How the Debut Was Covered

How some media covered Jackie Robinson’s debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947:

Even without Skipper Leo Durocher, the good ship “Dodger” proved yesterday that it could sail safely into port, although slightly storm-battered in the process.

Managed by Clyde Sukeforth, skipper pro tem, who sent eighteen of his crew into action, the Brooks docked just ahead of the Boston Braves and are sharing the National League lead today--if it never happens again.

Flatbush fans, 26,623 of them, who watched their favorite team rally to win, 5-3, had no problem about dividing their cheers. All of them went to an old hero, Pistol Pete Reiser, who has heard that roar of acclaim so many times.

(Robinson mentioned only in play-by-play in sixth and 16th paragraphs)