James Smith (footballer, born 1873)

James Smith (born 1873; date of death unknown) was a footballer who played for Kilmarnock and Burslem Port Vale in the 1890s.

Career
Smith played for Kilmarnock before joining the English club Burslem Port Vale in September 1894. He bagged a goal on his debut – a 4–4 draw with Newcastle United at the Athletic Ground on 6 October. He was a regular for the 1894–95 season, claiming five goals in 20 Second Division games, but was released in March 1895.

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