Almanac Biography: A request from Citrus Bob – who is the batsman?

March 28, 2025 by 5 Comments

Citrus Bob is desperate to find out who the tall batsman is going out to bat with Chris Kiernan.  He would be delighted if someone can help him out.

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Almanac Footy History: Chris Kiernan – Help!

November 12, 2024 by Leave a Comment

Citrus Bob Utber seeks the assistance of Almanackers for further information about Chris Kiernan, the footballer who failed to show up for Fitzroy in the 1899 Grand Final against South Melbourne.

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Almanac Footy History: The maverick Chris Kiernan – The Grand Finalist who failed to turn up

September 24, 2024 by 6 Comments

While researching the first Grand Final played between Fitzroy and South Melbourne in 1899, Citrus Bob Utber was amazed to discover that one of the players failed to turn up for the match. Citrus Bob endeavours to find out why.

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