The Gatewood Browns are setting their sights on an exceptional season, with hopes of forming “the best team the Gatewood Browns ever had.” Veteran Moberly Negro ball players are optimistic, envisioning a swift practice period, a robust team organization, and a season filled with numerous games and potential victories.

Alongside the seasoned players who have previously dazzled fans at Lockwood Park, the Browns are casting a wide net to recruit new and dynamic talent. One of the promising new additions for this season is David Taylor from Jackson College, Mississippi. Standing at 6 feet tall and weighing 182 pounds, Taylor is a shortstop expected to become a standout in the infield.

The excitement surrounding the team’s preparations and recruitment efforts is palpable, as the Browns look forward to showcasing their enhanced lineup and delivering a thrilling season to their supporters.

This account, capturing the anticipation and strategic planning of the Gatewood Browns, was originally reported in the Moberly Monitor-Index and Moberly Evening Democrat, Moberly, Missouri, on Wednesday, May 6, 1936. The historical record is preserved courtesy of The State Historical Society of Missouri, highlighting the legacy and enduring spirit of local baseball.