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Rothwell Marlor

1893 – 1954

English rugby league footballer

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About Rothwell Marlor

Lived 1893 – 1954 (aged 60–61). Rothwell Marlor was a British rugby league player.

Rothwell Marlor (second ¼ 1893 – second ¼ 1954 ), also known by the nickname of "Rod", was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1910s and 1920s. He played at representative level for England, and at club level for Salem Rangers ARLFC (in Salem, Oldham) and Oldham, as a or .

Background Rothwell Marlor's birth was registered in Oldham, Lancashire, and his death aged 60–61 was registered in Oldham, Lancashire, England.

Playing career Championship final appearances Marlor played at in Oldham's 2-13 defeat by Wigan in the Championship Final during the 1921–22 season at The Cliff, Broughton on Saturday 6 May 1922.

County Leagues appearances Marlor played in Oldham's victory in the Lancashire League during the 1921–22 season.

Challenge Cup Final appearances About Rothwell Marlor's time, there was Oldham's 16-3 victory over Hull Kingston Rovers in the 1925 Challenge Cup Final during the 1924–25 season at Headingley, the 3-9 defeat by Swinton in the 1926 Challenge Cup Final during the 1925–26 season at Athletic Grounds, Rochdale, and the 26-7 victory over Swinton in the 1927 Challenge Cup Final during the 1926–27 season at Central Park, Wigan.

County Cup Final appearances About Rothwell Marlor's time, there was Oldham's 5-7 defeat by Warrington in the 1921 Lancashire Cup Final during the 1921–22 season at The Cliff, Broughton, Salford on Saturday 3 December 1921, and played at in the 10-0 victory over St Helens Recs in the 1924 Lancashire Cup Final during the 1924–25 season at The Willows, Salford on Saturday 22 November 1924.

International honours Marlor won caps for England while at Oldham in 1921 against Wales, and Other Nationalities.

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Important facts

Born
1893, Oldham
Birth century
Died
1954, Oldham
Occupation

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Rothwell Marlor?

English rugby league footballer

When was Rothwell Marlor born?

Rothwell Marlor was born in 1893 in Oldham.

When did Rothwell Marlor die?

Rothwell Marlor died in 1954 in Oldham.

What was Rothwell Marlor's occupation?

Rothwell Marlor was a rugby league player.

What nationality was Rothwell Marlor?

Rothwell Marlor was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Rothwell Marlor

· Wikidata: Q7370525

· DBpedia: Rothwell Marlor

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