thumb to prevent injury to either instructor or pupil. Laces extra

far to provide ample ventilation and has patent palm grip.

No. 100. Instructor's Glove, 10-oz. Per set, $5.00

The Spalding 5-oz. Boxing Glove

None better at any price

Made of special quality light tan colored glove leather, very soft and smooth. Plain laced wrist

band, patent palm lacing and patent palm grip. An ideal glove for limited round contests.

No. 105. Boxing Glove, 5-o2. Per set, $6.00

The "IwBatJtude of Republics" is proverbial, but we believe we have earned ihc gtatimde of a maioritjr inwip«4

4e "Republic of Sport" by supplying reliable good* at BipdcratcprKes.

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SPALDINGBOXING GLOVES

New York, May t6, '04.

A G Spalding & Bros.

Gentlemen: After having

used all kinds ot boxing gloves,

both as zn amateur and profes-

sional, I can truthfully say that

in my opinion, the Spalding

Championship Boxing Glove

is 'the superior of all others

for three reasons First, it is

well made and lasting. Second,

they do not cut or bruise the

skin, and -lastly, they are so

padded as \o make injury to

the hands almost impossible.

Very truly yours,

JIMMY BRTTT

No. "1I . Corbett pattern

hair, patent palm lacing,

usage.

No. 9. Regulation 5 oz.

No. I 3. Corbett pattern,

grip.

Ahorve illustrates the patent palm lacing andpatent palm grip referred to in descriptions offollowing boxing gloves. With these iniprove-

'ments we believe our line is absolutely thefinest

on the market. The patent palm lacing, insuring

a snug fit at all times, is a very valuablefeature,

'and the patent palm grip, we know, will be

'appreciated by those who want gloves that are

up-to-date in every particular.

largeT oz. glove, best quality brown glove leather, padded with best curledpadded wrist band, patent palm grip. Substantially made throughout for hard

Set, $6.00glove, otherwise same as No. 11. ... " 4.60olive tanned leather, well padded with hair, patent palm lacing and patent palm

Set, S4.00No. I 4. Regulation 5 oz. glove, dark wine color,

padded wristband, patent palm lacing andpalm grip. Much improved. Set, $3.6

O

No. I 5., Corbett pattern, olive tanned leather,

well padded with hair, padded wristband,patent palm lacing, patent palm grip. $3.DO

No. I 7. Corbett pattern, craven tan leather,

well padded with hair, patent palm lacing,

patent palm grip, padded wristband, $3.CONo. I 9. Corbett pattern, craven tan leather,

well padded with hair, patent palm grip andpatent palm lacing. Set, $2.75

No. 2 I . Corbett pattern, grip and cuffs ofbrown leather, balance of glove finished in

dark wine color leather. Well padded withhair and patent palm lacing. Set, $2.CO

No, 23. Regular pattern, fine-quality browntanned leather. A very well made glove. Hairpadded and patent palm lacing. Set, $ 1 .50

No. 24. Regular pattern, outer handpiece of

craven tan leather, grip and cuffs of olive shade

;

hair padded, elastic wristband. Set, $ I .OO

The Spalding Guarantee is broad enough to cover everything for which a manufadhirer should properly be //j M)SaeidjeipeaiSJe. That is all that (air people expedt and we piide ourselves on a clientele whose (ainwsa b Vvj;:^

pravetbial, die vafi aimy <rf athletes who use Spalding Athletic Goods. ^-^

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I Boxing <^

Gloves/ A t) Boxing (

'bGLOVES<

SPALDING BOXING GLOVES

A. G. Spalding & Bfios.

Gentlemen: I have carefully inspected

the glove you are manufacturing, called the

"Spalding Special" Contest Glove, andafter a thorough examination must confess

it is by far the most comfortable glove I

have ever had on my hand. It possesses all

the requirements and I am fully satisfied it

will gain universal recognition and will be

adopted by all the promoters throughout

the country. The idea of being made of

special kid leather, and also being lined with

a special tanned perspiration proof leather,

makes it doubly strong, for it can stand any

amount of rough usage without becomingunfit for use, as in most instances, after a

glove becomes wet with perspiration, it

stretches and gets out of shape and is utterly

worthless.

1 gave the glove a thorough trial and amconfident you have hit the nail on thfe head,

and have no he'sitancy in recommendingthe article in question to those who are

interested.

Yours very truly,

^^^.^ ^^^>^^

Spalding's Youths' Boxing

Gloves are made in exactly the

same manner and of the same'

material as the full size gloves

of our manufacture and are

warranted to give satisfaction.

YOUTHS' GLOVES. ALL STYLES, PADDED WITH HAIR

No. 45. Youths' Championship Glove, Corbett pattern, best quality

brown glove leather, extra well finished and double stitched.

'Patent palm lacing and patent palmgi'ip. . Per set, $3.0b

No. 40. Youths' size, Corbett pattern, soft craven tan leather,

well padded, patent palm lacing. . . . Per set, $2.00

No. 25. Youths' size, regular pattern, soft tanned leather, patent

palm lacing. , Perset. $l.50

No. 26. Youths' size, regular pattern, dark tanned leather, elastic

wristband. ,

.

Per set, S 1 .OO No. 25

REGULAR PATTERN

Is there any line of manufacture covering as wide a range as athletic goods in which a single firm has built upa reputation as high as that possessed by A. G. Spalding & Bros.? A reputation which depends primarily

on their ability to turn out goods that are absolutely unapproachable in quality, style and finish.

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>Striking\,

) Bags S r }^Striking^

^ Bags ^

THE SPALDING STRIKING BAGS=Tho Bladders used In all our Striking Bags are made of pure Para Rubber and are Fully Guaranteed

All our single end bags are made with solid leather top, through center of which rope passes, making

them the most certain in action of any. Laces on side at top, so that the bladder can be inflated with-

out interfering with rope. Each bag is most carefully inspected and then packed complete in box with

bladder, lace and rope.

No. 19. Made of highest quality Patna W No. 18. The "'Fitzsimmons Special."'

kid, the lightest and strongest of leather.|

Made of finest selected olive Napa tanned

Sewed with linen thread, double stitched X leather, extra well made; double stitched,

and red welted seams. Especially suit- M^^^ ^^j^^^ ^^^ ^^^ reinforced through-

able for exhibition work, and a very fast .J^P \ „ . . . , ,

, „ , __ _^ ^m^ \ out. For trammg purposes particularlybag. . . jiiacn, 97.00 ^^Mll^^ ^ x~

this bag will be found extremely satis-

factory in every respect Each.. ¥6,00iJo. I 9S. Same material as in No. 19, but

furnished with special light bladder and

weighs only 7 oz. complete. The fastest

bag made, but very strong and dur-

able. . . Each, $7.00

No. I 8S. Same as No. 18, but smaller

in size and lighter. Intended for very

speedy work. . . Each, $6.00

No. 20. Made of finest selected calfskin, double stitched, red welted seams and reinforced throughout.

Very fast and a durable bag for gymnasium use. . . Each, $5.50Ko. 1 9. Made of olive tanned leather, specially selected; double stitched, red welted seams and reinforced

throughout Excellent for quick work. . . Each, $4.00No. I O. Made of specially tanned brown glove leather; double stitched, red welted seams and reinforced

throughout. Well made in every particular. . Each, $3.00No. I 7. "Made of fine craven tanned leather, well finished; double stitched, red welted se^ms and reinforced

throughout. A good all around bag. . -. Each, $2.60No. 1 6. Made of extra fine grain leather; full size and lined throughout. .

" 2.00No. I 5. Made of olive tanned leather; full size and lined throughout; red welted seams. "

1 .60

No. I 4. Good quality brown leather; lined throughout "I .OO

STRIKING BAG SWIVELS

mNo. II IB No.9^ No. 12

No. 8. ~The~simplest and most effective ball bearing swivel on the market. Rope can be changed instantly

without interfering with any other part of swivel Each, » 1.5 ONo. 9. With removable socket for quickly suspending or removing bag without readjoflttng. 60c.No. I I . Swivel action, with bell cord coupling and rope attached. Fastens pennanently to disk; japan

