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Princoirs: Official Memoirs of Prince Joe Henry, Ex Negro Leaguer By Sean R. Muhammad March 2009 Submitted for the 12th Annual Jerry Mallow Negro League Conference Pittsburgh, PA
Glove & ball Prince Joe Henry (1930-2009) was born in the historical township of Brooklyn (or Lovejoy as it is affectionately called), IL, where he devoted most of his time and energy. Subsequently, it would be his final resting place as well. His tenure in the Negro Leagues as a polished infielder for the Memphis Red Sox (1950-52) and as a prolific showman for the Indianapolis Clowns, Detroit Clowns and Detroit Stars until the late ‘50s unparalleled. Ultimately, though, he was a husband, father, brother, historian, teacher and friend. He – like so many other talented Negro Leaguers – willingly gave to the world of baseball to the delight and enjoyment of many who simply loved the game dubbed as America’s “favorite pastime”. One could even make a very strong and valid argument that the compensation they received for their services never matched the monetary value of those in the lily-white league – the so-called Major Leagues. When one is capable of displaying exceptional natural ability (or talent), s/he offers a God-given gift to the world. It is indeed an opportunity not to be missed – an opportunity for all to witness the greatness heralded by athletes sporting uniforms resembling those of heroic gladiators. My quest is to present Prince Joe’s unique perspective, which has always displayed the most vivid colors imaginable. His generosity was also legendary. He always gave to anyone in need without trepidation. He always set the best examples for us and exhibited the positive character traits of a humble giant. LONG LIVE THE PRINCE!!! |
