258 Clarence F. Lloyd, Cardinals Owners To Ask Rickey to Manage Team, The St. Louis Star and Times., September 2, 1918. All Cardinal fans everywhere could get the games on XM Satellite Radio, which would offer subscripition discounts exclusively to Cardinal fans.656, The KTRS venture did not work. 664 Joe Strauss, Philosophical Differences, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 27, 2011; Joe Strauss, Albert At Ease, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 27, 2011; Joe Strauss, After 11 Years A Quick and Rocky Ending, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, December 9, 2011. The Cardinals had their best record since 1901 when her father was president, drew a franchise high in attendance as a National League team, and made a profit of $127,000.166 Just as her father had endured a near tragedy with the League Park fire in 1901, she had to endure a near tragedy when the team survived a horrific train wreck on the morning of July 11. It was too late to cancel the contract with Greisedieck Brothers Brewery for the sponsorship rights for 1953, but he implemented the Budweiser sponsorship the following year.465. In June 1883, Von der Ahe challenged an American Association rule with a popular gesture. Louis. Gussie, however, was now in his eighties and showing the infirmities of old age. Fred Saigh, the largest non-family shareholder of Anheuser-Busch stock, said that the sale price should be based on an arms-length transaction. Wentz was familiar with the Cardinals Pepper Martin, who hailed from Oklahoma, and had gotten to know Dizzy and Paul Dean on train trips he took with the club during the 1934 World Series.338, On December 2, 1934, Wentz announced he would not buy the Cardinals because of the franchises inability to draw well at home.339 Three days later, Breadon explained that the option had expired, and he had regained his desire to own the Cardinals. 590 Neal Russo, McDonald Quits As GM of Cardinals, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, January 4, 1985. Von der Ahe said the new park was built because he was concerned the increasing value of the Grand Avenue Grounds park would lead the owners to sell it. American League president Ban Johnson wanted to compete directly with National League reams and moved his Milwaukee team to St. Louis for the 1902 season. The new wooden grandstand was to be built with the fans closer to the ground and more exits than before.131. Instead, Breadon filed an injunction to keep Ball from enforcing the eviction notice while the Cardinals played their 1924 home schedule.297 Ball and the Browns filed their own injunction to keep the Cardinal employees from trespassing on Sportsmans Park.298 The court quickly gave Breadon the injunction he sought.299 Four months later, the court ruled the Browns contention that the Cardinals violated the lease was a ploy to raise the rent and force them to pay a share of increasing capacity at Sportsmans Park. 573 Broeg, Busch Ends Attempt to Buy Cardinals.. Louis Post-Dispatch, January 29, 1953. Two years later, the team moved to the National League and was renamed the Cleveland Spiders. Sam Breadon paid himself $18,000.342 When asked about their compensation for 1934, both Breadon and Rickey gave no comment as was their custom regarding financial dealings about the Cardinals.343. Langston Out, St. St Louis Cardinals 1892 1992 A Century of Success Chris von der Ahe (1882-1898) Chris von der Ahe was the first owner of the Cardinals franchise, then known as the Brown Stockings and pioneered many of the elements commonly associated with the sport at the game. 229 Clarence F. Lloyd, Rickeys System Is Vindicated by Success of Team, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, June 1, 1914. Von der Ahe thought the criticism was unfair, but he was undeterred. Roger Maris received an Anheuser-Busch beer distributorship covering the Gainesville FL area plus his salary in exchange for Maris playing right field in 1968.537, The Cardinals payroll approached $950,000 at the start of the 1969 season according to Devine.538, The next season would prove to be a new era for the Cardinals, who would not see the World Series for 14 years, and for baseball. 486 Cards Decked Out in New Uniforms, St. Louis Globe-Democrat, February 26, 1956. . In the 22 years it had owned the Cardinals, the team had made about $3.9 million for the brewery and the profit for 1974 was $490,000. Ward, St. Louis businessman, held 280 shares or 3.7 percent. Von der Ahe offered Comiskey his old salary for one year which Comiskey refused.54, In the February 5, 1892 edition of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, statistician Clarence Dow, predicted that the Browns would finish last in the National League. Hannegan put his touch on the opening day festivities by having the Cardinals and Cincinnati players introduced individually and lining up on the foul line in front of their respective dugouts, standing at attention during the National Anthem with a Marine color guard from St. Louis and 528th Air Service Group Band on