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Lewis Walter

1905 – 1982

American journalist

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Lived 1905 – 1982 (aged 76). Lewis Walter was an American journalist.

Lewis H. Walter (December 14, 1905 – September 29, 1982) was an American sports journalist. A columnist for Detroit Times and Detroit Free Press, he won the Elmer Ferguson Memorial Award in 1984 and is a member of the media section of the Hockey Hall of Fame. He covered the Detroit Red Wings. Walter attended the University of Michigan and graduated in 1929. He died in 1982.

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Important facts

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Education
University of Michigan
Employers
Detroit Free Press, Detroit Times
Awards
Elmer Ferguson Memorial Award

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Lewis Walter?

American journalist

When was Lewis Walter born?

Lewis Walter was born on 14 December 1905 in Michigan.

When did Lewis Walter die?

Lewis Walter died on 29 September 1982 in Michigan.

What was Lewis Walter's occupation?

Lewis Walter was a journalist.

What nationality was Lewis Walter?

Lewis Walter was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Lewis Walter

· Wikidata: Q20687544

· DBpedia: Lewis Walter

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