Arthur Eckersley, Punch, Volume 147, Issue 3816… (19th and 20th century)
“ Captain Troughton, stirring address, pointed out that that hostilities had been forced upon the county, which however would not be found unprepared. The greatest enthusiasm prevails among the team, who are in capital health. ”
Arthur Eckersley, Punch, Volume 147, Issue 3816… (19th and 20th century)
“ A telegram from Canterbury, dated 11 A.M., Aug 18th, states that the great match has actually begun. No details are given. Amazing Lancastrian Victory. Rumour's Agency learns that the resistance of Kent has everywhere been entirely overcome; no fewer than forty-three of the home side have been dismissed for sixteen runs. ”
