Bill Hinton
English footballer (1895-1976)
William Frederick Weston Hinton (25 December 1895 – 1976) was an English professional footballer who played for Swindon Town, Bolton Wanderers, Tottenham Hotspur.
Football career
Hinton joined his local club Swindon Town but didn't make a first team appearance. In 1920 the goalkeeper joined Bolton Wanderers where he played in 34 matches between 1920 and 1923. Hinton signed for Tottenham Hotspur in 1924 where he featured in 64 matches in all competitions for the Lilywhites. After leaving White Hart Lane he returned to Swindon Town in 1928 where he ended his playing career.
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