23 April

Matches

1881: Rangers (Shields XI) were the visitors.

1904: The Final of the Lanarkshire Cup was contested between Acas and Airdrieonians at Meadow Park, Whifflet before an assembly of 10,000. Acas wore maroon on this occasion and lost 1-0. However, Acas were awarded the Lanarkshire Cup after a dispute. Acas had protested and Airdrieonians did not appear for the replay.

1987: Icelandic club, IB Keflavik were the visitors when the new floodlighting system was switched on. The cost was £50,000.

Events

1906: Three players, Peter McIntyre, Finlay McLean and Harry McIlvenny were chosen to play in Second Division side to face a First Division XI in a Benefit Match for the dependants of the late William McMillan, who had been a goalkeeper with Arthurlie. The cause of death was said to be lockjaw.

1968: Manager Andy Paton to leave the club on 4th May. John Crines to take charge meantime. The Town Clerk of East Kilbride to be contacted re informal talks.

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