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Edward Porter

1846 – 1918

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Lived 1846 – 1918 (aged 72). Edward Porter was a British cricketer.

Edward Horatio Porter (13 October 1846 – 31 October 1918) was an English cricketer active from 1874 to 1883 who played for Lancashire. He was born in Liverpool and died in Hooton, Cheshire. He appeared in 20 first-class matches as a righthanded batsman who bowled right arm medium pace with a roundarm action. He scored 374 runs with a highest score of 61 and held 13 catches. He took three wickets with a best analysis of three for 28.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Edward Porter?

cricketer (1846-1918)

When was Edward Porter born?

Edward Porter was born on 13 October 1846.

When did Edward Porter die?

Edward Porter died on 31 October 1918.

What was Edward Porter's occupation?

Edward Porter was a cricketer.

What nationality was Edward Porter?

Edward Porter was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Edward Porter

· Wikidata: Q20876799

· DBpedia: Edward Porter (cricketer)

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