70 YEARS AGO

One of Hibs’ “Famous Five”, Lawrie Reilly (above), scored a hat-trick as the Easter Road side won 5-1 against Partick Thistle at Firhill.

Meanwhile, Hearts’ “Terrible Trio” were dishing out a 5-0 thumping to Rangers at Tynecastle. Alfie Conn and Jimmy Wardhaugh both hit doubles, with the other being scored by Willie Bauld.

Hamilton Accies’ boss, Andy Wyllie, thought he’d hit on a novel advantage. His defenders were to wear shorts made from a heavy material, his forwards’ made from lightweight rayon.

Daft? Well, they won promotion to the top flight at the end of the season!