Conversation so far:
How did Layden become commissioner?
it had been agreed upon by a majority of owners.
When did he become commissioner?
Layden was appointed commissioner in February 1941.
Was he respected as a commissioner?
the remaining owners agreed not to renew Layden's contract, feeling that he was too much of a gentleman and not forceful enough.

Question: How much did he earn as commissioner?
Self-contained rewrite: How much did Elmer Layden earn as commissioner?