Jacob Ruppert: Yankees Owner with Miss E. Harwood, 1921

This photograph captures Jacob Ruppert, a prominent figure in baseball history, alongside Miss E. Harwood in 1921. Ruppert, the owner of the New York Yankees from 1915 until his death in 1939, played a crucial role in shaping one of the most successful franchises in sports. Under his leadership, the Yankees transformed into a powerhouse, winning multiple World Series titles and becoming synonymous with American baseball.

Taken by a photographer from the Bain News Service, this image is part of a broader collection that documents significant personalities and events in early 20th-century baseball. The original caption, Ruppert & Miss E. Harwood, indicates a moment of social significance, highlighting the connections between sports, society, and notable individuals of the era. Research conducted in 2006 by the Pictorial History Committee of the Society for American Baseball Research has shed light on the accuracy of this documentation, reinforcing the photographs historical relevance.