the field.410 Hannegan had the home crowd serenaded to Auld Lang Syne after the last home game on October 3, 1948, as the Cardinals finished second for the year.411 And the following day he witnessed Stan Musial sign a two-year contract /worth $50,000 a season.412, Those events were highlights of the only season Robert Hannegan saw as majority owner and president of the Cardinals. However, he needed the financial support of Breadon and the Cardinals.293 The Cardinals turned down Ball after that 1922 season because there was no stipulation in the 1920 lease that the Cardinals had to share in any expenses to upgrade Sportsmans Park.294 Ball tried to convince Breadon that the Cardinals growing success would increase attendance and would justify the cost.295 Breadons refusal led Ball to revoke the lease agreement early in 1924, citing a late payment and insufficient liability insurance.296 He hoped Breadon would want to renegotiate. 12 Amusements: Base Ball: St. Louis Browns vs. Eclipse of Louisville, at Sportsmans Park, St. Louis Globe-Democrat, October 23,1881. Before the 1909 season, Stanley sent an SOS to John McGraw knowing the Giants manager was looking to improve his pitching staff.143 Pitcher Bugs Raymond, outfielder Red Murray and catcher Admiral Schlei were sent to McGraw for Hall of Famer Roger Bresnahan. Stars such as Terry Moore, Enos Slaughter and Marty Marion were getting older. 290 Capt. Rumors were rampant that Gussie was going to replace Keane with Leo Durocher.525 Branch Rickey, who had been named an advisor to Devine, had gained Gussies favor. The St. Louis Cardinals, a professional baseball franchise based in St. Louis, Missouri, compete in the National League (NL) of Major League Baseball (MLB). The subscription campaign had fallen far short of Jones $500,000 goal.239 When the Articles of Association were filed by the new legal entity for the Cardinals, the St. 367 Lanier, Martin Here Going To Mexico, St. Louis Globe-Democrat, May 26, 1946. The train had been delayed a couple of times by Bresnahans demand that the Cardinals sleeper cars be moved from behind the engine. Von der Ahe, at first, pointed to the rule posted on the ticket window.32 The next day, feeling that the rule was unfair, he announced rain checks would be issued. They feared the state would be on the hook if the owners, the City of St. Louis and St. Louis County were unable to pay their support. 125 Robisons May Quit St. Louis, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, December 28, 1900. He was in Cleveland to take care of his ill wife. 192 Spring Series Games Will Be at Browns Park. St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 12, 1915. Both did business with Anheuser-Busch and Gussie.460 They generally dealt with the brewerys financial officer who would give them Gussies answer. St. Louis Cardinals (National League), 1911-1916. CCRC, which ran the stadium, did not disclose the cost of the renovations other than the replay screen. 449 Mike Eisenbath, Saigh Of Regret, St. Louis Post-Dispatch , June 14, 1992. 466 Frank McCulloch Jr., The Baron Of Beer, Time Magazine, July 11, 1955. James C. Jones was the second largest shareholder with 3,595 shares or 31.0 percent.271 Breadon streamlined the Cardinals board of directors reducing the number of seats on the board from 21 to 7.272 Breadons said he wanted to expedite decision-making as he felt too many opinions slowed down the process. 644 Moore, Financing deal makes Cardinals owners of the stadium., 645 Moore,Financing deal makes Cardinals owners of the stadium.. 182 Cardinals Owner, Mrs. Britton Ends Her Divorce Suit, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, August 9, 1911. 440 Saigh Gets 15-Month Term, St. McGoogan, Donnellys Peg to Third and Hopps Catch Best Series Plays Southworth, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, October 10,1944. 589 Rick Hummel, Cards Right On Schedule, Herzog Says, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 7,1982. 544 Spring Training Stall, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, February 4, 1969. The offended gatekeeper went to Von de Ahes box and the owner climbed onto the field and confronted Robinson. His father was also in debt to Northwestern Savings Bank for $44,000 and the property to secure the loan had a value of $16,000.69 The ballpark and club were only insured for $20,000.70. Branch Rickey became the second largest shareholder in the team holding 1,133 shares or 11.2 percent. Each subscription would purchase a share of stock at $50.00 per share. In 1979, along with Mercer Reynolds, he founded the investment firm Reynolds, DeWitt & Co. But, because of the teams success, Breadon had to deal with salary increases. Lane said the Birds on the Bat had been taken off because the amount of embroidery made the uniform heavier.487. The Cardinals agreed to lease the stadium from the city while Memphis will upgrade the park. The players had been drinking and playing pool after an August 11 game in Columbus. However, he did have the farm system. 