In threatening weather and before a crowd of 30000 spectators Fingleton (9) and Barnett their innings this morning, and had to struggle for runs from the start against the fast and accurate bowling of Farnes and Bowes, who were supported by excellent folding.
The 50 was hoisted on the board after the innings had been in progress 75 minutes, Fingleton was content to dig himself in, especially on the advent of Verity, who kept a perfect length.
When the score reached 87 Fingleton, in attempting a leg turn, was from Farnes and was caught by Price. His score of 57 included bye boundaries, and required 130 minutes to compile (128 for three).
At the luncheon adjournment, the score-board read 128 for three, with Bradman at 17 and McCabe yet to open his account.
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