About Arthur Smith
Born 1887. Arthur Smith was a British association football player.
Arthur R. Smith (1887 – after 1914) was an English professional footballer who played as an outside left for Birmingham in the Football League. Born in Stourbridge, Worcestershire, Smith combined football with a career as a schoolteacher. Popularly known as "Nipper", he was renowned for his pace and for his ability to cross the ball early.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Arthur Smith?
English professional footballer (1887-?)
When was Arthur Smith born?
Arthur Smith was born in 1887 in Stourbridge.
What was Arthur Smith's occupation?
Arthur Smith was an association football player.
What nationality was Arthur Smith?
Arthur Smith was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Arthur Smith (footballer, born 1887)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arthur Smith. https://biography.guide/arthur-smith-association-football-player-1887/
MLA: "Arthur Smith." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/arthur-smith-association-football-player-1887/.
Chicago: "Arthur Smith." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/arthur-smith-association-football-player-1887/.
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