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John Somer

1891 – 1939

Australian rules footballer

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About John Somer

Lived 1891 – 1939 (aged 48). John Somer was an australian rules football player.

John Arthur Somer (22 April 1891 – 17 September 1939) was an Australian rules footballer who played with St Kilda and Collingwood in the Victorian Football League (VFL).

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Also known as
John Arthur Somer

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Somer?

Australian rules footballer

When was John Somer born?

John Somer was born on 22 April 1891 in Sale.

When did John Somer die?

John Somer died on 17 September 1939 in Prahran.

What was John Somer's occupation?

John Somer was an australian rules football player.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Somer

· Wikidata: Q18641619

· DBpedia: John Somer (footballer)

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