282 Approve New Traffic Regulation, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, September 26, 1909. He installed his son August III as president of the brewery to proceed with the non-union salaried terminations.565, Over the next year August III brought on board six vice-presidents who would help him stem the tide of falling profits. 369 Musial Calls Strike 3 on Pasquels, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, June 7, 1946. 7, No. It would be well to bear in mind that paper teams seldom win pennants.56. Missouri History Library and Research Center, 19. 303 Cards to Have A New Home, Kansas City Times, July 16, 1924. 499 1964-or Bust, St. Louis Globe-Democrat, September 20, 1959. Majority owner: E. Stanley Kroenke, 67 Minority owners: Chip Rosenbloom, 50; Lucia Rodriguez Source of wealth: Owner and founder of the Kroenke Group, a real estate development firm. He earned a bachelor's degree from Yale University in economics in 1963, and an M.B.A. from Harvard University in 1965. On January 27, 1976, Gussie pulled his offer to buy the team citing the high purchase price, operating costs which were too expensive for one individual to assume and uncertainty of the sport.572 That uncertainty was caused by conflict between the owners and the Players Association, which had culminated in the December 1975 arbitration decision allowing free agency for players. All-time Receiving Leader: Larry Fitzgerald 1,432 rec, 17,492 yds, 121 TD. Without Comiskey to help him find talented players and keep them in line, Browns fans were the ones to suffer as they watched their team finish in 11th place. As a result, Von der Ahe sought like-minded owners in cities that would allow Sunday games, 25 cent admissions and beer sales. 38 The Browns Victory, St. Louis-Post-Dispatch, October 28, 1886. They were created by Allie May Schmidt, a member of the church. Hannegan was a prominent St. Louis businessman, former United States Postmaster General, and confidante of President Harry Truman. Though the Cardinals retained minority ownership of the team, Freund became the primary owner. It wont do women any harm, either, to cultivate in their own ideas of masculinity, all those really manly qualities which are brought to the fore in baseball. Most importantly, he was a fixture in the community with the Pujols Family Foundation and the face of the franchise during his time in St. Louis. 142 Stanley Robison, Here Is One Difference, St. 306 Larmore and Doyle Ready for Action in Todays Battle, Houston Post, April 12, 1919. 156 Chicago Caterer Says Hes Seeking to Buy Cardinals, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 30, 1911. 209 Mrs. He saw the attendance at night games in Cincinnati was larger than the weekday games.350 However with major league owners slow to approve the concept, Breadon had trouble persuading the Browns, now controlled by the estate of Phil Ball, that installing lights at Sportsmans Park was a worthwhile expense. 555 N. Central Ave. #416 Pulling his offer to buy the Cardinals did not have repercussions for Gussie. Only four of the released players made it to the majors and only one, Pete Reiser, became a star. Under the existing lease maintenance costs were split 50-50.417, The Cardinals balked as their share in maintenance costs would increase by at least $58,520 418 If that increase was implemented the total lease and maintenance to be paid by the National League club would be a minimum of $93,520.419 Saigh wanted the DeWitts to abide by the current lease which had two years to run. [4] DeWitt is also involved with DeWitt Capital Group, a private equity firm registered in 2012. Over the next eight seasons Frisch did more than that. Brewery spokesman John Jacob said the brewery would do all it can to find an owner that would keep the team in St. Louis but would offer no guarantee. https://bsd.sos.mo.gov. 275 Sam Breadon Dies at 72, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, May 11, 1949. This weekend's games mark the 12th and 13th regular-season games to be played in . The cause of the fire was a lighted cigarette carelessly dropped from one of the private boxes onto the wooden grandstand. He was ill with prostate cancer, and he had been unable to find land on which to build a planned new ballpark. (Happy) Chandler, the brothers used their considerable resources to lure major league stars south of the border. 204 Britton Not Seeking Purchaser, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, February 21, 1916. The Cardinals also wanted a $250 million bond issue from the state through the Stadium Sports Authority. Lucas of Pioneer Family Taken by Death, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, September 17, 1908. The Browns played the Cleveland Indians on May 24, 1940 in the first night game played at Sportsmans Park. [17] Busch Stadium cost $45 million (12%) in a long-term loan from St. Louis County, while, by comparison the Milwaukee Brewers' American Family Field ended up drawing 77.5% in public funding. 