In 1921, Wilson was appointed as an American League umpire by Ban Johnson.

In the late 1890s, the Western League run by the fiery Ban Johnson decided to challenge the National League's position.

After several failures and reorganizations, the most notable version of the league was organized by Ban Johnson on November 20, 1893.

Along with Ban Johnson, Charles Comiskey purchased the Western League in 1892.

Their actions antagonized Ban Johnson, garnering them the nickname "the Insurrectos".

The WL had reorganized itself in November, 1893, with Ban Johnson as President.

He served as a physician to baseball notables such as Ban Johnson.

The trades between them, which antagonized Ban Johnson, garnered them the nickname the "Insurrectos".

McRoy served as secretary of the American League under Ban Johnson.

He was recognized by Ban Johnson, who had police escort Sullivan out of the stadium.