James Finney (21 June 1862 - February 1924) was a top

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swimmer in the 1880s.Thomas, Ralph
Swimming
p. 371 (1904) In 1882, he swam underwater for 340 feet, and also held an English record for staying underwater for 4 min 29.25 sec in 1886.Browne, Hubert Morgan
Sporting and athletic records
p. 294 (1897) Finney toured England and America doing swimming exhibitions through at least 1911, sometimes with his sister Marie, and eventually including his daughters in his performances. He appeared many times at the London Pavilion and elsewhere with his daughters in a tank act. He was the holder of many swimming records. Mr Finney was a popular member of the old Grand Order of Water Rats, and held office in that society. He died in 1924, and his funeral tool place on 9 February 1924. James was 61 years of age.https://e-space.mmu.ac.uk/316646/1/James%20Marie%20Finney%20Family%20Working%20Paper.pdf

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English male swimmers 1862 births 1924 deaths Sportspeople from Stockport {{UK-swimming-bio-stub