The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
By TheLongside.co.uk
August 14 2009
THIS NEW BOOK WILL BE PUBLISHED IN OCTOBER 2009. 280 pages, A4 large format and profusely illustrated. Publication price is £19. 95, but will be £17. 95 for pre publication orders and these copies will be signed by Jimmy Mac.
Please email me at beehivethomas@aol.com with your name, address, email and phone number, for pre publication orders and these will be forwarded to the publisher. The launch and birthday celebration is at Turf Moor in the James Hargreaves Suite on Friday October 23rd. There is a home game on Saturday 24th against Wigan Athletic, so if you are an out-of-towner why not make it a weekend trip. Jimmy’s birthday will be on the 25th. Tickets for the evening are £5 and include pie and peas, birthday cake, and four 8” x 6” prints of Jimmy Mac. Tickets as soon as available will be obtainable from Dave Thomas on 0113 2555350 or 07961 846636 and also from the Bob Lord Reception desk. It would help enormously if people could get together and tickets were ordered as tables of ten, so that tables can be named and allocated. But if this is not possible then this should not stop you from ordering. Work on this book began in May 2008 before anyone knew that he would be invited to become a Freeman of the Borough or would be awarded a testimonial. As well as coinciding with these events, it also fits in with the 50th anniversary of the 1959/60 Title win. Jimmy Mac was one of the finest inside forwards of the fifties and early sixties. Those of us who saw him play will never forget his sublime skills on pitches that were as often as not mudbaths. On today’s velvet pitches and with the lighter ball he would have been virtually unplayable. Stanley Matthews said that had he been English he would have been an absolute world superstar. Many thanks Dave Thomas |
The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
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Date: 14/08/2009 17:39
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Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 14/08/2009 21:36
The longside have a table of ten (so far) booked.
Any one else who would like to join us on the 23rd jsut post or PM.
£5 a ticket, pie, peas and Jimmy Mac. Should be a good night
Any one else who would like to join us on the 23rd jsut post or PM.
£5 a ticket, pie, peas and Jimmy Mac. Should be a good night
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 14/08/2009 22:35
As chief bottle washer and sorter outer of this evening it would help enormously if tables of ten could be booked with one 'leader' and contact number.
The advantage being that tables of ten can be numbered and allocated...
The advantage being that tables of ten can be numbered and allocated...
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 15/08/2009 07:36
My table has Me, BBC, CnB, TUW, Fred, Manhug, Fulledge and BPC CD.
This table is full, cheers everyone.
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This table is full, cheers everyone.
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Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 15/08/2009 09:14
Cheers Beeb
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 18/08/2009 07:26
Balls!
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 18/08/2009 07:35
What you want to go lc?
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 18/08/2009 12:45
Do a second table...
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 18/08/2009 19:23
Is Jimmy Mac going to be there?
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 18/08/2009 21:14
Quote:BBC 2
The longside have a table of ten (so far) booked.
Any one else who would like to join us on the 23rd jsut post or PM.
£5 a ticket, pie, peas and Jimmy Mac. Should be a good night
Quote:Some Muppet Called LightcliffeClaret
Is Jimmy Mac going to be there?
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 19/08/2009 11:35
Jimmy will be there
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 20/08/2009 12:45
I have to skim read these days, I'm a busy man.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 20/08/2009 17:15
Tickets for the launch events are NOW available from me
beehive thomas @aol dot com
07961 846636
0113 2555350
Bob Lord reception as soon as they have been delivered.
beehive thomas @aol dot com
07961 846636
0113 2555350
Bob Lord reception as soon as they have been delivered.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 20/08/2009 18:39
Can I come for a fiver then?
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 20/08/2009 19:57
No you cannot come for a fiver we have noneto give away... you have to give me a fiver
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 20/08/2009 21:01
Eh?
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 21/08/2009 18:33
Are you in LC?
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Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 22/08/2009 08:42
Yeah, if it's a fiver I'll have two tickets.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 22/08/2009 08:55
Dave can we book a second table please.
If we dont get 20 @ a £5 apeice would people add a quid or two to make up the difference?
Thats 12 people, need another 8
If we dont get 20 @ a £5 apeice would people add a quid or two to make up the difference?
Thats 12 people, need another 8
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 22/08/2009 10:19
Yeah let's get another table on the go.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 22/08/2009 11:01
No prob if it hits 8 thats fine...
