Robert Murray (Scottish footballer)

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Robert David Murray (27 March 1915, date of death unknown) was a Scottish footballer who played as a forward. Born in Newhaven, Edinburgh, he played for Heart of Midlothian, Manchester United, Bath City and Colchester United.

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  1. "Southern League Honours". Coludaybyday.co.uk.