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Alfred Harrison Sayler (1911 - 1955)

Alfred Harrison "Greyhound" Sayler
Born in Blytheville, Mississippi, Arkansas, United Statesmap
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Died at age 43 in Cleveland, Cuyahoga, Ohio, United Statesmap
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Alfred Harrison Sayler is notable for his contributions to the Negro League baseball during the mid-20th century. Sayler began his professional baseball career playing for the Claybrook Tigers, and later showcased his talents as a switch hitter and fancy fielder with teams like the Atlanta Black Crackers, Cincinnati Buckeyes, and Birmingham Black Barons. His skill and dedication as a player earned him recognition among his peers and fans alike. Additionally, Sayler's journey to becoming a prominent figure in Negro League baseball highlights his resilience and determination to pursue his passion for the sport.[1]

Alfred Harrison Sayler was born on December 31, 1911, in Blytheville, a town in Mississippi County, Arkansas. He was the son of Robert Alexander Sayler and Allie L. Carr Sayler.[2] Tragedy struck the family when Alfred was just a young boy. His father, Robert, passed away on April 11, 1924, in their hometown of Blytheville.[3] Following her husband's death, Allie later remarried to a man named Oscar Charlie Johnson.[4]

In the 1930s, Alfred Sayler lived in Blytheville, where he worked as a laborer in the public works industry.[4] It was during this period that he began his professional baseball career. Sayler initially played for the Claybrook Tigers, a Negro baseball team based in Claybrook, located in Crittenden County, Arkansas. He quickly gained recognition for his skills as a switch hitter and fancy fielder.[5] He then played for the Atlanta Black Crackers.[6]

By 1940, Alfred Sayler continued to live in Blytheville and was employed at Federal Compress, a cotton warehouse storage facility.[7] In the same year, he joined the Cincinnati Buckeyes, marking another significant chapter in his baseball career.[6]

In 1942, Sayler played for the Birmingham Black Barons, further solidifying his reputation as a talented baseball player within the Negro Leagues.[8]

Tragically, Alfred Harrison Sayler's life was cut short when he passed away on April 8, 1955, in Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio.[9] He was laid to rest at Highland Park Cemetery in Highland Hills, also located in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Though his life may have ended prematurely, Alfred Sayler's contributions to baseball and his legacy as a skilled player remain an important part of sports history.[10]

Sources

  1. ↑ Wikipedia contributors. Alfred Saylor. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. November 27, 2022, 19:43 UTC. Available at: "Alfred Harrison Sayler." Accessed April 4, 2024.
  2. ↑ Arkansas, Birth Certificates, 1914-1922: Arkansas Department of Vital Records; Little Rock, Arkansas; Birth Certificates; Year: 1911 Ancestry Record 61774 #589658
  3. ↑ Arkansas, Death Certificates, 1914-1969: Arkansas Department of Vital Records; Little Rock, Arkansas; Death Certificates; Year: 1924; Roll: 2 Ancestry Record 61777 #154556
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 1930 United States Federal Census: Year: 1930; Census Place: Blytheville, Mississippi, Arkansas; Page: 14A; Enumeration District: 0015; FHL microfilm: 2339820 Ancestry Record 6224 #86911410
  5. ↑ "Claybrook Tigers Defeat Chicago American Giants", The St. Louis Argus, St. Louis, Missouri, 10 Apr 1936, Fri. - Page 6. Newspapers Clip: 144733973, Accessed 4 Apr 2024.
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 "Negro Nines Set For Tilts Here", The Spokesman-Review, Spokane, Washington, 12 Jun 1946, Wed. - Page 18. Newspapers Clip: 144080955, Accessed 4 Apr 2024.
  7. ↑ U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947: The National Archives at Fort Worth, Texas; Fort Worth, Texas; Wwii Draft Registration Cards For Arkansas, 10/16/1940 - 03/31/1947; Record Group: Records of the Selective Service System, 147 Ancestry Record 2238 #4304311
  8. ↑ "Speaking of Baseball In Negro American League", The Weekly Review, Birmingham, Alabama, 29 May 1942, Fri. - Page 7. Newspapers Clip: 49567895, Accessed 4 Apr 2024.
  9. ↑ Baseball Reference, (n.d.). "Baseball Reference Stats." Accessed 4 Apr 2024.
  10. ↑ Burial: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/92608167/alfred_harrison-saylor: accessed April 4, 2024), memorial page for Alfred Harrison -Greyhound- Saylor (31 Dec 1911–8 Apr 1955), Find A Grave: Memorial #92608167, citing Highland Park Cemetery, Highland Hills, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, USA; Maintained by Nancy (Saylor) K (contributor 48247088).

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