Historical Hockey Memorabilia Auction - June 2009
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In 1907, leagues in Canada voted to allow professional players within their ranks, signaling the demise of the International Hockey League based out of the States. Players would soon trickle back across the border, lured by the large paychecks that had earlier made the IHL so attractive. This original presentational cabinet photograph displays the final 1906-07 incarnation of Portage Lakes Lakers of the IHL, the world’s first professional hockey team. Still in the line-up are Hall-of-Famers Fred "Cyclone" Taylor and Bruce Stuart with regulars Fred Lake and Grindy Forester. Portage Lakes once again captured the Championship of the International League in 1907. Extremely scarce, these large cabinet photos were produced to be presented to the team members. Original photo image measures 11"x14" with a matted size of 16"x20". In excellent condition with areas of light staining on the matte. An attractive tribute to hockey’s early history.
The beauty of the rare photos featured in this incredible collection of hockey memorabilia is not solely in the eye of the beholder, rather it’s obvious to one and all. The pages that follow are filled with incredible treasures such as original team photos of some of the earliest Stanley Cup champions that speak to the great and broad history of the game. Lovingly fashioned by one of the hobby’s most enthusiastic and determined collectors, the remarkable items offered here for auction include some lots that are subject to a silent reserve. We are confident that this truly historical gathering of hockey artifacts and memorabilia will spark the enthusiasm and passion that drive your desire to seek and acquire nothing short of the best.
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