About Scrip Lee
Lived 1899 – 1974 (aged 75). Scrip Lee was an American baseball player.
Holsey Scranton Scriptus Lee, Sr. (January 29, 1899 – February 13, 1974) was an American Negro league baseball pitcher. He played from 1921 to 1934 with several teams. He was nicknamed both Scrip and Script.
Before his Negro leagues career, Lee served in the National Guard, fighting against Pancho Villa's forces at the Mexican border in 1916. He also served in the 372nd Infantry during World War I, earning two battle stars and a Purple Heart.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Scrip Lee?
Negro League Baseball player
When was Scrip Lee born?
Scrip Lee was born on 29 January 1899 in Washington, D.C..
When did Scrip Lee die?
Scrip Lee died on 13 February 1974 in Washington, D.C..
What was Scrip Lee's occupation?
Scrip Lee was a baseball player.
What nationality was Scrip Lee?
Scrip Lee was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Scrip Lee. https://biography.guide/scrip-lee/
MLA: "Scrip Lee." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/scrip-lee/.
Chicago: "Scrip Lee." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/scrip-lee/.
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