Charles Fleming (5 April 1868 - 13 November 1948) was a

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player. He was the 37th

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of the

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. His regular playing position was Centre.

Rugby Union career

Amateur career

Fleming went to Fettes College and captained the rugby union side. Fleming then played for

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, while at

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. Fleming played for London Scottish. Fleming played for

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Provincial career

Fleming was due to play for

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in 1892 against Cities District but the match was called off. Fleming turned out for the Provinces District against Cities District on 28 December 1895. It was remarked that the snow affected his game.

International career

Fleming played three times for

between 1896 - 97.

Referee career

Fleming became a referee. He refereed a North of Scotland District versus Midlands District match in 1903. Fleming refereed in the Border League in 1910.

Administrative career

Fleming became the 37th President of the Scottish Rugby Union. He served one year from 1910 to 1911.

Cricket career

Fleming played cricket at

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. He played cricket at Oxford University for Mr. A. J. H. Cochrane's side.

References

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