Willie Wells-Signed Vintage Perez Postcard (Hall of Famer)

Description

(1906–1989) Vintage 3X5.5 Perez postcard of Rube Foster and signed in black ink by Willie Wells. Purchased by Todd Mueller directly from Stella Wells, his daughter in Austin, Texas. Willie Wells was blind at the time of signing these vintage postcards. We only have a few of these signed items left from the collection. In excellent condition with a minor crease on the upper right corner. Willie James Wells nicknamed "The Devil," was an American baseball player. He was a shortstop who played from 1924-48 for various teams in the Negro leagues and in Latin America. Wells was a fast baserunner who hit for both power and average. He was at his finest with his glove, committing almost no errors and having the speed to run down anything that came in his direction. He is widely considered the best black shortstop of his day. He also taught Jackie Robinson how to turn a double play. Wells was also notable as being the first player to use a batting helmet, after being hit and getting a concussion while playing with the Newark Eagles. (His first helmet was a construction helmet.) He is a member of the baseball halls of fame in the United States, Cuba and Mexico. Comes with a full Letter of Authenticity from Todd Mueller Authentics.