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Matches

1985: In the match versus Motherwell there was a four minute stoppage when 2 smoke canisters and a large stone were thrown from the Motherwell end of the ground.

2001: Accies finished the season with a 2-1 defeat at Cowdenbeath. 5th place was achieved in the Second Division. A poor run in the last 2 weeks in February, which resulted in 3 consecutive defeats did not help the cause.

Events

1937: It was agreed to guarantee an amount of £200 for a benefit to Davie Wilson. Sheffield Wednesday enquire about Bertie Harrison. Fee set at £3,750. Plymouth Argyle show an interest in Davie Wilson. Advised to put in an offer.

1937: Following the death of the assistant trainer, Jimmy Dargue, who was also a former player, it was decided to interview John Ayres, George Oliver, Robert Stewart and Thomas Morgan with a view to filling the post.

1977: Rikki Ferguson turned out for the Scotland Under 21 side at Sheffield against England. The hosts won 1-0.

1979: Manager, Mr Davie McParland, advised the Board of his efforts in involving local youth. He was pleased with the reserve team, it was the only way for Accies to succeed.

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Deaths

1992: Jamie Bulloch who was Accies captain in the 1935 Scottish Cup Final died in Germany at the age of 83.

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