Art Murphy

Arthur Powell Murphy

• Bats Left, Throws Right
• Height 6' 2.5", Weight 180 lb.

• Born May 18, 1898 in Sandpoint, ID USA
• Died November 7, 1977 in Spokane, WA USA

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Biographical Information

First baseman Arthur Murphy played in the minor leagues from 1917 to 1927, according to his obituary, [1] last appearing for the Oakland Oaks of the Pacific Coast League. The only record BR Minors has of him (as Art/Arthur Murphy) is with the 1927 Oaks, going 7 for 31 with a double as a backup. He also played for the Victoria Bees, among other clubs. In 1927, he was the first of two managers for the Ogden Gunners, being replaced by Del Baker partway through the season. He also played for the House of David barnstorming team.

He later served in the Idaho State House of Representatives from 1937 to 1956 and in the state's Senate from 1957 until his death.

His year of birth has also been listed as 1901.[2]

Year-By-Year Managerial Record

Year	Team	League	Record	Finish	Organization	Playoffs	Notes
1927	Ogden Gunners	Utah-Idaho League		--	None	--	Replaced by Del Baker