finish. . . .

~~~Each, 60c.

No, 6. Japanned iron stem for use with platform or disk. . . . . .• >.^'5'' 1;5 " 35c.No. I 2. Ball and socket action. Fastens permanently to disk; nickel-plated.

"^ -''^ ' " 25c.

It is with modest but pardonable pride that we refer to the growth and success of A. G. Spal<^ & Bros,

since its formation, March I. 1876, but that in which we take the greatest satisfaction and pride is the original

inauguration and successful working out of the Spalding Policy, which, in effect, has been the pioneer in

blazing an entirely new system of merchandizing.

lOO

a TTTHE SPALDING DOUBLE END BAG

The Bladders used in all our Striking Bags

We are making all of our double endReally the strongest construfition we

* "'

No. 7.. Made of finest selected olive Napatanned leather, and workmanship of samequality as in our " Fitzsimmons " Special

Bag No. 18. Double stitched, red welted

seams. An extremely durable and lively

bag. . Complete, $5.00No. 6. Fine olive tanned leather cover,

double stitched red welted seams. Extrawell made throughout. Complete,$4 . O

No. 6.1 Regulation size, specially tanned|

brown glove leather, cover,, red welted,

seanis, double stitched and substantially

made throughout. . C6mpIete,S3.50

Each bad complete in box, with bladder, tace,

rvbbet cord for floor, and rope for^ ceiling

attachment.

Brass Inflaters

Ko. 2.

No. 3.

Club size, cylinder 10 in: 60c,

Pocket size, cylinder 5K jn. 26c

.

are made of Pure Para Rubber and are Fully Cuaranteedl

bags with one-piece top and substantial leather loop,

know of. The bottom hop is also very strongly made.

No. 4 1-2. ' Regulation size, fine craven

tanned leather and red weltedseams. Wellfinished throughout Complete, $3.0O

No. 4, Regulation size, fine grain leather

cover and well made throughout, double

stitched. Complete,.$2. 6ONo. 3. Regrulatibn size, substantial brown

leather cover, reinforced and double

stitched seams. Complete, $2.OONo. 2 1-2. Regulation size, good quality,

dark olive tanned leather, lined through-

out, red welted seams. Complete,$ J . 6ONo. 2. Medium size, good brown 'tanned,

leather, lined throughout. 8 1 .OOEach bag complete in box, with bladder, lace,

rubber cord for floor, and rope for ceiling

attachment.

Extra BladdersNo. B. For Nos. 2, 2'A, 3, 14, 15, 16. 60c

.

No. A. For Nos. 4, 4K, 5, 6, 10, 12, 17, 18Sand 19S. . .

' Each, S .60No. OB. For Nos. 7," 18, 19,'20.

' 76No. OS. Extra heavy, for full size bags 1 .00No. D. Elastic floor attachment for all StylesMdouble end bags, best quality cord. .30No.E. Elastic cord for double end bags. .20

All Rubber Bladders bearing our Trade-Mark are made of Pure Para Rubber and are^ guaranteed Perfect inMaterial and Workmanship. We will replace any which prove defective within one year from date ofpurchase. We exceptfrom the provisions of this Guarantee, and will not replace bladders which are punc-tured within two inches of the stem, or any which showfrom their appearance that they have been subjected to

abuse. , A puncture within two inches of the stem indicates carelessness in lacing, with the probability thatsome sharp instrument used to lace the hall, or bag, has punctured the bladder; or else the leather flap insidethe opetiing has not been drawn over smoothly to protect that part of the bladder adjacent to the stem, beforethe ball or bag was inflated. A puncture or break which occurs on account of either of these causes we donot hold ourselves responsible for, and bladders so punctured will not be replaced.


Striking Bag Mitts No. I .I

Made of olive Napa Leather and extra well padded ; venti-

lated palm and special elastic wrist in glove. Pair, $2.00No. 2. Made of soft tanned leather, properly shaped and padded,

substantially put together. . . . Pair, $1.26No. 3., Made of soft tanned leather, padded and well made ; alsomade in ladies' size Pair, 60c.

No. 4. Knuckle mitt, well padded. ." 60c.

No. 5. Knuckle mitt, well padded. . "26c,will protect the hands and recommended for use with all

Striking Bags.

The Spalding Policy has raited the tone of the athletic goods busines* by doing away with the unprincipled

method of price bantering and bargaining, so common in the athletic trade before its introduction. Theconsumer now knows just what he has to pay for an article, and the merchant obtains a legitinuite profit on

every tale of Spalding Athletic Goods.

lOI

\ STRIKING^' BAG>LATFORMSL

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STRIKINGBAG

G^^^^gV

U£^

The Spalding

Patent Solid

Striking Bag Disks

PATENT PENDING

TpHE solid disk for striking bags will always

* hold a high place in the estimation of many

on account of the variety of work it permits.

The style which we originally introduced some

years ago is the one which has been imitated

most generally, but in all these substitutes the

makers, while making them lighter, have uni-

formly neglected the most essential point and

have produced an article flimsy and unsatisfac-

tory to a degree.

A striking bag disk must be substantial if it

is to be of use, and in the various styles, both

adjustable and braced, which we list below, this

feature has not been neglected, while we have

striven to put out a disk which is suitable for

home use and moderate in price.

Adjustable Style

No. C-R. Complete, without bag. Each, $7.50

WaU Braced Style

No. F-R. Complete, without bag. Each, $5.00

£X2

Consider not our defects." We do not claim that nothing of our manufacture will ever prove defective, but

we guarantee to replace whatever does. That's what the Spalding Guarantee means.

I 02

iSTRIKING^BAG

h-.

% li

} STRIKING(

^LATFORM^

|AG Punching is really a fascinating diversion capable of so many combinations that it

"

IS mterestmg alike to the young boy and the seasoned athlete. When its healthful ad-

vantages are considered it is remarkable that there are not more bags"

in use, especially where there are boys and girls who would not other-*^ '

wise take sufficient exercise to keep them in good physical condition.

The Moline Platform

Our Moline Platform is adjustable in height, readily attached to any

wall, and the side brackets^so arranged that it touches three rows of

studding. Neat in design and hand-

somely finished, it in no way detracts

from the appearance of the room, does

not obstruct the light, and overcomes

many other objectionable features of the

old style disk usually costing double the

price. Each platform is supplied with

everything necessary for attaching to

wall, and crated ready for shipment.

tm NO. I. Moline Piaitorm, $10.00

'sLl''''^^\M g^g jg nQ{. included in above price. Se«

list of bags on preceding pages.

The Spalding "Aerial" Striking Bag Platform

TheSpalding"Aerul''

Platform only recently

introduced, combines in

itself practically all

that is desired in anarticle of this kind, andthe price is so low that

ft is within reach of all.

Vibration and noise are

really eliminated in this

as far as it is physically

possible, and with the

Spalding Aerial there is

only the sound of thebagas it meets the ring, and-all the vibration is taken

up by the supporting

ropes. Thisplatform can

be approached from anyside, something that is

not possible with the or-

dinary style, and whenthe ropes are secured at

end of cross pieces it is

as rigid as any of the or-

dinary gymnasium disks

supported by steel guys.

TIC SpaWlBfl "Aerial" SiPlKIng Bag Plaiiopm, complcic with Dag and cvergihing ncccssarg lor selling up, $5.00

TKe lepulation of Spalding Athletic Goods for quality, which has been made in over a <:uarter<entury of

successhil business, has not been a thing of chance, but has been acquired only by manufacturing with the

utmost care, and giving to the public athledc goods of the very best grade that could be manufacture*

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\ STRIKING Q

,4>LATF0RMS^ t ISTRIKING /

BAGlATFORMS

THE SPALDINGDISK PLATFORM

=Patented April 19, 1904=

Can be put up in a very small space and taken downquickly when not in use by simply detaching the curved fix-

ture from the wall plate.

The metal disk against which the bag strikes constitutes

one of the best features ever incorporated in an arrangement

of this character, rendering it almost noiseless and very

quick in action.

Suitable particularly for the home, and very useful to"'

professional and business men who find a little exercise

necessary to keep in condition.

The Spalding Disk Platform, Complete with Ba^No. y. Each, $5.00

THE SPALDING GYMNASIUM DISKWe think without fear of contra-

diction we can claim for this disk the

credit for having popularized bagpunching as an adjunct to regular

gjTnnasium work, for as the original

solid disk it was the forerunner of

all the various substitutes which

have been put out since

forhome use, none hav-

ing attempted to invade

the field so admirably

covered by this disk

which we recommendsimply for gymnasiumpurposes.

Made of solid white

ash, two inches thick;

complete with pipes,

guys, floor plates andother fittings necessary

for setting up on gym-nasium floor; all fittings

heavily japanned.

No. 81F. The Spalding Gymnasium Disk, Without Bag. Each, $45.00

We also make a similar disk to be suspended from ceiling or gallery. Price varies according to height and

will be quoted on application, with particulars.

If a"

Just as Good " dealer tries to persuade you that his " Just as Good " goods are " Just as Good " as

Spalding's, be "Just as Good " as you can to yourself by letting him dump his " Just as Good " stuff on to some

other fellow.

I04

) Whitely\lEXERCISER/ 1

^ WHITELY(vEXERCISERi

Nd, 3. ' Whitely "Special" anci "Anderson's Physical Education." Complete in box, with

charts, foot attachment, door hinge attachment and package of hooka. Choice of heavy,

medium or light cable. . Each, $5.00

Whitely "AtMete" and "Anderson's Physical Education." Made with extra large, finely

finished rosev'ood pulleys, self-oiling bearings, very light and strongthroughout. Recom-

mended for gymnasium and for strong men. ... . Each, $4.5

O

No. 2. \Vhitely "Olympian" and "Anderson's Physical Education." Complete in box,

with foot attachment, door hinge attachment and package of hooks. Choice of either extra

heavy, he^vy, medium, light or child's cable. ... . Each, $4.00

No. 1 . WhiLely "Standard" and "Anderson's Phydcal Educotion." Complete in box,

with foot attachment, door hinge attachment and package of hooks. Choice of either

heavy, medium, light or child's cable. ..... . Each, $3.00

No. 0. Whitely "Vim" and Chart,s. Complete in box, with door hinge attachment and

package of hooks. Choice of either heavy, medium, light .or child's cable. Each. $9.0O

With "Anderson's Physical Education," 25c. extra.

Whit»ely "Ideal." Good quality, full size, with three wood pulleys and regularattachments.

Heavy, medium or light cable. . * . . < • : Each, $ 1 .26

Whitely "Juvenile"

Has three pulleys and is a complete Whitely, all the parts being nicely

made and firtished. Complete with colored chart and hooks in box. •

Child's tension, suitable to 5 or 6 years. . Each, $1.25Light tension, suitable to 10 or 12 years. . " I.50

Pxtra Cables Complete with Swivel Ends for Whitely Exercisers

Cables are packed in individual tubes, convenient for handling or mailing. This also keeps the

rubber from the light and air When not specified medium tension will be sent.

Style O. For " Vim " Whitely Exerciser; choice of either light, medium or heavy ten-

sion. . . . .Each, $I.OO

Style I. For "Standard" Whitely Exerciser; choice of either light, medium or heavy

tension. ... . . . '. . • .-: ^ - Each, $I.OOCables for Athletes' Exerciser. .'

'• " t .BO

Style 2. For "Olympian" Whitely Exerciser; choice of light, medium, heavy or extra heavy

^ tension. Each, $ 1 .25

3. For ' 'Special" Whitely Exerciser; choice of either light, medium, heavy or extra heavy tension. 1 .50

The Spalding

Elastic Home Exerciser

If is readily attached' to door frame, win-

dow casing, or any convenient place in

room; is absolutely noiseless and takes up

