EVERTON COMBINATION v CHESTER
The Cheshire Observer, Saturday, November 2, 1895
That Chester played a good game at Everton on Saturday in their Combination engagement, cannot be denied. The Evertonians placed on the field their best team, while the following composed the Chester eleven;- Coventry, goal; W. Wilson, and H. Jones, backs; Turner, Farrell, and Astbury, half-backs; W. Lewis, Catesby, Worgan, Spencer, and B. Lewis, forwards. Worgan kicked off for Chester, the opening moves of the game being distinctly in favour of the home team. After a few minutes’ play the Cestrians broke away on the left and centre on two occasions. Exceedingly vigorous tackling by McDonald had the effect of causing quick retreats, and on the homesters going down in attacking order, some spirited work was done by the visitors’ half-backs, Farrell especially exerting himself to the utmost. Worgan came into possession, and sent in a terrific shot from a long range, which completely beat Hiles, and counted first goal for Chester. Flewitt broke away strongly, but was challenged and beaten by Wilson in a masterly manner, and the same player just afterwards broke up a forward rush by the homesters who subsequently bagged the ball, the goal not being a legitimate one. Everton took another corner, and then Schofield sent in a splendid shot after being hampered. At the interval, the Cestrians were leading by one goal to nil, but directly following the re-start, McInnes equalised, and then with a capital shot gave his side the lead. Keeping up the attack in fine style, the Evertonians forced a corner, and then Mainman scored a capital goal. Coming up again in overwhelming force, a heavy attack was made on the Chester goal, which was packed with assailants and defenders, but McInnes nipped round his men and tipped the ball into the net. But for Wilson’s splendid defence further inroads would have been made. The Chester left went to work with evident relish, and for a while the scene of battle was in close proximity to the Everton goal, but eventually the home front rank broke away, and Reay finished with a beautiful shot, which sailed just over the bar. Storrier also shot in, but ineffectually. Final result;- Everton Combination 4 goals, Chester 1.
A BIG CHARITY MATCH AT EVERTON
The Liverpool Daily Post- Saturday, November 2, 1895
On Tuesday next, Guy Fawkes’ Day, there will be a great game on the ground of the above club. The directors, with their noted desire to assist the local charities, have arranged to play a Football match by the “Wells’ light,” and they have been fortunate in securing West Bromwich Albion to oppose the Everton league team. To make the match of real interest, a set of medals had been provided, and will be presented to the winning team. To wind-up, there will be a magnificent display of fireworks equal to anything seen in this district before. The charities to the benefited are the Stanley Hospital, the hospital Saturday fund, and the Lifeboat Institution, all deserving institutions. The Lord Major Mr. J.A. Willox M.P and a host of city councillors and other gentlemen have kindly given their patronage, and it only remains for the public to do their part to make the fete a success. It is though that in presenting this gorgeous programme before the public the Everton directors wish to test the holding capacity of their ground, and we fill sure they will requireevery inch of space to accommodate the crowds who will flock to help the above deserving charities.
EVERTON 2 WOLVERHAMPTON WANDERERS 0
November 4 1895. The Liverpool Mercury
The Wolverhampton Wanderers appeared at Goodison Park on Saturday to fulfill their return engagement, and at the commencement of the game, there would be about 13,000 spectators present. There were several changes in the visitors team from that which, took part in the initial contest while the Evertonians were represented by the side that Drew with Burnley on the previous Saturday. At three o'clock the teams faced as follows: - Everton: - Hillman goal, Adams, and Arridges backs, Goldie Boyle (captain), and Stewart, halfbacks Latta, Bell, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward forwards. Wanderers: - Rose, goal, Baugh and Dunn backs, Nurse, Malpass, and Owen, halfbacks, Tonks Henderson, Beats, Woods, and Blacks, forwards. The Wolves opened the play, and at once made tracks along the left Wood sending in a lobbing shot, which Hillman got away at the expense of a fruitless corner. Good play by Stewart, and an excellent cross shot by Latta to Chadwick, left the Wolves goal open, but the last named shot high over the bar, a feat which was repeated almost directly afterwards. The ball was quickly at the other end, and a foul against the home side resulted in Dunn placing the ball in the net without, however, touching a player in transit. The next item was a grand run down by Milward after Bell had made the opening, and Rose was called upon to clear a hot shot, Hillman being also called out by Wood, the custodian just reaching the ball, and tipping it over the bar. Immediately following Hartley was wedged between Baugh and Dunn, when everyone was expecting a tangible point to result, but the ball was not effively cleared, and Latta sent in a fine dropping shot, which called for the best attentions of Rose. Beats caused Hillman to run out, and then followed a pretty movement on the home left, Hartley finishing up with a swift low shot which went slightly wide of the mark. Keeping up the pressure, the Wolves were penalised, and after Adams had placed the ball well up it came out to Chadwick, who drove into the net after 26 minutes play. Getting to work again the home forwards were in evidence. Bell finished with a weak effort, but a moment later he levelled a grand shot at Rose, which just skimmed the bar. Meanwhile Goldie and been keeping Black and Wood well in check, and placing the ball nicely to latta, that player sent it across to Milward, who tricked Baugh and scored with a fine swift shot. Following this second reverse, Woods, Beats, and Henderson put forward big efforts and repeatedly got well down, but invariably they had to try their luck by taking aim at some considerable distance from Adams and Arridge. Play up to the change of ends ruled fairly even, when Everton had the lead by two goals to none. The second half opened with the Wolves in possession, and Adams save certain downfall within a couple of minutes from the resumption by cleverly tackling Henderson when close on Hillman's charge. Milward and Chadwick changed the venue and Bell supplemented, but was too anxious to score, and there Hartley sent in a stinging shot which, Rose cleverly met. Following a corner well placed by Milward, the home centre back headed over the bar. During the next few minutes the Everton left indulged in some pretty work, and Baugh's best efforts to say their course were often brought into requisition. From a sudden break away Henderson had the goal at his mercy, but shot high over the bar and in a trice Hartley, Bell, and Chadwick made off, the last named driving in strongly, only to find the ball rebound from the crossbar. The general play was now altogether in favour of Everton, for it was only at odd times that the Wolves cross the half way line, but so stubborn was their defence, that nothing further was recorded against them, the home lot running out easy victors by 2 goals to nil.
FOOTBALL NOTES
November 4, 1895. Birmingham Daily Post
After being beaten on their own ground by Everton, the Wolverhampton Wanderers had no great hopes that their visit to Goodison Park would reverse the result of the first league encounter between the teams. The in and out form Everton have displayed this season, however, combined with the determination of the Wolves to do their very best to wipe out the previous defeat, made their chances look a little better; but as events turned out Everton rose to the occasion, and succeeded in capturing another couple of points at the expense of the Wanderers by two goals to nil. It must be admitted that on the day's play the winners were entitled to victory; but if, in the earlier stages, the visiting forwards had made better use of the opportunities the fortunes of the game might easily have been changed. Harry Wood, too, had particularly hard lines with fast long shots, which, fortunately for Everton, were intercepted by the crossbar. During the first half Hillman had plenty to do, but he managed to keep his charge intact, while Rose was twice beaten through no fault of his own, the shots with which Chadwick and Milward scored being fine efforts. Singularly enough, it was during this period of the game, when the play was pretty even, that Everton gained the points. In the second half, when they did nearly all the pressing, they failed to add to their score –a fact which speaks volumes for the brilliance of the Wolves defence. Indeed, the magnificent defence of the Wanderers was quite a feature of the game, and if only their attack had been anything like so good they might now be regretting the loss of two points. In the open the forwards were clever enough, but when they did get openings they were nullined by weak shooting. Just after the second half started the Wolves rushed away in splendid style, and Henderson had the goal at his mercy, but somehow or another he allowed Adams to knock him off the ball, and the chance was gone. After this the attacks of the Wolves were spasmodic and lacking in sting. Too great praise cannot be accorded to Rose and his comrades for the determined opposition which they offered to all the efforts of the Everton forwards. True, the shooting of the Evertonians was not of the best, but Rose was quite to every emergency, while Baugh and Dunn played a sterling game, and time after time secured the ball when a goal seemed inevitable. The half-back line rendered valuable assistance. Nurse being about the weakest in a remarkably fine trio. This, however, may be due to the fact that he had to contend with Chadwick and Milward, who played brilliantly, and quite cast into the shade their companions on the right –Latta and Bell. Though without Holt, the Everton half backs worked well together, and the backs were fairly safe; worked well together, and the backs were fairly safe; while Hillman in goal did his work in masterly fashion.
NEWTON 1 EVERTON RESERVES 8
November 4 1895. The Liverpool Mercury
At Newton, the game was very fast for a time, and after about 20 minutes play McInnes opened the scoring for Everton. Hill shot a second a few minutes later, Mainman added a third and before changing ends McInnes added two more. Half time Everton 5 goals, newton nome. Everton added three more in the second half, the final result being 8 goals to 1 in favour of Everton.
