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TSN Archives: How Lou Gehrig described his weakening condition, end of streak to The Sporting News in 1939
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May 2, 1939: Lou Gehrig's streak ends in Detroit – Society for American Baseball Research
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1939 Lou Gehrig's 2,129th and 2,130th (and Final) Game Streak New, Lot #81371
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This Week in History: Baseball great Lou Gehrig's consecutive games streak ends in 1939
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On this day in 1939, Lou Gehrig ended his streak and never played again
1939 Lou Gehrig Spring Training Service Photograph. Taken during, Lot #10502
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The Decline of Lou Gehrig and Rise of Ted Williams: Seven Unforgettable Days In May 1939 - Space Coast Daily
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Lou Gehrig ended streak at Tigers game
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This Day In Sports: Lou Gehrig's tearful farewell