Historical information

Plaque commemorating the support of Alfred E. Clarke. A passionate supporter of Blind Cricket for 20 years, he was taken ill whilst umpiring a match and passed away at his Middle Park home on November 28th, 1950. Mr Clarke was one of South Melbourne's best cricketers in his youth, and after retirement continued his involvement in the sport he loved through committee and various management roles. He continued to watch matches with his friend Sam Morris - a fellow South Melbourne player who have gone blind - and became involved with the Blind Cricket Association, spending most weekends umpiring matches.
Source: Record (Emerald Hill), Sat 2 Dec 1950, p4 "The Final Call"
http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article164499137

Physical description

Metal plaque attached to wood

Inscriptions & markings

In Memory Of
Alfred E. Clarke
Obit. November 28th 1950
A True Friend of the Blind