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William Jewell

1855 – 1927

Amateur cricketer

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About William Jewell

Lived 1855 – 1927 (aged 72). William Jewell was a British cricketer.

William John Jewell (1 January 1855 – 3 March 1927) was an English first-class cricketer who made one appearance for Somerset County Cricket Club in 1884. He opened the batting for Somerset in both innings of their match against Kent, scoring nine runs in the first innings and one run in the second. He also bowled twelve overs without taking a wicket. Somerset lost the match by an innings and 27 runs. Jewell also played an earlier match for Somerset, in 1880, before they had been granted first-class status. In this match, played against Sussex, Jewell was a tail-end batsman, and claimed four wickets in Sussex's first innings.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Jewell?

Amateur cricketer (1855-1927)

When was William Jewell born?

William Jewell was born on 1 January 1855 in Wendron.

When did William Jewell die?

William Jewell died on 3 March 1927 in Taunton.

What was William Jewell's occupation?

William Jewell was a cricketer.

What nationality was William Jewell?

William Jewell was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Jewell

· Wikidata: Q8013577

· DBpedia: William Jewell (cricketer)

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