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When tired of cricket... try Spooning
When tired of cricket... try Spooning! A dashing young cricketer discovers countryside delights beyond the boundary! He must have thought his luck could be in as he has come prepared with his little tent.... Date: 1911
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Admirers Admiring Attracted Attraction Cricket Cricketer Lovely Romance Swagger Tent Tired Spooning
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When Tired of Cricket... Try Spooning: A Dashing Young Cricketer Discovers the Charm of the Countryside! (1911) Amidst the thrilling excitement of a cricket match in the early 1910s, our dashing young cricketer, with his stylish hat perched atop his head and bat slung over his shoulder, takes a moment to himself. Tired of the game and the crowds, his eyes wander beyond the boundary line, where the rolling hills and picturesque countryside beckon. He sets up camp in the idyllic scene, pitching his little tent under the shade of a tree. The rustic charm of the countryside seems to have cast a spell on him, as he takes in the fresh air and the tranquility of the moment. As the sun begins to set, our cricketer is not alone in his admiration of the lovely countryside. Ladies and women from the nearby village, intrigued by the charming stranger, gather around to admire his swagger and fashionable attire. The atmosphere is filled with a sense of romance and attraction, as the young cricketer finds himself drawn to the charms of the countryside and the admiring glances of the ladies. This delightful photograph, taken in 1911, captures the essence of a moment of respite and discovery, where the simple pleasures of the countryside offer a welcome relief from the hustle and bustle of cricket matches and urban life.
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