De Benneville Bell
1895 February 25–1959 October 11
Transcription
Bert Bell 1895–1959
National Football League Commissioner, 1946–1959. Popularized professional football; elevated its ethical standards. Eagles owner; Steelers part-owner. Resided in Narberth. Frequented Davis's store here to discuss sport with local people, coaches, athletes.
Updated September 1, 2025.
U. S. Census
| Census | Age | Race | Gender | Marital | Relation | Address | Immigrated | Birthplace | Father's | Mother's | As transcribed | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | 55 | White | Male | Married | Head | 323 Haverford Ave. | Pennsylvania | De Benneville Bell | 323 Haverford | ||||
Census Households
| Census | Name | Relation | Age | Own | Race | Marital | Birthplace | Business | Trade | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | De Benneville Bell | Head | 55 | White | Married | Pennsylvania | Nat Football League | Commissioner & Pres. | ||
| Frances J Bell | Wife | 42 | White | Married | New York | |||||
| John B Bell | Son | 14 | White | Never | Pennsylvania | |||||
| George U Bell | Son | 12 | White | Never | Pennsylvania | |||||
| Jane Bell | Daughter | 8 | White | Never | Pennsylvania | |||||
| Margaret Browne | Maid | 66 | White | Never | Ireland | Private Home | Nurse for Children |