COHAM, John 1911-13

Fullname: John A Coham
Born: 12th March 1891
Birthplace: Southampton, England
Died: 4th May 1969, Blackpool, England
Date Signed: c. September 1911
Signed From: Southampton
Position: Inside Forward

Bio: English inside forward who signed for Thistle from Southern League side Southampton in 1911. He had previously seen service with St Paul's, Eastleigh and Bishopstoke. The season after leaving Thistle he joined Dumbarton Harp before re-joining Southampton in 1914. It is thought he worked in the Shipyards.

Key Dates:

  • 16th September 1911 Partick Thistle debut (& first goal) v Hibernian (H), 3-0, 1st Division
  • 24th August 1912 Partick Thistle last goal v Motherwell (H), 1-1, 1st Division
  • 31st August 1912 Partick Thistle Last Appearance v Hibernian (A), 0-1, 1st Division

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