The Argus, Monday/January/2/1905

This newspaper article makes reference to a cricket match between Greensborough and Eltham. It is dated 2/1/1905 and is one of the oldest records of (what appears to be) a formal cricket match involving the Eltham Cricket Club, although it does not mention “cricket club”.

Transcribed it reads:

Greensborough V. . . . → Read More: Greensborough V Eltham

The Argus 25/2/1862

This recently discovered newspaper article, posted in the Argus, dated 25/2/1862, specifically mentions the Eltham Cricket Club in a match against Alphington. It is the oldest known record of the Eltham Cricket Clubs’ foundation. Prior to its’ discovery, it was commonly accepted that the club was established around 1905. This . . . → Read More: Alphington V Eltham