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She was the first woman to qualify as a billiards and snooker referee, at a time when only around 200 men held the same qualification. At the Boy's
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organised the world championship, with the same trophy used in the 1930 British Women's
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In 1906, Collins played two series of billiards exhibition matches against "Madame
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Collins became a billiards instructor at the Lyceum Ladies Club. As of
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was formed in 1931, Collins was one of four professional players appointed to a committee to organise the professional championships, along with
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In 1930, Collins was the losing finalist in the
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finished 7–5 in favour of Madame
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each year from 1930 to 1937, but did not play in 1938, possibly due to her other commitments as a coach and referee.
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plays Mr Frank Smith in a Billiard Match in aid of comfort for mine sweepers, 16 February 1918
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