About Bill Owens
Lived 1901 – 1999 (aged 97). Bill Owens was an American baseball player.
William John Owens (November 14, 1901 – May 5, 1999) was an American professional baseball shortstop in the Negro leagues. He played from 1923 to 1933 with several teams.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill Owens?
Negro League Baseball player
When was Bill Owens born?
Bill Owens was born on 14 November 1901.
When did Bill Owens die?
Bill Owens died on 5 May 1999.
What was Bill Owens's occupation?
Bill Owens was a baseball player.
What nationality was Bill Owens?
Bill Owens was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Owens. https://biography.guide/bill-owens-baseball-player/
MLA: "Bill Owens." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-owens-baseball-player/.
Chicago: "Bill Owens." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-owens-baseball-player/.
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