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Signed
postcard - Joe Tucker, 4th April 1933.
(WRM 0668) This is a 'first cap' photo of Joe Tucker of Pontypool winning his Under 15 Welsh Schools cap. Wales played England at Plymouth winning 15 pts to 3pts The other team members were: We would like to say a big THANK YOU to Ray Evans for the above information. |
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This large hand written poster is for the 2nd Neath YMCA Youth annual sevens tournament. The YMCA Youth went on to become Neath Athletic RFC. The tournament was played on the Gnoll on the 16th April, year unknown, probably early 1950s. (WRM-0664) |
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We have recently acquired for the museum an original drawing of the legendary Rees Stephens by local artist Haydn Ford. For more information on these two rugby personalities please click on the links below. |
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Rugby Relics were delighted last week to help out Ken Daniell, the former Gloucester centre three-quarter with a programme of a match in which he had played. Ken appeared in the cherry & white hoops of Gloucester for three seasons following the second world war. The illustrated programme and newspaper cuttings are of a match at Richmond where Gloucester defeated the home side 15-3. Ken had an exceptionally good game scoring the only try of the match. His tackling was also noted in the Sunday Times report "Much of the tackling particularly tat of K Daniell in the Gloucester centre was excellent. The headline 'brilliant play at stand-off' relate to one of Neath's favourite sons Willie Jones, who was stationed near Gloucester while in the RAF. We wish Ken & Mrs Daniell continued good health as they approach their diamond wedding anniversary. |
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Victorian Cheroot holder |
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A recent addition to our museum is this Victorian cheroot holder in the shape of a footballer's leg. In the early days of rugby smoking was actually encouraged by some teams as a form of relaxation. However, this exhibit is of interest to us because it shows in detail the type of footwear used by the Victorian rugby player. Note the bars across the sole of the boot (not studs) and it's height, almost calf length. For more information on the development of the rugby boot. (WRM-0565) |
Baines of Bradford Neath card, circa 1890s, this is the second example we've seen with J Davies as the player insert (WRM-0 |
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Northern Military XV v Mr Walter Rees Welsh International XV 20th May 1916, wartime charity match played at Goodison Park, home of Everton FC. An official Everton FC programme for this match. The Northern Military XV is a mixture of both Union & League players, there are several legends in the side include Harold Wagstaff, Ben Gronow (ex Welsh International) & Charlie Seeling (ex 1905 All Blacks). The Welsh International XV is made up of mostly Swansea (5), Aberavon (3) and Neath (TC Lloyd, Mog Lloyd, D Hopkins) players. (WRM-0653) |
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Ireland v Wales 1950 steward's ribbon & complete match ticket (WRM-651/2) |
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Gareth Edwards Tribute Dinner 31st August 2007, dinner menu signed to the front by Gareth Edwrads, Derek Quinnell, Steve Fenwick, John Dawes, Barry John & Tommy David + 3 others. (WRM-0645) |
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Where east meets west, the Castle Hotel in Neath, the Welsh Rugby Union was founded here in March 1881, this postcard, a photograph by Harry Jones of Windsor Rd is dated 1906 and was sent from Neath to London.(WRM-0593) |
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THE GIANTS COLLIDE |
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(12" x 9" = 30cm x 23cm) Postcards issued by the Western Mail
relating to the Wales v NZ 1905 match. Both photos are overprinted with
'Read the Evening Express" in red on the bottom left hand corner. The
cards are numbered 224 (NZ) and 228 (Wales). The only other 'giant
postcard' we have seen in this series is that of Welsh captain Gwyn
Nicholls, CLICK HERE to
view this. Further information is sought on these cards.
