Frank Knowles (May 1891 â 20 January 1951) was an English footballer. His regular position was at full back. He was born in Hyde, Cheshire. He played for Manchester United, Stalybridge Celtic, Sandbach Ramblers, Hartlepool United, Manchester City and Queens Park Rangers. During the War he guested for Skelmersdale United, Hyde, Arsenal, Oldham Athletic and Manchester City,