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The 1870 edition of Beadle's Dime Base-Ball Guide stands as a testament to its enduring quality, with all pages intact despite minor wear along the edges. Within its covers, a wealth of insights awaits, shedding light on the formative years of baseball. Included are recently adopted rules, an inventive scoring system, player guidance, club establishment tips, and detailed base-ball averages from the 1869-70 season. Published annually from 1860 to 1881, these guides were conceived by Henry Chadwick, revered as the "Father of Baseball." Chadwick's editorial acumen ushered in pivotal changes and advancements to baseball box scores and metrics, profoundly influencing our contemporary understanding and analysis of the game. For collectors, this guide presents a singular opportunity to possess a piece of baseball's storied past, providing an enthralling glimpse into its evolution and early origins.