Since we are a day away from MLB's celebration of all things Jackie Robinson I thought I would take just a moment to share an unique Robinson collectible I saw at Goldin's current sports auction. Check it out above. It is a 1947 program from the famed Apollo theater featuring a one week engagement of the recently named Rookie of the Year - Jackie Robinson. Check out the auction here.
From what I understand, Jackie signed a term management contract (via The Billboard Magazine, September 13, 1947) with General Artist Corporation for radio, vaudeville and exhibition Baseball game appearances after his fantastic rookie season.