I read somewhere that he bowled with either hand. Is this true, and has there been anyone else with this peculiar talent?

The following reference is one which I also find intriguing: "Hornby was a tyrant who once threatened that unless a local reporter's stories were more to his liking he would horsewhip him in front of the Old Trafford pavilion."

Knowing Hornby's temperament, I wouldn't put this past him, but does anyone know anything more about it?

Hi Rodney. I've read many of your interesting historical posts over at VT.

I believe Clem Wilson had similar talents.

Thanks, Wally, and sorry for the uber-lengthy delay in responding; I forgot that I was registered here.

Wonder if they'd have responded to his appearance in India with 'cries of appreciation for the monkey deity?'