Death of a Test Cricketer Penn Ledging England Fielding
The death of Frank Penn in England in January marks the passing of a famed amateur and England batsman from the 1870s era. Penn, born March 7 1851 in Lewisham, helped England risk a tour victory with 56 at Sydney and a decisive 2 not out at The Oval in 1880. He later served as president of Kent County Cricket Club in 1905 and was noted for his fielding and pace bowling.
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Notable cricket figures and billiards in early 20th century notes
The American Cricketer digest highlights B Jang as a versatile player in cricket and billiards, with exhibition bouts at Regent Hilliard Academy in Philadelphia. It recalls Aubrey Smith and Major Douglas, notes the death of Captain J W Nason, and praises Sam Apted as a pivotal groundsman at Kennington Oval, detailing his influence on wicket quality and ground drainage. A Melbourne question about Caulfield and Footscray innings is also referenced.
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Sydney District Triumph After Delayed Play At Chatswood
Heavy rain delayed play but cricketers returned to action with enthusiasm. Sydney District finished top after defeating Paddington at Chatswood, Paddington's initiative stifled by a slow wicket. J S Taylor starred with 58 not out, guiding Sydney District in a tight chase while M A Noble, J D Taylor, and H G Pratten contributed, and six bowlers shared the workload.
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Sydney Triumph Narrowly After Dramatic Day One
Sydney faced a tight chase at 96 for eight with 166 needed. Freeman and Murdoch forged a 44 run stand for the ninth wicket, threatening victory before H QC Marshall dismissed Murdoch and Dive to seal Sydney’s 22 run win. Freeman 38 not out saved the innings as Marshall took 3 for 15. Breezy cricket marked Sydney's second.
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Sydney First Grade Ninth Round Cricket Match Notes
Sydney faced Gordon at Mhatewood Oval in the ninth round with Petersham and Balmain also appearing. The detailed scoreline includes Petersham innings totals and notable performances, but the readable fragments highlight a competitive match with multiple players contributing, including Petersham and Gordon lineups and key dismissals.
Paddington versus Western Suburbs cricket match report
A fragmentary sports item from Sedney Cricket Ground notes Paddington and Western Suburbs in a local cricket contest. The garbled text references players, venues, and scoring but lacks clear outcomes or coherent details.
Petersham Outscores Balmain In Keen Cricketers Duel
Petersham, after a first innings deficit, chased Balmain’s total with C O Smith contributing 78 not out. Scott again troubled the batsmen with five for 24, though Balmain held on as Petersham closed 46 for seven. Andrews Norris and Folkard provided late resistance. The play remained keen and sporting.
University and Waverley clash in unsettled middle match
At the Oval the University failed to push for extra points after a solid first day. Bardsley and Donovan added 78 for the third wicket while Barrack and Best scored some runs. Bell and Graves took wickets as Glebe were absent Cullen, Wittner showed form with the bat. The Middle Harbor versus Waverley match ended with Waverley winning on first innings after three straight defeats. The forthcoming first-grade rounds feature Balmain v Gordon, North Sydney v Sydney, University v Paddington, Hampden v Waverley v Glebe with Middle Harbour at Petersham. A false Military Cross report about Lieut Kelleway was corrected. the Sydney officer was actually Second-Lieutenant Kelleway.
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Literature of Cricket in New Zealand and Australian works
Blenheim correspondent Mr E R Neale notes scarcity of Australian cricket literature in New Zealand and recounts efforts to preserve local records. He discusses Nelson Cricket Association archives, the Reese project, and the availability of books from the 1850s in libraries and through sellers.
Cricket results from the West Australian cricket matches
In the ten sheet of matches North Perth defeated University by an innings and 212 runs after scoring 347 for six. West Perth beat Subiaco-Leederville by 76 on first innings. Claremont defeated Midland-Swan by 24 runs on an innings. North Perth posted a record 347 for six wickets with Randell leading at 104 and Christian at 81. Weather disrupted play with low scoring across grounds. East Perth abandoned their match versus North Perth after 39 and seven for 68. University beat Midland-Swan 142 with Clark 28 and Glyde 19 as Claremont posted 126 against West Perth, who then collapsed to 44.
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Old Days by Onlooker on Frank Allan’s Intercolonial feats
In memory of Frank Allan, the famed Melbourne cricketer, recounts his 1867 intercolonial debut at Melbourne, his tests against New South Wales, and his mark in 11 matches including six for 66 and five for 23. It notes his long dominance in club cricket, and the Jolimonters Cup clash between South Melbourne and East Melbourne as a career highlight.
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Varsity Narrowly Defeated by Grammar A in Brisbane Cricket
In variable weather, Varsity chased 170 to win as Grammar A built a strong total. Lawton starred for Grammar A with resolute batting, while Georgeson and Baxter shared five and four wickets respectively. Varsity rallied with Georgeson’s big hitting but fell short, 143 all out. Goodna edged Grammar by 54 on the first innings in the other match.
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Hobart ground ruin. New Town hosts school matches
The Hobart Domain T C A ground has degraded to a condition making play impossible while the New Town ground hosts school and college matches. Launceston aligns with a live pennant scene. East Launceston defeats South League 281 with Bushby scoring 108. Elliott 56 and Findlay 43 add depth. Finan 3 for 33 leads South bowling.
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Glorious NZ All Blacks edge ASC in tough Richmond rugby clash
London critics hail the December 30 Army Service Corps vs New Zealanders match as top of the season. The A.S.C. held a narrow one point lead at halftime, but the New Zealanders dominated the second half with superb forward play and kicking, while ASC backs struggled. The close verdict praised NZ’s forward strength and overall speed, noting missed penalties kept the score tight. Also noted was the death of William Alexander Gibb, NZ National Insurance Company executive and former footballer.
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New Zealand Codford team triumphs over Hornchurch 17 to 8
Codford led by E Roberts and Muir defeated Hornchurch 17 8 on Saturday. Muir scored twenty, Reddington and Hebeta each with a try, Roberts kicked two penalties and a conversion. Allardyce added a Hornchurch try. Meuli converted and kicked a penalty. Australian First Division beat Australian HQ Staff 13 7 with Harrison a drop goal and a Maloney try. Donnelly converted twice and scored a try. Forward superiority powered the Division’s win.
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Victorian Football Notes Amid War Times
The Hon J G Aikman offers a £50 bonus to the football club with the most recruits, conditional on more than ten. H James, ex-captain of Richmond, has become an officer at the front. VFA votes to not play this season. VFL may keep Fitzroy Collingwood Carlton Richmond to raise funds, with Geelong South Melbourne St Kilda mentioned. Fitzroy holds annual meeting. receipts show gates and members tickets, plus funds to Returned Soldiers. Richmond and Fitzroy contribute to patriotic funds. Carlton and Collingwood expected to follow. SAFA suspends games until war ends. Port Adelaide group to donate proceeds. 6th Australian Association to aid school football. Rider Charles Emery killed in Shoalhaven district.
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