About Bill Mellor
Lived 1886 – 1938 (aged 52). Bill Mellor was an association football player.
William Gladstone Mellor (3 April 1886 — 21 July 1938) was an English footballer who played as a goalkeeper.
Career Mellor began his sporting career in rugby league, playing for Barrow. In 1908, Mellor made the switch to football, signing for Carlisle United. In 1910, Mellor joined Norwich City. In January 1914, Mellor signed for Newcastle United for a fee of £765. At Newcastle, Mellor made 25 appearances in all competitions, appearing 23 times in the First Division.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill Mellor?
English footballer (1886-1938)
When was Bill Mellor born?
Bill Mellor was born on 3 April 1886 in Stockport.
When did Bill Mellor die?
Bill Mellor died on 21 July 1938 in Barrow-in-Furness.
What was Bill Mellor's occupation?
Bill Mellor was an association football player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill Mellor (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Mellor. https://biography.guide/bill-mellor-association-football-player/
MLA: "Bill Mellor." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-mellor-association-football-player/.
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