58,339 Acclaim Babe Ruth in Rare Tribute at Stadium
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This historical article, from the New York Times Learning Network, tells of how "Babe Ruth Day" at Yankee Stadium was held to honor the ailing baseball star. Despite his recent serious illness, Ruth addressed the crowd to speak about his interest in youth and the American Legion baseball program. This resource is part of the Historical Newspaper Articles collection from the EDSITEment-reviewed Web site Digital History.
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Grade: 6 to 12
Topics: United States History, History-Social Science
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