1895: - The FA Cup was stolen from the window of William Shillcock, who was a boot and shoe manufacturer at his house. The trophy was on show after it had been lent by the holders, Aston Villa.
1930: - Joe Robson transferred to Huddersfield Town from Grimsby Town. The centre-forward in his time at Grimsby had scored 119 League goals in 161matches. A year after joining Huddersfield he broke his leg which virtually ended his career.
1947: - Bob Finan, moved to Crewe Alexandra from Blackpool. The centre-forward had two seasons with Crewe before retiring from League football.
1964: - Plymouth Argyle paid £45,000 for Barrie Jones, the Swansea Town winger.
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