He was born on 27 June 1886 at West Maitland, New South Wales. His grandfather George, was an inter-colonial cricketer in the 1870s.
Charles George Macartney played 35 times for his country, and in 1921 scored 345 in less than four hours against Nottingham.
He played for New South Wales from 1905-1906 to 1926-1927, and for his country from 1909 to 1926-1927.
Charles George Macartney toured England four times, the last tour in 1926. At home he was known as the Governor General; he made his own rules at the wicket.
His dislike for slow scoring made him bat, at times, with a cavalier disregard for the bowlers.
Charles George Macartney, died in Sydney on September 9, aged 72.
Charles George Macartney (1886-1958)
