17 August

Matches

1904: A Benefit Match played against Albion Rovers, the beneficiaries were Coatbridge Brass Band.

1944: Accies played their first match at Firhill, it was a League Cup fixture versus Clyde which was won 5-0. The attendance was 942.

Events

1937: The following new signings were announced; Thomas McGhee, an inside right from Blantyre Vics, James McGurk, a full back with Stonehouse Violet and James Park, a wing half from the latter club also. It was agreed to increase the Manager's salary by £2 per week.

1965: The Town Council were thanked for the Civic Reception for the club.

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