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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 22, 1938
Page
11
Leyland reaches a century as England stare down Australia with a long partnership and a 250 run stand by Hutton and Leyland. Hutton’s 150 helps England stretch to 300, while Worcestershire, Surrey, and Kent post wins in domestic fixtures as the day closes with signs of a potential marathon series ahead.
In a rain interrupted day at the Oval the crowd surged to cheer Hutton and Leyland as Leyland reached 150 in 300 minutes while O'Reilly faced last overs and bowled seven no-balls. The score ended 347 for 1 with Hutton 354 minutes at the crease and not out. Leyland also not out at 1. O'Reilly bowled seven no-balls and McCormick’s bowling shoulder issue noted. The Board of Control announces four day Tests against South Africa.
A heartbroken day at The Oval as England battle Australia with Hutton and Leyland steady the innings while Australian bowlers struggle for variation. McCormick’s absence limits Australia even with Waite and McCabe failing to spark. Yorkshire's cautious approach earns a firm position as England build a lead with 347 in six hours.
Mr G Samuel of Sporta Investors Society told The Star there is a strong possibility Bradman will return to England after the Australian Test tour. The co operative betting group hopes to arrange sports tours and send teams abroad with Bradman as a potential head, while Bradman has yet to discuss terms, noting only a lunch with a society representative.
Darwin officials report the sole hospital and general facilities are inadequate and out of date. Parliament's Public Works Committee led by Mr J Francis visits Darwin to review a proposed new hospital (£84,000) and a new gaol (£42,000). Evidence begins Monday with three weeks of public sessions, aiming to finalize a report for the Speaker.
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August 20 in Adelaide Mr W H Hodgetts junior says Bradman had told him the matter was closed. Hodgetts is associated with Bradman's sharebroking business in Adelaide and tonight disclosed new information about the dispute.
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