About John Painter
Lived 1856 – 1900 (aged 43). John Painter was a British cricketer.
John Richard Painter (11 November 1856 – 16 September 1900) was an English cricketer who played professionally for Gloucestershire, South, Lord Sheffield's XI and an England Eleven.
Playing career Painter began his professional career with Lancashire club Clitheroe before joining Gloucestershire in 1881. Between 1881 and 1897 he played 192 matches for the county. In August 1894, the match played at Clifton College Close Ground between Gloucestershire and Middlesex was awarded to him as a benefit.
Later life In 1895, he opened a cricket and athletic store in Clifton, Bristol. When he died in 1900 at the age of 43, he left a widow and two children.
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Who was John Painter?
English cricketer (1856-1900)
When was John Painter born?
John Painter was born on 11 November 1856 in Bourton-on-the-Water.
When did John Painter die?
John Painter died on 16 September 1900 in Bourton-on-the-Water, England.
What was John Painter's occupation?
John Painter was a cricketer.
What nationality was John Painter?
John Painter was British.
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