WRM-0595-Q1. - What was the criteria for receiving these cards, were they a free inclusion with the newspaper ? WRM-0595-Q2. - What other cards exist in this series WRM-0595-R1. - Further research required - Western Mail Nov 1905 - Jan 1906 |
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| For more information on Wales v New Zealand 1905 - CLICK HERE |
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Continuing on the theme of Giant Postcards, it looks as though the 'News of the World' jumped on the bandwagon with a Giant postcard of the 1906 Springboks. WRM-0597 |
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Photo of Neath Supporters Club 1931-2 the photo is by Harry Jones, 8 Windsor Rd, Neath:
Top Row:- Fred Williams (Vice-President), J. M. Parker, W. Cooper, T. George,
T. J. Youatt. Inspired by former Welsh international Glyn Stephens (seated front, second from left) this band of tireless workers are responsible for raising enough cash to build the first clubhouse, below is an extract from the Neath club history published in 1936/7 season. "
A programme of this character would be incomplete without reference to the
remarkable achievements of the Neath Rugby Supporters' Club, who are responsible
for its publication. Formed in 1930, this young but virile offshoot of the
premier club has worked untiringly and ensured the continued success of the
parent body. The full details of the social and financial efforts cannot be told
here, but all those who have played their part in its development are gratefully
thanked. In 1932 the Supporters' Club took the initiative in a scheme which had
been the subject of much talk for the past 30 years, namely the provision of
accommodation for the players and a pavilion. This building was erected at a
cost of £1,542, and when £1,000 had been wiped out the pavilion was handed
over to the premier club, free of all liabilities, and leaving the Supporters to
clear £400 plus interest, a task which was accomplished in 1935. Apart from
this outstanding effort the Supporters have also assisted the premier club with
handsome donations, and by their whole-hearted endeavours increased the
membership to 1,000. Donations have been made to outside organisations, and
senior and schoolboy internationals in the town in recent years have been
presented with framed photographs of themselves. Members have also voluntarily
carried out repair and painting work on the ground. |
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Plaque 'presented to Rees Stephens by the Neath Rugby Supporters Club on his retirement from the game' WRM-0592 |
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CARDIFF ARMS PARK - THE LONGEST KICK |
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1st February 1986 - Cardiff Arms Park The crowd thought him mad, the media ‘ambitious’ only one man was certain he could do it. 70 yards 8 ½ inches (64.65 metres) was the distance of the penalty that Paul Thorburn kicked against Scotland in 1986. The longest successful kick at goal in the history of Welsh International Rugby. This was one of 5 penalty goals kicked by the Neath legend as Wales went on to defeat Scotland by 22 points to 15. Pictured above is the ball that 'flew' that astounding distance while below you will find more photos of the ball and a picture of the boots with which he kicked that incredible goal. These are together with a 'printers' plate of the article that featured the kick in the Western Mail of the following week. The boots and printer's plate were loaned by Paul Thorburn to the Neath Rugby 125 exhibition held to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the founding of the WRU in Neath. The ball is now a treasured exhibit in the World Rugby Museum collection. (WRM-563) |
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Mitre Multiplex ball signed by Neath team circa 1990s, signatures include, Barry Williams, Jeff Bird, Paul Thorburn, Huw Woodland, Chris Higgs, Brian Williams, Gareth Llewllyn, Glyn Llewellyn, Andrew Thomas, Arwel Thomas, Steve Wiliams. (WRM 0583) |
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Acme Thunderer whistle - circa 1950s. (WRM 0568) |
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| The Pride of Lions 1971, a 36 page booklet published in 1996 by the 'Wooden Spoon Society for the 25th anniversary tour of the 1971 Lions. Edited by Duncan Gardiner there are some wonderful stories from the tour, in depth explanation of the 'Sunday School', a glossary of Loinspeak etc etc (WRM-0466) | |
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John Dawes sums up the tourists and the off the field activities |
Bob 'Boss' Hiller on the Front Row Union and other groups. David Duckham on Chico Hopkins and flying. |
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The original artwork by Jeff Giggs for the booklet, each illustration is A4 in size
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| John Bevan (WRM-0456) | Sandy Carmichael (WRM-0457) | David Duckham (WRM-0459) | Mike Gibson (WRM-0458) | Bob Hiller (WRM-0460) | Chico Hopkins (WRM-0461) | Arthur Lewis (WRM-0463) | Willie John McBride (WRM-0462) | John Taylor (WRM-0464) | Doug Smith (WRM-0465) |
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A great 8 page card invitation & programme produced for the Wellington post-match 'Ball' held at the Wellington Town Hall. The inside has a marvellous pop up Lion's head which gives this wonderful piece of 1959 tour memorabilia a great individual feel. Illustrated throughout by cartoonist Nan Kivell. In excellent condition, the invitation is made to Mr REG (Dickie) Jeeps & Partner. (WRM-0426) |
