Larry Doby, 1923-2003: Tribute to a pioneer
Larry Doby of the Cleveland Indians smiles as radio announcer Mel Allen (right) gives the slow burn to the $3,500 mortgage on Larry's home in Paterson, N.J., during "Larry Doby Day" ceremonies at Yankee Stadium on June 23, 1951. The mortgage was paid off by the people of Paterson. At left is Joe Gooter, sports editor of the Paterson Evening News, and second from right is Paterson Mayor Mike DeVita. (AP Photo)