Description:
Men in costumes playing baseball, c. 1908. The Elks and Knights of Pythias organizations first sponsored a parade in downtown Battle Creek and then had a charity ballgame with the proceeds going to support Nichols Hospital.
Written on back: And have a parade before going to the ball park The proceeds going to Nichols Hospital. It is all a joke but they all have a good time. All [illegible] have a good time. Mrs. I. D. S.
Sent to: Miss Mary Hays Manchester, Conn Box 362