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	Leiser, Fred. (Dubuque, IA, Sept. 24, 1882--Dubuque, IA, Feb. 26, 1950).		Leiser, Fred. (Dubuque, IA, Sept. 24, 1882--Dubuque, IA, Feb. 26, 1950).
	Leiser was the owner of the Dubuque franchise and club from 1925 to 1930. He was president of the Dubuque [[BASEBALL]] club in 1927 when, under manager Billy Speas, it was called the "Speasmen." (1) He was also the president and owner of the "Fighting Tigers" of Dubuque in 1929 when they were the champions of the Mississippi Valley League. In an article at the end of the season, an unnamed sports writer commented that		Leiser was the owner of the Dubuque baseball franchise and club from 1925 to 1930. He was president of the Dubuque [[BASEBALL]] club in 1927 when, under manager Billy Speas, it was called the "Speasmen." (1) He was also the president and owner of the "Fighting Tigers" of Dubuque in 1929 when they were the champions of the Mississippi Valley League. In an article at the end of the season, an unnamed sports writer commented that

	Leiser doesn't go out passing the hat. He has confidence in		Leiser doesn't go out passing the hat. He has confidence in

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	Leiser, Fred. (Dubuque, IA, Sept. 24, 1882--Dubuque, IA, Feb. 26, 1950).		Leiser, Fred. (Dubuque, IA, Sept. 24, 1882--Dubuque, IA, Feb. 26, 1950).
	Leiser was president of the Dubuque ~~baseball~~ club in 1927 when, under manager Billy Speas, it was called the "Speasmen." (1) He was also the president and owner of the "Fighting Tigers" of Dubuque in 1929 when they were the champions of the Mississippi Valley League. In an article at the end of the season, an unnamed sports writer commented that		Leiser was president of the Dubuque [[BASEBALL]] club in 1927 when, under manager Billy Speas, it was called the "Speasmen." (1) He was also the president and owner of the "Fighting Tigers" of Dubuque in 1929 when they were the champions of the Mississippi Valley League. In an article at the end of the season, an unnamed sports writer commented that

	Leiser doesn't go out passing the hat. He has confidence in		Leiser doesn't go out passing the hat. He has confidence in

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	[[Category: Athletics-Baseball]]		[[Category: Athletics-Baseball]]
	[[Category: Matchbook]]		[[Category: Matchbook]]
	~~[[Category: Philanthropist]]~~

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	Leiser, Fred. (Dubuque, IA, Sept. 24, 1882--Dubuque, IA, Feb. 26, 1950).		Leiser, Fred. (Dubuque, IA, Sept. 24, 1882--Dubuque, IA, Feb. 26, 1950).
	Leiser was president of the Dubuque baseball club in 1927 when, under manager Billy Speas, it was called the "Speasmen." (1) He was also the president and owner of the "Fighting Tigers" of Dubuque in 1929 when they were the champions of the Mississippi Valley League. In an article at the end of the season, an unnamed sports writer commented that		Leiser was president of the Dubuque baseball club in 1927 when, under manager Billy Speas, it was called the "Speasmen." (1) He was also the president and owner of the "Fighting Tigers" of Dubuque in 1929 when they were the champions of the Mississippi Valley League. In an article at the end of the season, an unnamed sports writer commented that

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	the necessary backing." (2)		the necessary backing." (2)

	In an effort to attract more fans to the games, Leiser in 1930 believed that the answer lay in night baseball. To make this occur, he met with the Chamber of Commerce in May to finalize plans for a ticket sale which, it was believed, would finance the purchase of the lighting equipment. The lights would become the property of the city. All civic organizations and businesses in the city were asked to have a member in attendance. The tickets were to be sold at three for $2.00. If more money was raised than was needed for the lighting, the extra money would go to the baseball club. The ticket sale was only for one day. (3)		In an effort to attract more fans to the games, Leiser in 1930 believed that the answer lay in night baseball. To make this occur, he met with members of the Chamber of Commerce in May to finalize plans for a ticket sale which, it was believed, would finance the purchase of the lighting equipment. The lights would become the property of the city. All civic organizations and businesses in the city were asked to have a member in attendance. The tickets were to be sold at three for $2.00. If more money was raised than was needed for the lighting, the extra money would go to the baseball club. The ticket sale was only for one day. (3)