EVERTON REVIEW
November 4 1895. The Liverpool Mercury
By their victory last the Evertonians for the second time during the first half dozen years succeeded in obtaining the full possible points as the result of a season's league engagements with the Wolverhampton Wanderers. The game was not of a particularly brilliant character, for it was only at odds intervals that really high class work was divulged. The early portion of play ran on fairly even lines, but as the interval approached there was a distinct superiority in the movements of the Evertonians, and during the second half this was anphasised in a very marked degree, and it was extremely unfortunate for the Everton record that their forwards were somewhat off colour in the shooting department. The visiting from line, especially in the early portion of play, executed some clever passages which, promised better things, but the game was not many minutes old before the weaker wing was noticed, and at every possible opportunity it was played upon to a nicely. The dashing play in the centre and on the left often caused the greatest anxiety to the Everton defenders, but the incessant strain put upon the Wolves attack in this division soon had a deterrent effect, for after the first 20 minutes the home team was complete masters of the situration. The work of the Everton attacking line was particularly good until close quarters were reached, and what with hard lines and occasional indifferent shooting the goal record was kept under considerably. Comparing the front lines, the blue had a fairly powerful lead, but their greatest strength lay at halfbacks, where some excellent all round play was one of the dominant features of the game. Clever tackling and accurate placing to the van should have brought about more sunstantials results, especially so as the play of the opposing trio was not up to the usual standard. The honour of the backs division were equally divided, both sides giving an excellent exposition of defensive tactics, and with regard to goalkeeping there was no fault to find on either side. Chadwick and Milward were, as of old speedy tricky, and generally effective, and but for being opposed to Baugh in his very best conditions they must have repeatedly lowered the colours of the Wolves. The two goals were obtained by these players, and they were the result of truly magnificent efforts, both being swift oblique shots accurately placed beyond the reach of the custodian. Hartley was very capable in the centre but he, too, found Baugh and Dunn in a stubborn mood. In addition to several good individual efforts down the centre he frequently opened out the play to his wings in a manner that contributed greatly to the attractiveness of the proceedings. Bell was rarely allowed, quarter by the opposing halves, who, however, frequently lost ground by reason of their too close attentions to this player whose work nevertheless in conjunction with that of Latta, was of good quality. The outside man was often hampered, but he got in some fine centres, and one of his smart passes across the field resulted in the second goal for his side. Goldie, Boyle and Stewart were a powerful trio, and the work of each was solid, both in aim and character, while the play of Adams and Arridges delighted the large crowds which at times gave full vent to their enthusiasm. They covered one another when in difficulties to a nicety and were always successful in checking an ugly swooped upon their goal. Hillman was not severely tested, but the shots that came his way were cleared in his usual finished style. On the other hand, Rose, the visors, Custodians had plenty of work on hand, and considering the heavy pressure he came well out of the ordeal with but a couple of defeats. Baugh and Dunn, in the second half especially, were simply invincible. They met the Everton attack in truly clever fashion, and in a manner of speaking were here, there and everywhere, when hot pressure was laid on their change. Moreover, their kicking was clean, and well directed, and but for their fine display their side must have suffered a very heavily defeat. On Tuesday evening West Bromwich Albion are due at Everton and the game will be played under the rays of Well's lights. The after proceedings will be delivered by a firework display, and, as the venture is directed to charitable purposes, viz. Lifeboat Institution and various hospitals, it is hoped that the project will receive instinted support.
THE LIVERPOOL AND DISTRICT NOTES
The Athletic News- November 4, 1895
By the Loiterer
The Everton team are certainly improving, as is evident from the result of the two last matches. I am told the men play a much better game away from home, which to outsiders may seen strange, but I hear the players have to put up with some very ungentlemanly remarks from a section of what are supposed to be their supporters. They do not labour under this disadvantage when away, and it is to be hoped the spectators will drop what at the best is a cowardly way of giving expression to their feelings. One can understand a hasty remark if a minute is made in the play, but it is too bad to salute the players with offensive observations previous to the game. This brings me to another unpleasant subject in which Kelso is the target. This player has had hard things said of him and motive imputed against his integrity, and now I believe a definite charge is made, not by the directors, but an individual. I have seen Kelso play for several years, and it would be the last thing I should think of to charge him with any dishonourable action on the field. Like everyone else, he has made mistakes, but it appears some cannot accept them as such. However, Kelso has something to go on with, and I trust he will be able to vindicate himself in the eyes of the public.
A GOOD WIN FOR EVERTON
The Athletic News -Monday, November 4, 1895
By the Loiterer
The Wolverhampton Wanderers are one of the few clubs out of whom Everton will take four points as the result of the two League games played, which is something to be proud of. On Saturday Holt was still absent, and the directors relied on the same team that did so well at Burnley last week. The visitors were also well represented, as will be seen from the following list of players;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Latta, Bell, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Wanderers- WC. Rose, goal; R. Baugh and T. Dunn, backs; D. Nurse, W. Malpass, and W. Owen, half-backs; J. Tonks, C. Henderson, W. beats, H. Wood, and D. Black, forwards. Referee; Mr. West. The crowd hardly reached the usual number, but 14,000 is not a bad gate. The “Wolves” started in earnest, for Black cantered off, and Hillman gave a corner in the first minute. This was cleared, but in some interesting play the “Wolves” had a liking for the Stanley-road goal, and Hillman’s great reach rendered him good service, as Wood on two occasions sent in long shots which were going nicely under the bar, the Everton goalkeeper bringing off splendid saves. The game was keenly contested, and the light ball was all over the place. The shooting of the home forwards might have been better, but, as if to make up for the failings of his companions, Chadwick put in a beauty which fairly beat Rose. This was after 25 minutes. Before another goal came each side had made good attempts to score, Bell sending in a couple of shots which were a bit on the wrong side. the visitors fired away at every opportunity, and although the shots were well directed I don’t think they were of the sort to beat Hillman, as they were from long range. The Everton forwards, as usual, went in for close passing, but for a time the “Wolves” defence was too good. The second goal was well worked, and Milward slipped in nicely, and took full advantage of about the only bit of slack play observable on the part of Baugh and Dunn. These reverses only stimulated the visitors to greater exertions, and straightaway the left wing made of, and Wood finished up with another good shot. Score they could not, however, although in the open they quite held their own, and the interval found them two goals in arrears. They opened the second half in good style, for the ball was soon at the Everton end. Henderson early on had a chance, but hesitated, and Adams rushed up and cleverly robbed him. Up to now the game had been evenly contested, and the way the visitors started the second half gave promise of an exciting finish. But they did not last out; now and again they made a dash for goal, but for the most part the play was in their half. Yet for all that Everton could not add to the score already gained. It is strange that in an open game they should put on two goals, and then when the play favoured them at all points that goals would not come. For one thing the right wing was altogether off both in working the ball and shooting at goal. Some good chances came their way, yet both Bell and Latta only shaped indifferently with them. The other wing were doing good work, but they happened to have a sterling man in Baugh against them, and Dunn spared time to go to his assistance when in difficulties, so that what with the ineffective play of the home right wing and the sound defence of the visitors, Rose had nothing great on hand. What he had was cleared, and as noticed already he was only beaten twice during the afternoon. That score, I should say, about showed the extent of the superiority of the Everton team. Both Hillman and Rose were in good form, and had the men been reversed I daresay the score would have been the same. We have a vivid recollection of what a certain long shy at goal did at Fallowfield, but for all that the two that beat Rose on Saturday were far more difficult than all the long ones sent in at Hillman. Each pair of backs behaved well, and there was very little in them. The visiting pair had the most work, and under pressure both Baugh and Dunn were full of resource. Adams and Arridge did their work well, Arridge again kicking and tackling in surprising style, and that clearance of Adams’s in the early part of the second half stamped him as a plucky player. The home halves were the better lot, as they played a consistently good game all through, Stewart again being the most prominent. The other trio were very good in the first half, but only Owen lasted the course. He generally had the best of the bouts with the home right, and also fed his forwards well. The home van played fairly well on the whole, but the work was not well divided. Hartley was passable in the centre, but the bulk of the work was done by the left wing. Both Chadwick and Milward were energetic and clever, and quite outshone the other wing. Like Everton, the ”Wolves” forwards were uneven, Wood and Black doing the bulk of the work, and against a less reliable defence they would have done damage, as they were very quick, and shot at goal when least expected. They played quite a different game to their opponents, and the contrast lent an additional charm to an enjoyable afternoon.
EVERTON v. WOLVERHAMPTON WANDERERS
The Liverpool Daily Post- Monday, November 4, 1895
The return League match between Everton and Wolverhampton Wanderers was played at Goodison Park on Saturday. The weather was rather dull, but the rain held off, and a warm breeze swept across the ground. The visitors were first on the ground, being received with a slight cheer, and after the referee had made an inspection of the nets the Evertonians were led on to the field by Captain Boyle, who was warmly welcomed. Boyle won the toss, and Beats kicked off against the wind, Black working up the left and centring finely, when Hillman conceded a corner. This cleared, Milward raced down the left, but the ball went outside. On coming into play again, Chadwick and Stewart had a hand in furthering the advance of the homesters, but first Malpass and then Baugh put in some fine defence, with the result that the Evertonians were pressed back. The home left them became most persistent in their efforts, and the game was steadily forced into the Wolves’ quarters. Coming in at the last pinch. Chadwick had a splendid opportunity, but the shot wide of the mark. The next moment the homesters were attacking, once more, and Boyle took a free kick, placing the leather well forward. Milward took in the situation, and essayed to lower the Wolves’ colours, but he failed to give proper direction to his shot. Arridge replied to the goal kick, Chadwick meeting the leather and sending in a swinging centre, Baugh sending behind. The corner was unproductive the Wolves coming off with a rush, and the home defence being hard pressed. Adams made a temporary clearance, but Owen rattled the crossbar with a long -range shot, this being followed by an infringement of rule by one of the Everton defenders at close quarters. The free kick was easily accounted for, however, Stewart placing his front rank on the attack, a pretty movement culminating in Milward outwitting Baugh, and sending in a stinging shot which Rose negotiated. The Wolves soon made tracks for the other end, one of the Everton players tipping the ball forward to Hillman, who gently sent it back to Arridge, this player clearing. Wood then sent in a great shot, which Hillman just managed to negotiate at the expense of a corner. This was disposed of to the satisfaction of the home players, but the next moment the visitors were back again, and beats caused Hillman to exert himself to the utmost. This continued pressure caused the home players to pull themselves together, and after a spell of play in midfield, during which Boyle proved of immense service, the homesters advanced, right and left, but Baugh and Dunn showed great judgement in repelling the attacking party, who shortly afterwards came again, Dunn cleared out the home right wing, and the Wolves went off on the left, some long passing bringing the leather to the toe of Arridge, who made a brilliant clearance, this leading up to a pretty forward movement by the home side, but the Wolves offered a stubborn defence, the half-line being particularly strong, while Baugh and Dunn used feet and heads to such purpose that Rose was seldom troubled. Following a grand bit of works by Milward, Nurse grassed the home left winger, a movement in which Wood was prominent, then being made towards Hillman, but this was without result. A free kick against Everton was headed away by Bell, but the visitors bored their way through again, and Wood shot in, but the Everton goalkeeper cleared in fine style. Then the home left wing set to work in earnest, but as Chadwick was endeavouring to go through, Malpass offered resistance, and the pair came to mother earth in company. Bell shortly afterwards took up the running, but, although he put firth superhuman efforts and was well seconded by his comrades, nothing came of their efforts. For a while end-to-end play was the order, each side working hard and gaining nothing, the shots which were put in not being of a very dangerous character. After a sharp tussle in midfield, Adams cleverly robbed Woods, some good work followed by Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, Milward working to close quarters, where the visitors’ backs were fairly beaten, and Chadwick sent in a beauty, entirely out of the reach of Rose. The game had been in progress twenty-two minutes when first blood was drawn. The home men played up with refreshing vigour after this bit of luck, and the visiting backs had a warm five minutes until Bell shot wide of the mark. Owen then sent forward to Wood, who, however, was pulled up for off-side. The Evertonians shortly afterwards worked their way to the vicinity of the Wolves’ goal, and apparently established a footing. First one player and then another took pot shots at goal, but as soon as the ball was cleared away the Everton halves and backs sent it forward again. Eventually Wood broke away with a dashing run, and showed great pace in his race up the field, but just as he was on the point of shooting, the exorable referee pulled him up for infringing the offside rule. He certainly got in his shot, but even that went high over the crossbar. The visitors came again on one or two occasions, but they failed to strike terror into the hearts of the Everton players. Beats attempted a breakaway, but Chadwick nipped in and robbed the Wolverhampton centre, the ball travelling to the home right, when Bell shot over the bar. Nearing the interval, play slowed down a trifle, Henderson making an effort for the visitors, but being unceremoniously treated by Stewart, who sent forward to Milward. The last-named, however, was unable to keep possession, the leather being worked to the right, where, after another ineffectual shie by Bell. Latta received from Milward, the last-named meeting the return and scoring a second goal with a beautiful shot. Some really clean kicking was then display by the respective backs and half-backs, who thoroughly excelled themselves in this respect. Eventually the Wolves gained the upper hand, and went with a swing to within shooing distance of Hillman, where Wood dashed to the front and shot at the Everton goalkeeper, who nimbly jumped up and diverted the course of the ball, but at the expense of a corner. This being cleared after a stiff tussle, the Everton forwards broke away in a rare swinging movement, and then Bell outstripped his comrades, slipped past his opponents, and went like a flash to within a short distance of goal, where he took deliberate aim and shot, but wide- hard lines indeed. A weak goal kick caused an immediate resumption of the home attack, Hartley coming very near the mark with a low shot. After a throw in by Stewart, Bell was given yet another chance a magnificent fast shot by the Everton right winger just grazing the top of the crossbar. Following a visit to the home end, during which Stewart and Arridge were prominent in defence, Latta and Bell got off in company, the inside man being grassed while on the point of shooting. The last feature of the first half was a fine shot from Milward, who missed by a couple of inches, Everton leading at the interval by 2 goals to nil.
