"Bonesetter" Reese | |
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| Born | May 6, 1855 |
| Died | November 29, 1931 |
John D. "Bonesetter" Reese (May 6, 1855 – November 29, 1931) was a Welsh-born American athletic trainer in early 20th-century Major League Baseball who was known for his ability to get injured athletes "back in the game". Although he gained wide visibility as the nation's "baseball doctor", Reese reportedly "drew no line between rich and poor patients".[1]
During his long career, the Welsh-born Reese delivered therapy to clients including industrial workers, celebrity athletes, and heads of state.[1] His work brought him considerable recognition within the Welsh-American community during his later years.[2]
At the time of his death, Reese was regarded as a national figure, and his death was marked by The New York Times, which printed a detailed obituary.[3]
- ^ a b "Bonesetter Reese Is Dead At Age Of 76 – Career Ends For Man Who Devoted Life To Ministering To Sufferers". The Youngstown Telegram. November 30, 1931.
- ^ "'Bonesetter' Reese Gets Gorsedd Honor". The Youngstown Vindicator. June 26, 1926.
- ^ "Bonesetter Reese Dies At Age of 76; Was Trained In Native Hills of Cambria In Art of Healing". The New York Times. November 30, 1931. p. 17.