very little space, and can be quickly re-

moved when not in use.

Each, 76c." 75c." 50c.

No. IH. Heavy Tension Elastic.'-''

No. 2M. Medium Tension Elastic.) ^j

No. 3L. Light Tension Elastic.

Wrist Machines

No. I V^-^ «' No. 3

Strengthens and develops the fingers, hands, ^yl^st3,

arm and forearm. Cures cramps and stiffness of joints.

No. I. Elastic cord, wood handle, "Each, 25c.No. 2. Elastic cord, cork handle. 60c.No. 3. Metal springs, wood handle. 26c.

If the old proverb is true that " imitation is the sincerest fonn of flatfery." then AG. Spalding & Bros, are the

jBattcred concern in America, because th«re is not an athletic implement in this co«intry that does

icpresent ao attempted

»«. .u. ....^.m. ..^y,,....^. — i country that does not

I of their deasw and genoal style*.

105

HE balance of all our fencing foils is absolutely correct.

Handle is good length and pommel sufficiently heavy to keep ^"'^^^

foil well in hand. We use the two standard blades, Coulaux

and Solingen, and before leaving our factory every one is

tested to detect flaws. The foreign manufacturers of these blades

will give us no guarantee against breakage, and we are not in

position to guarantee them ourselves, but all repairs will be made at prices whichinclude merely material and labor necessary.

Fencing Foils

r^~:TlWI'P'nfiniiiiiiftniiniiniififijl(

No. 7. Iron mountings, "figure 8" guard, corded

handle. . . Per pair, $ I .OONo. I I. Japanned mountings, "figure 8" guard,

corded handle, japanned pommel and 34-inch Solin-

gen blade. . Per pair, $2.5

O

No. I 8. Mountings, " figure 8 " guard and pommelof brass; corded handle and 34-inch Solingen

blade. . . Per pair, $3.00No. 17. Special "Club" Foil, nickel-plated and

polished, improved "figure 8 " guard and pommel,special corded handle and 34-inch Coulaux blade.

Per pair, $4.00No. I 4L. Ladies' Foil, nickel-plated and polished;

" figure 8 " guard, plush covered handle, mountingspolished and plated, engraved 32-inch blade. S4.00

The Spalding Special Detachable FoU

No I X. Nickel-plated and polished fittings, selected

34-inch Coulaux blade, handles specially corded.

This foil is equipped with a special "figure 8"guard. Blade can be removed instantly by merelydetaching pommel. Per pah-, $6.00

Extra blades for detachable foil; special Coulaux,

full polished. Each, $ I .OO

No. 15. Nickel-plated bell guard, leather covered

handle, trimmings nickel-pLated, 34-inch Solingen

blade Per pair, $2.75No, 19. Nickel-plated and buffed bell guard, leather

covered handle, trimmings nickel-platejJ and pol-

ished, selected 34-inch Coulaux blade. '$3.50-

No. 23. Reinforced bell guard, all trimmings nickel-

plated and highly polished; leather-covered handle,

fine 34-inch engraved blade.. Per pair, $5.00No. 24L. Ladies' Foil; small bell guard and all

trimmings nickel-plated and polished; leather cov-

ered handle, fine 34-inch engraved blade^ ^.4^0

Spalding^^^ Special Italian Pattern FoU

We carry in stock two of the most popular models ofItalian style foils. These are the product of two ofthe best manufacturers in Europe and will be found

perfect in every detail.

No. 9. Gennari Model; regular finish. Pair, $9.00No. I 6. Special Model; finely finished nickel

fittings. . . Per pair, $ 1 0.OOExtra blades for Italian pattern foil, flat style, best

quality. . . . Each, $ 1 .OO

Ask the athlete when in doubt as to what sign you should look for when you go to purchase athletic

.^ goods—he'll tell you what he looks for himself always—the Spalding Trade-Mark

106

ITALIAN FENCING GOODSWe carry in stock a full assortment of rapiers in the different

models recognized by the Italian school. These are imported by

direct from the best manufacturer in Italy, and they are

absolutely correct in every particular.

ITALIAN STYLERAPIERS ^^^^,,,

No. I 60. Radaelli Model, nickeled mountings. S I O.OO

No. I 70. Masiello Model, japanned mountings. 8.00

No'. 1 80. Masiello Model, nickeled mountings. 9.00

No! 220. Barbasetti Model, japanned mountings. 8.00

No. 230. Barbasetti Model, nickeled mountings. 9.00

Blades for any of above models. . . - Each, 2.00

Chiave,wrench for mounting and dismounting blades. . 5O

FENCING SWORDSNo. lO.

No. 15.

No. 20.No. 30.

PER PAIR

Haute Rapier, finest steel. S8.00Combat Sword, regulation style. 6.50Broadswords, regulation style. 1 O.OOBroadswords, wood. . . 2.00

Sword Blades

1 . For Rapier No. 10. . Each, S 1 .25

I '/2. Eor Sword No. 15. . " • -50

2.'

For Sword No. 20. . " 2.0O

Spalding Special^ DueUing Sword

Nickel-plated and polished fittings, fine quality

three-cornered blades, handle leather covered and I

wound with silver cord, reinforced 5-inch bell

guard, heavy pommel, ornamented. Well made and

of superior quality throughout.

No. 4X. Per pair, 9 I O.OO

Extra blades for duelling swords, three-cornered, best quality. Each

Fencing Sticks

No. 30

No.40.No.41.No. 42.

Sticks, complete. . Pair, 80c.Willow Basket Handles. " 40c.Hickory Sticks only. " 40c.

f

$2.50

Foil Blades

A. Fine Solingen Steel Blades, 34-inch.

B. Fine Coulaux Steel Blades, 34-inch.

C. Rubber Foil Buttons. . Per pair.

60C.75c.

IOC.

"^^aSr»r:l.i?A?*»'^-i^«--^^^

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'ENCING masks must be selected with care and with a proper regard for the use to which theyare to be put. In the assortment which we list below, and carry in stock, will be found styles

suitable for the French and the Italian Schools and for either foil or broadsword fencing.These goods are imported by us direct from the European manufacturers. ^

Extra fine quality.

Close mesh and strongly made. Trimmed \\ith blackpatent leather, padded head spring and chin piece.

No. I. Face Guard only. Per pair, S2.50No. 2. Face and Ear Guards.

' 3.00No. 3. Face, Ear and Forehead Guards. Pair, 3.50

Special Foil

and Broadsword MasksAll equipped with throat protec-

tion, nicely padded; inside chin

pad and padded head spring.

No. 42. Foil Mask, with face,

forehead and ear guards of

close mesh and heavier wirethan in regular style.

Per pair, $7.00No. 42

No. 4 I . Extra strong Foil Maskwith face guard of twisted wire

and heavy wire forehead andear guards. Reinforced also

with heavy cross wires.

Per pair, SI 2.00

No. 57. Instructor's FencingMask. Extra strong and suit-

able for either foil or lightsabre fencing. Face guard^f twisted wire reinforcedwith heavy cross wires. Fore-head guard of heavy soleleather with ear guards ofleather, well padded andbraced with heavy wire. Circular padding for fore-head and sides. The proper Jight weight mask forthe fencing instructor. ' Per pair, $ I 5.00

Special Foil

and Broadsword MasksAll equipped with throat pro-

tection, nicely padded; inside

chin pad and padded headspring.

No. 52. Light BroadswordMask, Face guard of heavytwisted wire, well reinforced,

and extra heavy wire protec-tion for side and top of head.Leather covered circular pad-ding for forehead.

Per pair, $ I 5.00No. Si

No. 5r

No. 5 9. InterchangeableMask with removable pad-ding. Suitable for either

regular foil fencing or heavybroadsword work, the extrapadding giving protection asgreat as any heavy sabremask, while with this re-

moved it becomes a light foil

mask. Face guard of twistedwire with heavy cross wires.

The most sensible mask forthose who fence with foil

and sword. Pair, « I 6.00

No. 50. Mask for heavy or

light sabre fencing. Most

practical style made.

Equipped with sole leather

conical head and ear pro-

tection and heavy wire

forehead shield, well ven-

tilated and thoroughly

padded. Pair, $20.00

Broadsword Helmet

No. 4. Made of heavy wire, strongly

reinforced. Protects effectively

face, ears and top of head, and is

well padded. An excellent mask

of durable quality. Pair,$ 1 O.OO

A satisfied customer is the very best advertisement a dealer can have. Sportsmen want the best, and aD know //^jj)

that the Spalding Trade-Mark stands (or the best Couple this fact with the absolutely fixed prices on each U L^article, and Kirthet selling argument by the dealer become*

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Fencing

Vf/E manufacture all bur fencing gloves and the assortment listed below has been made up after

consultation with the most prominent fencers of both the French and Italian schools. Quality of

material and finish cannot be surpassed. All fencing gloves made regularly for right hand, but left hand-

gloves furnished on special order at no additional cost.

Standard Foil Gloves

No. I No. 2 No. i

Ko. I . Short soft leather cuff, nicely padded, $ I ^OO

No. 2 . Gauatlet of soft leather, nicely paddedf '1.25

No. 3. Patent leather, stiff elbow gauntlet, nicely

padded. . . Each, $l.50

No 6 No. 6i No. 63

No. 6. Ladies' Unpadded Gauntlet Glove. White

buck leather, flexible cuff gauntlet. Each, $ I .OO

No. 6 I . Unpadded Gauntlet Glove. White buck

leather, stiff patent leather cuff gauntlet._ Si .25

No. 63. White buck leather, soft cuff' gauntlet;

back of hand and first two fingers only lightly

padded. , . . f (. Each., SI.75

French Duelling Gloves

(Momquetaire Pattern.)

No. D. Special soft leather, red, brown or black,

back of glove and fingers lightly padded; extra long

soft gauntlet.

No. 60. Unpaddedflexible glove.Whitebuck leatherand extends well

up on the fore-

arm. Each,$1 .CO

Each, S2.00

No. 60

Broadsword Glove

No. 5

No. 5 . Full padded, with stiff leather cuff extending to

elbow, for sword and rapier fencing. Each, $3.00No. 7. Same as above, but with somewhat shorter

cuff . . . . , , Each, S2.eO

Fencing ShoesNo. L. Buckskin upper, red

goat trimmmgs, elkskin

sole. Per pair, S7.^50

No. LW. Same' as N6.|

L, in women's,sizes. Pair, 7.50No. I ee.Lowcut^

6TiO€, selected

leather, extra light, and elkskin soleT Pair, S3.00No. t. Low cut canvas, patent rubber soles.,, 1.20

Spalding The it always a sufficient guarantee of quiJity.

Fencing Jr^ Fencing'

Fencing Plastrons

All are covered with good quality leather and are heavily padded and quilted. Furnished with brown canvas

or white duck covering instead on special order at no additional charge.

Covering chest and right

side.

No. 2. Each, $2.00

Covering chest and right andleft side.

No. 3. Each, $2.50

For women, same style as

No. 3.

No. 3L. Each, $2.50

Fencing Jackets

Made of special quality brown canvas,

with collar Buttons at cuffs, collar and

left side. Well made and an excellent

garment in every respect.

No. C. Canvas Fencing Jacket.

Each, $3.50

No. M. Same as above, but made of

good quality moleskin.

Each, $4.50

Prices for complete fencing uniforms,

including trousers and jacket made of

various materials, quoted on applica-

tion.

We solicit correspondence with fenc-

ing clubs and will make up at reasonable

prices special equipment of any design

or material.

Chamois Pad for

Broadsword Fencing

Covered with chamois,

heavily padded and quil-

ted. Leather adjusting

straps, substantially madeand a satisfactory article

throughout.

No. 87. Each. $3.00

Elbow Protector

Made of heavy sole leather, with leather strap andbuckle.

No. 74. Elbow Cap. Each, 60c.

We en<leavor to anticipate, wherever possible, a probable demand. Spalding's goods will be found alwaysabreast of the times if not ahead of them.

I lO

Gymnasium/apparatus^

BAR. STALLS

PYMNASIUMAPPARATUS!

This piece of apparatus is a first-class all-around exerciser, especially good for abaominal work, adaptab!«i^

to home use and a particularly desirable piece of apparatus for women and children. The uprights are 8' feet high, made from selected hard pine, modeled after the latest and most approved pattern, oval fronts,

rounded comers, etc. The rungs are maple, having square tenons on end, fitting mortise in upright, and

firmly wedged in place. There is no possibility of their working loose or turning. Nicely finished and well

made throughout. Furnished complete with necessary wall boards, floor flanges for upright, screws, etc.

No. 204. Bar Stalls. Per Section, $8.00

The above cut shows three sections of bar stalls, each section being 3 feet wide on centres of uprights.

