William Veeck, president of the Chicago Cubs, urges a midsummer series of inter-league games. He also proposes a split season.

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On August 22, 1933 — William Veeck, president of the Chicago Cubs, urges a midsummer series of inter-league games. He also proposes a split season.

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Baseball Reference August 22
National Pastime August 22
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