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John Merritt

1894 – 1955

American baseball player

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About John Merritt

Lived 1894 – 1955 (aged 61). John Merritt was an American baseball player.

John Howard Merritt (October 12, 1894 – November 3, 1955) was an American outfielder in Major League Baseball. He played one game for the New York Giants in 1913.

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John Howard Merritt

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Merritt?

American baseball player

When was John Merritt born?

John Merritt was born on 12 October 1894 in Tupelo.

When did John Merritt die?

John Merritt died on 3 November 1955 in Tupelo.

What was John Merritt's occupation?

John Merritt was a baseball player.

What nationality was John Merritt?

John Merritt was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Merritt

· Wikidata: Q6248547

· DBpedia: John Merritt (baseball)

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MLA: "John Merritt." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-merritt-baseball-player/.

Chicago: "John Merritt." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-merritt-baseball-player/.

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