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Newton Jacomb

DOB: Unknown
Died: Unknown

From: ?

1859 and 1864 player. Also played for Richmond, South Yarra and University in 1860.

Broke his leg in the 1864 game against Eastern Hill-Royal Park.

Actual initials were TN but he was also known as John.

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Pre-VFL Players

Notes
Died before 1927. Previously thought to have also played for Carlton but this is incorrect. This article suggests he's the first player known to have broken his leg in a game.

Created by Supermercado. Last Modification: Friday 25 August 2023 23:04:20 AEST by Supermercado. (Version 8)

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