Dr. Barbour, playing for Stockton for a few seasons, has been able to form a shrewd idea as to the conditions and possibilities of cricket in Newcastle district. Here he makes an appeal to the Association at headquarters to assist a little more, for Newcastle has a splendid population, some fine grounds, and a great many players.

It is pleasing to be able to record that, after several lean post-war years, cricket in Newcastle is again coming into its own. Over 60 teams competed this year in the four competition grades controlled by the N.D.C.A., while another 18 club teams played under the aegis of the City and Suburban Association.

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