Play was resumed before quite 15,000 spectators the stands presenting a much better appearance than at the commencement. Hartley restarted, the first movement being towards Baugh, who cleared cleverly. The Wolves then came down on the right, a beautiful cross from Tonks giving Black a chance for a shot, and although he made the best use of his opportunity, Hillman’s charge remained intact. The Wolves then tried a movement on the left, but Black sent the leather into touch. A free kick against Everton looked ominous, but the next moment the same sauce was served to the visitors, the result being that the home front rank moved up in line, Latta having a fine opportunity, but being somewhat pressed, he shot wide of the mark. Directly afterwards, Bell gave the leather to his righthand partner, but he was spoiled before he could get in his shot. Baugh stopped another raid, but the Evertonians would not be denied and swooped around the Wolves’ citadel. Following a long spell of fruitless attacking by Everton, Hartley was preparing for a shot when Rose rushed out and gave what proved to be a fruitless corner. Chadwick placed finely, but the danger was cleared. The home left wing pair, who had been comparatively idle for a time, now got smartly to work, Chadwick backheeling to Milward when tackled by Baugh, but “Alf” did not succeed in driving in the desire direction. The visitors now worked hard, Beats making some fine efforts to get off, but Boyle stuck so closely to the Wolves’ centre that every effort was nipped in the bud. Everton made play on the right, where Latta was beaten by Dunn, but shortly afterwards the last-named player was pulled up for foul play. The free kick availed the homesters nothing, Henderson and Peaks breaking away, the ball being then sent to Beats, who again parked with it, Wood and Black taking up the move. Here Arridge put forth his powers, with the result that the attacking force came to be hold in check. The Evertonians swarmed up again, right, left, and centre doing brilliant execution, but the final effort ended in smoke, as did a couple more onslaughts which were made by the home team during the next two minutes of play. Tonks beat Arridge, but Stewart came to the rescue, sending forward to Milward, who ran a neck-and-neck race with Owen, but finally sending outside. Rose was now bombarded, the Everton left wing pair playing a magnificent game, and keeping Baugh, Owen and Malpass fully employed, and certainly the visitors showed splendid defence. Towards the close Everton attacked strongly. Chadwick sending in a staging shot, but the result remained unaltered, the Wolves being defeated by 2 goals to nil. Teams;-
Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Latta, Bell, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Wanderers- Rose, goal; Baugh and Dunn, backs; Nurse, Malpass, and Owen, half-backs; Tonks, Henderson, Beats, Wood, and Griffin, forwards.
EVERTON COMBINATION v NEWTOWN
The Liverpool Daily Post- Monday, November 4, 1895
At Newtown on Saturday. The game opened fast, the Everton laying hot siege to the Welsh goal. After twenty minutes play McInnes scored for Everton. A second goal followed five minutes later off Hill, Mainman directly afterwards shooting a third. McInnes scored a fourth and fifth. The Welshmen failed to get through, and at half-time the score stood at five goals to none in favour of Everton. Final;- Everton 8 goals, Newtown nil.
EVERTON FOOTBALL CLUB-TO-DAY’S CHARITY MATCH
The Liverpool Daily Post, Tuesday, November 5, 1895
The final arrangements have been made for the great charity match and firework display at Goodison park this evening. West Bromwich Albion have intimated that their full League team will represent them, and we understand that, without exception, the whole of the members of the Everton league team requested to be allowed to play in this game. When we remember the eagerness which footballers show to possess themselves of medals, we can safely prophesy that those who visit Goodison Park will not be disappointed with the game they will witness and as it is to be played under quite unusual conditions, there will be doubt be a “bumper” gate should the weather prove favourable. The match is a fairly big item for an evening entertainment, but there is to be no stinting the programme, and in addition to the match all the arrangements have been made to conclude with a wonderful display of fireworks. The evening is an appropriate one for this item, and we understand the show will be an extremely fine one and will be worth seeing. We hope that for the sake of the charities there will be a good gate, and a handsome surplus to hand over. The kick-off is arranged for 6.45, and the teams are;-
Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Latta, Bell, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards.
West Bromwich Albion;- Reader, goal; Williams, and J. Horton, backs; T. Perry, Higgins, and Bankes, half-backs; Bassett, McLeod, Hutchinson, Kelsey, and Paddock, forwards.
EVERTON v. SHEFFIELD UNITED
The return League match between the above will take place at Bramall-lane, Sheffield, on Saturday next. The following team will leave the Central Station at 11.35 on Saturday morning;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Bell, Hartley, Cameron, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards.
EVERTON 4 WEST BROMWICH ALBION 1
November 6 1895. The Liverpool Mercury
The directors of the Everton Football Club, who are ever to the fore in the cause of our local charities, again came forward, last night in a well deserved effort to benefit the Liftboat Funds and the various Hospitals of our city. It was extremely unfortunate that the weather upon the last occasion as upon this, was all against a bumper attendance, but notwithstanding the adverse conditions they are to be congratulated on having a fairly hearty response to their efforts. The proceedings on this occasion took the form of a friendly football match between Everton and west Bromwich Albion, followed by a firework display, As showing the spirit and desire to aid a good causes by our leading local club, we may mention that they return the compliment by playing a charity match at West Bromwich for a similar object. In spite of miserable conditions of the weather, the enclosure was fairly well patronised, and early visitors were entaintained by a poplar selection of music rendered by the band of the Boys Refuge. The rain lucklily abated about ten minutes before the commencement of the match, and visitors trooped in freely. The wells lights were an undoubted success, and the game could be followed with a fair amount of ease. Everton won by four goals to one, every player seemingly entering into spirit of the novel conditions under which, they were playing. To ordinary observers the game was an attractive one in many ways. First and foremost the play was characterized by an mount of esprit not often attendant in the usual run of friendlies, and the intrinsic merit of the display was little below a hotly contested League engagement. A criticism of the players would be indidous, as all worked with a will from start to finish, and evidently met with a desire to do justice both to the spectators and the cause they were supporting. The Everton left wing pair as usual outshone their opponents, and a word praise is also due to Hillman for his display goal. While Albion right positions throughout left nothing to be desired. Hartley scored the first for Everton on the call of half time, and on turning round Milward added a couple, and Bell closed the account with a fourth, while a smart piece of play towards the close gave the Albion their only point. we are pleased to state that the Everton directors, showing their public spirit, are giving medals to the winning team as a memento, and it is satisfactory that our locals have the honour of their possession. The proceeding conclued by a firework display by Messrs Pain, under the superintendence of Mr. Ramsbottom Liverpool, which went off with great success. Our local charities will obtain some little support, and it is a matter of regret that what would have undoubtedly proved a most enjoyable affair was only marred by the inclement weather
Teams Everton: - Hillman, goal, Adams and Arridges, backs, Goldie, Boyle (captain), and Stewart, halfbacks Latta, Bell, Hartley, Chadwick and Milward, forwards. West Bromwich Albion: - Reader, goal, Williams and Horton, backs, Perry (t), Higgins, Banks, halfbacks, Bassett (captain), McLeod, Hutchinson, Kelsey, and Paddock forwards .
GUY FAWKES’ NIGHT AT GOODISON PARK
The Liverpool Daily Post- Wednesday, November 6, 1895
A NOVEL FOOTBALL MATCH
The Everton Football Club deserve every credit for the effort they made last might in placers novel entertainment on their ground at Goodison Park, but to ensure success an important desideratum is necessary- namely, fine weather. This, however, the club could not ensure, whatever else they might succeed in. the show part took of a football match, the ground being luminated buy sixteen of Wells light, and so this part of the programme was concerned things were all right, for the light was as bright as day; but the atmospheric conditions were as had as they could be, especially for the firework display to follow. Rain commenced to fail early in the afternoon, and continued to descend in torrent and the look-out so far as benefiting the charities was a poor one. However, there were evidently about 6,000 enthusiasts ready to brave anything and it was certainly astonishing to find so many people present, and the institutions-Hospital Saturday Fund, the Liverpool branch of the National Lifeboat and the Stanley Hospital- will receive some benefit. The football match, the winners of which were receive gold medals provided by the Everton Club was between the League teams of Everton and West Bromwich Albion, and the play was really excellent, a good fast game resulting. Within a minute or so by half-time Hartley scored for the home club and ends were changed with 1 goal to nil against the visitors. In the second half Milward scored twice and Bell once, and just before the finish Albion put on a point, Everton thus winning by 4 goals to 1. The fireworks consisted of several very fine set pieces in the form of sun and war devices the falls of Niagara, mechanical football player, an eruption of Mount Vesuvius, &c., the arrangement being under the direction of Mr. E. Ramsbottom, of Liverpool. There is not the slightest doubt that if the weather had been propitious Guy Fawkes’ Night at Goodison Park would have been a huge success.
