* May 5, 1906 Joplin, Mo
† 1960 New Orleans La.

As a brass band musician he played with: Eureka Brass Band

He joined the Eureka after his career with Count Basie, Bennie Moten and Walter Page. In the 50's he played in dance bands led by Kid Thomas. 16

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Sources (brassband history):
16 New Orleans Jazz, family album by Al Rose and Edmond Souchon