BAR. STALL BENCHMade of hard pine, strong and substantial. The top is padded with hair felt

and covered with canvas. We think it is preferable, for sanitary reasons,

that this canvas should be painted (a special elastic paint is used), and un-

less otherwise specified our stock benches will be so furnished.

No. 205. Sin^e Bench. Each, $4.00

We have succeeded in many things " and we hope to have success in our efforts to interest all the American

people in our iine of athletic goods.

SPALDING SATISFACTION SUCCESS

tti

i|NDIAN<

CLUBS< i >DUMBBELLS

Spalding Gold Medal Indian ClubsNatural Color, Lathe Polished, High Finish

Spalding Gold Medal Indian Clubsare made of selected first gradeclear maple, in two popularmodels, and are perfect in bal-

ance. Each club bears fac-simile

of the Spalding Gold Medal, andone pair is wrapped in each paperbag.

Model E.

Weights specified are for eachclub.

Per Pair.

'A lb. |$0.60^ lb. .601 lb. '.75

Va lb. .852 lb. .953 lb. I.IO

jCALISTHENIC^

) GOODS

Exhibition Clubs

Handsomely finished in eboniteand made for exhibition and stagej

purposes. The clubs are hollow,!

with a large body, and although,extremely light, represent a clubweighing three pounds or more.

Ebonite Finish.

No. A. Per pair, S3.50'

With German Silver Bands.

Ho. A No. AA. Per pair, S5.00 'no.aa

Iron Hangers for Indian Clubsand Dumb Bells

Nicely Japanned.

Ko. I. For Indian Clubs. Pain lOc.

No. 2. For Dumb Bells. lOc.

No. 3. For Indian Clubs, withscrews* Per pair, (6c.

No. 4. For Dumb Bells, withscrews. Per pair, i 6c.

No. 5. For Indian Clubs, mountedon oak strips. Per pair , 25c.

,No. 6. For Dumb Bells, mountedon oak strips. Per pair, 25c.

'CALISTHENIC(

, GOODS (

^No. 3

Per pound, 6c.

Iron Dumb Bells

Made on approved models, nicely balanced ^^ndfinished in black enamel.

Sizes 2 to 40 pounds.

Over 40 pounds.

Per pound, 'TSc.

Bar bells, any weight,

with wrought iron handle,

any length made specially..

Per pound, I Oc

Nickel-Plated Dumb Bells

Nickel-plated andpolished.

No. _ Per pair

• N, llb".,S .252N, 2 .503N, 3 .654N, 4 .756N, 5 i.OO

Nickel-PlatedDumb Bells,with RubberBandsNickel-plated and

polished.

IB. 1 lb..S .652B. 2 .753B. 3 I .OO4B. 4 1.155B. 5 1.25

Savage Bar Bell

Especially designed by Dr. Watson L .Savage.

Model S. Has large pear shaped ends with a flexible hickory shaft VA inch in diameter, producing

tory exercise, similar to that obtained with the French wand. * Per doz., •

a vibr^«

$6.0'0

O-Spalding Ash Bar Bells

No. 2. Selected material, highly polished, 5 feet long, *

Spalding School Wand

^^No. 3. 3^ feet long. Made of straight grain maple,

Spalding Calisthenic Wands

Per doz,, SS.O^O

Per doz., SI.3.0

No. 4. 4>^ feet long. \ inch diameter. Per doz..

If you consider yout own athletic r«putalion and convenience you will purchase athletic goods with the

Spalding Trade-Mark, because they can be obtained in any part of the United States, almost in any town,

and they are rapidly being introduced into foreign countries.

M3

BYMNASIUMJyVPPARATUSi

Spalding Chest Weight No. 5

The No. 5 Machine has the

Center Arm Adjustment,

which permits of all the

lower as well as the direct

and upper chest' move-

ments. The Various ,^ ^ ,., ,„ . ^, J T. • Underlift Weights as sup-changes are madeby rais- piiedVith No. s and No. 6.

ing or lowering the center Chest Weight Machines,

arm, requiring but a few seconds. Japan finish.

No. 5. Ordinary weights. Each, $15.OONo. 5. Underlift weights. "

1 7.00,No. 3X. Same style as No. 5, but heavy con-

struction and allsteel parts polished and nickel-

plated. Ordinary weights. Each, $20.00

Spalding Chest Weight No. 6Our No. 6 Chest Weight is the same as our No.

5 without the Center Arm Adjustment.

No. 6. Japanfinish, ordinary weights. S I O.OONo. 6. Japan finish, underlift weights. I 2.00No. 3. Same as No. 6, but heavy construction

and all g.teel parts polished and nickel-plated.

Ordinary weights. . . Each, $ I 6.00Spalding No. 5. 16-lb. Weights.

Spalding Chest Weight No. 2

An ideal machine for home use. Well

made and easy running. Rods are

5-8 inch coppered spring steel, bear-

ings ar^ hardened steel cone points,

running in soft gray iron, noiseless

and durable. Weight carriage packed

with felt, good for long wear, but

easily removed and replaced whenDecessary without the use of glue or

wedges of any-kind^~Weight carriage

strikes on rubber bumpers. 'Weights

are 5 lb. iron dumb bells, one to each

carriage, and may be removed and

used as dumb bells if desired. Wall

and floor boards are hard wood, nicely

finished and stained. All castings

heavily japanned. Every part of ma-chine guaranteed free of defect.

No. 2. Each. $S.OO

Spalding No. 6. l6-lb. Weightt

Spalding Chest Weight No. 4Same type and general design as Nok

2, but rods are of larger diameter andboth rods and wheels are polished andnickel-plated. This machine is a de-

cidedly neat and attractive piece of

apparatus for the home and is well

worth the additional cost.

No. 4. Each, «7.00

Head Attachment. Ready for use bysimply snapping to one of the han»

dies.

No. 3. Each, $ 1 .OO

Foot Gear, with Attachment. Readily

attached to handle; can be worn with

or without shoe.

No. 2. Each, S I .OO

"Spalding.'* for thirty years, in the United States, has represented reliability and satisfaction in every branch of

athletic equipmeiiL "to-figj," Sptlia^" feprfxaii the same in Canadian Hockey and English Cricket

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^ Rowing^Machines,

KERNS' ROWING MACHINE

1 Rowing i

\MACHINES(

Operated just

like rowing aboat

Suitable alike for the Athlete or

-

the ordinary Man or WomanThe ideal boat for gymnasium, homeand training purposes. Used by theleading athletic clubs, colleges andprominent oarsmen of the world, andpronounced the most perfect rowing machine ever produced. Fitted withthe Kerns' Patent Roller Seat and Shoes, the shoes having a three-inch ad-justment, to suit either a tall or a chort person. By turning a thumb-nutthe belt can be tightened to any -desired degree, and more or less friction

thrown into the running parts, imitating the resistance which exists when forcing a row-boatthrough the w^ater. The "weaker sex can use the machine by simply loosening the thumb-nut which reducesthe resistance ; and on the other hand, by reversing the operation the resistance can be so increased that thestrongest athlete can have any amount of resistance. The oars are pivoted in such a way that the operatorcan handle and turn them the same as he would during the return and feathering motion with a boat oar.

No. 600. Kerns' Patent Single Scull Rowing Machine. Each, $30.00

The Laflin Friction Rowing Machine,

The means used to pro-duce the resistance is asimple friction clutch,

which takes instant hold^t the commencement ofthe stroke and retains thepressure till its comple-tion, when it instantlyreleases it precisely as in a boato

Quickly taken apartwithout looseningany bolts or screws.Each machine is ad-j u s t a b 1 e to anyamount of friction

or resistance.

Complete, SI 6.00

,j=Rowing Attachmentszz^To be used in connection with anychest weights which have centrearm adjustment, or with handlesarranged so that they can be pulledfrom a bracket close to the floor.

No. I

Rowing AttachmentNo. 2 Rowing Attachment

No. I , This attachment as will be noted, has out-riggers and arms similar to the rowing machine, and offersa great variety of work when used in connection with the chest weight. .

' Complete, S I O.OONo. 2. Designed to fill the demand for a low priced article of this kind, built along substantial lines.Will give entire satisfaction Complete, S8.00

the completeness of the Spalding line that we pride ourselves particularly. The fact that we can supply AO M)ALL your athletic goods means considerable to you as a purchaser. V\^C

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bYMNASIU^^APPARATUS^

INTERCOSTAL PULLEY WEIGHTSThe Intercostal developer is really one of the best

possible machines for broadening and squaring the

shoulders and deepening the chest. In this exercise

the breathing functions are properly employed natur-

ally, it being natural to inhale in raising the handshigh above the head and to exhale in bringing themdown. This makes this machine more effective for

the purpose than the ordinary style.

No. 80B. Heavy construction, ordinary weights.

Each, $20.00

No. 90B. Light construction, ordinary weights.

Each, $ I 8.00

KERN'S PATENTWAIST REDUCING MACHINE

This machine is adapted for either home or gym-nasium use, and can be placed against the wall or

any upright support, requiring only ten inches of

wall space in width. The resistance can be adjusted

to various strengths and made light or heavy to suit

the will of the operator. A small clock-face dial

registers the number of feet of rope pulled and en-

ables the operator to regulate the amount of work he

should do. This is really an all-around exerciser, as

by varying the positions every muscle of the body can

be worked to good advantage.

No. 800. Waist Reducing Machine. Each, SI 2.OO

WRESTLING MACHINEThis is a first-class developer for arm,

back and waist muscles. Any tension

may be put on the friction cylinder,

grading the exercise to suit the

strength of the person using the

machine.

No. 65. Each, SI 2.00

((rr\\ When you buy an athletic article bearing the Spalding Trade-Mark, you know that the name and the mark

'^J J)represents satisfaction carried to the point beyond which no reasonable man can go—replacement or rnoney

f^j refunded if the article does not prove to be all that we state it is in quality, finish and general durability

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^^1\The gymnasium goods listed in this catalogue are intended primarihj for individual home use. We issiie a

special catalogue devoted to apparatus suitablefor gymkasiums and solicit correspondence with clubs, associa-

tions and others interested in gymnasium equipment.

Swin^ng Rings

Made of japanned iron, 8 inches in diameter, outside measurement.

Complete for Home Use.

No. I . With 5-foot ropes. Pair,$3.00|

No. 3. With 7-foot ropes. Pair, $3.50No. 2. With 6-foot ropes. 3.25 I No. 4. With 8-foot ropes. " 3.7 5

Ringsleather covered, $^1 -"^n oer pair extra.

Without Ropes and Clamps.

No. lO. 6-inch. Pair, SI.OO | No. 20. 8-inch. "Pair, $l.50No. 30. 10-inch. Pair, $2.00

Rings leather covered, $1.50 per pair extra.

Wooden Exercising Rings

Made of- three thick-

nesses of black wal-

nut and maple glued

tpgether, with grain

crossing.

No. I .Pair. 75c.

Made of one piece of solid maple, -nicely finished.

No. 2. Per pair, 50c.

Single TrapezeComplete for Home Use.

Prices, including 8 ft. of rope or less.

No. 1 . 2M foot bar. Each, $3.00No. 2. 3 foot bar. " 3.25No. 3. 3'A foot bar. " 3.50

Trapeze Bars, without Rope

No. 1 . 2'A ft. long.barsonly. $ 1 .25No. 2. 3 ft. long.barsonly 1.50No. 3. 3>*ft. long.barsonly 1.75

Spalding Doorway Horizontal BarThe keys fastened to each end of bar fit in the side cleats, which aresecured to door jamb and hold the bar firmly in place. The parts areof malleable iron, very light, yet strong enough to sustain the heaviestman. The bar may be quickly removed when not in use, leaving no

projecting part.

No. I O I . Complete with parts, $2.00

Spalding Mattresses

These mattresses arefor home use partic-ularly and are car-ried regularly instock. They are notrecommended for usein gymnasiums and

will be supplied only in sizes specified. Covered with best No. 10.

white duck, filled with two layers of best one-inch hair felt closelytufted and strongly sewed. Two inches thick.

No. OO. 3 X 5ft; £ach, $7.SO I No. 02. 5 x 6ft. Each, 9 I 5.00No. Ol. 4x6ft, " 12.00 1 No. 03. 5xl0ft. " 25.OO

It a expeosive to get. up a catalogue of this kind, paiticularly when you lake a pride in it, and if you have nouse for it, please pass it on to some one vvho has.

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1^

Spalding Home Gymnasium

Cen ke put vp Anywhere

^

EspecMlly Adapted for use by Boys.