THE LIVERPOOL THEATRICAL GALA
The Liverpool Daily Post-Friday, November 8, 1895
A report having become current that the directors of the Everton Football club had decided not to hold a theatrical gala on their ground this season for the benefit of local charities, as has been done for some years past, the committee of the Liverpool Football Club have expressed their desire to take up the show, sooner than allow it to lapse. Nothing, however, is decided in the matter yet, but something definite, we understand, will be done at the next committee meeting.
TAYLOR
The Glasgow Evening Post-Friday, November 8, 1895
The statement that Taylor St. Mirren, has entered into an agreement with Everton is said to be groundless.
TO-DAYS TEAM ARRANGEMENTS
The Liverpool Daily Post-Saturday, November 9, 1895
Everton v. Sheffield United at Bramall-lane, Sheffield. Central Station, 11.35.
Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Bell, Hartley, Cameron, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards.
Everton Combination v. Northwich Victoria, at Goodison Park; 2.45.
Everton Combination;- Cook, goal; McDonald and Storrier, backs; Kelso, Meiklejohn, and Elliott, half-backs; Reay, Hill, Mainman, Handford, and Schofield, forwards.
EVERTON AND DISTRICT APPLIANCE
St. Domingo v Everton Albion, on ground of former.
SHEFFIELD UNITED 1 EVERTON 2
November 11 1895. The Liverpool Courier
The Everton team visited Sheffield on Saturday to play the return League engagement. There had been heavy rains in the district during the week, and the ground was in sodden conditions. There would be about 6,000 spectators present when the teams put in an appearance and faced as follows: - Everton: - Hillman, goal, Adams, and Arridges backs, Goldie, Boyle (captain), and Stewart, halfbacks, Bell, McInnes, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Sheffield United: - Foulkes, Hill, and Cain, backs Howell, Needham and Jones, halfbacks, Yates (s), Gambles Hammond, Frew, and Watson, forwards . Everton started against a slight breeze, and following some tame play about midfield, where several of the men vied with each others efforts to kept their feat, Needham opened out the play for Yates on the right, and after Adams had been beset by Watson a corner followed which resulted, which resulted in Howell driving over the line. Then following a fine movement between Hartley, McInnes, and Bell, but the latter was unfortunately offside. On returning again Cain only kept Bell out by means of a fine overhead kick, which resulted in Watson making the running to the other end, and testing Hillman with a high swift shot, which was ably attended to. For some little time Needham was successful in keeping the visiting line at bay, but eventually Chadwick and Milward raced down, only to find Hill in readiness. Then followed a nice movement all along the United line, and they eventually swooped down on Hillman's charge, and after stiff bully in front the ball came out to Hammond, who made a most foeble attempt to put it through. Getting to work again Adams headed out a WARM SHOT FROM Watson, and then play for some little time settled down in midfield. Mcinnes broke off and screwed in beautifully, but Foulkes happened to be in the right spot for saving and a second effort on the part of the inside right was worthy of better deserts as under difficulties he shot in Needham in attempting to clear nearly put the ball into the net. The next item was a strong rush down to the Everton goal, and Hillman caused considerable confusement to the crowd by the cool manner in which, he edged off a couple of opponents and then cleared the ball. A free kick against McInnes gave Jones a choice of placing the ball well in front of goal, and Following a short skirmish Hammond put it into the net, play having been in progess about half an hour. On resuming a miskick by Hill let in the Everton forwards, and aftersome smart work in which, Bell, Hartley, and Milward had a hand, the last named equalised. The United looked like taking the lead again, as Stewart was pulled up and the goal blocked, but bad shooting spiled their chance, and immediately afterwards, Arridge gave relief by driving the ball across to bell, and with McInnes in attendance Foulke's charge was reached. Milward sent in a fine shot along the ground, and it took the custodian's best efforts to reach it, and with the ball cleared the whistle announced the interval with the score 1 goal each. The second half opened in very brisk fashion, and it was quite apparent that the Evertonians meant to force the game. Chadwick shot in, and the ball appeared to be over the line, but the referee ruled otherwise, and after a persistence pressure, against which, Hill, Cain, and foulkes, was fine defenders. Needham raced down in very clever fashion until Goldie stayed his career and placed the ball nicely to Bell without, however, any effective result. A miskick by Goldie gave Adams some trouble, but the ball was got a way, and Milward sprinted down on the left, and on parting, Cain and McInnes made for the ball, and the former only partially got it away, Hartley was in readiness and banged it into the net thus giving his side the lead. From this point on to the end of the game there was only one team in it, and that was certainly not the United. The visiting forwards played with refreshing vigour and how the home custodian got away repeated shots, were simply marvellous. Towards the close of play, Yates made a big effort, and having all opponents down the wing, he put in a beautiful centre, which would most likely have met with reward had not gambles been in the way. No further scoring was done, and Everton won by 2 goals to 1.
EVERTON RESERVES 7 NORTHWICH VICTORIA 0
November 11 1895. The Liverpool Courier
Played at Goodison Park. The opening stages of the game were fairly evening, but at length the Evertonians began to work well together and after several invasions of the Victoria goal, Mainman had a clear opening, and took full advantage of it. For some little time the home van attacked presently but Stanley and Douglas the visiting full backs, met their efforts fairly well, and it was not until getting close on the interval that Schofield headed into the net from a fine centre by Reay. Latta next had a shot which, Smith very ably attended to, but scoring was again left for Mainman, who beat Smith with a beautiful shot, and then Reay added another which left the Blues leaders at half time by 4 goals to nil. The second half was altogther in favour of the home side, who kept up a heavy pressure throughout. Latta further increased the lead. And later on Scholfield and Reay added goals. Everton eventually won by 7 goals to nil. Played 7, won 6, Lost o, drawn 1, for 35 against & Points 13
EVERTON 1 SUNDERLAND 0
Novemeber The Liverpool Courier
Although the weather was altogether unfavourable for the pursuit of outdoor sport on Saturday, there was a crowd of about 25,000 spectators at Everton, who braved the elements, and withstood the discomfort of a heavy downpourt which, fell with but for assertions during the game. The visit of the Wearsiders is always looked forward to and there is no gainsaying the fact that when they appear at Goodison Park they prove the most profitable draw of the season. Both clubs have been mending considerably of late, and never perhaps had the issue of a game been a more open one than on Saturday. Both clubs relied upon the same teams that had done so well on the previous Saturday, and at 2-45 took up their positions as follows: - Everton: - Hillman, goal, Adams and Arridge, backs, Goldie Boyle (captain), and Stewart, halfbacks, Bell, McInnes, Hartley, Chadwick and Milward forwards. Sunderland: - Doig, goal, Gow, and Gibson backs, Wilson, McCreadie, and Johnston, halfbacks, Gillespie, Miller, Campbell, Hannah (d), and Scott forwards. The Sunderland skipper had the choice of ends, and Hartley put the ball in motion against a fair breeze. Chadwick and Milward were the first to make progess, but it was not sustained, and following a neat sprint by Gillespie, supplemented by some good halfback play by Wilson the home defence was severely tested. A free kick further the Wearsiders when Goldie cleared powerfully and after some splendid passing by the Everton forwards, Bell had a clear opening, but unfortunately shot over the bar. A foul against Hartley caused the Evertonians to beat a retreat especially so as Gow placed the ball well in front of Hillman when Stewart stepped across and foiling Campbell, put Milward and Chadwick in possession. Pretty combination between this pair resulted in the outside man sending in a shot which just grazed the bar, and from the goalkick Bell ran brilliantly down the right, but was not well supported and McCreadie transferred to Miller, who in conjunction with Gillespie reached the other end, whence Arridge and Adams had plenty of work in hand. The ball eventually came to McCreadie, who sent in a rasping shot which Hillman ably cleared, and after Bell had again made the running, Chadwick fastened on the ball, and levelled a beautiful shot at Doig, who cleared in most clever fashion. Matters now looked threatening for the home side, as Boyle was penalised close in, but Miller and Campbell were too previous in their situration to Hillman and from the free kick the Evertonians were again in possession. Milward finished wide, as also did Bell, and McCreadie put in a magnificent shot, which, took Hillman all his time to get safely away. Again bell made a big attempt to get through, but Gibson had the better of the race, and his final touch was wide. At this juncture the Evertonians held a powerful lead, and three corners were forced in quick succession. Bell a moment later unfortunately, lay offside, and on Gillespie leading the way to the other en, both Wilson and Johnston had a shot at Hillman but neither was successful. Goldie who had been playing a successful game against Scott and Hannah placed the ball beautifully into the goalmouth, and from a second attempts a few minutes later he justed skimmed the bar from long range, A movement by McInnes and Bell fairly roused the spectators to enthusiasm, which reached a climax on Chadwick almost springing a down fall from a most difficult position. McInnes fairly troubled Gibson and forced a corner, and after Doig had saved Goldie shot strongly along the ground, but there were too many Sunderland defenders to allow of his attempt making effort. In close following it looked odds on Campbell taking the lead but challenged by Adams, who back heeled the ball, and upset the Sunderland centre at the same time gave Hillman relief, and within a few seconds Stewart put in a fine dropping shot which, called forDoig's best efforts to clear. A couple of shots from Gillespie which gave the home custodian but little trouble, were the concluding items of the first portion of play, and wends were changed without any thing having been scored. On resuming the Sunderlands forwards got off, a great stride, and a shot from Campbell all but took effect, as it glided over the line from the upright but on the burly custodian kicking out from goal the home left made the running, and a long shot from Milward just required a little carl to carry it into the net. Immediately afterwards Boyle fouled Campbell when close in, and how the ball reached the net without touching any of the players who simply blocked the goal was marvellous. Rain now poured down in torrents, but it had no effect whatever, on play pr players, and the pace, if anything was hotter than at any other point Of the game. Hannah and Scott had the better of Goldie, but failed against Adams, and on Goldie a little later sending across to Chadwick the last named player just missed the mark by the nearest shave. A miskick by Adams looked ominous, and following a severe pressure Sunderland took a couple of fruitless corners. The ball was quickly at the other end, and Bell drove in a splendid oblique shot, which screwed of Doigs hands into the net as Milward rushed up to put on the finishing touches. This success seemed to infuse new life into both teams in a determined fashion but if anything the home forwards maintained a lead and shots by Boyle, Bell, and Chadwick were raised in upon Doig, who, however, was in splendid form. The closing stages were in favour of Everton, but no further scoring took place and Everton won a hard game end ended in favour of Everton by 1 goal to nil.