	Plans for the ticket sale were changed at the May meeting. The actual sale was held on June 16th and 17th, 1930. The event was advertised as "three special night games" with the proceeds from the three nights going for the installation of lights. For $2.00 the customers received three tickets which could be used on any night of the special series. (4)		Plans for the ticket sale were changed at the May meeting. The actual sale was held on June 16th and 17th, 1930. The event was advertised as "three special night games" with the proceeds from the three nights going for the installation of lights. For $2.00 the customers received three tickets which could be used on any night of the special series. (4)

	The lighting at [[DUBUQUE ATHLETIC FIELD]] would also be available for all other events which might be hosted at the site. The first use of all the lighting took place on July 14, 1930. (5) Unfortunately lighting and a good crowd could not balance poor ~~playt~~ by the Tigers who lost to Moline by a score of 13 to 7. (6) In September, the city council decided that all the equipment should be the property of the City of Dubuque and therefore entered into a contract with Leiser to purchase his rights to all the equipment for $4,850 to be paid in two payments in 1931 and 1932 without interest. (7)		The lighting at [[DUBUQUE ATHLETIC FIELD]] would also be available for all other events which might be hosted at the site. The first use of all the lighting took place on July 14, 1930. (5) Unfortunately lighting and a good crowd could not balance poor play by the Tigers who lost to Moline by a score of 13 to 7. (6)

	In 1930 Leiser was given a new three-year lease on the athletic field by the city council. Issued for the years 1931 to 1933, the lease noted that for an annual rental fee of $300, Leiser would pay for all improvements and repairs at the park, maintain and repair all electrical equipment, and pay for the electricity used in the new night lighting system during April to the middle of September. Leiser was able to sublet the park during the baseball season for other enterprises, but had to give 25% of the gross rental charge he collected to the city. Local baseball teams could use the park free-of-charge when the Dubuque club was away from home as long as they did not charge admission. Baseball teams charging an admission were charged a rental fee. The rental fee for the park during the fall for night football games regardless of who played would be $75 per night. (8)		The ticket sale must not have covered the estimated $8,000 cost. In September, the city council decided that all the equipment should be the property of the City of Dubuque and therefore entered into a contract with Leiser to purchase his rights to all the equipment for $4,850 to be paid in two payments in 1931 and 1932 without interest. (7)

			In 1930 Leiser was given a new three-year lease on the athletic field by the city council. Issued for the years 1931 to 1933, the lease noted that for an annual rental fee of $300 Leiser would pay for all improvements and repairs at the park, maintain and repair all electrical equipment, and pay for the electricity used in the new night lighting system during April to the middle of September. Leiser was able to sublet the park during the baseball season for other enterprises, but had to give 25% of the gross rental charge he collected to the city. Local baseball teams could use the park free-of-charge when the Dubuque club was away from home as long as they did not charge admission. Baseball teams charging an admission were charged a rental fee. The rental fee for the park during the fall for night football games regardless of who played would be $75 per night. (8)

	On October 29, 1930 directors of the Mississippi Valley baseball league while meeting in Moline, Illinois announced their approval of the sale by Leiser, owner of the Dubuque franchise and club since 1925, of the club, franchise and lease to Percy Gray of Chicago, Illinois. There was an understanding that the franchise would remain in Dubuque. (9)		On October 29, 1930 directors of the Mississippi Valley baseball league while meeting in Moline, Illinois announced their approval of the sale by Leiser, owner of the Dubuque franchise and club since 1925, of the club, franchise and lease to Percy Gray of Chicago, Illinois. There was an understanding that the franchise would remain in Dubuque. (9)
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	In 1932 leaders of the Three-Eye and Mississippi Valley Baseball leagues considered the consolidation of the four strongest teams of the each league for the next season. Such a suggestion was met with doubt. The president of the Mississippi Valley League, Dr. Charles Logan, had the next season arranged. In addition, clubs in the league had established major league connection that seemed solid. The only uncertainty came from some clubs whose members did not want to start another season.		In 1932 leaders of the Three-Eye and Mississippi Valley Baseball leagues considered the consolidation of the four strongest teams of the each league for the next season. Such a suggestion was met with doubt. The president of the Mississippi Valley League, Dr. Charles Logan, had the next season arranged. In addition, clubs in the league had established major league connection that seemed solid. The only uncertainty came from some clubs whose members did not want to start another season.

