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Chatham Cup Match
In the elimination series for Chatham Cup representation, Eastern Union defeated Thistle in an exciting match at Childers Road reserve, when these pictures were taken.
Wizard of Oz shapes are assumed by participants in this piece of play outside the Thistle goal. John Sale (left), the Thistle goalie, has just cleared. Bill Hinton, Thistle right fullback (centre) is putting on the brakes, while Tony Moynihan, the Union outside left, veers away. Coming up is Thistle centre half, Sam Stockford.
Some idea of the power and skill which makes Ian Gillies a potential danger to any team playing Union is conveyed by this picture, taken as Ian shoots for goal. At left is Thistle goalie Sale, while at right Sam Stockford races past Bill Hinton, seated on ground.
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