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1904 British tour. - A hand drawn cartoon of a kangaroo titled "Well it's hard luck that an Australia Kangarooter is to be beaten by the BUSH. The 'Bush' relates to Percy Bush to whom this cartoon belonged. The artist looks to be A Azidet (Ref: WRM-481) |
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Lewis Jones original artwork by Haydn Ford. |
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A collection of memorabilia relating to a share issue by Liverpool Stanley Rugby League Club belonging to Joseph Porter 1889 - 1964, (pictured in 2nd illustration.) - WRM-Rl-Mi-F92-32 |
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Irish International jersey worn against the All Blacks in 1954. The jersey was swapped with All Black Bill Clark, we believe it to be worn by JS McCarthy but need to confirm this. |
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Neath RFC alternative colours shirt, worn by former Neath & Wales captain Paul Thorburn - WRM-Ne-Jy-ZC103-15 |
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Neath RFC alternative colours shirt, WRM-Ne-Jy-ZC103-05 |
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Neath RFC jersey - WRM-Ne-Jy-ZC103-04 |
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Scrapbook of newspaper cuttings from 1963/4 All Blacks in Wales |
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Neath RFC try poster - circa 2000 |
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Rees Stephens journal No. 2 |
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Neath/Aberavon v Waratahs 1927 programme |
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IRELAND - 1932 CHAMPIONSHIP WINNING TEAM
IRISH team (v Wales 1932) autographed sheet. A signed Esplanade Hotel* headed notepaper with 17 signatures, (15 of the team and two travelling reserves). The players who have signed the sheet are EJ Lightfoot, SL Waide, EOD Davy, CJ Hanrahan, W McC Ross, EC Ridgeway, VJ Pike, Teddy Hunt, GR Beamish, MJ Dunne, JAE Siggins, MP Crowe, PF Murray, JL Farrell, Noel Murphy (senior) + reserves CRA Graves (15 caps 1934 onwards and 1938 British Lions) + 1 other reserve not yet identified. This was a championship year for Ireland, the first for 20 years. After losing against England at home, Beamish's men travelled to Edinburgh where they secured their 4th successive victory in Scotland, they triumphed there 20 - 8. Then to Cardiff where Wales were lining up for the Triple Crown. In the previous two championships, 1930 & 1931 Wales had denied the Irish of Triple Crowns on both occasions, it was poetic justice that Ireland conquered the men in scarlet by 12 points to 10, scoring 4 tries in the process, a record try count in Wales. The autograph sheet is mounted together with........... The Esplande Hotel, Porthcawl was the traditional headquarters of Wales' opponents up until about 1980, we have seen several examples of signed headed notepaper of teams who have stayed at this hotel during the period. |
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| Various Long Playing records containing Welsh music, match commentaries etc |
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| WRM-Ne-Cp-ZC103-1921-22 | WRM-Ne-Cp-ZC103-1926-7 | WRM-Ne-Cp-ZC103-1923 |
| The Neath & Glamorgan caps of Arthur Morgan, we are not sure what the cap on the right is but it is believed to have also belonged to Arthur Morgan. Arthur Morgan is thought to have served in the Royal Flying Core in Egypt for 4 to 5 years. Any further information on this player would be appreciated. | ||
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| Scrum cap - 1960s - Ref: WRM-Eq-Mi-ZC103 |
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Piece of Cardiff Arms Park turf taken back to New Zealand by All Black forward Ken Gray as a memento of the All Blacks victory over Wales in 1967. The piece of turf was given to New Zealand journalist Peter Sellars. (WRM-0365) |
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1971 British Lions No 6 jersey that belonged to Derek Quinnell. Quinnell has the distinction of being capped by the Lions before he earned his Welsh Cap as a replacement in 1972. He played in the third test at Wellington where Carwyn James brought him in to 'look after' Sid Going on the blind side. The Lions won this test 13-3 to go into a 2-1 lead in the series. The fourth test was a draw game and so the 1971 Lions became the only British team ever to win a test series in New Zealand. There is slight discolouration to the front of the jersey, a small hole to the front and minor damage to collar. |
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Part of a dinner menu card probably for the Manchester v Glasgow Academicals match at Whalley Range on 1st March 1880. The card has been cut to retain the illustration which would have been on the cover of the menu card. This shows a group of onlookers including a policeman studying a poster for the match. This card was part of a collection of 1880 Glasgow fixture cards and tickets of this period. A delightful illustration, admission for the match was 6d but ladies were free. Ref: WRM- F33 - |
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