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Joseph Shoosmith

1859 – 1901

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Lived 1859 – 1901 (aged 41). Joseph Shoosmith was a British cricketer.

Joseph Shoesmith In Sussex's first innings he was dismissed for 2 runs by Allen Hill. He took the wicket of Hill in Yorkshire's first innings, finishing with figures of 1/23 from 16 overs. In Sussex's second innings he ended unbeaten on 0, with Yorkshire going on to winning by 9 wickets. This was his only major appearance for Sussex.

In 1881, he was shown in the Census as living with his parents at 2 Eastern Quadrant, Brighton. The family name is given as Shoesmith although CricketArchive in its profile of the player has rendered the name "Shoosmith". His father William was born at Lewes, Sussex and worked as a baker, muffin and crumpet maker. He was aged 46 in 1881. His mother Mary was born at Pembroke, Wales. He had four sisters, two of which were employed as teachers. He died at Brighton on 9 April 1901.

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Who was Joseph Shoosmith?

cricketer (1859-1901)

When was Joseph Shoosmith born?

Joseph Shoosmith was born on 17 June 1859 in Kemp Town.

When did Joseph Shoosmith die?

Joseph Shoosmith died on 9 April 1901 in Brighton.

What was Joseph Shoosmith's occupation?

Joseph Shoosmith was a cricketer.

What nationality was Joseph Shoosmith?

Joseph Shoosmith was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Joseph Shoosmith

· Wikidata: Q6286980

· DBpedia: Joseph Shoesmith

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