Arthur Wirtz multi-signed 1955 Arch Ward Funeral Guest Book Page Football Johnny Broaca

Johnny Broaca

His 1956 total of 32 Home Runs was 2nd best in the AL

For the Virginia Squires you can see #35 George Carter and #34 Mike Barr

One of the most gifted performers of his era

Jack Johnson is also in the photo

Arthur Wirtz multi-signed 1955 Arch Ward Funeral Guest Book Page Football Johnny BroacaAs a beloved sports editor for the Chicago Tribune, Arch Ward certainly had an impressive guest list at his funeral. This guest book, signed by over a thousand attendees includes signatures from Harry Stuhldreher and Elmer Layden (of the Four Horsemen of Notre Dame), Joe Stydahar, Paddy Driscoll, Elmer Otto, Ollie Matson, Fred Lindstrom, Gabby Hartnett, William Harridge, Charles Comiskey, Tom Meany, and many more. Offered is just one page from that