George Marple
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George Smith Marple (14 August 1868 — 12 August 1932) was an English businessman and cricketer who played for Derbyshire in 1901.
Marple was born in Chester the son of George I. Marple, a joiner and builder, and his wife Mary.[1]
Marple made a single first-class appearance for Derbyshire during the 1901 season, against London County. He played one innings in which he scored six runs. He bowled thirteen overs during the match, taking 1 wicket for 17.[2] He played for the Millhouses cricket club of which he was captain in 1907.
Marple was a partner in the scrap metal business of Marple and Gillott Ltd, Sheffield, which broke up railway engines.[3] He was involved in the LLoyd George cash for honours affair having been invited to contribute £5000 for a knighthood.[4]
In 1919 Marple applied for a patent for a carburettor design with James Frederick Bennett.[5] In 1921 he donated a cup as the Marple Trophy for a brass band contest[6]
Marple died in Ecclesall, Sheffield at the age of 63.
He married Florence Madoline Gillott in 1893.
References
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- ↑ British Census 1881
- ↑ George Marple at Cricket Archive
- ↑ Srap Yard about 1935
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- ↑ ArtFact A George V urnular two-handled trophy cup, awarded
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