About Jim Kelso
Lived 1910 – 1987 (aged 76). Jim Kelso was a British association football player.
James Kelso (8 December 1910 – 13 March 1987) was a Scottish footballer who played as a defender for Helensburgh, Dumbarton, Bradford Park Avenue, Port Vale, Newport County, Cardiff City, Swindon Town, and Ebbw Vale.
Career Kelso played for Helensburgh, Dumbarton and Bradford (Park Avenue) before joining Port Vale in June 1934.
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Who was Jim Kelso?
Footballer (1910-1987)
When was Jim Kelso born?
Jim Kelso was born on 8 December 1910 in Cardross.
When did Jim Kelso die?
Jim Kelso died on 13 March 1987 in Newport.
What was Jim Kelso's occupation?
Jim Kelso was an association football player.
What nationality was Jim Kelso?
Jim Kelso was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Kelso. https://biography.guide/jim-kelso/
MLA: "Jim Kelso." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-kelso/.
Chicago: "Jim Kelso." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jim-kelso/.
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