Myron H. Wilson
MLB baseball owner (1887–1962) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Myron Henry "Mike" Wilson Jr. (September 9, 1887 – August 19, 1962) was the principal owner of the Cleveland Indians baseball team of the American League from 1952 through 1956. He was a native of Cleveland.[1] In 1952, Wilson purchased Ellis Ryan's share of the franchise to become president and principal owner. In 1956, Wilson and other minority shareholders sold the Indians to William R. Daley.[2]
Myron H. Wilson | |
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| Born | Myron Henry Wilson Jr. September 9, 1887 Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | August 19, 1962 (aged 74) Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Sheffield Scientific School Yale University |
| Occupation(s) | Businessman, insurance executive |
| Known for | Owner of the Cleveland Indians, 1952–1956 |
Wilson stayed on as team president until his death in 1962 at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio after a one-month hospitalization. He was 74.[3][4]
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