Birth record of James Nippert from Hamilton County, housed at UC Archives and Rare Books. Explanation of details: the "M" and "W" indicate male and white; the birth date (March 6, 1900); where born (Christ Hospital); father's name and where the father was born (Alfred K., Germany); the mother's name and where she was born (Maud Gamble, Ireland); the father's occupation (attorney) and the attending doctor or midwife (Dr. G.M. Allen).

James Nippert's death certificate. The cause of death is listed as "septicemia following injured left leg. Football Accident." He was buried at Spring Grove Cemetery on Dec. 28, 1923.