Team signed Rawlings BL10 Bobby Layne Official Size "Triple Threat" Ball. Detroit Lions legendary quarterback Bobby Layne was well known for his activities both on and off the field. One of his favorite spots was the Stadium Bar located at 1716 Michigan Avenue and owned by Josephine and Henry Yesowich.  According to Josephine Yesowich, she arrived at the bar one morning to find that the back door had been forced open. When she entered the bar, she found the storage room open and Bobby Layne "asleep" on the barroom floor. She shooed him out and told him never to return. That evening, a contrite Layne returned to the bar and presented her with a team signed football. Mrs. Yesowich forgave Mr. Layne and, to prevent future forced entry, gave him keys to the bar and its storage room. This ball stayed in a place of honor behind the bar until the Yesowichs' sold the bar and presented it to their friend, Arthur Ploch. 

Autographed in blue ink by: #68 Gene Cronin, Millard Kelley (head athletic trainer), #86 Bob Long, #24 Jack Christiansen, #76 Lou Creekmur, #50 Charley Ane, #87 Dorne Dibble, #72 Gil Mains, George Wilson (head coach), #22 Bobby Layne, #74 Bob Miller, #70 Ray Krouse, #86 Bob Long (signed a second time), #56 Joe Schmidt, #80 Jerry Reichow, #40 Howard Cassady, #43 Gary Lowe, #52 Frank Gatski, #57 Roger Zatkoff, Bob Nussbaumer (assistant coach and talent scout), #66 Harley Sewell, #26 Gene Gedman, #67 Stan Campbell, #35 John Henry Johnson, #82 Leon Hart, Red Cochran (assistant coach), #88 Steve Junker, #47 Jim Martin, Roy "Friday" Macklem (equipment manager), #75 John Gordy, #41 Terry Barr, Buster Ramsey (defensive coordinator), #21 Carl Karilivacz, #83 Jim Doran, #25 James David, #28 Yale Lary and #79 Gerry Perry.

Provenance:
Bobby LayneJosephine and Henry Yesowich, Stadium Bar, Detroit, MIArthur Ploch, Detroit, MIBy descent to his son in law who now resides in South Lyon, MI 

Dimensions:
W 5.5" L 11.5" Slight fading of the signatures with a few minor areas of rubbing. See provided images. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.

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