	Back pay was still owed to baseball players in Dubuque from the 1932 season. Under the rules, those salaries had to be settled before the city could participate in a new season. Despite assurances by Leiser, in cooperation with Dubuque Baseball Inc., in the last half of the 1932 that accounts would be settled, time appeared ~~to be~~ running out for the team to play. (10)		Back pay was still owed to baseball players in Dubuque from the 1932 season. Under the rules, those salaries had to be settled before the city could participate in a new season. Despite assurances by Leiser, in cooperation with Dubuque Baseball Inc., in the last half of the 1932 that accounts would be settled, time appeared running out for the team to play. (10)

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	In an effort to attract more fans to the games, Leiser in 1930 believed that the answer lay in night baseball. To make this occur, he met with the Chamber of Commerce in May to finalize plans for a ticket sale which, it was believed, would finance the purchase of the lighting equipment. The lights would become the property of the city. All civic organizations and businesses in the city were asked to have a member in attendance. The tickets were to be sold at three for $2.00. If more money was raised than was needed for the lighting, the extra money would go to the baseball club. The ticket sale was only for one day. (3)		In an effort to attract more fans to the games, Leiser in 1930 believed that the answer lay in night baseball. To make this occur, he met with the Chamber of Commerce in May to finalize plans for a ticket sale which, it was believed, would finance the purchase of the lighting equipment. The lights would become the property of the city. All civic organizations and businesses in the city were asked to have a member in attendance. The tickets were to be sold at three for $2.00. If more money was raised than was needed for the lighting, the extra money would go to the baseball club. The ticket sale was only for one day. (3)

	Plans for the ticket sale were changed at the May meeting. The actual sale ~~began in~~ June, 1930 ~~and lasted for two days~~. The event was advertised as "three special night games" with the proceeds from the three nights going for the installation of lights. For $2.00 the customers received three tickets which could be used on any night of the special series. (4)		Plans for the ticket sale were changed at the May meeting. The actual sale was held on June 16th and 17th, 1930. The event was advertised as "three special night games" with the proceeds from the three nights going for the installation of lights. For $2.00 the customers received three tickets which could be used on any night of the special series. (4)

	The lighting at [[DUBUQUE ATHLETIC FIELD]] would also be available for all other events which might be hosted at the site. The first use of all the lighting took place on July 14, 1930. (5) In September, the city council decided that all the equipment should be the property of the City of Dubuque and therefore entered into a contract with Leiser to purchase his rights to all the equipment for $4,850 to be paid in two payments in 1931 and 1932 without interest. (6)		The lighting at [[DUBUQUE ATHLETIC FIELD]] would also be available for all other events which might be hosted at the site. The first use of all the lighting took place on July 14, 1930. (5) Unfortunately lighting and a good crowd could not balance poor playt by the Tigers who lost to Moline by a score of 13 to 7. (6) In September, the city council decided that all the equipment should be the property of the City of Dubuque and therefore entered into a contract with Leiser to purchase his rights to all the equipment for $4,850 to be paid in two payments in 1931 and 1932 without interest. (7)

	In 1930 Leiser was given a new three-year lease on the athletic field by the city council. Issued for the years 1931 to 1933, the lease noted that for an annual rental fee of $300, Leiser would pay for all improvements and repairs at the park, maintain and repair all electrical equipment, and pay for the electricity used in the new night lighting system during April to the middle of September. Leiser was able to sublet the park during the baseball season for other enterprises, but had to give 25% of the gross rental charge he collected to the city. Local baseball teams could use the park free-of-charge when the Dubuque club was away from home as long as they did not charge admission. Baseball teams charging an admission were charged a rental fee. The rental fee for the park during the fall for night football games regardless of who played would be $75 per night. (7)		In 1930 Leiser was given a new three-year lease on the athletic field by the city council. Issued for the years 1931 to 1933, the lease noted that for an annual rental fee of $300, Leiser would pay for all improvements and repairs at the park, maintain and repair all electrical equipment, and pay for the electricity used in the new night lighting system during April to the middle of September. Leiser was able to sublet the park during the baseball season for other enterprises, but had to give 25% of the gross rental charge he collected to the city. Local baseball teams could use the park free-of-charge when the Dubuque club was away from home as long as they did not charge admission. Baseball teams charging an admission were charged a rental fee. The rental fee for the park during the fall for night football games regardless of who played would be $75 per night. (8)

