About James Sumner
Lived 1851 – 1881 (aged 29). James Sumner was an American baseball player, known for Umpire (baseball).
James Gaffield Sumner (August 16, 1851 – April 21, 1881) was an American professional umpire in Major League Baseball. He officiated 28 games as a National League umpire from 1876 until 1878.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Sumner?
Major League Baseball umpire
When was James Sumner born?
James Sumner was born on 16 August 1851 in Boston.
When did James Sumner die?
James Sumner died on 21 April 1881 in Cambridge.
What was James Sumner's occupation?
James Sumner was a baseball player.
What was James Sumner known for?
James Sumner was known for Umpire (baseball).
What nationality was James Sumner?
James Sumner was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Sumner (baseball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Sumner. https://biography.guide/james-sumner-baseball-player/
MLA: "James Sumner." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-sumner-baseball-player/.
Chicago: "James Sumner." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-sumner-baseball-player/.
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