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last recorded match was in 1782, he now being but 35 years of age, thus abandoning the game rather early in life, why is now unknown. In Nyren's book, it is stated that he always went by the nickname of 'Curry', but no explanation is given as to the reason. He was a native of Hambledon, where he always resided, following the trade of a shoemaker. As a batsman he was steady and safe and likewise a good change bowler. He was one of the best long-fields, being a sure and strong thrower, and able to cover a great space of ground. He was a strong and well-built man standing about 5ft. 9in. in height, had a plain honest-looking face, and was well beloved by his acquaintance. His tombstone, which (in 1858) was standing in Hambledon churchyard, bears the following inscription:

was a most renowned cricketer indeed, as his scores fully testify, and was besides an excellent manager of the game, being often chosen 'general' in the great contests. On June 18, 19, and 20, 1777, he scored 167 runs in one innings against the best bowlers and fields of the day. He was for some years one of the 'cracks' of the far-famed Hambledon Club till about 1779, when Sir Horace Mann took him away to