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2 unusual facts about Jimmie Crutchfield


Alsip, Illinois

The Alsip area is home to two predominantly African-American cemeteries, Burr Oak and Restvale cemeteries, which are the resting places of many Chicago blues musicians (including Muddy Waters, Willie Dixon and Dinah Washington), athletes (Jimmie Crutchfield), and other celebrities.

Jimmie Crutchfield

Teamed with Ted Strong and Cool Papa Bell, they formed what is considered the best outfield in the Negro Leagues.



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