Telegram from Babe’s publicist Christy Walsh to Babe’s widow Claire following Babe’s death. Dated August 16, 1948, it reads: There were just too many extra innings for Babe’s poor overworked heart. Thank God his suffering has ended. Please accept my sympathy. Sincerely, Christy Walsh.

Telegram from Babe’s publicist Christy Walsh to Babe’s widow Claire following Babe’s death. Dated August 16, 1948, it reads: There were just too many extra innings for Babe’s poor overworked heart. Thank God his suffering has ended. Please accept my sympathy. Sincerely, Christy Walsh.

Babe with Jack Dempsey and Christy Walsh - September 15, 1923.

Babe with Jack Dempsey and Christy Walsh - September 15, 1923.

The Babe with Christy Walsh, checking out the jersey for his upcoming barnstorming tour - 1927.

The Babe with Christy Walsh, checking out the jersey for his upcoming barnstorming tour - 1927.