EVERTON v SHEFFIELD UNITED
The Liverpool Daily Post- Monday, November 11, 1895
The Everton team journeyed eastward on Saturday morning for the purpose of fulfilling their return engagements with Sheffield United. It will be remembered that when the two teams met in October Everton were victorious by 5 goals to nothing. The Sheffield skipper won the toss, and Hartley started towards the Bramall-lane end, before about 6,000 spectators. The Everton men at Hammond troubled the visitors. Frew coming in and lowering the Everton colours after about half an hour’s play, Bell sent in from the right, Hartley missing the centre, but Milward crossed in from the left, and netted the ball about a couple of minutes after Sheffielders’ success. Half-time was sounded with the score level at one goal each. The attendance had greatly increased by the time the teams changed ends some 10,000 being present. Chadwick put the ball in the centre, Hartley meeting it and scoring the second goal for Everton, amid the cheers of the supporters. Everton by 2 goals to 1. Teams;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Bell, McInnes, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. United; Foulkes, goal; Hill and Cain, backs; Howell, Needham, and Jones, half-backs; Yates, Gambles, Hammond, Frew, and Watson, forwards.
FOOTBALL NOTES
The Liverpool Mercury-Monday, November 11, 1895
The climatic conditions on Tuesday evening last were altogether against the success of the venture of the Everton directors towards the cause of charity. The match with West Bromwich Albion, played under the rays of Well’s lights, exceeded expectation, and was thoroughly enjoyed, and the fireworks display was, taking into consideration the state of the weather, a most successful affair. Apropos of the cause of charity, much has been written and said concerning the abandonment of the annual theatrical gala at Goodison Park. This course of action has not been definitely decided upon by the directors of the club, for the matter is to be brought up for final decision this evening, and it is hoped that arrangements for its reputation this season will be proceeded with. However, should they not see their way clear to engage in the enterprise, we are informed that the Liverpool Club are both ready and willing to carry on the scheme, which in previous seasons has been productive of so many beneficial results. That the Everton team are on the mend was demonstrated in a marked manner on Saturday last at Bramall-lane, and though, judging by goals scored, the victory was but narrow, the general run of the play warranted a very much larger margin in favour of Everton. Had Foulkes one of his off days, or had he even played an ordinary game, the goal average of our locals would undoubtedly have had a welcome fillip. The ground was in a very heavy state, consequently upon the almost unceasing downpours through the week, and in the opening stages of the game it was with the greatest difficulty that the players could keep their feet. After a tame opening the pace was forced to a high pitch, and it was at once apparent that the better stayers would win. Both custodians had an early intimation that their best efforts would be necessary, and as these were forthcoming one can readily imagine, in the first portion of the game at any rate, an even, interesting, and on the whole a high-class display. Later developments, however, disclosed weak spots in the ranks of the United, while the visitors improved immensely as the play progressed, and during the last half hour they would be doughty opponents that could have extracted quarter from the Blues. The only really telling work in the forward play of the United was accomplished by the outside men, and while they were fresh the Everton defence had many an anxious time. Both put in some beautiful individual work, which, of course, could not go on for ever, and when they did part with the ball it was almost invariably to Everton’s advantage. There was very little, if any, inequality in the work of the visiting forwards. Their passing was neat, timely, and accurate, and it was quite a treat to follow the movements of the quintet as they made for goal. Dallying with the ball was reduced to a minimum. There was harmony in almost every movement, and the directors will be ill advised if they disturb the attacking line as constituted on Saturday last. It was this division mainly that led on to success, and there was a distinct improvement, on the right wing that has caused so much anxiety this season. The other departments of the game presented no particularly contrast, and the methods of play under the existing conditions were worked out to a successful issue. The home side obtained the first goal from a melee in front, following upon hands against McInnes, but they were not destined to hold the lead long, for Milward almost immediately equalised, after some excellent work by the centre, and on turning round, after many ineffectual assaults. Hartley scored the winning goal. Coming to the players, and dealing first with the Everton forwards, they must all be complimented upon their sedulous attention to the ball. Waiting for opportunities was altogether foreign to their programme, and if they are in a similar mood on Saturday next, when they meet the Sunderland team, a victory is a foregone conclusion. Hartley was a very capable centre, and he was most ably assisted by the inside men. It is a pleasing duty to chronicle the return to form of McInnes, who, with Bell, proved a very resourceful and dangerous right wing. The latter player divulged many fine touches of play, and his shooting at goal was precise and accurate and the home custodian was on more than one occasion extremely fortune in repelling shots from this quarter. Chadwick and Milward were as ubiquitous as ever, and by their brilliant display they frequently called forth the plaudits of the spectators. The strength of the Everton attack was more marked towards the close of the game, when there were quite seven or eight shots levelled at goal in almost as many minutes, and it was simply marvellous how they were kept out. One shot, propelled by Milward appeared to have taken effect, and the appeal was pretty general, but the referee ruled otherwise. Boyle and Stewart played a sound game, but Goldie was weak. Nevertheless there was not much to find fault with in this department, but they held a distinct advantage in not often being seriously tested. Arridge was again a great success; his chipping in after a race for possession, and eventually placing the ball well in front, delighted the crowd to the full, and his partner also got through his work in able fashion, seeing that he was playing behind the weakest half. Hillman had a few nasty knocks during the game, but they apparently had no effect upon him, as he kept his charge in his best style. The United executive were somewhat in difficulties with regard to the personnel of their team. Several absentees owing to indisposition and injury did not enhance their prospect of victory much, and with one exception the new inclusions were not up to standard. The forward play, or, rather, that portion of the play that led up to incisive attack, was shared by Yates on the outside right and Watson on the left. They had, however, to make their own game, as they received but indifferent assistance from the inside men. Watson and Yates went off on their own account, and they took some stopping when fairly under way, the latter several times nearly bringing about an equaliser. This was the less effort of the game, and it was a truly creditable one, as he raced down the right and centred the ball when considerably hampered, and had Gambles not been in the way Hammond could scarcely have missed scoring. The centre was rarely seen to advantage. He opened out many movements but with weakness both right and left of him, he had perforce to swing the ball out to the wings and burst to occasional centres. Needham played a sterling half back game, and but for his quota the United would undoubtedly have had a severe trouncing. Howell and Jones played fairly well, and at full back Hill, a local lad who filled the right back position, did exceptionally well. He played a fearless game, and kicked with fairly good judgement, while Cain also tackled and cleared with great success. Foulkes kept goal in a masterly fashion, and without taking any gilt off his performance it must be confessed that he was lucky in the latter portion of the game in meeting shots from Bell, Hartley, and Chadwick, not to mention the long drive by Arridge which was passing through as he reached it.
EVERTON v SHEFFIELD UNITED
The Liverpool Mercury, Monday, November 11, 1895
The Everton team visited Sheffield on Saturday to play the return League engagement. There had been heavy rains in the district during the week, and the ground was in a sodden condition. There would be about 6,000 spectators present when the teams put in an appearance and faced as follow;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Bell, McInnes, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Sheffield United;- Foulkes, goal; Hill and Cain, backs; Howell, Needham, and Jones, half-backs; S. Yates, Gambles, Hammond, Frew, and Watson, forwards. Everton started against a slight breeze, and following some tame play about midfield, where several of the men vied with each other in efforts to keep their feet, Needham opened out the play for Yates on the right, and after Adams had been beset by Watson a corner followed, which resulted in Howell driving over the line. Then followed a fine movement between Hartley, McInnes, and Bell, but the latter was unfortunately offside. On returning again Cain only kept Bell out by means of a fine overhead kick, which resulted in Watson making the running to the other end, and testing Hillman with a high, swift shot, which was ably attended to. For some little time Needham was successful in keeping the visiting line at bay, but eventually Chadwick and Milward raced down, only to find Hill in readiness. Then followed a nice movement all along the United line, and they eventually swooped down on Hillman’s charge, and after a stiff bully in front of the ball came out to Hammond, who made a most feeble attempt to put it through. Getting to work again Adams headed out a warm shot from Watson, and then play for some little time settled down in midfield. McInnes broke off and screwed in beautifully, but Foulkes happened to be in the right spot for saving, and a second effort on the part of the inside right was worthy of better deserts, as under difficulties he shot in just a trifle above the bar. Bell tried his luck, and Needham in attempting to clear nearly put the ball into the net. The next item was a strong rush down to the Everton goal, and Hillman caused considerable amusement to the crowd by the cool manner in which he edged off a couple of opponents and then cleared the ball. A free kick against McInnes gave Jones a chance of placing the ball well in front of goal, and following a short skirmish Hammond put it into the net, play having been in progress about half an hour. On resuming, a miskick by Hill let in the Everton forwards, and after some smart work, in which Bell, Hartley, and Milward had a hand, the last-named equalised. The United looked like taking the lead again, as Stewart was pulled up and the goal blocked, but bad shooting spoiled their chance, and immediately afterwards Arridge gave relief by driving the ball across to Bell, and with McInnes in attendance Foulkes’s charge was reached. Milward sent in a fine shot along the ground, and it took the custodian’s best efforts to reach it, and with the ball cleared the whistle announced the interval with the score 1 goal each. The second half opened in very brisk fashion, and it was quite apparent that the Evertonians meant to force the game. Chadwick shot in, and the ball appeared to be over the line, but the referee ruled otherwise, and after a persistence pressure, against which Hill, Cain, and Foulkes were fine defenders, Needham raced down in very clever fashion until Goldie stayed his career and placed the ball nicely to Bell, without, however, any effect result. A miskick by Goldie gave Adams some trouble, but the ball was got away, and Milward sprinted down on the left, and on parting Cain and McInnes made for the ball, and as the former only partially got it away Hartley was in readiness and banged it into the net, thus giving his side the lead. From this point on to the end of the game there was only one team in it, and that was certainly not the United. The visiting forwards played with refreshing vigour, and how the home custodian got away repeated shots was simply marvellous. Towards the close of play Yates made a big effort, and having beaten all opposition down the wing he put in a beautiful centre, which would most likely have met with reward had not Gambles been in the way. No further scoring was done, and Everton won by 2 goals to 1.
