At the Melbourne Cricket Ground to-day the fifth test match begins, and on its result depends whether Australia retains the Ashes or surrenders them to England. The pictures above show some of the Australians at practice. On the left, L. Nash, one of the fast bowlers in the provisional 13 players selected, sends one down at top speed; the central picture shows M. W. Sievers (left) and K. E. Rigg having batting practice; on the right is a closer view of Sievers. ... [ILLUSTRATED]
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The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954), Fri 26 Feb 1937, Page 12
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