About John Walshe
Lived 1842 – 1893 (aged 50–51). John Walshe was an Australian cricketer.
John Hamilton Walshe (1841 – 17 April 1893) was an Australian cricketer who played for Tasmania. He was born in England and died in Hobart. He committed suicide by cutting his own throat with a razor.
Career
Walshe made a single first-class appearance for the team, during the 1872–73 season, against Victoria. Batting last in the order he scored 7 and 0, both times being not out. Walshe bowled in both innings too, taking 3 for 34 and 0 for 8. He was associated with the Wellington Cricket Club in Hobart for some years.
Suicide
For a few years Walshe was an engrossing clerk with the Tasmanian Lands Office, but was on sick leave for a while before his death. An inquest found that he had committed suicide by cutting his throat with a razor.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Walshe?
Australian cricketer (1842-1893)
When was John Walshe born?
John Walshe was born in 1842.
When did John Walshe die?
John Walshe died on 17 April 1893.
What was John Walshe's occupation?
John Walshe was a cricketer.
What nationality was John Walshe?
John Walshe was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Walshe (cricketer)
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