John Joseph Hawcridge (28 September 1863 – 1 January 1905), also known by the

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of the "Artful Dodger", was an English

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footballer who played in the 1880s. He played at representative level for

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, and at club level for Bradford F.C., as a three-quarter, i.e.

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. Prior to Tuesday 27 August 1895, Bradford F.C. was a

club, it then became a rugby league club, and since 1907 it has been the

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(soccer) club Bradford Park Avenue.

Background

Joe Hawcridge was born in

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, and he died aged 41 in San Francisco, United States.

Playing career

Joe Hawcridge won caps for

while at Bradford F.C. in 1885 against Wales, and Ireland.

Personal life

Hawcridge married Helena Jane Wilkinson in 1888 in

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district.

References

External links

Search for "Hawcridge" at rugbyleagueproject.orgSearch for "Hawkridge" at rugbyleagueproject.orgPhotograph "The "Artful Dodger" - The Robbie Paul of the 1880s - Date: 01/01/1885" at rlhp.co.uk
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