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Bill Schwartz

1864 – 1940

American baseball player

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Lived 1864 – 1940 (aged 76). Bill Schwartz was an American baseball player.

William August Schwartz (April 3, 1864 – December 22, 1940) was a 19th-century baseball catcher who played for two seasons. He was born in Jamestown, Kentucky, and was Jewish. He played for the Columbus Buckeyes of the American Association in 1883 and the Cincinnati Outlaw Reds of the Union Association in 1884, playing in 31 career games.

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William August Schwartz

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Bill Schwartz?

American baseball player (1864-1940)

When was Bill Schwartz born?

Bill Schwartz was born on 3 April 1864 in Jamestown.

When did Bill Schwartz die?

Bill Schwartz died on 22 December 1940 in Newport.

What was Bill Schwartz's occupation?

Bill Schwartz was a baseball player.

What nationality was Bill Schwartz?

Bill Schwartz was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bill Schwartz

· Wikidata: Q4910804

· DBpedia: Bill Schwartz (catcher)

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