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Lot # 386: James Naismith Typed Essay/Speech on “What’s The Matter With Athletics”

Category: The Dr. James Naismith Collection

Starting Bid: $200.00

Bids: 1 (Bid History)

Time Left: Auction closed

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This lot is closed. Bidding is not allowed.

Item was in Auction "November 2008 Catalogue",
which ran from 11/2/2008 12:00 AM to
11/22/2008 9:00 PM


Lot Description  

Notes: Twelve typed pages with Naismith’s handwritten notations throughout. The first part of the essay discusses the definition of athletics vs. play and exercise. He then discusses player attitude and coaching.

Condition: EX-MT.

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