1969 Springbok Demo, Rabies Scare and More Made the News 40 Years Ago

South Wales Echo › October 27, 2009

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Seven anti-apartheid demonstrators were routed by Dai John, aged 61, general secretary of Richmond Athletic Ground.

Soon after the 30-strong South African rugby party had started their session, the demonstrators raced on the pitch with banners.

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1969 Springbok Demo, Rabies Scare and More Made the News 40 Years Ago

As soon as the demonstrators went on the pitch, Mr John moved into action. A former Swansea player and first class referee, he brought one down with a rugby tackle and then proceeded to rip up posters and then smashed one placard over his leg. He shouted: "Get out....

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