Louis Menges
Louis John Menges (October 30, 1888 – March 10, 1969) was an American politician, businessman, and amateur soccer player who competed in the 1904 Summer Olympics.
| Olympic medal record | ||
|---|---|---|
| Men's Soccer | ||
.svg.png.webp){kind=icon} | 1904 St. Louis | Team competition |
Menges was born in East St. Louis, Illinois and went to the East St. Louis parochial and public schools. In 1904 he was a member of the Christian Brothers College team, which won the silver medal in the soccer tournament. He played all four matches as a goalkeeper. He served in the United States Army during World War I. Menges served in the Illinois Senate from 1935 to 1943 and was a Democrat. He was the owner and builder of movie theaters.[1][2]
References
- 'Illinois Blue Book 1941-1942,' Biographical Sketch of Louis J. Menges, pg. 248-249
- Olympics.com-profile
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