Arthur "Art" Darby
Arthur "Art" Darby (1916-2005), interviewed by Fred Krueger, recalls his childhood experiences with baseball games and carnivals in Runje Field. Also known as Pioneer Park, this park started as a school athletic field and playground. It was later developed for sport competitions and picnic area to provide a place for community gatherings and celebrations. In 1950 the Old-timers Picnic had an attendance of 1500-2000. View more information and full interview at: https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/roslyn_history/26/. Courtesy of CWU Archives and Special Collections.
Learn more about Black Baseball in Washington State and local legend Jimmy Claxton https://blackwashington.wshs.yourcultureconnect.com/e/stories/Black-Baseball-in-Washington
