James Blair
British association football player
About James Blair
Lived 1883 – 1913 (aged 29). James Blair was a British association football player and association football coach.
James Blair (8 August 1883 – 24 March 1913) was a Scottish professional footballer who played as a half back or inside forward.
Career Born in Dumfries, Blair played for Kilmarnock, Arsenal, Manchester City, Bradford City and Stockport County. For Arsenal, he made 13 appearances in the Football League. For Bradford City, he made 39 appearances in the Football League; he also made three FA Cup appearances.
Suicide Blair committed suicide in 1913.
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Who was James Blair?
British association football player (1883-1913)
When was James Blair born?
James Blair was born on 8 August 1883 in Dumfries.
When did James Blair die?
James Blair died on 24 March 1913 in Dumfries.
What was James Blair's occupation?
James Blair was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was James Blair?
James Blair was British.
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