Friday 4th September 2015
On This Day in Doncaster History more»1709: Sir Godfrey Copley dies, the organ he donated to St Mary's Church remains at time he died. 1849: The railway line between Retford and Doncaster was first opened at 6pm. 1909: Mexborough's Heavyweight boxer Iron William Hague sensationally knocks out Jim Moir in the 1st round to become England's Heavyweight Champion. 1967: Barnby Dun Station was closed to the general public. 2009: Two brothers in care viciously attack local boys in Edlington in high profile case. |
41 Years Ago Today Fashion presenter Tan France was born in Doncaster.
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