Combining Swinging Rings, Trapeze, Stirrups and Swing The apparatus is supported by two strong screw-

hooks in the ceiling, about eighteen inches apart. It can also be used out of doors. The straps are of extra

strong webbing and adjustable to any desired height ; rings heavily japanned. The apparatus can be put up

in any room, and removed in a moment, leaving only two small eyes in the ceiling visible. The various

combinations can be quickly and easily made. We furnish, in addition, a board, adjustable to the stirrups,

whidh forms an excellent swing.

No. I . Ck)mplete, ready to put up, S6.00

1No. 201

Adjustable Trapeze.

Spalding Adjustable

Trapeze and Swinging Rings

Furnished complete, with everything necessary for sus-

pending. The supports are made of extra strong webbing.

Perfectly safe under all conditions and with the adjustable

buckle may be adapted to any ceiling from 16 feet down.

No. SO I . Trapeze; complete, $3.00

No. 30 1 . Complete with 8-inch Japanned Swinging

Rings S3.00

goods. While all dealers"Just as Good " IS the best praise a competitor can bestow on Spalding _

,i i

recognize that Spalding articles are standard, some of those " Just as Good " dealers are willmg to risk

losing a customer by trying to work that old worn out "just as Good deception and fraud.

No. 301Adjustable Swinging Rings.

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IGYMNASIUI^^APPARATU^

^r

Spalding Floor Horizontal Bar

. . No. 72 \

Iron pipe uprights, cast steel head pieces, steel guywires, wrought iron turn-buckles and floor plates,

steel core bar.

No. 72. Complete, $30.00

Same as our No. 72, except furnished with split

hickory bar instead of steel core bar.

No. 73. Complete, $25.OO

Iron uprights and guys, solid hickory bar.

No. 75. Complete, $20.00

Horizontal Bars

Our steel core hickory bars are superior to anything

of the kind in the market, and are almost exclusively

used by professionals. The core is made of the finest

tool steel. Every bar warranted.

STEEL CORE BARSNo. 112. 5M feet long. Each, S7.50No. 113. 6 feet long. " 8.00No. I 1 4. Q'A feet long. ." 8.50No. 115. 7 feet long. '^ 9.00

SOLID HICKORY BARSof selected second growth hickory.

4 feet long. Each. SI.50A% feet long. " 2.005 feet long. " 2.255M feet long. " 2.50

feet long. " 2.75feet long. ** 3.00

GYMNASIUHApparatus

Parallel Bar

This is an excellent medium priced bar, made adjust-

able in height and of good material throughout. The

base is constructed of hard wood, the uprights are

iron, free from any dangerous projections or corners.

The adjusting screws do not protrude as shown in

cut. The hand rails are 8 feet long, regular, but maybe furnished in any desired length at additional cost.

No. I O I . Complete, $35.00

Spalding New Parallel Bars

Especially adapted for amateur work, and, on account

of lightness in it§ construction, is readily moved

about.

With wood base.

Packed ready for shipping.

No. I02. Complete, $25,OO

The rapid growth of athletic sporU in the United States during the past thirty years has been coincident withsimilar growth of A. G. Spalding & Bros, during the same time. Athletic sports and the name of Spalding

are synonymous terms, and it •will continue to be our aim and pride to perpetuate the combination.

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)DURAND<J^

ILOGKERS!? H-^ 'DURAND/^LOCKERS

Durand-steel Locher$LOCKERS THAT LAST

Wooden lockers are objectionable because they at-

tract vermin, retain odors, and can be easily brokeninto, and are dangerous on account of fire.

Lockers made from wire mesh or expanded metalafford little security, as they can be easily enteredwith wire cutters. Clothes placed in them becomecovered with dust ; and the lockers themselves presenta poor appearance, resembling animal cages.

Durand-St^eel Lod:erS are made of high-gradesteel plates, and are finished with gloss-black Furnacebaked (400O) Japan, compar-able to that used on hospitalware, which will never flakeoff nor require refinishing, asdo paints and enamels.Durand-SLeel Lockers

are usually built with doorsperforated full length in paneldesign, with sides and backssolid. This prevents clothes inone locker from coming in contact with wet garments in ad-joining lockers, while plenty ofventilation is secured by hav-ing the door perforated its en-tii-e length, but if the pur-chaser prefers we perforatethe backs also.

T7?e cost of Durand- SteelLockers is no more than that

of first-class wooden lockers,

and they last as long as the

building, are sanitary, secure,

and in addition are fire-proof.

6000 Durand-Steel Lockers are Installedin the Public Gymnasiums of Chicago.

Recent orders for Durand-Steel Lockers include Yale University,

Alabama Polytechniclnstitute, Johns Hopkins University, Universityof Illinois, St. Mark's School, Southboro, Mass.; St. Andrew's School,

Richmond, Va.; Gonzaga College, Spokane, Wash., and a large num-ber of the most prominent Y. M. C. A.'s. ,

The following standard sizes are those most commonly used:12 X 12 X 36", in double tier. 12 x 12 x 60", in single tier.

15x15x36", 15x15x60". " "

12 X 12 X 42",'

12 X 12 X 72","

Special sizes made to order.

Illustrated Catalogue CHURCHILL & SPALDINCsent on request. 470 Carroll Ave. Chicago, III.

Most lockers are expensive to set up and require a constant outlay for maintenance owing to the use of very

thin sheet steel, cheap hinges and locking devices, etc. All parts of Durand-Steel Lockers fit accurately

together and special steel is used which is of sufficient thickness to insure durability. The locking device is

simple, very secure, and cannot get out of order.

lATHLETIC' ^NO. 13—HOW TO PLAY HAND BALL.By the world's champion, Michael

Egan, of Jersey City. This book has beenrewritten and brought up to date Inevery partic.ular. Every play is thor-oughly explained by text and diagram.The numerous illustrations consist offull pages made from photogi-aphs ofChampion Egan, shc-ving him in all hischaracteristic attitudes. Price 10 cents.

NO. 14—CURLING.A short history of this famous Scottish

pastime, with instructions for play, rulesof the game, definitions of terms and dia-grams of different shots. Price 10 cents.

NO. 23—CANOEING.By C. Bowyer Vaux. Paddling, sailing,

cruising and racing canoes and their uses;tvith hints on rig and management; thechoice of a canoe; sailing canoes; racingregulations; canoeing and camping. Fullyillustrated. Price 10 cents.

,

NO. 27—COLLEGE ATHLETICS. 1

M. C. Murphy, the well-known athletictrainer, now with Pennsylvania, theauthor of this book, has written it espe-cially for the schoolboy and college man,but it is invaluable for the athlete whowishes to excel in any branch of athleticsport. The subject comprise the follow-ing articles: Training, starting, sprint-ing; how to train for the quarter, half,mile and longer distances; walking; highand broad jumping; hurdling; pole vault-ing; throwing the hammer. It is pro-fusely illustrated with pictures of lead-ing athletes, and has been revised forithe season of 1906. Price 10 cents.

N0.29-PTrLLEY WEIGHT EXERCISES '

By Dr. Henry S. Anderson, instructorin heavy gymnastics Yale gymnasium,Anderson Normal School, ChautauquaUniversity. In conjunction with a chestmachine anyone with this book can be-

1

come perfectly developed. Price 10 cents.

NO. 55—OFFICIAL SPORTING RULES.Contains rules not found in other pub-

lications for the government of manysports; rules for wrestling, cross-countryrunning, shuffleboard, skating, snowshoe-Ing, quoits, potato racing, professionalracing, racquets, pigeon flying, dog rac-ing, pistol and revolver shooting. Price10 cents.

NO. 87—ATHLETIC PRIMER.Edited by James E. Sullivan, Secre-

tary-Treasurer of the Amateur AthleticUnion; tells how to organize an athleticclub, how to conduct an athletic meeting,and gives rules for the government ofathletic meetings; contents also includedirections for building a track and layingout athletic grounds, and a very instruc-tive article on training; fully illustratedwith pictures of leading athletes in ac-tion. Price 10 cents.

P ATHLETIC:) LIBRARY 1

NO. 102—GROUND TUMBLING.By Prof. Henry Walter Worth, who

was for years physical director of theArmour Institute of Technology. Anyboy, by reading this book and followingthe instructions can become a proficienttumbler. Price 10 cents.

NO. 104—THE GRADING OF GYMNAS-TIC EXERCISES.

By G. M. Martin, Physical Directorof the Y. M. C. A. of Youngstown, Ohio.It is a book that should be in the handsof every physical director of the Y. M.C. A., school, club, college, etc. Thecontents comprise: The place of the classin physical training; grading of exer-cises and season schedules—grading ofmen, grading of exercises, season sched-ules for various classes, elementary andadvanced classes, leaders, optional exer-cises. Nearly 200 pages. Price 10 cents.

NO.124—HOW TO BECOME A GYMNASTBy Robert Stoll, of the New York

A. C, the American champion on theflying rings from 1885 to 1892. Any boywho frequents a gymnnsium can easilyfollow the illustrations and instructionsin this book and with a little practicebecome proficient on the horizontal andparallel bars, the trapeze or the "horse.''Price 10 cents. . i

NO. 128—HOW TO ROW.By E. J. Giannini, of the New York

A. C, one of America's most famousamateur oarsmen and champions. Thisbook will instruct any one who is alover of rowing how to become an ex-pert. It is fully illustrated, showing howto hold the oars, the finish of the strokeand other information that will provevaluable to the beginner. Price 10 cents.

NO. 129—WATER POLO.By Gus Suudstrom, instructor at the

New Y'ork A. C. It treats of every de-tail, the individual work of the players,the practice of the team, how to throwthe ball, with illustrations and manyvaluable hints. Price 10 cents.

NO. 138—OFFICIAL CROQUET GUIDE.Contains directions for playing, dia-

grams of important strokes, descriptionof grounds, instructions for the begin-ner, terms used in the game, and theoflicial playing rules. Price 10 cents.

NO. 140—WRESTLING.Catch as catch can style. B.v E. H.

Hitchcock, M.D., of Cornell, and R. F.Nelligan, of Amherst College. The bookcontains nearly seventy illustrations ofthe different holds, photographed espe-cially and so described that anybodywho desires to become expert in wrest-ling can with little effort learn everyone. Price 30 cents.

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NO. 142—PHYSICAL TRAINING SIM-PLIFIED.

By Prof. E. B. Warman, the well-known physical culture expert. Is acomplete, thorough and practical book•where the whole man is considered—brainand body. By following the instructionsno apparatus is required. The booli isadapted for both sexes. The exercisescomprise directions as follows: how tostand; how to sit; how to rest; breath-ing; exercises for the fingers, wrists, el-bows, shoulders, neck, hips, knees,ankles; a word about the muscles; thearms and thighs; shoulders and chest;waist; sides; back and abdomen; bowing;bending; twisting; the liver squeezer,<>tc., etc. Fully illustrated. Price 10cents.

NO. 143—INDIAN CLUBS AND DUMB-BELLS.

Two of the most popular forms of homeor gymnasium exercise. This book iswritten by America's amateur championclub swinger, J. H. Dougherty. It isclearly illustrated, by which any novicecan become an expert. Price 10 cents.

NO. 149—THE CARE OF THE BODY.A book f.hat all who value health

should read and follow its instructions.By Prof. E. B. Warman, the well-knownlecturer and authority on physical cul-ture. The subject is thoroughly treated,as a glance at the following small por-tion of the contents shows: An all-around athlete; muscular Christianity;eating, diet—various opinions; bill offare for brain workers; bill of fare formuscle-makers; what to eat and drink;a simple diet; an opinion on brain food;why is food required? drinking water;nutrition—how food nourishes the body;a day's food, how used: constituents ofa day's ration—beefsteak, potatoes,bread, butter, water, germs of disease,etc. Price 10 cents.

NO. 154—FIELD HOCKEY.To those in need of vigorous and

