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Clarence Williams

1866 – 1934

American baseball player

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About Clarence Williams

Lived 1866 – 1934 (aged 68). Clarence Williams was an American baseball player.

Clarence E. "Waxey" Williams (January 27, 1866 – September 23, 1934) was an American professional baseball catcher who played for predecessor teams to the Negro leagues. He joined the Cuban Giants, the first black professional team, during their first season. He played at least 20 years for major teams. He was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and the first black player to play for Harrisburg on City Island.

In his time the Cuban Giants played in otherwise all-white leagues during 1887, 1889, and 1890, but Williams and Frank Grant played on the otherwise white Harrisburg team in the Eastern Interstate League. (Harrisburg and the Giants battled for the pennant.)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Clarence Williams?

American baseball player (1866-1934)

When was Clarence Williams born?

Clarence Williams was born on 27 January 1866 in Harrisburg.

When did Clarence Williams die?

Clarence Williams died on 23 September 1934 in Atlantic City.

What was Clarence Williams's occupation?

Clarence Williams was a baseball player.

What nationality was Clarence Williams?

Clarence Williams was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Clarence Williams

· Wikidata: Q5126821

· DBpedia: Clarence Williams (baseball)

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