	~~In 1932 leaders~~ of the ~~Three-Eye and~~ Mississippi Valley ~~Baseball leaques considered~~ the ~~consolidation~~ of the ~~four strongest teams~~ of the ~~each league for the next season. Such a suggestion was met with doubt. The president~~ of ~~the Mississippi Valley League~~, Dr. ~~Charles Logan, had~~ the ~~next season arranged. In addition, clubs~~ in ~~the league had established major league connection that seemed solid. The only uncertainty came from some clubs whose members did not want to start another season~~. (8)		On October 29, 1930 directors of the Mississippi Valley baseball league while meeting in Moline, Illinois announced their approval of the sale by Leiser, owner of the Dubuque franchise and club since 1925, of the club, franchise and lease to Percy Gray of Chicago, Illinois. There was an understanding that the franchise would remain in Dubuque. (9)

	Back pay was still owed to baseball players in Dubuque from the 1932 season. Under the rules, those salaries had to be settled before the city could participate in a new season. Despite assurances by Leiser, in cooperation with Dubuque Baseball Inc., in the last half of the 1932 that accounts would be settled time appeared to be running out for the team to play. (9)		In 1932 leaders of the Three-Eye and Mississippi Valley Baseball leagues considered the consolidation of the four strongest teams of the each league for the next season. Such a suggestion was met with doubt. The president of the Mississippi Valley League, Dr. Charles Logan, had the next season arranged. In addition, clubs in the league had established major league connection that seemed solid. The only uncertainty came from some clubs whose members did not want to start another season.

			Back pay was still owed to baseball players in Dubuque from the 1932 season. Under the rules, those salaries had to be settled before the city could participate in a new season. Despite assurances by Leiser, in cooperation with Dubuque Baseball Inc., in the last half of the 1932 that accounts would be settled, time appeared to be running out for the team to play. (10)

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	5. "Scoop," "Behind the Screen," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', June 15, 1930, p. 29		5. "Scoop," "Behind the Screen," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', June 15, 1930, p. 29

	6. "City Council Proceedings," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', September 5, 1930, p. 5		6. "Ludscik Starts; Fails to Finish," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', July 15, 1930, p. 8

			7. "City Council Proceedings," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', September 5, 1930, p. 5

	7. "Council Grants Ball Park Lease," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', September 10, 1930, p. 7		8. "Council Grants Ball Park Lease," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', September 10, 1930, p. 7

	8. "Proposal Made for New League in Middle West," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', October 11, 1932, p. 10		9. "Proposal Made for New League in Middle West," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', October 11, 1932, p. 10

	9. ~~Ibid~~.		10. "Percy Gray Buys Dubuque Ball Club," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', October 29, 1930, p. 13

	[[Image:Leiser's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]Leiser also operated a popular restaurant on the southern edge of Sageville.		[[Image:Leiser's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]Leiser also operated a popular restaurant on the southern edge of Sageville.

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			BEING RESEARCHED

	Leiser, Fred. (Dubuque, IA, Sept. 24, 1882--Dubuque, IA, Feb. 26, 1950).		Leiser, Fred. (Dubuque, IA, Sept. 24, 1882--Dubuque, IA, Feb. 26, 1950).
	Leiser was president of the Dubuque baseball club in 1927 when, under manager Billy Speas, it was called the "Speasmen." (1) He was also the president and owner of the "Fighting Tigers" of Dubuque in 1929 when they were the champions of the Mississippi Valley League. In an article at the end of the season, an unnamed sports writer commented that		Leiser was president of the Dubuque baseball club in 1927 when, under manager Billy Speas, it was called the "Speasmen." (1) He was also the president and owner of the "Fighting Tigers" of Dubuque in 1929 when they were the champions of the Mississippi Valley League. In an article at the end of the season, an unnamed sports writer commented that
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	Plans for the ticket sale were changed at the May meeting. The actual sale began in June, 1930 and lasted for two days. The event was advertised as "three special night games" with the proceeds from the three nights going for the installation of lights. For $2.00 the customers received three tickets which could be used on any night of the special series. (4)		Plans for the ticket sale were changed at the May meeting. The actual sale began in June, 1930 and lasted for two days. The event was advertised as "three special night games" with the proceeds from the three nights going for the installation of lights. For $2.00 the customers received three tickets which could be used on any night of the special series. (4)