547 Bob Broeg, Busch Makes Pitch to Cards, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 23, 1969. Plus, he thought he could get leniency.436 Saigh admitted guilt to two counts of fraud and negligence for not reporting all his income on tax returns from 1944-1950, which totaled $413,179, and business revenue for the Cardinals for the 1948 and 1949 seasons, totaling $330.978.437, Saigh was fined $15,000 and sentenced to fifteen months in prison for income tax evasion.438As part of his restitution to the Federal government, Saigh was to pay taxes and penalties of $399,359, plus taxes and penalties on the Cardinals business returns of $159,542.439 Saigh was given until May 4, 1953 to get his affairs in order which included selling the Cardinals as required by the National League and the Commissioners Office.440 On January 30, 1953 he met with National League president Warren Giles and Commissioner of Baseball Ford Frick and got his transition plan approved.441, Frick and Giles chose Walsingham to head up a committee to oversee sale of the team. 300 Cardinals Win Suit Against Ouster from Sportsmans Park, St. Louis Globe-Democrat, July 13, 1924. 39 Von der Ahes Historic Bar in Hands of Wreckers, St. Louis Star-Times, August 1, 1933. 58, Comiskey criticized Von der Ahes micro-managing. He said he was staying in baseball and would not selling his best player, pitcher Theodore Breitenstein. The October home series against Cincinnati would be moved to the Reds park and the fall City Series games versus the Browns would all be played at Sportsmans Park. 116 Mr. Over time he brokered several large real estate deals, most famously purchasing the Railway Exchange Building in downtown St. Louis on June 29, 1946 with the assistance of Sidney Salomon Jr. Breadon was noted for a very conservative nature with his finances, highly demanding nature of his teams' success on the field, and bold moves otherwise. Chris himself will be the biggest sufferer. 497 Robert A. Dunlap, Seven of 11 Bond Issues Are Approved, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 7, 1962; Election Results City Bond Issue, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 7, 1962. 265 Rickey Gives Up Job as Cardinals Manager in Field, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, December 10, 1919. In an op-ed piece that appeared in the St. Louis Globe-Democrat on October 6, 1959, he wrote, Plans for a new downtown stadium have been unfolded. 564 New Guard Takes Over Reins Of Anheuser-Busch, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 10, 1974. The career of the St. Louis Club as a member of the 12-team League has been marked by reverses during every season. He also got involved in a costly, and revealing, lawsuit with his son. More and more, the team was riding the coat tails of Stan Musial, with help from Red Schoendienst and Harry Brecheen, but little support from the minors. During his Cardinals tenure, he won three MVP awards, hit 445 home runs, and produced a 1.037 OPS, a .328 batting average and 86.6 WAR. 572 Bob Broeg, Busch Ends Attempt to Buy Cardinals, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, January 27, 1976. 14 A Baseball Divorce, Missouri Republican, October 3, 1881. 423 Cards to Get New Park in 4-5 Years, St. Louis Globe-Democrat, May 29, 1949. 580 Rick Hummel, Baseball Talks: Time For Action, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, December 7 1980. In addition to Cardinals Care, the owners designated part of the proceeds to La Russas charity, the Animal Rescue Foundation. 653 Dan Caesar, KMOX or KTRS: Is A Decision in the Cards?, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, May 5, 2005. Flags And Six World Series Titles, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, May 11, 1949. He sent veteran pitcher Ernie Broglio to the Cubs for outfielder Lou Brock. It was the last wooden stadium in major league baseball and replacing rotten boards in the grandstand was never-ending. 4 J.B.C. After the 2007 season, Walt Jocketty, the Cardinal general manager hired by Anheuser-Busch after the 1994 strike-shortened season, was fired because he did not embrace the analytics bent that Jeff Luhnow brought to the organization.662, After Luhnow left the Cardinals in 2012 to be the general manager of the Houston Astros, one of his former employees, Chris Correa, illegally gained access to Houstons database under the pretense that Luhnow and the Astros had accessed the Cardinals information. To keep the games on the air plus pay for broadcast rights, the radio stations developed sponsorships. The aggregation of players was on pins and needles while Mr. Breadon relieved Rickey of his on-field duties on May 30, 1925 with the club in last place and a record of 13-25. In his remarks to the press, Lane alluded to Musial, Ken Boyer, Schoendienst, Harvey Haddix, Wilmer Mizell, Bill Virdon and a couple of others being a splendid nucleus, and it was my intention to add to it, not weaken it.484, Frank Lane did not waste any time putting his touch on the Cardinals. Bleacher fans stayed away instead of paying the higher price. Breadon faced two problems. Busch promoted Lanes assistant, Vaughn P. (Bing) Devine, as his third general manager since 1954 with the charge of winning a pennant and World Series.490 During his first season as general manager Devine was rebuilding the young talent in the organization, giving out high bonuses to sign Mike Shannon, Ray Sadecki, Charlie James and Bob Burda. [17] In March 1996, AB sold the team for $147 million to a partnership headed by Southwest Bank's Drew Baur, Hanser and DeWitt, Jr.