tealthful out-of-doors exercise, thisgame is recommended highly. Itshealthful attributes are manifold andthe interest of player and spectator alikeis kept active throughout the progressof the game. The game is prominent inthe sports at Vassar, Smith, Wellesley,Bryn Mawr and other leading colleges.Price 10 cents.

NO 156—THE ATHLETE'S GTTIDE.How to become an athlete. It contains

full instructions for the beginner, tellinghow to sprint, hurdle, jump and throwweights, general hints on training; infact, this book is one of the tnost com-plete on the subject that has ever ap-peared. Special chapters contain valu-able advice to beginners and importantA. A. U. rules and their explanations,while the pictures comprise many scenesof champions in action. Price 10 cents.

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NO. 157—HOW TO PLAY TENNIS.A complete description of lawn tennis;

a lesson for beginners and directions tell-ing how to make the most importantstrokes; styles and skill of the experts;the American twist service; how to buildand keep a court. Illustrated fromphotographs of leading players in ac-tion. Price 10 cents.

NO. 158—INDOOR AND OUTDOORGYMNASTIC GAMES.

Without question one of the bestbooks of its kind ever published. Com-piled by Prof. A. M. Chesley, the well-known Y. M. C. A. physical director.It is a book that will prove valuable toindoor and outdoor gymnasiums, schools,outings and gatherings where there area number to be amused. The games de-scribtd comprise a list of 120, dividedinto several groups. Price lu cents.

NO. 161—TEN MINUTES' EXERCISEFOR BUSY MEN.

By Dr. Luther Halsey Gulick, Directorof Physical Training in the New Yorkpublic schools. Anyone who is lookingfor a concise and complete course ofphysical education at home would dowell to procure a copy of this book. Tenminutes' work as directed is exerciseanyone can follow. It already has had alarge sale and has been highly recom-mended by all who have followed its in-structions. Nearly 100 pages of illustra-tions and 100 of text. Price 10 cents.

NO. 162—BOXING GUIDE.For many years books have been Issued

on the art of boxing, but it has remainedfor us to arrange a book that we think is

sure to fill all demands. It containsover 70 pages of illustrations showing all

the latest blows, posed especially for thisbook under the supervision of a well-known instructor of boxing, who makesa specialty of teaching and knows howto impart his knowledge. They are soarranged that anyone can easily becomeproficient. A partial list of the contentsinclude: The correct position; clenchingthe fist; gauging distance; the first prin-

ciples of hitting; the elements of de-fence; feinting; knockout blows; chinpunch; the blow under the ear; the fam-ous solar plexus knockout; the heart

blow; famous blows and their origina-

tors: Fitzsimmons' contribution; the Mc-Coy corkscrew; the kidney punch; the

liver punch; the science of boxing: properposition of hand and arm; left hookto face: hook to the jaw; how to deliver

the solar plexus: correct delivery of aright uppercut; blocking a right swingand sending a right uppercut to chin;

blocking a lelt swing and sending a left

uppercut to chin, etc., etc.; hints ontraining, diet and breathing; how to

train; rules for boxing. Price 10 cents.

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SO. 165~THE ART OF FENCING.This is a new book by Regis and Louis

Senac, of New York, famous instructorsand leading authorities on the subject.Messrs. Senac give in detail how everymove should be made, and tell it soclearly that anyone can follow the in-structions. It is illustrated with sixtyfull page pictures, posed especially forthis book. Price 10 cents.

NO. 166—HOW TO SWING INDIANCLUBS.

By Prof. E. B. Warman, the well-known exponent of physical culture. Byfollowing the directions carefully anyonecan become an expert. Price 10 cents.

NO. 167—QUOITS.By M. W. Deshong. The need of a

book on this interesting game has beenfelt by many who wished to know thefine points and tricks used by the ex-perts. Mr. Deshong explains them, withillustrations, so that a novice can readilyunderstand. Price 10 cents.

NO. 170—PUSH BALL.Played with an air-inflated ball 6

feet in diameter, weighing about 50pounds. A side consists of eleven men.This book contains the official rules anda sketch of the game; illustrated. Price10 cents.

NO. 174—DISTANCE AND CROSS-COUNTRY RUNNING.

By George Orton, the famous Univer-sity of Pennsylvania runner. Tells howto become proficient at the quarter, half,mile, the longer distances, and cross-

country running and steeplechasing, withinstructions for training and schedulesto be observed when preparing for acontest. Illustrated with numerous pic-

tures of leading athletes in action, withcomments by the editor on the good andbad points shown. Price 10 cents.

NO. 177—HOW TO SWIM.By J. H. Sterrett, the leading author-

ity on swimming in America. The in-

structions will interest the expert aswell as the novice; the illustrations weremade from photographs especially posed,showing the swimmer in clear wafer; avaluable feature is the series of "landdrill" exercises for the beginner, whichis illustrated by many drawings. Thecontents comprise: A plea for educationin swimming; swimming as an exerciseand for development; land drill exer-cises; plain swimming; best methods oflearning; the breast stroke; breathing;under-arm side stroke; scientific strokes"—over-arm side stroke; double over-armor "trudgeon" stroke; touching andturning; training for racing; ornamentalBwimming; floating; diving; runningheader; back dive; diving feet foremost;the propeller; marching on the water;Bwimming on the back. Price 10 cents.

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NO. 178—HOW TO TRAIN FOR 1

BICYCLING.Gives methods of the best riders when

training for long or short distance races;bints on training. Revised and up-to-date in every particular. Price 10 cents.NO. 180—RING HOCKEY.A new game for the gymnasium, in-

vented by Dr. J. M. Vorhees of PrattInstitute, Brooklyn, that has sprung into-

instant popularity; as exciting as basketball. This book contains official rules.Price 10 cents.

NO. 182—ALL-AROUND ATHLETICS.Gives in full the method of scoring the

Ail-Around Championship, giving percen-tage tables showing what each man re-ceives' for each performance in each ofthe ten events. It contains as well in-structive articles on how to train for theAIl-Around Championship. Illustratedwith many pictures of champions in ac-tion and scores at all-around meets.Price, 10 cents.

NO. 185—HEALTH HINTS.A series of articles by Prof. E. B.

Warman, the well-known lecturer andauthority on physical culture. Prof.Warman treats very interestingly ofhealth influenced by insulation; healthinfluenced by underwear; health influ-enced by color; exercise, who needs it?Price 10 cents.NO. 187—ROLLER POLO GUIDE.

Edited by J. C. Morse. A full descrip-tion of the game; official rules, picturesof teams; other articles of interest.Price 10 cents.

NO. 188—LAWN HOCKEY, TETHERTENNIS, GOLF CROQUET, VOL-LEY BALL, HAND TENNIS, GAR-DEN HOCKEY, PARLOR HOCKEY»BADMINTON.

Containing the rules for each game.Illustrated. Price 10 cents.NO. 189—RULES FOR GAMES.Compiled by Jessie H. Bancroft, direc-

tor of physical training, department ofeducation. New York City. These gamesare intended for use at recesses, and all

but the team games have been adaptedto large classes. Suitable for childrenfrom three to eight years, and includea great variety. Price 10 cents.

NO. 191—HOW TO PUNCH THE BAG.By W. H. Rothwell ("Young Cor-

bett"). This book is undoubtedly thebest treatise on bag punching that hasever been printed. Every variety ofblow used in training is shown and ex-plained. The pictures comprise thirty-three full page reproductions of YoungCorbett as he appears while at work inhis training quarters. The photographswere taken by our special artist andcannot be seen in any other publication.Fancy nag punching is treated by awell-known theatrical bag puncher, whoshows the latest tricks. Price 10 cents.

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NO. 193—HOW TO PLAY BASKETBALL.

By G. T. Hepbron, editor of the Of-ficial Basket Ball Guide. Contains fullinstructions for players, both for the ex-pert and the novice, duties of officials,

and specially posed full-page picturesshowing the correct and incorrect methodsof playing. The demand for a book ofthis character is fully satisfied in thispublication, as many points are includedwhich could not be incorporated in theannual publication of the Basket BallGuide for want of room. Price 10 cents.

NO. 194— RACQTTETS, SQUASH-RACQUETS AND COURT TENNIS.

The need of an authoritative handbookat a popular price on these games isfilled by this book. How to play eachgame is thoroughly explained, and allthe difficult strokes shown by specialphotographs taken especially for thisbook. Contains the official rules foreach game, with photographs of well-known courts. Price 10 cents.

NO. 195—OFFICIAL ROQUE GUIDE.The official publication of the National

Roque Association of America. Editedby Prof. Charles Jacobus, ex-champion.Contains a description of the courts andtheir construction, diagrams of the field,illustrations, rules and valuable infor-mation. Price 10 cents.

NO. 19y—EQUESTRIAN POLO GUIDE.Compiled by H. L. FitzPatrick of the

New York Sun. Illustrated with por-traits of leading players and containsmost useful information for polo players.Price 10 cents.

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NO. 200—DUMB-BELLS.This is undoubtedly the best work on

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dumb-bells that has ever been offered.,

The author, Mr. G. Bojus, was formerlysuperintendent of physical culture in theElizabeth (N. J.) public schools, in-structor at Columbia University (NewYork), instructor for four years at theColumbia summer school and is now pro-prietor of the Park Place Gymnasium,at 14 Park Place, New York City. Thebook contains 200 photographs of all thevarious exercises with the instructions inlarge, readable type. It should be in thehands of every teacher and pupil ofphysical culture, and is invaluable forhome exercise as well. Price 10 cents.

NO. 201—LACROSSEBy William C. Schmeisser, captain

Johns Hopkins University championintercollegiate lacrosse team of 1902;edited by Ronald T. Abercrombie, ex-captain and coach of Johns Hopkins Uni-versity lacrosse team, 1900-1904. Everyposition is thoroughly explained in amost simple and concise manner, render-ing it the best manual of the game everpublished. Iluctrated with numeroussnapshots of important plays. Price 10 cents

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NO. 202—HOW TO PLAY BASE BALL.Edited by T. H. Murnane. New and

revised edition. Contents: How to be-come a batter, by Napoleon Lajoie,James Collins, Hugh Jennings and JesseTannehill; how to run the bases, byJack Doyle and Frank L. Chance; adviceto base runners, by James E. Sullivan,Sec.-Treas. A.A.U.; how to become agood pitcher, by Cy Young,- "Rube" Wad-dell and Bert Cunningham; on curvepitching, by Cy Young. James J. Calla-han, Frank Donahue, Vic Willis, WilliamDineen and Charley Nichols; how to be-come a good catcher, by Eddie Phelps,William Sullivan and M. J. Kittridge;how to play first base, by Hugh Jen-nings; how to play second base; byNapoleon Lajoie and William Gleason;how to play third base, by James Col-lins and Lave Cross; how to play short-stop, by Herman Long; how to play theinfield, by Charles A. Comiskey; how toplay the outfield, by Fred Clarke; theearmarks of a ball player, by John J.

McGraw; good advice for players; howto organize a team; how to manage ateam; how to score a game; how toumpire a game; base ball rules inter-preted for boys. Price 10 cents.

NO. 207 —BOWLING ON THE GREEN;OR, LAWN BOWLS.

How to construct a green; necessaryequipment; how to play the game, andthe official rules as promulgated by theScottish Bowling Association. Editedby Mr. James W. Greig. Illustrated.Price, 10 cents.

NO. 208—PHYSICAL EDUCATION ANDHYGIENE.

