Homer Ruh
American football player from the United States
About Homer Ruh
Lived 1895 – 1971 (aged 76). Homer Ruh was an American gridiron football player and american football player.
Homer Lewis "Tiny" Ruh (September 19, 1895 – October 4, 1971) was an American football player who played at the end and halfback positions.
He was born in Columbus, Ohio, in 1895 and attended that city's East High School.
He played professional football for the Columbus Panhandles in 1916 and 1917. During World War I, he served in the Army and was the star end for the 37th Division ("Buckeye Division") football team. In 1921, The Buffalo Times wrote of Ruh: "He is a wonderful player and a great all-around athlete, having starred in basketball and other sports."
Ruh died in 1971 in Hollywood, Florida, at age 76.
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Who was Homer Ruh?
American football player from the United States
When was Homer Ruh born?
Homer Ruh was born on 19 September 1895 in Columbus.
When did Homer Ruh die?
Homer Ruh died on 4 October 1971.
What was Homer Ruh's occupation?
Homer Ruh was a gridiron football player and american football player.
What nationality was Homer Ruh?
Homer Ruh was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Homer Ruh. https://biography.guide/homer-ruh/
MLA: "Homer Ruh." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/homer-ruh/.
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