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Lot 115
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Lot Number: 115
Description: Keystone Academy related pieces including guide books with Mathewson c.1890-1930s. Includes guide books issued by Keystone Academy each year to their students which are filled with information and some pictures. Included are books from 1895-96 (Mathewson's first year at the school however we do not see him listed inside), 1896-97 which has Matty in a football team picture and lists him as a member of the Junior Class, 1898-99 which lists him as a member of the Senior Class, and 1899-1900 (Mathewson listed among the Class of 1898 alumni) (this book is missing back cover and has wear and tape on bound edge); invitation to 1908 Keystone Graduation with a small name card tucked inside reading "Nicholas W. Mathewson" (Christy's brother); original program to the "Dedication of Keystone Academy" (an event which likely took place in the late 1870s); early cabinet photo of a Keystone baseball team (not including Mathewson) with 1899 date written on back (5.25"x8.5"); vintage Keyston Academy pennant (c.1900s-10s); cabinet mounted photograph which is believed to show the 1902 Keystone football team (10"x14); (2) undated c.1910s-20s Keystone baseball team photos on 12"x14" mounts; Cabinet mounted photo (of similar size to previous two) showing the Keystone Academy arch; pages from a program which are mounted to a scrapbook page and show Mathewson with mention of Keystone. He is also shown inside on the football team; (2) 8"x10" photos of the 1926 dedication of Christy Mathewson Field; (3) photos on 10"x11" mounts which have notations on back relaying that they show Keystone baseball games in 1936-37; and a photograph identified as showing the 1932 Keystone football team (in 13"x16" frame). Varying degrees/types of wear throughout. Includes Mathewson Collection certificate of provenance: FR-EXEstimated Price Range: ($750-$1,250)