Edward Jack Butcher (28 October 1914 – 26 February 1978) was a player for

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and

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in the VFL between 1938 and 1945. He was a left-footer who could play in many different positions, but played his best football at half-back. Butcher played several seasons for Geelong and, when Geelong were forced into recess due to

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, he crossed to South Melbourne. After Geelong rejoined the league, Butcher returned and captained the club in 1944 and 1945. He retired during the 1945 season. Geelong Football Club Honour Roll

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* 1914 births 1978 deaths Geelong Football Club players Sydney Swans players Australian rules footballers from Victoria (state) {{AFL-bio-1914-stub