Nelson Burton, Sr.
American ten-pin bowler
About Nelson Burton, Sr.
Lived 1906 – 1994 (aged 87). Nelson Burton, Sr. was an American bowler.
Nelson Burton Sr. (November 25, 1906 – May 14, 1994) was an accomplished professional ten-pin bowler and considered one of the greatest matchplay bowlers of all time. Burton was also in the bowling business, having owned five different bowling centers over a period of years. Burton was inducted into the ABC Hall of Fame in 1964.
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Who was Nelson Burton, Sr.?
American ten-pin bowler
When was Nelson Burton, Sr. born?
Nelson Burton, Sr. was born on 25 November 1906.
When did Nelson Burton, Sr. die?
Nelson Burton, Sr. died on 14 May 1994.
What was Nelson Burton, Sr.'s occupation?
Nelson Burton, Sr. was a bowler.
What nationality was Nelson Burton, Sr.?
Nelson Burton, Sr. was American.
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