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Harold Dickinson

1911 – 1997

Welsh cricketer

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About Harold Dickinson

Lived 1911 – 1997 (aged 85). Harold Dickinson was a British cricketer.

Harold John Dickinson (26 November 1911 – 2 June 1997) was a Welsh cricketer. Dickinson was a right-handed batsman who bowled right-arm fast-medium. He was born at Barry, Glamorgan. He was educated in his early years at Barry County Boys School.

Dickinson made his first-class debut for Glamorgan in 1934 against Cambridge University. From 1934 to 1935, he made 7 first-class appearances, with his final first-class appearance for the county coming against Warwickshire in the 1935 County Championship. In his 7 first-class matches, he scored 37 runs at a batting average of 5.28, with a high score of 14*. In the field he also took 3 catches With the ball he took 6 wickets at a bowling average of 55.83, with best figures of 3/91.

In the 1935 season, he was offered terms by Glamorgan, but due to the club's modest finances, he instead opted to join the Great Western Railway as a draughtsman. Dickinson died at Hammersmith, London on 2 June 1997.

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Who was Harold Dickinson?

Welsh cricketer (1911-1997)

When was Harold Dickinson born?

Harold Dickinson was born on 26 November 1911 in Barry.

When did Harold Dickinson die?

Harold Dickinson died on 2 June 1997 in Hammersmith.

What was Harold Dickinson's occupation?

Harold Dickinson was a cricketer.

What nationality was Harold Dickinson?

Harold Dickinson was British.

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· Wikipedia: Harold Dickinson

· Wikidata: Q5660490

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