Princoirs: Official Memoirs of Prince Joe Henry, Ex Negro Leaguer

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I began to develop a very profound liking of words and etymology and a more professional, canny and crafty way of writing. I see it as a gift from God from The Heavens to my fingertips.

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To be sure, I think this time of putting one of the crafts I love most music on hold has allowed me to develop into a more well-rounded individual. Now, I can better express myself.

However, to know these great men and women who paved the way for many of the professional athletes today to enjoy the monetary value and luxuries of what America has to offer is HIGHLY important. This history connects us directly to the greatness of people, who had to suffer through Jim Crow Laws, etc. One of the things that William C.

He forces us to see the reality of the existence of a system akin to chattel slavery, whereas Black athletes are isolated from their backgrounds and used to maximize profit. Those who do NOT have the best interests of the Black community at heart would rather see it continue this way; they know that when people are connected to their personal history, understand and know the greatness of their respective heritage, they are a lot less likely to be used as tools and fools, they are a lot less likely to repeat mistakes of the past and they are well-educated enough to the point they are not duped into foolish acts, etc.

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How has project enhanced your relationship and understanding of your grandfather? I am so thankful to Allah that my grandfather was able to witness the completion of the project and saw in come into fruition last summer, before his passing in early January of this year.

He was so elated to see this being done, and he was able to enjoy several months of its success before he returned to The Essence. In many ways, I feel like I have become a vessel or somewhat like a portal carrying his spirit. I have begun a very strong campaign to preserve his legacy by traveling to various cities, schools and universities, etc.

I have also decided to create an official clothing apparel line bearing his official signature. His signature Clown Prince Joe batting pose will be used as the official logo of the clothing line. It is very amazing to see the elation of the faces of the many different nationalities of people that may have heard his story in their studies of Negro League history.

If anything, I think this project allowed me to get closer to my grandfather and even learn to appreciate him more for the sacrifices, etc. Upon learning that I was in the final stages of compiling a book on the story of his life, he told me these words that I remember so well: You talk about the battle to get your grandfather a pension from MLB.

What were some of the challenges and how did it turn out? I know, because I was the one that went through the tedious task of completing the nearly page application to obtain his pension.

In , I decided to — unbeknownst to Mr. Henry played in the league. Your grandfather is a local legend. What has been the biggest lesson he has taught you? He would say this was the one thing or gift that God gave us all that nobody could take away from us.

If used properly, we could accomplish whatever we willed. He also taught me the importance of family and to be independent as a man. He was a very humble and wise man. I could not answer that. You would have to ask them. Ted Savage, who knew Mr. Henry well and has a ballpark named after him in Mr. Guests can bid on baseball memorabilia in silent and oral auctions while enjoying gourmet versions of stadium food and beverages.

Some of the auction items include a signed, framed Lou Brock jersey, a seatback from the old Busch Stadium signed by all of the St. Louis Cardinals baseball tickets and much more.

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