First baseball commissioner. Landis was elected to office on November 12, 1920, and helped restore public confidence in baseball following the Black Sox scandal of 1919. The former U.S. district judge banned eight White Sox players for life, despite their acquittal in a court of law. Landis subsequently issued other edicts utilizing the “absolute power” granted him by the owners to ensure the game's integrity. TLS signed “K. M. Landis,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Baseball letterhead, September 9, 1929. Landis responds to a minor league baseball player regarding a salary claim. In part, “The Commissioner has jurisdiction of such a claim only on appeal from the National Association’s decision, and then only provided written notice of such appeal is given by the player to Secretary Farrell and the club concerned within thirty days after the National Association’s decision has been rendered.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. In very good condition, with light overall toning, a bit heavier along top and a larger spot over address and expected mailing folds. COA Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
