Jimmy Philp
Scottish footballer
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James Morgan Philp (20 November 1913[1] – March 1998) was a Scottish footballer, who played for St Bernards, Heart of Midlothian, East Fife and Brechin City.[2]
Career
Philp was born in Lumphinnans.[3] His first club was Edinburgh side St Bernards before he joined Hearts.
Philp joined East Fife in 1946/47 and became part of the club's famous half back line of Philp, Finlay and Aitken. [4] Philp was among the players to have played for the club in their successful post war era when they enjoyed creditable league and cup success.[5]
Twenty years after signing for St Bernards, Philp finished his playing career with Brechin City in 1955.