	The lighting at [[DUBUQUE ~~MUNICIPAL~~ FIELD]] would also be available for all other events which might be hosted at the site. The first use of all the lighting took place on July 14, 1930. (5) In September, the city council decided that all the equipment should be the property of the City of Dubuque and therefore entered into a contract with Leiser to purchase his rights to all the equipment for $4,850 to be paid in two payments in 1931 and 1932 without interest. (6)		The lighting at [[DUBUQUE ATHLETIC FIELD]] would also be available for all other events which might be hosted at the site. The first use of all the lighting took place on July 14, 1930. (5) In September, the city council decided that all the equipment should be the property of the City of Dubuque and therefore entered into a contract with Leiser to purchase his rights to all the equipment for $4,850 to be paid in two payments in 1931 and 1932 without interest. (6)

	In 1930 Leiser was given a new three-year lease on the athletic field by the city council. Issued for the years 1931 to 1933, the lease noted that for an annual rental fee of $300, Leiser would pay for all improvements and repairs at the park, maintain and repair all electrical equipment, and pay for the electricity used in the new night lighting system during April to the middle of September. Leiser was able to sublet the park during the baseball season for other enterprises, but had to give 25% of the gross rental charge he collected to the city. Local baseball teams could use the park free-of-charge when the Dubuque club was away from home as long as they did not charge admission. Baseball teams charging an admission were charged a rental fee. The rental fee for the park during the fall for night football games regardless of who played would be $75 per night. (7)		In 1930 Leiser was given a new three-year lease on the athletic field by the city council. Issued for the years 1931 to 1933, the lease noted that for an annual rental fee of $300, Leiser would pay for all improvements and repairs at the park, maintain and repair all electrical equipment, and pay for the electricity used in the new night lighting system during April to the middle of September. Leiser was able to sublet the park during the baseball season for other enterprises, but had to give 25% of the gross rental charge he collected to the city. Local baseball teams could use the park free-of-charge when the Dubuque club was away from home as long as they did not charge admission. Baseball teams charging an admission were charged a rental fee. The rental fee for the park during the fall for night football games regardless of who played would be $75 per night. (7)

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	Leiser, Fred. (Dubuque, IA, Sept. 24, 1882--Dubuque, IA, Feb. 26, 1950).		Leiser, Fred. (Dubuque, IA, Sept. 24, 1882--Dubuque, IA, Feb. 26, 1950).
	Leiser was president of the Dubuque baseball club in 1927 when, under manager Billy ~~Seas~~, it was called the "Speasmen." (1) He was also the president and owner of the "Fighting Tigers" of Dubuque in 1929 when they were the champions of the Mississippi Valley League. In an article at the end of the season, an unnamed sports writer commented that		Leiser was president of the Dubuque baseball club in 1927 when, under manager Billy Speas, it was called the "Speasmen." (1) He was also the president and owner of the "Fighting Tigers" of Dubuque in 1929 when they were the champions of the Mississippi Valley League. In an article at the end of the season, an unnamed sports writer commented that

	Leiser doesn't go out passing the hat. He has confidence in		Leiser doesn't go out passing the hat. He has confidence in
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	the necessary backing." (2)		the necessary backing." (2)

	In an effort to attract more fans to the games, Leiser in 1930 believed that the answer lay in night baseball. To make this occur, he met with the Chamber of Commerce in May to finalize plans for a ticket sale which, it was believed, would finance the purchase of the lighting equipment. The lights would become the property of the city. All civic organizations and businesses in the city were asked to have a member in attendance. The tickets were to be sold at three for $2.00. If more money was raised than was needed for the lighting, the extra money would go to the baseball club. The ticket sale was only for one day. (3) The lighting at [[DUBUQUE MUNICIPAL FIELD]] would also be available for all other events which might be hosted at the site. The first use of all the lighting took place on July 14, 1930. (4) In September, the city council decided that all the equipment should be the property of the City of Dubuque and therefore entered into a contract with Leiser to purchase his rights to all the equipment for $4,850 to be paid in two payments in 1931 and 1932 without interest. (4)		In an effort to attract more fans to the games, Leiser in 1930 believed that the answer lay in night baseball. To make this occur, he met with the Chamber of Commerce in May to finalize plans for a ticket sale which, it was believed, would finance the purchase of the lighting equipment. The lights would become the property of the city. All civic organizations and businesses in the city were asked to have a member in attendance. The tickets were to be sold at three for $2.00. If more money was raised than was needed for the lighting, the extra money would go to the baseball club. The ticket sale was only for one day. (3)