This is the fifth of the Physical Train-ing series, by Prof. E. B. Warman (seeNos. 142, 149, 166, 185, 213, 261). A glanceat the contents will show the varietyof subjects: Chapter I—Basic priaciples;longevity. Chapter II—Hints on eating;f«jod values; the uses of salt. ChapterIII—Medicinal value of certain foods.Chapter IV—The efl3cacy of sugar; sugar,food for muscular work; eating forstreL.fth and endurance; fish as brainfood; food for the children. Chapter V—Digestibility; bread; appendicitis dueto flour. Chapter VI—Hints on drink-ing—water, milk, buttermilk, tea, coffee;how to remain young. Chapter VII—Hints on bathing; cold, hot, warm, tepid,salt, sun, air, Russian, Turkish, cabinet.Chapter VIII—Hints on breathing;breathlessness, heart strain, secondwind, yawning, the art of yogi. Price10 cents.

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10. 209—HOW TO BECOME ASKATER.

Contains advice for beginners; how to

ecome a figure skater thoroughly ex-lained, with many diagrams showinglow to do all the different tricks of theest figure skaters, including the Mo-awk, with all its variations; Q's, for-

ward and backward, inside and outside;he crosscuts, including the difficult

wedish style; inside and outside spins;be grapevine, with its numerous branch-s, and many other styles, which wille comparatively simple to any one whoollows the directions given. Profuselyllustrated with pictures of prominentkaters and numerous diagrams. Price

cents.

ID. 213—285 HEALTH ANSWERS.Contents: Necessity for exercise in theummer; three rules for bicycling; whenoing up-hill; sitting out on summerights; ventilating a bedroom; veutilat-3g a house; how to obtain pure air;athing; salt water baths at home; aubstitute for ice water; drinking ice^ater; to cure insomnia; asleep in two;linutes; for those who ride wheels; sum-mer outdoor exercise; profuse perspira-ion; danger of checking perspiration;ress, hot weather, etc., etc. Price 10ents.

rO. 214—GRADED CALISTHENICSAND DUMB-BELL DRILLS.

By Albert B. Wegener, Physical Di-ector Y. M. C. A., Rochester, N. Y.Iver since graded apparatus work haseen used in gymnastics, the necessityf having a mass drill that wouM har-lonize with it has been felt. Forears it has been the established custom1 most gymnasiums of memorizing aet drill, never varied from one year'snd to the other. Consequently the be-inner was given the same kind andmount as the older member. With alew to giving uniformity the presentreatise is attempted. Price 10 cents.

rO. 217—OLYMPIC HANDBOOK.Compiled by J. E. Sullivan, Chief De-artment Physical Culture, Louisiana'urchase Exposition, and Director Olym-lie Games, 1904. Contains a completeeport of the Olympic Games of 1904,?ith list of records and pictures of hun-Ireds of athletes; also reports of the;ames of 1896 and 1900. Price 10 cents.

10. 218—ICE HOCKEY AND ICE POLO.Written by the most famous player in

'anada, A. Farrell, of the Shamrocklockey team of Montreal. It contains aomplete description of the game, its

Tigin, points of a good player, and annstructive article on how game is

>layed, with diagrams and official rules,llustrated with pictures of leadingearns. Price 10 cents.

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NO. 233—JITJ JITSIT.A complete description of this famous

Japanese system of self-defence. Eachmove thoroughly explained and illus-trated with numerous full-page picturesof Messrs. A. Minami and K. Koyama,two of the most famous exponents ofthe art of Jiu Jitsu, who posed espe-cially for this book. Be sure and askfor the Spalding Athletic Library bookon Jiu Jitsu. Price 10 cents.

NO. 234—SCHOOL TACTICS ANDMAZE RUNNING.

A series of drills for the use ofschools. Edited by Dr. Luther HalseyGulick, Director of Physical Training inthe New York public schools. Price 10cents.

NO. 236—HOW TO WRESTLE.Without question the most complete

and up-to-date book on wrestling thathas ever been printed. Edited by F. R.Toombs, and devoted principally tospecial poses and illustrations byGeorges Hackenschmidt, the "RussianLion." It shows the champion in manyposes, and also contains a special articleon "Training," in which he gives goodadvice to beginners. The book also con-tains in addition many full pages ofposes by Tom Jenkins and other famouswrestlers. Besides showing accuratelyhow to secure each hold and fall, thebook also contains official rules for all

styles of wrestling. Be sure to ask forthe Spalding Athletic Library book "Howto Wrestle." Price 10 cents.

NO. 237—ASSOCIATION FOOT BALL.A complete and up-to-date guide to the

"Socker" game in the United States,containing instructions for playing thegame, official rules, and interesting newsfrom all parts of the country. Illus-

trated with numerous pictures of lead-ing teams. Price 10 cents.

NO. 238—MUSCLE BUILDING.By Dr. L. H. Gulick, Director of

Physical Training in the New York pub-lic schools. A complete treatise on thecorrect method of acquiring muscularstrength. Illustrated with numerousfull-page engravings. Price 10 cents.

NO. 239 — OFFICIAL INTERCOL-LEGIATE A.A.A. HANDBOOK.

Contains constitution, by-laws, lawsof athletics and rules to govern theawarding of the championship cup of theIntercollegiate Athletic Association of

Amateur Athletes of America, the gov-erning body in college athletics. Con-tains official intercollegiate records from1876 to 1905, with the winner's nam*'!

and time in each event, list of pointswon by each college, and list of officers

of the association from 1889 to 1905, in-

clusive. Price 10 cents.

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NO. 240—SPALDING'S OFFICIAL FOOTBALL GUIDE.

Edited by Walter Camp. Contains therew rules, with diagram of field; All-America teams as selected by leadingauthorities; reviews of the game fromvarious sections of the country; 19U5scores of all the leading teams; records ofetc., and is an encyclopedia in itself.Fisher of Columbia. Price 10 cents.

NO. 241—OFFICIAL HANDBOOK OFTHE A.A.U. OF THE UNITEDSTATES.

The A.A.U. is the governing body ofathletes in the United States of America,and all games must be held under itsrules, which are exclusively published inthis handbook, and a copy should be inthe hands of every athlete and everyclub otHcer in America. This book con-tains the official rules for running, jump-ing, weight throwing, hurdling, polevaulting, swimming, boxing, wrestling,etc., and is an enclopedia in itself.Price 10 cents. >

NO. 242—HOW TO PLAY FOOT BALL.Edited by Walter Camp. The con-

tents embrace everything that a beginner!wants to know and many points that an|expert will be glad to learn. The pic-tures ar.^ made from snapshots of leading!teams and players in action, with com-ments by Walter Camp. Price 10 cents.

NO. 243—OFFICIAL BASKET BALLGUIDE.

Edited by George T. Hepbron. Con-tains the revised official rules, decisionson disputed points, records of prominentteams, reports on the game from variousparts of the country, and pictures ofhundreds of players. Price 10 cents.

NO. 244—GOLF GUIDE.Edited by Charles S. Cox. Contains

records of the important American golfevents since their institution, short ac-counts of the state of the game in vari-ous parts of America, portraits of prom-inent players, and revised rules of thegame. Price 10 cents.

NO. 245—OFFICIAL Y.M.C.A. HAND-BOOK.

Edited by G. T. Hepbron, the well-known athletic authority. It containsthe official rules governing all sportsunder the jurisdiction of the Y.M.C.A.,a complete report of the physical directors' conference, official Y'.M.C.A. scor-ing tables, pentathlon rules, many pic-tures of the leading Y.M.C.A. athletesof the country, official Y.M.C.A. athleticrules, constitution and by-laws of theAthletic League of Y.M.C.A., all-aroundIndoor test, volley ball rules; illustrated.Price 10 cents.

NO. 246—ATHLETIC TRAINING FORSCHOOLBOYS.

This book is the most complete workof its kind yet attempted. The compileris Geo. W. Orton, of the University ofPennsylvania, a famous athlete himselfand who is well qualified to give in-

structions to the beginner. Each eventin the intercollegiate programme is

treated of separately, both in. regards tomethod of training and form. By fol-

lowing the directions given, the youngathlete will be sure to benefit himselfwithout the danger of overworking asmany have done through ignorance, ren-dering themselves unfitted for their taskwhen the day of competition arriyed.Price 10 cents.

NO. 247—COLLEGIATE BASKET BALLGUIDE.

The official publication of the newCollegiate Basket Ball Organization.Contains the official rules, collegiate andhigh school records, all America selec-tions, reviews of the collegiate basketball season of 1904-5, and pictures of all

the prominent college teams and indi-vidual players. Edited by Harry A.Fisher of Columbia. Price 10 cents.

NO. 248—ARCHERY.A new and up-to-date book on this fas-

cinating pastime. Edited by Mr. LouisMaxson of Washington, D. C, ex-Na-tional champion. Contains a history ofarchery from its revival as a pastimein the eighteenth century, to the presenttime, with li£t of winners and scores ofthe English Grand championships from

_ 1844; National Archery Association ofI the United States winners and scores;the several varieties of archery; instruc-tions for shooting; how to select imple-ments; how to score; and a great deal ofinteresting information on the game.Illustrated. Price 10 cents.

• NO. 249—HOW TO BECOME A* BOWLER.

By S. Karpf, Secretary of the Ameri-can Bowling Congress, and one of thebest posted men on bowling in America.Contents: History of the sport; diagramsof effective deliveries; how to bowl; afew hints to beginners; American Bowl-ing Congress; the national champion-ships; how to build an alley; how toscore; spares—how they are made. Rulesfor cocked hat, cocked hat and feather,quintet, battle game, nine up and ninedown, head pin and four back, ten pins—head pin out, five back, the Newportgame, ten pin head, pin game, duckpingame, head pin game, New Englandcandle pin game. Illustrated with por-traits of all the prominent bowlers.Price 10 cents.

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NO. 250—OFFICIAL ATHLETIC AL-MANAC.

Compiled by J. E. Sullivan, Chief De-partment Physical Culture, LouisianaPurchase Exposition, and Director Olym-pic Games, 1904. The only aunual pub-lication now issued that contains a com-plete list of amateur best-on-records;complete intercollegiate records; completeE^^ish records from 1866; swimmingrecords; interscholastic records; Irish,Scotch and Australasian records; reportsof leading athletic meets; skatingrecords; important athletic events andnumerous photos of individual athletesand leading athletic teams. Price 10 cts.

NO. 251 — CANADIAN FOOT BALLGUIDE.

Edited by Frank D. Woodworth, Sec-retary-Treasurer Ontario Rugby Foot BallUnion. The official book of the gamein Canada. Price 10 cents.

NO. 252—HOW TO SPRINT.A complete and detailed account of

how to train for the short distances.Every athlete who aspires to be asprinter can study this book to advan-tage and gain a great deal of usefulknowledge. Price 10 cents.

NO. 253—OFFICIAL HANDBOOK OFTHE PUBLIC SCHOOLS ATHLETICLEAGUE.

This is the oflScial handbook of thePublic Schools Athletic League, whichembraces all the public schools of GreaterNew York. It contains the official rulesthat govern all the contests of theleague, and constitution, by-laws andofficers. Edited by Dr. Luther HalseyGulick, superintendent of physical edu-cation in the New York public schoolsIllustrated. Price 10 cents.

NO. 254j—BARNJUM BAR BELL DRILL.Edited by Dr. R. Tait McKenzie, Di-

rector Physical Training, University ofPennsylvania. Profusely illustrated.Price 10 cents. (Ready in May.)

NO. 255—HOW TO RUN 100 YARDS.By J. W Morton, the noted British

champion. Written by Mr. Mortonduring his recent American trip, in 19U5,especially for boys. Mr. Morton knowshow to handle his subject, and his ad-vice and directions for attaining speed,will undoubtedly be of immense assist-ance to the great majority of boys whohave to rely on printed instructionsi.Many of Mr. Morton's methods of train-ing are novel to American athletes, butEis success is the best tribute to theirworth. Illustrated with photographs ofMr. Morton in action, taken especiallyfor this book, in New York City. Price10 cents. (Ready in March.)

