This is an extraordinary photo of Redland Field in 1922. The image gives a rare early view of the Reds ballpark in exceptional clarity. About a year ago, I posted a similar photo taken from a slightly different vantage point by the same aerial photographer. However, this image gives us a better view of the Harrison Avenue Viaduct, built in 1908. If you look carefully, you will see a streetcar on the viaduct right where it crosses Western Avenue. You will also notice the railroad trestle curving off to the left of the photo over the Millcreek. I believe this is a B&O line by this time, but it was built by the Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Railroad. If you follow Western Avenue (runs along the outfield wall) north toward the viaduct, you'll see a sandlot ballfield. It's hard to tell from the angle, but this is probably either at the intersection of Dayton St or Bank St.
Now on to Redland Field. My earlier photo did not show the Sun Deck (No lights yet!) as clearly, and note the two flag poles inside the field of play on the warning track. Much of the advertising on the outfield wall is visible, including Coca-Cola, Western Bank and Trust, Dolly Varden Chocolates, and someone selling underwear. One sign prominently displays the name "A. Ehrmantraut", but I am uncertain as to what that business was. At the time, there was an Ehrmantraut Bros. optometrist in Cincinnati...maybe this was to encourage the umpires to improve their vision!
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