[16] Civic Center Redevelopment, a subsidiary of AB, held the parking garages and adjacent property and also transferred them to the Baur ownership group. 299 Cardinals Win Over Browns in Injunction Case, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 31, 1924. The official website of the St. Louis Cardinals with the most up-to-date information on scores, schedule, stats, tickets, and team news. She said she wasnt bothered by it as her father and uncle smoked, so she told the other owners they could smoke if they wished, and they didnt waste the opportunity to smoke, puffing away as usual.171. It was only 1.3 percent. Since the subscription goal was not met, those pledges were returned. He implored Tener to act as the league had done when they removed Von der Ahe from ownership of the franchise.214, In a retort, Britton said that no improvements would be made to Robison Field as the club had finished last in attendance in the National League in 1916.215 As 1916 came to a close it became apparent that, contrary to her vow in November, Britton was listening to offers to sell the franchise. In 2009, the Cardinals hosted the All-Star Game. Not missing an opportunity to make or save money, he garnished the players paychecks for room and board.34 Despite anger from some players, the Browns laid waste to the American Association from 1885 to 1888, winning four straight pennants. His buddy Robinson would have to be signed as well and paid $3,500. 417 Chandler Tells Saigh Move Is Not in His Jurisdiction, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 1, 1949; The Cardinals drew 1,111,440 in 1948 and the Browns 335,564, giving the Cardinals 77 percent of the total. 507 Cards in New Park May 8, Miami News, January 29, 1966. We need to attract more people. 140 Cardinals Increase Stock, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, April 19, 1903. 160 Robisons Niece, Mrs. Britton, Is Cardinal Owner, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 28, 1911. The architect was HOK Sport (now Populous) and it was built by Hunt Construction Company.646 Groundbreaking ceremonies were held on Saturday January 17, 2004.647, The naming rights negotiations were held during the financing process to maximize the value. Robison was able to re-sign three of his best players Jesse Burkett, Bobby Wallace and Emmet Heidrick. These duties for Kuhlmann and Sauer were in addition to their executive positions at the brewerys stadium subsidiary CCRC.594, Two days before, Anheuser-Busch had announced it had signed a three-year deal with St. Louis television station KPLR. The Cardinals, though then just one year removed from their ninth National League pennant and sixth World Series championship since 1926, had begun to decay as an organization. Wainwright is all kinds of fired . The majority of his $20,000 investment was in notes totalling $18,000.268 Breadon also named the 21 members of the board of directors. The first payment in 2018 was $55 million up from $30 million in 2017. The principal and interest on these notes would come due January 5, 1919. 236 Armistice Exists Between Ball and New Boss of Cards, The St. Louis Star and Times, March 22, 1917; Pre-Contract Agreement Cited. St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 20, 1917. They planned on additional revenue from selling personal seat licenses to 10,300 seats before potential ticket holders could buy tickets.644 In commenting about the financing switch from public to private money, Lamping said, For the Cardinals to be able to privately finance the new ballpark is a real tribute to Cardinal fans and testament to the strength of St. Louis as a Major League Baseball market.645, Fans clicking on the Cardinals website could look at an artists rendering of the new park, a red brick, glass and steel structure with an estimated capacity of 46,681 (in 2006). Their shareholders had to ratify the brewerys purchase of the Cardinals. The negotiations were tangled by talks over extending the Cardinals lease on Sportsmans Park. 567 Busch Ends 50 Years With His Second Love. St. Louis Post-Dispatch, May 9, 1975. The loss that the brewery would absorb due to abandoning the stadium was estimated to be $2.5 million.506 After the first game in the new stadium, Gussie turned over the deed to the ballpark at Grand and Dodier to the Metropolitan St. Louis Boys Club. He was irritated Chandler had refused to step in during Saighs lease dispute with the Browns and for investigating Saigh for being arrested 52 times for unpaid parking tickets. They again expressed serious interest in having the club remain here.
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