Robison was the owner of the St. Louis Cardinals from 1899 to 1911, along with his brother Frank.

During the 1905 season, he took over as manager of the Cardinals for the final 50 games.

He finished with a managerial record of 19 wins, 31 losses in 50 games.

Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he died in Cleveland, Ohio, where he is interred at Lake View Cemetery.

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