Joseph Richardson (birth registered July→September 1879 – 19 November 1904) was an English professional

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footballer who played in the 1900s. He played at representative level for

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, and at club level for

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, as a , or , i.e. number 6, or, 7, he was taken ill while travelling by train to play

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at The Boulevard,

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on Saturday 5 November 1904, and died 2-weeks later from pleurisy, and

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.Death Of A Cheshire Halfback - Manchester Courier - November 1904

Background

Joe Richardson's birth was registered in Runcorn district,

, and his death aged 25 was registered in Runcorn district,

Playing career

County honours

Joe Richardson won cap(s) for

while at Runcorn RFC, including; the 3-0 victory over

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at Canal Street, Runcorn on Wednesday 26 October 1904.

References

External links

Search for "Richardson" at rugbyleagueproject.org
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