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 22/08/2009 11:45
What's the best way to pay Dave, cheque?
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 22/08/2009 11:55
If you want to be part of a LONGS table of 8 or ten what suits me best is for one person to be contact and collect money and then pay me with one cheque...
Beeb/Warren seems to be the man in charge at the minute
Beeb/Warren seems to be the man in charge at the minute
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 22/08/2009 12:02
Dave we have ten, LC will be part of the next ten.
So two Tables please.
At the moment we have Me BBC, Fred, tuw, bpc, CnB, Claretdaz*2, Manhug and fullegde.
The next table starts with LC *2 + Eight more.
It this cool Dave?
So two Tables please.
At the moment we have Me BBC, Fred, tuw, bpc, CnB, Claretdaz*2, Manhug and fullegde.
The next table starts with LC *2 + Eight more.
It this cool Dave?
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 22/08/2009 12:37
Cool baby...
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 23/08/2009 10:16
Sorted then, the above list + Claretmadmick.
so its down to seven, any one else would like to join the tables?
we need 7 more, doesnt have to be posters, ask yer mates.
Longsiders1882 did i text you about it?
so its down to seven, any one else would like to join the tables?
we need 7 more, doesnt have to be posters, ask yer mates.
Longsiders1882 did i text you about it?
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 23/08/2009 10:45
Wonder if Mick will be up for this?
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 27/08/2009 09:55
Tickets for the evening are available from me or from Bob Lord reception... the latter NOT on matchdays... only in the week
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 27/08/2009 16:16
So the tickets for the 10 that BBC 2 has booked a table for,are with you Dave..??
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 27/08/2009 17:37
yes I have plenty of tickets with me... but Beeb has the oprion of collecting from Bob Lord if and when he has the money from everyone
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 28/08/2009 12:13
I can pay immediately, just need the details.
Ta.
Ta.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 28/08/2009 14:42
need to let Beeb2 know if you are wanting to be on aLongisde table... and then get the money to him... Beeb where are you today
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 28/08/2009 17:37
I think he'll know he'll get the money off me,if he pays for me before i see him again.
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Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 28/08/2009 18:57
Woz?
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 29/08/2009 06:42
No problem LC,
Dave i'll get the money for 20 seats to you in the third week of September, and ill collect the £5 of each of the people going on the night.
Still need a few more names.
Anybody else fancy it?
Dave i'll get the money for 20 seats to you in the third week of September, and ill collect the £5 of each of the people going on the night.
Still need a few more names.
Anybody else fancy it?
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 29/08/2009 07:16
okey dokey and can then give you the tickets before the game on Oct 3
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 29/08/2009 08:33
OK Woz, just let us know when you want the cash and I'll put it in Laura's account (I think I've still got the details online from a transfer before).
Or I can send you a cheque if you want it going to another account.
Ta.
Or I can send you a cheque if you want it going to another account.
Ta.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 29/08/2009 21:54
Probably needs to be put on the Thread list,i think most folk tend to overlook the stickies.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 30/08/2009 07:26
Either/Or, LC
Still want the numbers up, and of those already on the list have any friend in mind? has Mick decided to go LC?
Is there anymore on the messageboard who would stup up a £5 and join the party table.
Still want the numbers up, and of those already on the list have any friend in mind? has Mick decided to go LC?
Is there anymore on the messageboard who would stup up a £5 and join the party table.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 30/08/2009 09:50
I won't know about Mick until Tuesday.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 02/09/2009 19:31
Beeb have mailed you... I have three chums who can take places on the second Longside table if that is OK... if the places are available
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 02/09/2009 20:48
Yeah thats great Dave.
Thats 15 so far, just need another 5! No problem
Thats 15 so far, just need another 5! No problem
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 02/09/2009 20:56
I've yet to ask a mate or 2,i forgot to do so.
If too late,no matter.
If too late,no matter.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 02/09/2009 21:01
No that would be great FL, we need another 5 people
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 03/09/2009 13:57
SOLD OUT!
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 03/09/2009 20:31
Cheers Fulledge, all the tickets have now gone, 12 longside, 3 Dave and 5 for Fulledge.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 03/09/2009 20:44
6 INCLUDING ME!????
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 03/09/2009 20:45
yeah, 11 longside and 6 FULLEDGE 
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 03/09/2009 21:03
Thank you!
