The building at 2179 Clement Avenue, next to the entrance to the Dutra
property, has a historical plaque stationed next to the sidewalk. The
plaque commemorates the site which was a park where a famous
Japanese-American baseball team played for decades.
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Looking West from Elm Street and Clement, next to
AAAAA Storage and the entrance to the Dutra property.
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2179 Clement Street looking West toward AAAAA Storage at Elm Street and
Clement. The plaque can be seen mounted on a large stone.
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A closer look reveals the plaque honoring the ATK plaque almost lost in the
shrubbery between sidewalk and building.
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The plaque inscription reads:
"(Alameda TAIIKU KAI, Alameda Athletic
Club) During the years 1916-1938 this was the approximate location of home
plate of the Alameda Japanese American ATK baseball field. Games were
played on week-ends against other Japanese American and top flight semi-pro
teams. It served both as a recreational and social gather place for the
Japanese community. This plaque is proudly dedicated in honor of the
players and their loyal supporters. Dedicated February 1992."
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