It seems like Almost Yesterday that Elam Vangilder was playing baseball in the major leagues. “Big Elam,” was born in Cape Girardeau, Missouri on April 23, 1896, and began playing baseball at an early age.

Almost Yesterday: Elam Vangilder Makes it Big in the Big Leagues

Almost Yesterday is a glimpse into the rich history southeast Missouri. Dr. Frank Nickell takes listeners on a journey to specific moments in time. A gifted storyteller and local historian, Dr. Nickell’s wit and love for the past are combined with sounds and music that augment his narrative.

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Almost Yesterday: Elam Vangilder Makes it Big in the Big Leagues

Almost Yesterday: Elam Vangilder Makes it Big in the Big Leagues