	~~In 1930 Leiser was given a new three-year lease on the athletic field by the city council. Issued~~ for the ~~years 1931 to 1933, the lease noted that for an annual rental fee of $300, Leiser would pay for all improvements and repairs~~ at the ~~park, maintain and repair all electrical equipment~~, and ~~pay~~ for ~~the electricity used in the new night lighting system during April to the middle of September~~. ~~Leiser~~ was ~~able to sublet~~ the ~~park during~~ the ~~baseball season~~ for ~~other enterprises, but had to give 25% of the gross rental charge he collected to the city. Local baseball teams could use~~ the ~~park free-~~of~~-charge when the Dubuque club was away from home as long as they did not charge admission~~. ~~Baseball teams charging an admission were charged a rental fee~~. ~~The rental fee for~~ the ~~park during the fall for~~ night ~~football games regardless~~ of ~~who played would be $75 per night~~. (5)		Plans for the ticket sale were changed at the May meeting. The actual sale began in June, 1930 and lasted for two days. The event was advertised as "three special night games" with the proceeds from the three nights going for the installation of lights. For $2.00 the customers received three tickets which could be used on any night of the special series. (4)

	~~In 1932 leaders of the Three-Eye and Mississippi Valley Baseball leaques considered the consolidation of the four strongest teams of the each league~~ for the ~~next season. Such a suggestion was met with doubt~~. The ~~president~~ of the ~~Mississippi Valley League~~, ~~Dr. Charles Logan, had the next season arranged~~. In ~~addition~~, ~~clubs in~~ the ~~league had established major league connection~~ that ~~seemed solid. The only uncertainty came from some clubs whose members did not want~~ to ~~start another season~~. (6)		The lighting at [[DUBUQUE MUNICIPAL FIELD]] would also be available for all other events which might be hosted at the site. The first use of all the lighting took place on July 14, 1930. (5) In September, the city council decided that all the equipment should be the property of the City of Dubuque and therefore entered into a contract with Leiser to purchase his rights to all the equipment for $4,850 to be paid in two payments in 1931 and 1932 without interest. (6)

	Back pay was still owed to baseball players in Dubuque from the 1932 season. Under the rules, those salaries had to be settled before the city could participate in a new season. Despite assurances by Leiser, in cooperation with Dubuque Baseball Inc., in the last half of the 1932 that accounts would be settled time appeared to be running out for the team to play. (7)		In 1930 Leiser was given a new three-year lease on the athletic field by the city council. Issued for the years 1931 to 1933, the lease noted that for an annual rental fee of $300, Leiser would pay for all improvements and repairs at the park, maintain and repair all electrical equipment, and pay for the electricity used in the new night lighting system during April to the middle of September. Leiser was able to sublet the park during the baseball season for other enterprises, but had to give 25% of the gross rental charge he collected to the city. Local baseball teams could use the park free-of-charge when the Dubuque club was away from home as long as they did not charge admission. Baseball teams charging an admission were charged a rental fee. The rental fee for the park during the fall for night football games regardless of who played would be $75 per night. (7)

			In 1932 leaders of the Three-Eye and Mississippi Valley Baseball leaques considered the consolidation of the four strongest teams of the each league for the next season. Such a suggestion was met with doubt. The president of the Mississippi Valley League, Dr. Charles Logan, had the next season arranged. In addition, clubs in the league had established major league connection that seemed solid. The only uncertainty came from some clubs whose members did not want to start another season. (8)

			Back pay was still owed to baseball players in Dubuque from the 1932 season. Under the rules, those salaries had to be settled before the city could participate in a new season. Despite assurances by Leiser, in cooperation with Dubuque Baseball Inc., in the last half of the 1932 that accounts would be settled time appeared to be running out for the team to play. (9)

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	3. "Final Plans Will Be Made Tonight," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal,'' May 29, 1930, p. 15		3. "Final Plans Will Be Made Tonight," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal,'' May 29, 1930, p. 15

	4. "Stage is All Set for First Night Baseball Contest in Dubuque," Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal, July 14, 1930, p. 7		4. "Stage is All Set for First Night Baseball Contest in Dubuque," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', July 14, 1930, p. 7

			5. "Scoop," "Behind the Screen," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', June 15, 1930, p. 29

	4. "City Council Proceedings," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', September 5, 1930, p. 5		6. "City Council Proceedings," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', September 5, 1930, p. 5

	5. "Council Grants Ball Park Lease," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', September 10, 1930, p. 7		7. "Council Grants Ball Park Lease," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', September 10, 1930, p. 7

	6. "Proposal Made for New League in Middle West," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', October 11, 1932, p. 10		8. "Proposal Made for New League in Middle West," ''Telegraph-Herald and Times-Journal'', October 11, 1932, p. 10

	7. Ibid.		9. Ibid.

	[[Image:Leiser's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]Leiser also operated a popular restaurant on the southern edge of Sageville.		[[Image:Leiser's.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]Leiser also operated a popular restaurant on the southern edge of Sageville.

