[Brian Van Horn]

Originally Posted by slidekellyslide

Jimmie Foxx's mother was from Maryland...born there, died there. This is wishful thinking. There is nothing that ties Jimmie Foxx to an athletic club in Walton, New York.

https://www.geni.com/people/Martha-F...00048498167899

Dan,

Update:

Jimmie Foxx's mother Mattie Smith from Walton, NY search sentence on Yahoo! AI. Answer that confirms your statement, but supports Walton, New York in upbringing. Attached:

Jimmie Foxx's mother Mattie Smith from Walton, NY

?AI Summary

Jimmie Foxx's mother, Mattie Smith, was from Walton, NY. She played a significant role in his early life, supporting his passion for baseball. Jimmie Foxx, a Hall of Fame first baseman, was born on October 22, 1907, in Sudlersville, Maryland, but his family's roots in Walton contributed to his upbringing.

Background on Mattie Smith

Supportive Role: Mattie encouraged Foxx's athletic pursuits from a young age.
Family Influence: The values instilled by his mother helped shape his character and work ethic.
Jimmie Foxx's Legacy

Baseball Career: Foxx became one of the greatest hitters in baseball history, known for his power and consistency.
Hall of Fame: Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1951, he left a lasting impact on the sport."

Connection established to Walton, NY.

They had relatives in Walton, NY.