John N. Avery (February 16, 1913 – January 10, 1977) was an

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in the

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. He played with the

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in 1946, 1947 and 1948. __TOC__

Early life and career

Prior to his Negro league career, Avery pitched for the Colored All-Stars of

Plainfield, New Jersey Plainfield is a city in Union County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, known by its nickname as "The Queen City."

in 1936, and for the Marino A.C. of Plainfield from 1941 through 1942. During the latter season, he also played second base in at least one game.Courier News staff (August 3, 1942)
"Marinos Win Over Stars, 10-2"
''The Courier News. p. 13. Retrieved October 30, 2021. In 1954, Avery managed the Plainfield Barons of the City Twilight Baseball League.

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