EVERTON v. NORTHWICH VICTORIA
The Liverpool mercury- Monday, November 11, 1895
Played at Goodison Park. The opening stages of the game were fairly even, but at length the Evertonians began to work well together, and after several invasions of the Victorians goal Mainman had a clear opening, and took full advantage of it. For some little time the home van attacked persistently, but Stanley and Douglas the visiting full backs, met their efforts fairly well, and it was not until getting close on to the interval that Schofield headed into the net from a fine centre by Reay. Latta next had a shie which Smith very ably attended to, but scoring was again left for Mainman, who beat Smith with a beautiful shot, and then Reay added another, which left the Blues leaders at half time by 4 goals to nil. The second half was altogether in favour of the home side, who kept up a heavy pressure throughout. Latta further increased the lead, and later on Schofield and Reay added goals, Everton eventually winning by 7 goals to nil.
SHEFFIELD UNITED SURPRISED AT HOME
The Athletic News -Monday, Monday November 11, 1895
By Nemo
Sheffield United, after an absence of a month, during which they had been suffering defeat after defeat, and falling lower and lower in the League list, were at home to Everton on Saturday, and were welcomed by about 8,000 people. But their tide of ill-fortune has not yet turned, and the Evertonians, who won at Goodison Park in the first match earlier in the season succeeded in getting a couple more points out of the Sheffielders. Yates made his reappearance on the outside right for the United, after a lengthy absence owing to an injury. The teams were as follows;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Bell, McInnes, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Sheffield United;- Foulkes, goal; Hill and Cain, backs; Howell, Needham, and Jones, half-backs; Yates, Gambles, Hammond, Frew, and Watson, forwards. Referee; Mr. J.H. Strawson. United won the toss, but had little benefit thereby, there being no wind or sun to make any difference. At first play was of an even and somewhat uneventful charcater. Watson tested Hillman was a long curling shot, which nearly sent the ball through the top corner of the visitors’ goal, and at the other end McInnes aimed a stinger, straight and fast, to Foulkes. In each case, however, the custodian was up to his business, and saved. There was very little excitement about the early stages of the play, and the people never had occasion for a real hearty shout for full half an hour. Then, however, during a sharp assault on the Everton goal, Frew neatly popped the ball past Hillman. First goal to United made their friends jubilant and hopeful of victory, but the visitors set about their wok now with greater dash, and only three minutes had elapsed before they equalised, Milward doing the trick with a fine fast shot, against which Foulkes had no chance. The referee had not noticed that the ball had been out before Bell centred it, and so the goal was disallowed. Play proceeded in fairly even fashion up to half-time. The United goal had several narrow escapes, whilst on the other hand Gambles had a fine chance of giving the home team the lead, but with only the goalkeeper to face he shot wide. So the interval came with the score still level- one goal each. From the way in which the Sheffielders began the second half they looked like winning, but the Everton defence kept steady and repelled their dashes. Play livened up considerably, and during the whole of the second half was fast and interesting. The Evertonians had the advantage, though, and about midway through the second portion, Hartley, with a lightning grounder, which Foulkes vainly tried to kick away, falling on his back through goal whilst the ball went past him into the net, put Everton a goal in front, and there the Liverpudlians stopped for the remainder of the game. Some exciting play followed, but Everton were smarter in the attack and more dangerous when near goal than were the United. The visitors had several narrow misses of adding to the score, Bell putting in a couple of grand shots, and shortly before the finish, Gambles, chance of making matters equal. He had only to kick the ball through from a clear opening, but he shot it very wide instead, and in the end Everton won by two goals to one. It was naturally a great disappointment to the friends of the United to see them lose at home, after their reverses away, but it must be admitted that Everton were the superior team on the day’s play, and the score is a very fair indication of the merits of the game. It was chiefly in attack where the Evertonians superiority lay. The United front rank played well enough, as a rule, in the open field, but near goal they were rarely dangerous. Milward and Chadwick as a pair, were the better wing, and played very well. At times Bell, McInnes, and Hartley did clever work individually, but there was little combination about their method. They shot hard when they got the chance, and in this respect one of Hartley’s efforts came off, giving Everton the victory. Stewart was the pick of a very fair trio off halves, and Arridge played the better game at back though there was little to complain of about Adams. United want more sting in their attacks. Yates did fairly well, but was by no means his old self. Hammond and Gambles did little worthy of mention. Frew was moderate, and Watson was the best of the forwards, playing a good, sound, if not exactly brilliant game. Needham played admirably at centre-half, where he appears now instead of left-half back, Walter Hill played well at back, and during Thickett’s long absence by reason of illness the reserve man makes a capable partner for Cain. Everton had not much the best of the argument, perhaps but their victory was cleverly worked for, and well earned.
LIVERPOOL DISTRICT AND NOTES
The Athletic News- Monday November 11, 1895
By the Loiterer
The charity match at Goodison Park on Tuesday night was spoiled by the bad weather. That is financially, which, after all was the main object, but the football match between Everton and West Bromwich proved a well-contested one, Everton winning by four gaols to one. For a “friendly” the play was much above the average, and we Liverpudlians wonder, after what we have seen from the West Bromwich players, how it is they are so far down on the list. There was a fire-works display afterwards, and I have no doubt another event will be arranged for the benefit of the hospitals. There would not be much to hand over.
The Everton Combination team gave Northwich Victoria a severe drubbing, scoring as they liked, and winning by seven goals to none.
WILLIAMS
Luton Times and Advertiser-Friday 15 November 1895
There has been a good deal of talk of a “class” goalkeeper for Luton, and I understand Williams of Everton has been signed on by the Town committee. Since he was displayed by Hillman, Williams has been resting as Reserve. He has lately injured his finger, and but for this, would have been in Luton some days ago. Williams will play in goal for us against Kettering next Monday, but at the time of writing, it is uncertain whether he will appear at Reading. Anyway, a man of such a high reputation ought to satisfy the most exacting Lutonian, and I congratulate the committee on their choice.
JOEY EDWARDS
Birkenhead News- Saturday 16 November 1895
I hear that Joey Edwards who has played centre-forward this with the Ellesmere Port team, is to play for Everton Combination against Chester in that position today (Saturday). What is the Port’s less is Edwards gain and we wish him good luck in his venture, although his loss will be keenly felt in the Port’s front rank.
THE THEATTICAL FOOTBALL GALA
The Liverpool Daily Post- Saturday, November 16, 1895
A numerously attended meeting of gentlemen interested in the promotion of a theatrical football gala was held at the Alexandra Hotel, Dale-street, yesterday afternoon. Alderman John Houlding was temporarily voted to the chair. It was unanimously decided to hold a gala on the Anfield-road ground during the present season, in aid of certain Liverpool charities in proportions to be hereafter defined. Alderman Houlding was elected chairman, and Mr. Joseph West, hon, secretary. Mr. George Mahon was pressed to take an official position in connection with the undertaking, but he declined, and took advantage of the opportunity to make a personal explanation. He said he considered that the object of such a match was vastly superior to any question of personal sentimentality, or club partisanship. He had been connected with the theatrical galas held under the auspicious of the Everton Football Club for the past three years, acting most of the time as chairman of the committee. The position was now altered, inasmuch as the Everton directors had decided to abandon these galas, for reasons best known to themselves. He greatly regretted that the directors had not, before coming to their final decision, communicated with gentlemen outside to ascertain whether the latter were willing to undertake the work of arranging the gala, even without the assistance of the directors. He was pleased, however, that these galas were not going to be exterminated, and that so worthy a cause was to be perpetuated. It was immaterial to him from what source that perpetuation emanated, and he should have pleasure in giving every assistance in his power in a matter which was intended for the benefit of the Liverpool charities. These considerations had led him to identify himself with the present movement, and with harmonious and energetic action he saw no reason why the coming gala should not eclipse all its predecessors (applause). It was decided to request the Lord Major to become the president, and a deputation was appointed to wait upon the lessees of the different Liverpool theatres to seek their co-operation. The meeting was adjourned for a week.
TO-DAY’S TEAM ARRANGEMENTS
Everton v Sunderland, at Goodison Park; 2.45, Everton- Hillman, goal; Adams, Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Bell, McInnes, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards.
Sunderland; Doig, goal; Gow and Gibson, backs; Wilson, McReaddie, and Johnson, half-backs; Gillespie, Miller, Campbell, Hannah, and Scott, forwards.
Everton Combination v. Chester, at Chester.
Everton Combiantion- Cook, goal; McDonald, and Storrier, backs; Kelso, Meiklejohn, and Elliott, half-backs; Reay, Latta, Williams, Flewitt, and Schofield, forwards.
CHESTER 0 EVERTON RESERVES 3
November 18 1895.
No details
KELSO AND HIS TRADUCERS
The Liverpool Daily Post- Monday, November 18, 1895
We have received the following from Mr. R. Kelso, with a request to publish it;-
You will be aware that for some time past certain statements have been circulated through the public Press reflecting on the honesty of my play and my behaviour towards the Everton Club. The directors at once of their meetings informed me of the charge that had been made against me, and promised to give me every possible assistance to have the matter investigated, and proved or otherwise. At the meeting of the directors held on Monday last I was able to bring before them the originator of the slander, and two others who had interested themselves in circulating it. The result of the interview was that both the originator and thew two industrious circulators admitted that the statement was a libel, and, further, they have since handed me the ample apology, of which the following is a copy.
The directors at once expressed their entire confidence in me, fully believing that there was not an atom of truth in the charge.- Yours truly. R. KELSO, (Copy of the Apology), Nov 11th, 1895
To Mr. Robert Kelso
We sincerely beg to apologise to you and the Everton Clubfor circulating reports, charging you and dishonourable conduct as a player of the Everton team, the whole of the statements being false and entirely without foundation, and we sincerely regret that your good name should have suffered so seriously at our hands.