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NO. 2S6—OFFICIAL HANDBOOK OFTHE ONTARIO HOCKEY ASSOCI-ATION.

Edited by W. A. Hewitt, of Toronto.Contains the official rules of the Associ-ation, constitution, rules of competition,list of officers, and pictures of leadingplayers. Price 10 cents.

NO. 258—INDOOR BASE BALL.America's national game is now vieing

with other indoor games as a winterpastime. This book contains the play-ing rules, pictures of leading teams, andinteresting articles on the game. Price10 cents.

NO. 259—WEIGHT THROWING.By James S. Mitchel, Champion Amer-

ican weight thrower, and holder ofAmerican, Irish, British and Canadianchampionships. Probably no other manin the world has had the varied and longexperience of James S. Mitchel in theweight throwing department of athletics.The book is written in an instructiveway, and gives valuable information,not only for the novice, but for the ex-pert as well. It is replete with lifelikeillustrations of Champion John Flanaganthrowing the hammer, Dennis Horgan,British and Irish champion shot putter,and others. Price 10 cents. (Ready inMay.)

NO. 260—OFFICIAL BASKET BALLGUIDE FOR WOMEN.

Edited by Miss Senda Berenson, ofSmith College. Contains the officialrules of the game as revised by theExecutive Committee, October, 1905, andarticles on the following subjects:Games for women, by B. Hitchcock, Di-rector of Physical Training, and Deanof College, Amhurst College; conditionof women's basket ball in the MiddleWest, by W. P. Bowen, Michigan StateNormal College; a few suggestions aboutthe actual playing of basket ball, byAgnes C. Childs, A. M., Smith College;psychological effects of basket ball forwomen, by Dr. L. H. Gulick, superin-tendent of physical training in theschools of Greater New York; physi-ological effects of basket ball, byTheodore Hough, Ph. D.; significance ofbasket ball for women, by Senda Berenson; relative merit of the Y. M. C. A.rules and women's rules, by AugustaLane Patrick, director of physical train-ing, Montclair (N. J.) High School; APlea for Basket Ball, by Julie EllsbeeSullivan, Teachers' College, New York;diagram of field. Illustrated with manypictures of basket ball teams. Price 10cents.

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NO. 261—TENSING EXERCISES.By Prof. E. B. Warman, and uniform

•uith his previous numbers on ScientificPhysical Training (see Spalding's Ath-letic Library Nos. 142, 149, 166, 185,208, 213). The "Tensing" or "Resist-ing" system of muscular exercises is themost thorough, the most complete, themost satisfactory, and the most fascina-ting of systems. Only forty minutes arerequired to take all the exercises. The

-illustrations comprise nearly 70 photo-graphs. Price 10 cents. (Ready in May.)

NO. 262—MEDICINE BALL.This book is not a technical treatise, but

a series of plain and practical exerciseswith the medicine ball, suitable for boysand girls, business and professional menin and out of gymnasium. Lengthy explanation and technical momenclature havebeen avoided and illustrations used insteadThe exercises are fascinating and attractive, and avoid any semblance of drudgeryEdited byW. J. Cromie, physical directoiGermantown (Pa.) Y. M. C. A. Price 10

cents. (Ready in May.)

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NO. 265—SPALDING'S LAWN TENNISANNUAL.

Edited liy H. P. Burchell, of the New-York Times. Contents include a report ofevery important tournament played in19u5, embracing the National Champion-ship, sectional and State tournaments;invitation and open tournaments; inter-collegiate and interscholastic champion-ships; women's national championships;Canadian and foreign championships; in-

door championships; official ranking foreach year from 1885 to 1905; laws oflawn tennis; instructions for handicap-ping; decisions on doubtful points; regu-lations for the management of tourna-ments. Price 10 cts. (Ready in April.)

NO. '266 — SPALDING'S OFFICIALCRICKET GUIDE.

Edited by Jerome Flannery. The mostcomplete year book of the game thathas ever been publishfd in America. It

contains all the records of the previousyear, reports of special matches, official

rules and pictures of all the leadingteams and individual players. Price 10cents. (Ready in April.)

An Encyclopedia of Base Ball

ATTENTION is called to the numbers of Spalding's Athletic Library on this and opposite

page, embracing the greatest collection of books of instruction for playing the various position?

in the game ever published. These books are entirely newr and up-to-date, and contain the latesl

methods of play. Each number is complete in itself and is profusely illustrated. Be sure anc

ask for Spalding's Athletic Library. Price 10 cents for each book. For detailed description see

following numbers

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No. 257 Ready April 1.

SPALDING'S OFFICIAL BASE BALL GUIDE.The leading base ball annual of the country, and the official authority

of the game. Edited by Henry Chadwick, the "Father of Base Ball."

Contains the official playing rules, pictures of all the teams in theNational, American and minor leagues ; official averages ; revievps of theseason in all the professional organizations ; college base ball ; early

history of the game, and a great deal of information. Price 10 cents.

KG. 219—READY RECKONER OF BASEBALL PERCENTAGES.

To supply a demand for a book whichwould show the percentage of clubs with-out recourse to the arduous work of fig-

uring, the publishers have had Mr. J. B.

Foster, Sporting Editor of the New YorkEvening Telegram, compile a book whichanswers every requirement, and whichhas met with the greatest praise for its

accuracy and simplicity. No followerof the game can afford to be without it.

rrice 10 cents.

NO. 223—HOW TO BAT.The most important part of ball play-

ing nowadays, outside of pitching, is

batting. The team that can bat andhas some good pitchers can win base ballgames; therefore, every boy and youngman who has, of course, already learnedto catch, should turn his attention tothis department of the game, and thereis no better way of becoming proficientthan by reading this book and then con-stantly practising the little tricks ex-plained therein. Price 10 cents.

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NO. 224—HOW TO PLAY THE OUT-FIELD.

Compiled especially for the youngplayer who would become an expert.The best book on playing the outfield

that has ever been published. Thereare just as many tricks to be learned,before a player can be a competentfielder, as there are in any other posi-

tion on a nine, and this book explainsthem all. Illustrated with numerouspage pictures of leading outfielders.

Price 10 cents,

KO. 225—HOW TO PLAY FIRST BASE.No other position in a ball team has

shown such a change for the better inrecent years as first base. Modificationsin line with the betterment of the sportin every department has been made atintervals, but in no other departmenthave they been so radical. No boy whoplays the initial sack cun afford to over-look the points and hints contained inthis book. Entirely new and up to date.Illustrated with full-page pictures of allthe prominent first basemen. Price 10cents.

NO. 226--H0W TO PLAY SECONDBASE.

There are so few men who can coversecond base to perfection that theirnames can easily be called off by anyonewho follows the game of base ball.

Team owners who possess such playerswould not part with them for thousandsof dollars. These men have been inter-viewed and their ideas incorporated inthis book for the especial benefit of boyswho want to know the fine points of playat this point of the diamond. Illustratedwith full-page pictures. Price 10 cents.

NO. 227—HOW TO PLAY THIRD BASE.Third base is, in some respects, the

most important of the infield. No majorleague team has ever won a pennantwithout a great third baseman. Collinsof the Boston Americans and Leach ofPittsburg are two of the greatest thirdbasemen the game has ev<'r seen, andrtheir teams owe much of the credit forpennants they have won to them. Thesemen in this book describe just how theyplay the position. Everything a playershould know is clearly set forth and anyboy will surely increase his chances ofsuccess by a careful reading of thisbook. Illustrated. Price 10 cents.

NO. 228—HOW TO PLAY SHORTSTOP.Shortstop is one of the hardest posi-

tions on the infield to fill, and quickthought and quick action are necessaryfor a player who expects to make goodas a shortstop. The views of every well-known player who covers this positionhave been sought in compiling this book,and it is offered as being the most com-plete book of its class ever produced.Illustrated. Price 10 cents.

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NO. 229—HOW TO CATCH.Undoubtedly the best book on catching

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that has yet been published. Every boyj

who has hopes of being a clever catch«r '

should read how well-known playersj

cover their position. Among the more,

noted ones who describe their methods-of play in this book are Lou Crigerofthe Boston Americans and Johnnie Klmgof the Chicago Nationals. The numerouspictures comprise all the noted catchers

in the big leagues. Price 10 cents.'

NO. 230—HOW TO PITCH.A new, up-to-date book. No boy can

afford to be without a copy of it. Edited

by John B. Foster of the Evening Tele-

gram (New York). The object of this

book is to aid the beginners who aspire^

to become clever twirlers, and its con-

tents are the practical teaching of menwho have reached the top as pitchers,

andwho have had experience. Price 10 ceni«

NO. 231—HOW TO COACH; HOW TO.CAPTAIN A TEAM; HOW TOMANAGE A TEAM; HOW TOUMPIRE; HOW TO ORGANIZE ALEAGUE.

A useful guide to all who are inter-

ested in the above subjects. Jimmy Col-

lins, manager-captain of the BostonAmericans, writes on coaching; M, J.

Kelly of the St. Paul champions, oncaptaining; Al Buckenberger of theRochester team, on managing; FrankDwyer of the American League staff, onumpiring; Fred Lake on minor leagues,and the editor, T. H. Murnane, Presi-

dent of the New England League, on howto organize a league. Price 10 cents.

NO. 232—HOW TO RUN THE BASES.The importance of base running as a

scientific feature of the national game ia

becoming more and more recognized eachyear. Besides being spectacular, feats ofbase stealing nearly always figure in thewinning of a game. Many a close contestis decided on the winning of that little

strip of 90 feet which lies betweencushions. When hits are few and theenemy's pitchers steady, it becomes in-

cumbent on the opposing team to getaround the bases in some manner. Ef-fective stealing not only increases the ef-

fectiveness of the team by advancing its

runners without wasting hits, but it

serves to materially disconcert theenemy and frequently has caused anentire opposing club to temporarily loseits poise and throw away the game.This book gives clear and concise direc-tions for excelling as a base runner;tells when to run and when not to doso; how and when to slide; team workon the bases: in fact, every point of thegame is thoroughly exnlained. Illus-

trated with pictures of leading playeca.

Price 10 cents.

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At the Louisiana Pur-

chase Exposition, A. G.

Spalding & Bros., in com-

petition with the world's

makers of Athletic Goods,

received a Special Award

(superior to the GrandPrize) consisting of a Gold

Medal, for the best, most

Grand Prix,

Paris, 1900Grand Prize.

Saint Louis, 1904

complete and most attractive installation of Athletic Supplies and

Gymnastic Apparatus shown at the World's Fair. In addition,

A. G. Spalding & Bros, were also awarded by the Grand Jury a

Grand Prize for their exhibit of all kinds of Athletic Implements

and Athletic Wearing Apparel.

At Paris, 1900, in competition with the world's makers of Athletic

Goods, A. G. Spalding & Bros, were awarded a Grand Prize for the

finest and most complete line of Athletic Goods.

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