Mel Ott Press Conference photograph

Date1943 January 06

DescriptionA black-and-white photograph of Mel Ott captured sitting on a desk while having a press conference with sports writers. Ott is gesturing with his left hand and has a straight face. The Giants' secretary, Eddie Brannick, is also leaning on the desk. Unidentified sports writers are seated around Ott's desk listening attentively. A newspaper clipping on the back of the photograph (not shown) states, "Manager Mel Ott of the New York Giants (seated on table) discusses with reporters possible site for the club's spring training, at an interview in New York, Jan.6. Secretary Eddie Brannick of the club stands at right. 1/6/43"

Object numberBL-1968-01451-0341

Publisher New York World-Telegram

Subject Ott, Mel, 1909-1958

Attributes

Classificationsphotographic materials

Collection NumberBA PHT 001 New York World-Telegram photographic materials

Dimensions9 x 7 in.

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