Oscar John Quinlivan (1897–1949) was an Australian

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footballer who played in the 1920s and 1930s. He played for South Sydney during the club's first golden era.

Playing career

Born at Cundle near

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and one of 12 brothers, Oscar Quinlivan was a or who played for South Sydney for eight seasons between 1923 and 1930. He featured in four grand finals during his career, winning two of them in

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and

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and losing two in 1923 and 1924. He was also a member of the squad that won the 1925 Premiership. He also represented

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in 1922 and 1924. His youngest brother, Alan Quinlivan also played for Souths between 1938 and 1945. Three other brothers: Jack Quinlivan, Clinton Quinlivan and Leon Quinlivan also played with the club.

Death

He died suddenly at his

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home on 21 January 1949, aged 51.Newcastle Morning Herald: "Oscar Quinlivan Dead" 22/01/1949 (page 10)

References

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