About Dixie Walker
Lived 1887 – 1965 (aged 78). Dixie Walker was an American baseball player.
Ewart Gladstone "Dixie" Walker (June 1, 1887 – November 14, 1965) was an American Major League Baseball pitcher who played from to with the Washington Senators. He batted left and threw right-handed. Walker had a 25–31 record in 74 career games.
His best season was in 1910, when he went 11-11 with a 3.30 ERA.
He was born in Brownsville, Pennsylvania, and died in Leeds, Alabama. His given names "Ewart Gladstone" would appear to honor William Ewart Gladstone, who served as British prime minister at various junctures between 1868 and 1894.
Walker was the brother of Major Leaguer Ernie Walker, and the father of Major Leaguers Dixie Walker and Harry Walker. Walker is buried in Birmingham's Elmwood Cemetery.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Dixie Walker?
American baseball player (1887–1965)
When was Dixie Walker born?
Dixie Walker was born on 1 June 1887 in Brownsville.
When did Dixie Walker die?
Dixie Walker died on 14 November 1965 in Leeds.
What was Dixie Walker's occupation?
Dixie Walker was a baseball player.
What nationality was Dixie Walker?
Dixie Walker was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Dixie Walker (pitcher)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dixie Walker. https://biography.guide/dixie-walker-baseball-player/
MLA: "Dixie Walker." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/dixie-walker-baseball-player/.
Chicago: "Dixie Walker." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/dixie-walker-baseball-player/.
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