When do you want the money by.?
Also,is it a Collar & tie jobby or what?
When do you want the money by.?
Also,is it a Collar & tie jobby or what?
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: The Collector (IP Logged)
Date: 03/09/2009 21:05
It's fancy-dress mate.
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I AM ARGUS
King of merge.
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I AM ARGUS
King of merge.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 03/09/2009 21:10
Dress code, is shirt & tie.
I think i hope Dave will comfirm.
Sort money out, in a bit.
I think i hope Dave will comfirm.
Sort money out, in a bit.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 03/09/2009 21:37
well... its not a formal sit down dinner... so "smart casual"
Yours truly will not be wearing a tie... only weddings and funerals...
Yours truly will not be wearing a tie... only weddings and funerals...
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 03/09/2009 21:48
That's more like it..Thanks Dave
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 03/09/2009 22:06
I suppose we could all wear green
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 03/09/2009 23:57
Sorry mate,but i refuse to dress looking like a Leprechaun!
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 05/09/2009 14:37
Confirmation needed !
BBC2 yep
BBC Yep
Cnb Yep
TUW Yep
Fred Yep
Manhug ????????
LC Yep
Coc Yep
cLARETmADmICK Yep (Paid)
Burnleyprogramme collector Yep
ClaretDaz Yep
Fulledge x6 Yep
Dave Thomas x3 Yep
If anyone cant make it let me know. there is two on the list if anyone drops out
BBC2 yep
BBC Yep
Cnb Yep
TUW Yep
Fred Yep
Manhug ????????
LC Yep
Coc Yep
cLARETmADmICK Yep (Paid)
Burnleyprogramme collector Yep
ClaretDaz Yep
Fulledge x6 Yep
Dave Thomas x3 Yep
If anyone cant make it let me know. there is two on the list if anyone drops out
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 05/09/2009 15:07
I take it Dave has got back to you?
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 05/09/2009 15:20
Not as yet, but dont worry.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 06/09/2009 07:45
hello... get back to you... ?
Dave as in me?
Dave as in me?
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 06/09/2009 11:49
I spoke to Beeb about the possibility of another 2 places.
He said he would Email you.
He said he would Email you.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 06/09/2009 13:34
All I know is the latest is 17 from Longside plus my three chums to make up the 20...
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 01/10/2009 07:10
350+ tickets gone
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 01/10/2009 09:48
Good stuff!
There better put plenty of bar staff on for this do,or we'll wreck the joint!
There better put plenty of bar staff on for this do,or we'll wreck the joint!
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 06/10/2009 07:52
I can't make this now, gutted.
I have two tickets for sale if anybody wants them?
I have two tickets for sale if anybody wants them?
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 06/10/2009 12:46
I'M Trying my best for you Bud!
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 06/10/2009 17:57
Cheers mate, trust me to overlook somebody's milestone birthday.
(not our lasses I might add!)
(not our lasses I might add!)
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 06/10/2009 21:56
Asked 4 who i thought would be interested.
3 negs..1 i'm still waiting a reply from..his mrs would go too.
both big Burnley fans.
i only spoke to him on the Mob yesterday too..i'm sure i didn't say anything to upset him.
3 negs..1 i'm still waiting a reply from..his mrs would go too.
both big Burnley fans.
i only spoke to him on the Mob yesterday too..i'm sure i didn't say anything to upset him.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 06/10/2009 22:20
Cheers mate, I appreciate this.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 09/10/2009 08:27
Sorry bud!...All Negative now.i'll keep asking.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: LightcliffeClaret (IP Logged)
Date: 09/10/2009 18:32
OK mate, no worries.
Ta.
Ta.
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: BBC 2 (IP Logged)
Date: 20/10/2009 12:29
Have we a full compliment now???
Re: The New Jimmy McIlroy Biography
Posted by: fulledgelad (IP Logged)
Date: 20/10/2009 19:35
1 Of my oroginal 8 can't come now,unable to sell his ticket,& i don't think any other posters are interested.
I've managed to sell LC's 2 though.
I've managed to sell LC's 2 though.
Jimmy Mac stickies
Posted by: Dave Thomas (IP Logged)
Date: 26/10/2009 15:55
Mods please feel free to remove the Mac stickies...
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