Bobby Cargo


Robert J. Cargo was a former professional baseball shortstop who played two games for the 1892 Pittsburgh Pirates. He remained active in the minor leagues through 1903. He died of pneumonia in 1904, which he contracted during his playing career.

Early life

Robert J. Cargo was born on October 1, 1868 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Robert and Martha Cargo. At the 1880 United States Census, Robert Sr. worked as a "stockdealer", while Martha was unemployed, with her occupation listed as a "kh" . The family lived in the 11th Ward of Pittsburgh.