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M.C.C. CAPTAIN OPTIMISTIC (United Press Association—By Electrio Ofelegraph—Copyright) \V . ' ; (Received this day at 10 a.m.) LONDON,. July 21. Allen is optimistic of the prospects of the Australian tour. He declared that, when the full side was chosen, he was confident it would do better than most people expected. He was extremely pleased and honoured with the captaincy. i » • When asked if he had any qualms with regard eight-ball overs, he replied: “None whatever.” COMMENT ON M.C.C. TEAM. LONDON, July 21. Marykhone Club has announced that no further invitations are being issued for the Australian tour before July 29. Howard Marshall, in the “Telegraph,” says: Allen in 1936, proved an excellent, inspiring leader. He is a most enthusiastic cricketer, a fine all-rounder, and a determined fighter. The remainder picked, virtually chose themselves. Fishlock is a remarkably dependable left-hander, and a . - counter to the Australian spin bowler A INDIA AND DERBYSHIRE DRAWN (Received this day at 11 a.m.J. LONDON, July 21. India in the second innings lost 7 for 232 declared (Merchant 75), Derby, .. second innings,' 2 for 169 (Townsend 27, Alderman not out 61). ; The match was drawn. '
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Hokitika Guardian, 22 July 1936, Page 5
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