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James O’Rourke’s House

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Facts:

Location:
Pembroke St
Bridgeport, CT
Notes:
Built in 1851.
Former Home of Jim "The Orarator" O'Rourke, Baseball Hall of Famer.

It was the only structure left standing between I-95 and Stratford Av until it was demolished on June 15, 2009.

Also see, James O'Rourke's Grave, James O'Rourke Statue Unveiling and Dedication, and James O'Rourke Statue.

James O'Rourke, known as "The Orator" for his clever and robust use of the English language is Bridgeport, CT's only Baseball Hall of Famer. He played in the 1870s through 1900. and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1945. He holds the distinction of getting the first hit in the first game of the National League on April 22, 1876.

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