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-Leiser, Fred. (Dubuque, IA, Sept. 24, 1882--Dubuque, IA, Feb. 26, 1950). Leiser, a member of the [[DUBUQUE SHOOTING SOCIETY]], was once the owner of a Dubuque [[BASEBALL]] team which was a member of the Mississippi Valley Baseball League.
+Leiser, Fred. (Dubuque, IA, Sept. 24, 1882--Dubuque, IA, Feb. 26, 1950).
-In 1924, Leiser donated a new ballpark to the City of Dubuque. On this field his dream of night baseball came true in 1930, five years before lighted baseball came to the major leagues. The Dubuque field was claimed to possess the finest lighting system of its day.
+In an effort to attract more fans to the games, Leiser in 1930 believed that the answer lay in night baseball. To make this occur, he met with the Chamber of Commerce in May to finalize plans for a ticket sale which, it was believed, would finance the purchase of the lighting equipment. The lights would become the property of the city. All civic organizations and businesses in the city were asked to have a member in attendance. The tickets were to be sold at three for $2.00. If more money was raised than was needed for the lighting, the extra money would go to the baseball club.  The ticket sale was only for one day. (3) The lighting at [[DUBUQUE MUNICIPAL FIELD]] would also be available for all other events which might be hosted at the site.  The first use of all the lighting took place on July 14, 1930. (4) In September, the city council decided that all the equipment should be the property of the City of Dubuque and therefore entered into a contract with Leiser to purchase his rights to all the equipment for $4,850 to be paid in two payments in 1931 and 1932 without interest. (4)
 [[Image:Leiser's.png|left|thumb|250px|]]Leiser also operated a popular restaurant on the southern edge of Sageville.

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	Leiser, Fred. (Dubuque, IA, Sept. 24, 1882--Dubuque, IA, Feb. 26, 1950).		Leiser, Fred. (Dubuque, IA, Sept. 24, 1882--Dubuque, IA, Feb. 26, 1950).
	Leiser was president of the Dubuque [[BASEBALL]] club in 1927 when, under manager Billy Speas, it was called the "Speasmen." (1) He was also the president and owner of the "Fighting Tigers" of Dubuque in 1929 when they were the champions of the Mississippi Valley League. In an article at the end of the season, an unnamed sports writer commented that		Leiser was the owner of the Dubuque franchise and club from 1925 to 1930. He was president of the Dubuque [[BASEBALL]] club in 1927 when, under manager Billy Speas, it was called the "Speasmen." (1) He was also the president and owner of the "Fighting Tigers" of Dubuque in 1929 when they were the champions of the Mississippi Valley League. In an article at the end of the season, an unnamed sports writer commented that

	Leiser doesn't go out passing the hat. He has confidence in		Leiser doesn't go out passing the hat. He has confidence in
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	the necessary backing." (2)		the necessary backing." (2)

	In an effort to attract more fans to the games, Leiser in 1930 ~~believed that the answer lay in~~ night baseball. To make this occur, he met with members of the Chamber of Commerce in May to finalize plans for a ticket sale which, it was believed, would finance the ~~purchase~~ of the lighting equipment~~. The lights would become the property of the city~~. All civic organizations and businesses in the city were asked to have a member in attendance. The tickets were to be sold at three for $2.00. If more money was raised than was needed for the lighting, the extra money would go to the baseball club. The ticket sale was only for one day. (3)		In an effort to attract more fans to the games, Leiser in 1930 proposed night baseball--an idea being discussed in many other cities. To make this occur, he met with members of the Chamber of Commerce in May to finalize plans for a ticket sale which, it was believed, would finance the estimated $8,000 cost of the lighting equipment. All civic organizations and businesses in the city were asked to have a member in attendance. The lights would become the property of the city. The tickets were to be sold at three for $2.00. If more money was raised than was needed for the lighting, the extra money would go to the baseball club. The ticket sale was only planned for one day. (3)

