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Derek Stokes had a great start to the season with 8 goals from the first 9 league games including a hat-trick in the 4–2 win against Walsall.

Jim Kerray moved to Newcastle United with experienced striker Len White returning to his native Yorkshire.

His 8 goals in 16 matches propelled Town to the upper reaches of the Division 2.

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