Local Base Ball Roots

Amador County's base ball history reaches well back into the 19th Century, as miners and local tradesmen sought recreational relief from their labor intensive occupations.  Below are some photographs courtesy of the Amador County Archives and other local sources.

The Volcano Ball Club -1898

Jackson S.A.C. (Social Athletic Club) and Assorted Others - 1905

Jackson S.A.C. and Mascot
(but is that an aluminum bat?)
1907

A later Jackson Team
(with the same suited Manager)
1910

The Plymouth Ball Club - 1919

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