	Plans for the ticket sale were changed at the May meeting. The actual sale was held on June 16th and 17th, 1930. The event was advertised as "three special night games" with the proceeds from the three nights going for the installation of lights. For $2.00 the customers received three tickets which could be used on any night of the special series. (4)		Plans for the ticket sale were changed at the May meeting. The actual sale was held on June 16th and 17th, 1930. The event was advertised as "three special night games" with the proceeds from the three nights going for the installation of lights. For $2.00 the customers received three tickets which could be used on any night of the special series. (4)

	The lighting at [[DUBUQUE ATHLETIC FIELD]] would also be available for all other events which might be hosted at the site. The first use of all the lighting took place on July 14, 1930. (5) Unfortunately lighting and a good crowd could not balance poor play by the Tigers who lost to Moline by a score of 13 to 7. (6)		[[Image:730.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|Testing the lights on July 13, 1930. Photo courtesy: Telegraph Herald]]The lighting at [[DUBUQUE ATHLETIC FIELD]] would also be available for all other events which might be hosted at the site. The first use of all the lighting took place on July 14, 1930. (5) Unfortunately lighting and a good crowd could not balance poor play by the Tigers who lost to Moline by a score of 13 to 7. (6)

	The ticket sale must not have covered the estimated $8,000 cost. In September, the city council decided that all the equipment should be the property of the City of Dubuque and therefore entered into a contract with Leiser to purchase his rights to all the equipment for $4,850 to be paid in two payments in 1931 and 1932 without interest. (7)		The ticket sale must not have covered the estimated $8,000 cost. In September, the city council decided that all the equipment should be the property of the City of Dubuque and therefore entered into a contract with Leiser to purchase his rights to all the equipment for $4,850 to be paid in two payments in 1931 and 1932 without interest. (7)
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	In 1930 Leiser was given a new three-year lease on the athletic field by the city council. Issued for the years 1931 to 1933, the lease noted that for an annual rental fee of $300 Leiser would pay for all improvements and repairs at the park, maintain and repair all electrical equipment, and pay for the electricity used in the new night lighting system during April to the middle of September. Leiser was able to sublet the park during the baseball season for other enterprises, but had to give 25% of the gross rental charge he collected to the city. Local baseball teams could use the park free-of-charge when the Dubuque club was away from home as long as they did not charge admission. Baseball teams charging an admission were charged a rental fee. The rental fee for the park during the fall for night football games regardless of who played would be $75 per night. (8)		In 1930 Leiser was given a new three-year lease on the athletic field by the city council. Issued for the years 1931 to 1933, the lease noted that for an annual rental fee of $300 Leiser would pay for all improvements and repairs at the park, maintain and repair all electrical equipment, and pay for the electricity used in the new night lighting system during April to the middle of September. Leiser was able to sublet the park during the baseball season for other enterprises, but had to give 25% of the gross rental charge he collected to the city. Local baseball teams could use the park free-of-charge when the Dubuque club was away from home as long as they did not charge admission. Baseball teams charging an admission were charged a rental fee. The rental fee for the park during the fall for night football games regardless of who played would be $75 per night. (8)

	On October 29, 1930 directors of the Mississippi Valley baseball league while meeting in Moline, Illinois announced their approval of the sale by Leiser~~, owner of the Dubuque franchise and club since 1925,~~ of the club, franchise and lease to Percy Gray of Chicago, Illinois. There was an understanding that the franchise would remain in Dubuque. (9)		On October 29, 1930 directors of the Mississippi Valley baseball league while meeting in Moline, Illinois announced their approval of the sale by Leiser of the club, franchise and lease to Percy Gray of Chicago, Illinois. There was an understanding that the franchise would remain in Dubuque. (9)

	In 1932 leaders of the Three-Eye and Mississippi Valley Baseball leagues considered the consolidation of the four strongest teams of the each league for the next season. Such a suggestion was met with doubt. The president of the Mississippi Valley League, Dr. Charles Logan, had the next season arranged. In addition, clubs in the league had established major league connection that seemed solid. The only uncertainty came from some clubs whose members did not want to start another season.		In 1932 leaders of the Three-Eye and Mississippi Valley Baseball leagues considered the consolidation of the four strongest teams of the each league for the next season. Such a suggestion was met with doubt. The president of the Mississippi Valley League, Dr. Charles Logan, had the next season arranged. In addition, clubs in the league had established major league connection that seemed solid. The only uncertainty came from some clubs whose members did not want to start another season.