JAMES HULM
WILLIAM McLINTOCK
JOEL MADDOCKS
ASSOCIATION NOTES
The Liverpool Mercury-Monday, November 18, 1895
The weather on Saturday was about as miserable for the follower of outdoor sport as can be imagined. High winds, accompanied by heavy downpours are not at any time calculated to allure the ordinary enthusiast from his comfortable hearth, especially when there are evidences of victory for a particular team, but when, as on Saturday at Everton, the issue was perhaps never of a more open character, and keeping in view the steady uphill and improving games in which the Evertonians and Wearsiders have lately taken part, nothing short of a domestic revolution would have prevented even the most lethargic footballer from sinking his discomfort and wending his way to Goodison-road. At the commencement of the game there would be quite 20,000 spectators present, and judging from the applause that greeted the appearance of Sunderland, the north countrymen’s supporters formed no mean proposition. The pace from the very outset was a scorcher, and that it was maintained to the close of the game on a saturated ground speaks well for the fitness of the players and the earnestness that the infused into all their movements. Both teams adopted the same style of play, and despite the adverse conditions the nicer points of the game were brought out to perfection, Low, short, and sharp passing by both sets of forwards were items that kept the spectators on good terms with themselves, and rarely indeed has a finer forward display been witnessed on the Everton ground. While the home left maintained its reputation, the work at the other end of the line has improved wonderfully, and thereby relieved the executive of considerable anxiety. The assiduous home training during the past week has not doubt had a high hand in the success of the line as during the concluding stages of the game it was apparent to even an ordinary that the greater staying power decidedly favoured the victors. It was only on very odd occasions that a wild pass was noticeable, and aimlessly swinging the ball from wing to wing- a method that leaves the game open to so much chance-was also rarely indulged in. if there was any dissimilarity at all in style it lay at half back. The work of the home trio in the main was directed to furnishing openings for their forwards, while in addition to this the Sunderland trio never lost an opportunity of shooting at goal when the slightest chance came their way. Both lines were experts in drawing opposing forwards round them until they saw a clear course for their confreres in front, and it can be safely stated that their share of the afternoon’s work was not by any means the least interesting feature of the proceedings. The honours of back play were equally divided. Timely and accurate tackling, supplemented by strong kicking, characterised the play at both ends, and the work in goal left nothing to be desired. Coming to the players, it is a difficult task to make special comments on any of them. It can only be said that they, to a man gave a magnificent and vigorous exposition of the highest character, and each appeared to be straining his very utmost to secure victory for his team. The Everton forwards were much better balanced than they have been at any time this season, both the left and right being equally good. If anything, Hartley shone less brilliantly than his colleagues in the front rank; but at the same time no fault could be found with his exhibition. He seemed to experience much greater difficulty than his fellows in keeping his feet in the second half, when the ground was in a very slippery state. He, however, got in some fine shies, and one in especial-a veritable thunderbolt- which the Sunderland goalkeeper was extremely fortunate in saving. Chadwick and Milward were as effective as ever, but it was on the right wing that improvement was most marked, Bell and McInnes working together in capital style, and there can be no doubt, following upon the fine exhibitions of the last two Saturdays, that Bell’s proper place is on the outside. The half backs were excellent and the absence of Holt was therefore little felt. Boyle stuck to the dangerous Sunderland centre forward like the proverbial leech, for rarely did he allow him an opportunity to get in a shot, and Stewart also played one of his finest games. Goldie fully justified his inclusion in the team by contributing effective work right through the game. He has certainly improved in a remarkable degree on his early performances with the team, and he has a pretty good idea of when and how to shoot at goal. Bell and Adams played brilliantly, and cleared out the Sunderland forwards time after time when they looked like popping the ball at Hillman’s charge. The custodian at times had several ticklish shots to deal with, but all were attended to in a masterly fashion. As in the case of their opponents, it can only be said of the Sunderland team that it by no means is an easy matter to individualise. The passing of the forwards was at times superb, and it was only through the excellent defence that met them that they were prevented from scoring. The outside wing men, Gillespie and Scott, were very fast, but they found themselves opposed to backs equally speedy, if not more so. Gillespie, who indulged in most of the attacking work, had several sprints down the wing with Arridge, but on every occasion the Everton had the advantage. The passing of the three inside men- Millar, Campbell, and Hannah-was very neat, but all through it did not seem to exact as that of their opponents, and the Everton halves were enabled to intercept many passes through shortcomings in this direction. The famous Sunderland half-backs played quite up to their reputation, and accounted for the Everton forwards on many occasions in very able fashion. During the first half of the game McCreadie and Wilson, in addition to sterling tackling and attention to their van, were often noticeable for several fine shots at goal, which were luckily intercepted. The two Sunderland backs were in fine form, the veteran Gow, if anything, being the more prominent. They lightened the work of Doig in no unmeasured degree and but for their very able display, in the second portion especially, the issue must have been placed beyond all doubt. Doig had numerous clever shots to negotiate and kept the goal intact for three parts of the game in splendid fashion, and the greasy nature of the ball had perhaps something to do with his being ultimately beaten.
EVERTON v SUNDERLAND
The Liverpool Mercury-Monday, November 18, 1895
Although the weather was altogether unfavourable for the pursuit of outdoor sport on Saturday, there was a crowd of about 25,000 spectators at Everton, who braved the elements and withstood the discomfort of a heavy downpour which fell with but few cessations during the game, the visit of the Wearsiders is always looked forward to, and there is no gainsaying the fact that when they appear at Goodison Park they prove the most profitable draw of the season. Both clubs have been mending considerably of late, and never, perhaps had the issue of a game been a more open one than on Saturday. Both clubs relied upon the same teams that had done so well on the previous Saturday, and at 2.45 took up their positions as follow;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Arridge and Adams, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Bell, McInnes, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Sunderland; -Doig, goal; Gow and Gibson, backs; Wilson, McCreadie, and Johnston, half-backs; Gillespie, Miller, Campbell, Hannah, and Scott, forwards. The Sunderland skipper had the choice of ends, and Hartley put the ball in motion against a fair breeze. Chadwick and Milward were the first to make progress, but it was not sustained, and following a neat sprint by Gillespie, supplemented by some good half-back play by Wilson, the home defence was severely tested. A free kick further devoured the Wearsiders, when Goldie cleared powerfully, and after some splendid passing by the Everton forwards Bell had a clear opening, but unfortunately shot over the bar. A foul against Hartley caused the Evertonians to beat a retreat, especially so as Gow placed the ball well in front of Hillman, when Stewart stepped across, and foiling Campbell, put Milward and Chadwick in possession. Pretty combination between this pair resulted in the outside man sending in a shot which just grazed the bar, and from the goal kick Bell ran brilliantly down the right, but was not well supported, and McCreadie transferred to Millar, who, in conjunction with Gillespie reached the other end, where Arridge and Adams had plenty of work on hand. The ball eventually came to McCreadie, who sent in a rasping shot, which Hillman ably cleared, and after Bell had again made the running, Chadwick fastened on the ball, and levelled a beautiful shot at Doig, who cleared in most clever fashion. Matters now looked threatening for the home side, as Boyle was penalised close in, but Miller and Campbell were too previous in their attentions to Hillman, and from the free kick the Evertonians were again in possession. Milward finished wide, as also did Bell, and McCreadie put in a magnificent shot which took Hillman all his times to get safely away. Again Bell made a big attempt to get through, but Gibson had the better of the race, and his final touch went wide. At this juncture the Evertonians held a powerful lead, and three corners were forced in quick succession. Bell a moment later, unfortunately, lay offside, and on Gillespie leading the way to the other end both Wilson and Johnston had a shie at Hillman, but neither was successful. Goldie who had been playing a successful game against Scott and Hannah, placed the ball beautifully into the goalmouth, and from a second attempt a few minutes later he just skimmed the bar from long range. A movement by McInnes and Bell fairly roused the spectators to enthusiasm, which reached a climax on Chadwick almost bringing a downfall from a most difficult position. McInnes fairly troubled Gibson and forced a corner, and after Doig had saved Goldie shot strongly along defenders to allow of his attempt taking effect. In closing following it looked long odds-on Campbell taking the lead, but challenged by Adams, who back-heeled the ball and upset the Sunderland centre’s equilibrium at the same time, gave Hillman relief, and within a few seconds Stewart put in a fine dropping shot which called for Doig’s best efforts to clear. A couple of shots from Gillespie, which gave the home custodian but little trouble, were the concluding items of the first portion of play, and ends were changed without anything having been scored. On resuming, the Sunderland forwards got off in great stride, and a shot from Campbell all but took effect, as it glided over the line from the upright, but on the burly custodian kicking out from goal, the home left made the running, and a long shot from Milward just required a little curl to carry it into the net. Immediately afterwards Campbell was fouled by Boyle when close in, and how the ball reached the net without touching any of the players who simply blocked the goal was marvellous. Rain now poured down in torrents, but is had no effect whatever on play or players, and the pace, if anything was hotter than at any other point of the game. Hannah and Scott had the better of Goldie, but failed against Adams, and on Goldie a little later sending across to Chadwick the last-named player just missed the mark by the merest shave. A miskick by Adams looked ominous, and following a severe pressure a couple of fruitless corners were taken by Sunderland. The ball was quickly at the other end, and Bell drove in a splendid oblique shot, which screwed out of Doig’s hands into the net as Milward rushed up to put on the finishing touch. This success seemed to infuse new life into both teams as they resumed in most determined fashion, but if anything the home forwards maintained a lead, and shots by Boyle, Bell and Chadwick were rained in upon Doig, who, however, was in particularly fine form. The closing stages were in favour of Everton, but further scoring was not forthcoming, and a brilliant game ended in victory for Everton by 1 goal to nil.
