An original 'S.A. Cricketing Association Lady's Ticket' for 1888-89
A small gilt-embossed blue leather folder lined inside with printed paper with manuscript insertions (external dimensions approximately 61 × 44 mm when closed), with metal eyelets in the left-hand corner threaded with the original light blue ribbon (now a little frayed and marked); trifling signs of use and age; in excellent condition.
The ticket (number 13) was issued in August 1889 to 'Mr R Burton'; it is initialled (possibly signed) by the Honorary Treasurer, John Colton. The South Australian Cricketing Association was formed in May 1871; John Colton was a foundation member. The current name, the South Australian Cricket Association, was apparently adopted between the 1898 and 1899 AGMs. Richard Burton (1863-1933) was a school teacher from Gawler, north of Adelaide, who played a prominent active role in cricket in the district at the time. 'He won a cup ... for the highest batting average for the Gawlers in 1882-3, 1883-4, and 1887-8, and was also top in 1889-90 and 1891-92. He was a star wicketkeeper as well as batsman' (E.H. Coombe: 'History of Gawler', 1910).
Item #122459
Price (AUD):
$1,250.00