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Jim Johnson

1881 – 1956

New Zealand rugby league footballer

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Lived 1881 – 1956 (aged 74). Jim Johnson was a New Zealand rugby league player.

James Joseph Johnson (25 September 1881 – 5 May 1956) was a New Zealand professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1910s. He played at representative level for New Zealand, and Hawke's Bay, as a forward.

Playing career Club career and Hawke's Bay side In 1911 Johnson played for Ahuriri in the inaugural Hawke's Bay club competition. He played 2 matches for Hawke's Bay, one of which was against Auckland at Victoria Park. He scored a try in a 17-13 loss. He also played one match for Napier against Dannevirke. In 1912 he played for Napier against Danevirke and played in 4 matches for Hawke's Bay against Auckland, Hamilton, New South Wales, and Canterbury. He scored a try against Auckland and another against the New South Wales side, while adding a goal in their match with Canterbury.

International honours Johnson represented New Zealand in 1913 against New South Wales.

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Who was Jim Johnson?

New Zealand rugby league footballer

When was Jim Johnson born?

Jim Johnson was born on 25 September 1881.

When did Jim Johnson die?

Jim Johnson died on 5 May 1956.

What was Jim Johnson's occupation?

Jim Johnson was a rugby league player.

What nationality was Jim Johnson?

Jim Johnson was New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jim Johnson

· Wikidata: Q6195926

· DBpedia: Jim Johnson (rugby league)

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