Summary

Rules of Sheffield United Mechanics (1866)

A goal cannot be obtained by free kick from a catch. When the ball is in touch, the side that first touches it must bring it to the edge of the touch at the place where it went in, and throw it straight out at least six yards, and it must touch the ground before coming in contact with any player, except it be kicked out at the goal-sides, then it must be taken to the corner-flag and thrown in.
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Rules of Sheffield United Mechanics (1866)

Charging is fair in case of a place kick (with the exception of a kick-off) as soon as the player offers to kick; but he may always draw back, unless he has actually touched the ball with his foot. Pushing with the hands is allowed, but no hacking or tripping up is fair under any circumstances whatsoever. No player may be held or pulled over.
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Rules of Sheffield United Mechanics (1866)

Kick-off from middle must be a place kick. Kick out must not be more than ten yards out of goal. Fair catch is a catch from any player, provided the ball has not touched the ground or been thrown direct from touch and entitles to a free-kick.
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