1920 Babe Ruth “Headin’ Home” Glass Slide Pt.2
The 6 Act Photoplay Of Youth And Happiness
1920 Babe Ruth “Headin’ Home” Glass Slide
Glass slides like this were used as promo advertisements for upcoming features in movie theaters. Needless to say, very few exist intact today.
1932 Play Ball With Babe Ruth: “Slide, Babe, Slide” Pt.4
Universal Pictures Production Still (unnumbered)
Here’s the fourth edit originating from the Universal Pictures “Play Ball With Babe Ruth” short-film series. Looks like Babe is imparting some pitching advice in this one.
1932 Play Ball With Babe Ruth: “Slide, Babe, Slide” Pt.2
Universal Pictures Production Still #B.R.1-13
Here’s another new edit originating from the Universal Pictures “Play Ball With Babe Ruth” short-film series. You can clearly see how Babe shredded his pants from his sliding lesson. I believe they’ve spotted a UFO in this one (or maybe a pop-fly is on the way).
On The Set of “The Babe Ruth Story” - 1948
Babe takes a moment to pose for this picture, cigar in hand as usual. Not sure who the other guy is though. Seems like it’s somebody who would be involved in the production (but not a ballplayer). Perhaps a camera man, producer, prop guy etc?
