J. Earl Wagner | |
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 Wagner in the 1899 Spalding guide | |
| Born | Jacob Earl Wagner November 6, 1861 York, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | November 11, 1943 (aged 82) |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Businessman |
Jacob Earl Wagner (November 6, 1861 – November 11, 1943) was a businessman from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is primarily known as the owner of various baseball teams during the late 19th century, most notably the original Washington Senators. Along with his brother, George W. Wagner, Wagner owned the Senators from their entry into the National League in 1892 until 1899.