About Dickie Smith
Lived 1890 – 1940 (aged 49–50). Dickie Smith was a British association football player.
Career After starting his career with Newcastle Town and Crewe Alexandra, Smith signed for Stoke in 1916 during the war-time season when he was free of army duty. He made his mark during the following season in the 1917–18 season, appearing in 32 regional games, and adding 28 to his tally the following term. When peacetime football returned in 1919 he was regarded as a key member of the first team and went on to make just over 100 league appearances for the "Potters" in three seasons before retiring due to injury in 1922.
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Who was Dickie Smith?
English footballer (1890-1940)
When was Dickie Smith born?
Dickie Smith was born on 1 April 1890 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
When did Dickie Smith die?
Dickie Smith died in 1940.
What was Dickie Smith's occupation?
Dickie Smith was an association football player.
What nationality was Dickie Smith?
Dickie Smith was British.
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