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What was the agreement among white owners of baseball teams regarding Negro players?

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The white owners of baseball teams had a verbal agreement to not allow Negro players to play on their teams.

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Who was the first Negro to play professional baseball?

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Bud Fowler was the first Negro to play professional baseball.

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How did Rube Foster communicate signals to his players?

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Rube Foster would send smoke signals from his pipe to communicate with his players.

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What was Rube Foster's contribution to baseball?

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Rube Foster was the creator of the Negro baseball league.

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What was the racial composition of most professional baseball teams in the mid-1860s?

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In the mid-1860s, most professional baseball teams had only white players.

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What is the significance of Bud Fowler in baseball history?

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Bud Fowler is significant for being the first Negro to play professional baseball, breaking racial barriers in the sport.

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What role did Rube Foster play in the establishment of the Negro leagues?

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Rube Foster played a crucial role as the creator and organizer of the Negro baseball league.

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What does the term 'Negro leagues' refer to?

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The term 'Negro leagues' refers to the various professional baseball leagues composed primarily of African American players during the era of racial segregation.

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Why were Negro players excluded from Major League Baseball during the early 20th century?

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Negro players were excluded from Major League Baseball due to racial discrimination and the unwritten rules established by team owners.

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What impact did the Negro leagues have on baseball?

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The Negro leagues provided opportunities for African American players to showcase their talents and contributed to the eventual integration of Major League Baseball.