J. B. Martin
J. B. Martin | |
|---|---|
| Owner of Chicago American Giants | |
| In office 1944–1952 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 24, 1885 Walls, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Died | May 1, 1973 (aged 87) Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Lula |
| Children | 1 |
Dr. J. B. Martin (September 24, 1885 – May 1, 1973) was president of the Negro American League, owner of the Chicago American Giants baseball team, and a prominent Republican Party leader in Memphis and later Chicago.