The 1939 Auckland Rugby League season was its 31st.
Angus Gault playing for Manukau against Mt Albert with Tommy Chase in support.
Wally Tittleton showed outstanding defence for Richmond against Manukau's star-studded backline.
Dave Solomon who debuted for Richmond at first five-eighth.
Jack Brodrick, Manukau's loose forward who was in brilliant form.
Bert Leatherbarrow
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Bert Leatherbarrow was a rugby league player who represented New Zealand in 1939 on their aborted tour of England becoming the 275th player to represent New Zealand. Leatherbarrow played in their seco
The Devonport side which won the championship. Leatherbarrow is near the centre looking in the direction of the camera
Jim Rutherford of St George chasing the ball with Bert Leatherbarrow and John Donald of Devonport following behind.
The New Zealand team to tour England in 1939–40.