Rare 1912 Chicago Front Page Cubs, White Sox City Series, Grand Prix Auto Race

This rare and original newspaper front page came from an October 5, 1912 edition of a Chicago American newspaper. The page contains a large fantastic humorous illustration of Chicago Cubs and White Sox players accompanied by a story announcing how the pitchers on both team will decide the series. Also on the page with a bold headline is news report announcing the start of the Grand Prix Automobile race in Wauwatosa race course in Milwaukee. On the back of the page is the continuing story of the Cubs versus White Sox city series. Also on the page is the World Series analysis by Chicago White Sox Hall of Fame pitcher Big Ed Walsh, who is predicting that the Red Sox behind the play of Trish Speaker will result in victory over the New York Giants.

This article contains a photo of Tris Speaker. The 1912 American Grand Prix was the seventh and final race of the 1912 Grand Prix season.

It was held at the Wauwatosa Road Race Course. And was sanctioned by the Automobile Club of America. Won by over 15 minutes over Erwin Bergdoll. Bragg's average speed was 68.397 mph. The event was marred by the deaths of two-time and defending winner David Bruce-Brown.

Tony Scudellari in a practice accident. Bruce-Brown's car was repaired by Barney Oldfield.

I primarily rely on using multiple listing pictures to show each item's condition. Vintage newspaper quality varies with age and how it was produced. Most vintage newspapers are susceptible to chipping and paper loss on the edges. If handled and stored properly, vintage newspapers will last for years. The page will be placed in a clear plastic sleeve and gently rolled and inserted into a sturdy cardboard tube.

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