About Joe Dawson
Lived 1897 – 1978 (aged 80). Joe Dawson was an American baseball player.
Ralph Fenton "Joe" Dawson (March 9, 1897 – January 4, 1978) was a Major League Baseball pitcher who played for four seasons starting at the age of 27. He played for the Cleveland Indians in 1924 and the Pittsburgh Pirates from 1927 to 1929. He was born in Bow, Washington and grew up in North Vancouver, British Columbia.
His brother, Rex, had a brief stint in the Majors.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joe Dawson?
American baseball player (1897-1978)
When was Joe Dawson born?
Joe Dawson was born on 9 March 1897 in Bow.
When did Joe Dawson die?
Joe Dawson died on 4 January 1978 in Longview.
What was Joe Dawson's occupation?
Joe Dawson was a baseball player.
What nationality was Joe Dawson?
Joe Dawson was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Joe Dawson (baseball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joe Dawson. https://biography.guide/joe-dawson-baseball-player/
MLA: "Joe Dawson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/joe-dawson-baseball-player/.
Chicago: "Joe Dawson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/joe-dawson-baseball-player/.
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