GRACE, EDWARD MILLS (1841-1911), English crick eter, was born at Downend, near Bristol on Nov. 28, 1841, and was an elder brother of William Gilbert Grace (q.v.). He was edu cated at Long Ashton, and studied medicine at the Bristol Medical School, and in Edinburgh. In 1869 he settled at Thornbury, and practised there until his death on May 20, 1911.
He was an enthusiastic cricketer, and was the first member of the family to become famous for his play. He played first at Lord's in July 1861, for South Wales v. M.C.C., and by 1862 his reputation was established. He played 12 times for the Gentle men v. Players from 1863 to 1869, and for the last time in From 1865 onwards, his two brothers W. G. and George Frederick (1850-8o) became even more famous as cricketers, and in 188o (Sept. the three brothers played together for England against Australia.