The Great Depression deepens, and American League costs are cut by dropping an umpire from the AL staff of 11.

On January 4, 1932 — The Great Depression deepens, and American League costs are cut by dropping an umpire from the AL staff of 11.

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Baseball Reference January 4

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National Pastime January 4

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