In Honolulu in 1847

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Date of Game 1847
Game Cricket
Location Honolulu, HI, United States
Has Source On Hand No
NY Rules No - Predecessor
Description

The Honolulu Polynesian, July 3, 1847 reports on a "match of cricket" between the crew of the HBMS Modeste and Honolulu cricketers on "Thursday last."

Same May 12, 1860 reports on a cricket game played the day before in the rear of the royal palace, with Prince Kamehameha (the king's brother) playing.

Sources

The Honolulu Polynesian, July 3, 1847

Comment

This game was June 30th. Buffalo Commercial Advertiser, April 17, 1848

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Submitted by Bruce Allardice



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