transcribed from microfilm and contributed by Susan Langheld

Newspaper:  Cleveland Herald
Date:  7/16/1909

WILLIAM W. MORGAN

Well Known Young Man Dies in Chattanooga Hospital After a Brief Illness.

William W. Morgan, the well known ball player, died Wednesday morning in Chattanooga. He was well known in this city, having been a member of the Cleveland baseball team and was a very heavy hitter and able baserunner.

It is said that Morgan caught a severe cold at Trion, Ga which caused his death. He wore a red uniform which faded on his body when he perspired and after the game he missed his train and consequently had to ride to Chattanooga, a distance of 40 miles in an auto. He did not have a chance to take a bath and remove the stain, for several hours. It is said that the red dye poisoned him. Mr. Morgan, for the past four years had been a clerk in the Chattanooga postoffice, and was a great favorite with his fellow workers.

He is survived by his father, mother, and two sisters, who live in James County. The remains were taken to Ooltewah Wednesday morning, and the funeral services were held at that place Thursday morning at 10 o’clock. A number from this place attended.