William “Pudge” Heffelfinger, pulling guard for the Chicago Athletic Association’s football team, became the first openly paid football player when he accepted $500 cash payment to play in a single game as a ringer for Allegheny Athletic Association against their arch rival, Pittsburgh Athletic Club.
The Drawing Room lobby & common spaces are open daily from Monday through Saturday 7am-11pm and Sunday 7am-9pm. Guests can order food and beverages from Game Room during their hours of operation.