On The Ponty End

June 2009

1919 Answers | Football League Response

Ian Wilkinson at 19:32:00 1

Most of you will already be aware of the debacle of 1919 and the bizarre circumstances which prevented Barnsley's automatic promotion to top flight football after the First World War.

I'm pleased to announce that I have a response from the Football League, but unfortunately no further information,

Dear Sir/Madam

Thank you for your email. Although I am not able to answer you questions directly, I would point you in the direction of two organisations that have close historical ties to the Football League:

The National Football Museum, Preston – has a significant amount of historical material on loan from the FL – 01772 908 442.

Lancashire Record Office, Preston – recently took possession of our national archive which, it is hoped, will be available to the public this summer - 01772 533 039.

I would hope that the information you seek is available from one of these sources.

Kind Regards

Customer Services Department
The Football League Ltd

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On The Ponty End.com | The Podcast: Episode 6 - Part 3

Ian Wilkinson at 21:01:00 0

In our popular series, we have the final part of our recent interview with Eric Winstanley. The response we have received from our listeners has been nothing short of magnificent.

We owe a debt of gratitude to the great man himself too. In just one evening we were given a unique opportunity to capture a snapshot of the depth of affection, commitment and love Eric has for Barnsley FC and football in general. Quite literally, we could have continued to talk for days and still we would have only scratched the surface.

So here it is, nearly live from the Legend's Lounge, The Full House, Monk Bretton, Barnsley, we invite you to download and listen to the third and final part of Episode 6.

Amongst further discoveries, find out just how close Eric was to leaving the Super Reds with Viv Anderson.

What is it like to take your hometown club to a final at Wembley Stadium?

Finally, what does Eric think of Nigel Spackman?

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On The Ponty End.com | The Podcast: Episode 6 - Part 2

Ian Wilkinson at 21:25:00 0

We've had a huge response to the first part of our unique interview with Reds' Legend, Eric Winstanley. You've waited patiently, now here is the next instalment.

Nearly live from the Legend's Lounge, The Full House, Monk Bretton, Barnsley, we invite you to download and listen to the second part of Episode 6.

Here we discover why Eric's always ready to go back and help the Super Reds.

Exactly what he really thinks of another Barnsley hero Ronnie Glavin.

Also, we gain an insight in to what really made the difference to the team that won promotion to the Premiership.

It's a further addition to our compendium on the great man's career and association with Barnsley Football Club and it's fans. We give you, Mr Eric Winstanley.. once again.

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OnThePontyEnd.com | Letter to the Football League

Ian Wilkinson at 13:51:00 0

Today, as promised, I submitted a letter requesting further information from the Football League relating to the subject of the 1919 debacle, which failed to see Barnsley FC automatically promoted to the top tier of English Football. The letter reads as follows:

Dear Sir / Madam,

RE: A demand for Justice: How did Barnsley fail to earn promotion in 1919?

In 1919, with the First World War over, expansion of First Division was on the agenda. Fans had been starved of football throughout the war years and the game's popularity was rising rapidly. It was felt there were two logical approaches. Either the two clubs due to be relegated from the first division should stay up, or the clubs that ended third and fourth in the second division should go up. Or there could be a combination – one of the two relegated clubs staying up and the third team coming up.

The top five in division 2 in 1915 were Derby, Preston, Barnsley, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal. The two teams due for relegation from the 1st division were Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea - both London teams.

Surely, 90 years is long enough for the football league to allow all supporters access to the information, relating to that day in 1919? Why were Arsenal promoted to the expanded 1st Division in 1919 when no reasonable method or discussion appears to be apparent?

Football League fans and in particular listeners & readers of OnThePontyEnd.com, respectfully request answers from the Football League.

Yours faithfully,

OnThePontyEnd.com
Dedicated to Barnsley FC and it's fans

During the course of the close-season, I will keep you updated on any development, response or news that I receive on this issue.

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On The Ponty End.com | The Podcast: Episode 6 - Part 1

Ian Wilkinson at 21:04:00 0

This is special edition we've been promising you for quite some time now. It's finally made it on-line for your listening pleasure.

Nearly live from the Legend's Lounge, The Full House, Monk Bretton in Barnsley, we invite you to download and listen to the first part of Episode 6, where our special guest is none other than Reds' stalwart, Mr Eric Winstanley. It's an essential piece of reference for any Reds supporter.

We find out exactly how he occupies his time at present and pose some of the questions that you, our listeners, have been sending in to the team.

Also, we discuss Eric's playing career for Barnsley and life as a player after Oakwell. We open up a flood of memories from Eric, relating to a playing career which included tackling the the "Holy Trinity" of Best, Law and Charlton and his personal battle to save his very young career from extinction, due to a severe injury.

For any enthusiast, this is where we hear a true Legend of the club tell us things that nobody has heard before. Don't just take our word for it - that's what Eric tells us right here in the very latest edition of OnThePontyEnd.com | The Podcast.

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