15 August

Matches

1903: In the opening match of the new season, Acas travelled to Falkirk where they won 5-1.

1914: The first match of the league season versus Rangers, brought out an attendance of 22,000.

1961: In a Scottish League Cup match at Hamilton, visitors, East Stirlingshire hold Acas in a 4-4 draw. Three days later, Ayr United visit Douglas Park in the same competition and another 4-4 game results. On this occasion Willie Forsyth scores all the home goals.

Events

1939: A donation of Two Guineas was received from Sir Harry Lauder, the Directors decided to issue a Complimentary Director's Box Ticket.

1944: There was a request for bonus payments to the players, as the club had had a good year financially, it was under consideration. Walter Rothera of Shawfield Juniors under scrutiny.

1951: The following players were signed, Jimmy Benson from Kilmarnock, Jimmy Paterson, Albion Rovers and Jacky Moyes, Third Lanark.

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