J. Louis Comiskey
John Louis Comiskey (August 12, 1885 – July 18, 1939) was an American businessman and the owner of the Chicago White Sox of the American League from 1931 to 1939.
John Louis Comiskey | |
|---|---|
| Owner of the Chicago White Sox | |
| In office 1931–1939 | |
| Preceded by | Charles Comiskey |
| Succeeded by | Grace Comiskey |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 12, 1885 |
| Died | July 18, 1939 (aged 53) |
Biography
He was born on August 12, 1885, son of Charles Comiskey. He inherited the team from his father in 1931. He started work for the White Sox in 1910.
Comiskey died of heart disease at the age of 53 on July 18, 1939.[1] Control of the White Sox passed to Comiskey's widow, Grace Comiskey, upon his death.
References
- "J. Louis Comiskey Dies At Eagle River Home", The Sheboygan Press, Wednesday, July 19, 1939, Sheboygan, Wisconsin, United States Of America
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