SPLENDID WIN FOR EVERTON
The Athletic News -Monday, November 18, 1895
By the Loiterer
I should say Sunderland are the most popular team of any with Liverpudlians, And they are always sure of a hearty welcome. Both teams have shown improved form lately, and had the weather only have been decent there would have been a huge crowd at Goodison Park. As it was there would be close on 25,000 people present, the gate receipts being £560. Last season the teams played a good game here, the home lot coming with a rush at the finish, and turning what looked like certain defeat a creditable draw. A special train brought some 400 persons from the North, and the interest in the meeting seemed to be as keen as ever. The ground was naturally on the soft side, but was in good order, and the teams were the same that have done duty for several weeks back, as will be seen from the following;- Everton’ Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Bell, McInnes, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Sunderland;- J.E. Doig, goal; Gow and Gibson, backs; Wilson, McCreadie, and Johnston, half-backs; Gillespie, Miller, Campbell, Hannah, and Scott, forwards. The players entered into their work with spirit, and the struggle for supremacy was of the keenest description. The spectators were soon boisterous, as the home forwards rare dash at the start, and Bell early had a chance, but he kicked the ball over the bar. Milward also made a good attempt and for some time there was only one team in it. Not only were the forwards playing a good game, but the half-backs were generally successful in nipping all attempts of the Sunderland forwards to get going. Arridge, too, was prominent in tackling, and the confident way he shaped against Miller and Gillespie gave the home supporters every satisfaction. As the Everton men continued to score successes in the open, the cheering was almost continuous, but presently a change came o’er the scene. Gillespie and Miller at last beat off all opposition, and the former gave Hillman a warm handful. This led up to some brisk work in front of the Everton goal, and for the first time the defence got a bit shaky. They were at last driven back, but their non-success was due to the brilliant work of Hillman more than anything else. As if to show they were not done with, the Everton forwards were soon at the other end, and Chadwick gave Doig one of his best to negotiate. At this stage, the play opened out, and for a time neither side could claim any advantage over the other. Of the two, however the home lot were the better team, the all-round work being of a high standard despite the heavy ground, and one could detect in the movements of the superiority, which although success was delayed, was sufficient to give encouragement to their supporters. To note details of the numerous attacks on the Sunderland goal would take up a lot of space, as the play was chiefly in the visitors’ half, and often they were fain to give corner kicks to gain relief. Doig behaved well, for he kept out several shots in good style. For a change, the visitors paid a couple of visits to the other end before the interval which arrived with a blank sheet. The Sunderland forwards showed up well on restarting, and before we know where we were Campbell got into position, and only just missed by inches. This was a change with a vengeance, and still forcing the game, the same player again came sailing for goal, when Boyle tripped him up. The free kick was pretty close in, and though it passed through a ruck of players, the referee to the relief of the home supporters, immediately pointed for a goal kick. The visitors certainly showed improved from in the second half, and had the defence been anyways slack they would have done damage. Nothing, however, came amiss to the Everton men, who emerged from several ordeals with credit. For ne thing they were always on the go, and never let their opponents alone. This bore fruit eventually, for the forwards had their share of work, and in one attack Hartley sent in a trimmer which Doig cleverly saved. Other shots followed, but all came alike, both custodians giving a finished display. It is just as well they were in good form, for about now the visits to each and were frequent, an the shooting was fully up to the average. At last the long-looked-for goal came, Bell trying his luck with a long shot, and Doig not being able to get rid of it quickly, Milward was on him, and put the ball in the net. The play, which had been of an exciting character, lost none of its charms, and Everton were soon again at the Sunderland end, Chadwick making a good hit at goal, and to save their charge several corners were given by Gibson. Right up to the finish the play was keen, the attack on each goal being fairly divided. Towards the close the visitors made great efforts to draw level, and against a less reliable man in goal they would doubtless have done so. However, they were kept out, and Everton won by one goal to none. That Everton deserved to win I think few will question. As regards the weather they certainly had the worst of it, for they practically played against the wind both halves. Better goalkeeping I do not wish to see, for both Hillman and Doig were in tip top form, each having trying shots to stop. The Everton backs compared well with Gow and Gibson, and only for a minutes in the first half did they appear weak. Both Adams and Arridge tackled fearlessly, and the kicking was strong. The half-backs were good, and it is difficult to say which were the best. To their plucky work the success in a great measure is due. Goldie again played a grand game, and was invaluable at the time when Arridge was shaky. All played with judgement, and the combination of Sunderland men was completely broken up. The most improvement, however, was seen in the front rank, who got through their work in a most marked manner. Hartley at times seemed to tire, but all the same he was a success, and the five combined well together. They were always in the thick of it, and generally they had the best of the argument. It is no fault of theirs the score was not larger, for the shooting was good, but eight yards, with a good man to stop the shots, is not a great space, and that accounts for it. On the Sunderland side the defence was much better than the attack. Goalkeeper and backs were all right; the half-backs were not at their best; and, to make matters worse, McCreadie went lame. Wilson was as energetic as usual, but hardly so successful, as Chadwick and Milward were in good form. On the other wing Johnston was often in distress, and net more than his match in Bell, McCreadie did well under difficulties, and played a plucky game all through. The forwards scarcely ever gave a touch of their usually brilliant passing, and, generally speaking, they were not near so good as the Everton forwards. The chances that come their way they made the most of, and considering they had the worst of the play, they got in good shots frequently. It was a splendidly-fought game, with the home team a shade the better at all points.
LIVERPOOL AND DISTRICT NOTES
The Athletic News- Monday, November 18, 1895
By the Loiterer
I cannot compliment Kelso on his wisdom in selecting the medium of informing the public of the result of his efforts in tracing the persons who circulated reports reflecting on the honesty of his play. The persons have apologised to Kelso and the directors, and they have got off very well. Perhaps they are not worth powder and shot.
The Everton directors are catching it just now for dropping the Theatrical Match which is held annually for the benefit of local charities. I dare say they have good reason for the course they have taken, and I believe they will endeavour to raise an equal amount in another way, so that, if anything, the hospitals will gain by the change. The Liverpool Club have given permission for the match to be played at Anfield, and I have no doubt it will be a success.
I suppose Cameron will not be available for the Everton club, but I think the directors will not change the team that has done so well lately; indeed, I question of Holt would improve it at present, and certainly the inclusion of Cameron would be risky.
EVERTON v. SUNDERLAND
The Liverpool Daily Post- Monday, November 18, 1895
The first meeting for the present season between these teams took place on Saturday at Goodison Park. When Captain Boyle came on with his men a rousing cheers went up, but the reception accorded to the Wearsiders was quite as hearty. Preliminaries were quickly arranged, and Sunderland having won the toss Hartley started towards the Park goal, in the presence of about 16,000 spectators, the ball was at once crossed to Milward, who ran it out, a like ending coming to a move made by the visitors right. Chadwick made off, but was pulled up by McReddie, and then Goldie passed up splendidly, but eventually McReddie bored his way in, and broke up the Everton combination. The Sunderland men then forced their way through, and looked like making great headway, but here Boyle put in a lot of quiet but thoroughly effective work, with the result that he accounted for Campbell in a beautiful manner when that player was becoming dangerous midfield play was the order for a while, after which a free kick was given to Sunderland, Boyle beautifully returning to centre. Here Chadwick became conspicuous some splendid passing completely beating the Sunderland men, who had all their work eat out to prevent a score. Eventually Bell was given a grand opening through Gibson missing his kick, but the outside right man shot high over the bar. The game was hotly contested, and all thing considered remarkably fast and both sets of forwards showed some smart exchanges, Everton, if anything, having slightly the best of matters, and being most aggressive, McInnes and Bell got off on the right Johnston forcing the ball out of play. More midfield work ensued, and just afterwards Scott and Hannah went down beyond the half-line but Stewart rushed across and served his front rank, but their move was short lived. Campbell coming down the centre and passing over to his left, Goldie at once accounting for his opponents. There was some smart play in Everton territory, but eventually the homesters broke through and after a while Milward took up the running, and finishing up with a shot which just missed the mark. Following this the Everton attacked on the right, McInnes and Bell showing to great advantage but first Johnston and then Gibson offered a determined resistance, with the result that the home men could not get within proper striking distance. The game now became most exciting and a huge cheer was raised as the ball was seen sailing into the Sunderland net, but the whistle had previously sounded for an informality. Hereabout, Adams passed to Goldie, who sent in a grand shot, from nearly half-way, and this was cleared by Doig when the leather was sailing in at the corner. During a scuffle in front of the Sunderland goal McReddie strained himself, and there was a short stoppage in consequence. Gibson went centre half for the time being, and a free kick fell to Everton. Boyle sent up and Bell headed in, but to no purpose. McInnes than went nicely down, but the ball was at last forced outside. The Sunderland front rank broke away from the goal kick, Gillespie and Miller making off at a tremendous rate, then passing across to Hannah, who seemed all over the scorer, when Goldie slipped in and cleared magnificently, doing similarly effective service again a moment later. Then the Evertonians went to work with a will, some really brilliant passing being shows, which roused the spectators to a high pitch of enthusiasm, which was renewed when Chadwick, with a magnificent screw shot, sent the ball flying in the direction of Doig, who, however, was not to be caught saving his charge in splendid manner, whilst a few seconds later Chadwick further tested the capabilities of the Wearsiders custodian. Goldie served his right wing, and a beautiful spell of play ensued. Bell and McInnes working their way up and then passing to the centre. The ball was nicely worked by the left wing, and then a lofty shot was sent to Doig, who had no difficulty. The leather was again brought up by the home left, and a corner was forced. Chadwick sent in a beautiful dropping shot, which tell into Doig’s hands, and he was constrained to give a second corner, which was at last beat away by half-a-dozen players. Bell came back on the right, and then centre, but Gow, McReddie, and Gibson each had a share in defending grandly. Golding tried another long shot, which Chadwick and Hartley each took deliberate shots at Doig, who is each case fisted away finely. The play during the last few minutes had been of the most exciting description, The brilliant efforts put forth by the whole of the Everton men sending the crowd frantic, and though the home side attacked for fully five minutes the Sunderland defence withstood the onslaught training every attempt of the home forwards alike. The siege was at length raised, and Sunderland paid a visit to the Everton’s end, Campbell however, being the only one to send in a descent shot. Shortly afterwards the interval was announced, without anything having been scored by either side. half-time;- Everton nil, Sunderland nil. When the teams changed ends, the attendance had enormously increased it being computed that 25,000 were present. Rain commenced to fall smartly, when the players came out, and a think haze overspread the ground. The Sunderland right commenced smartly- and Hannah came across and shot strongly, Hillman throwing himself if into a prone position in order to protect his centres. The Evertonians dashed away, and Chadwick sent in a spanking shot, which Doig saved. A lively spell of passing by the Everton front rank ensued, which was brought to and end by Chadwick shooting over the line. Another abortive attack was made by the home team, and this, like some of its predecessors, was broken up by the efforts put forth by Gibson and Gow. A goal kick resulted in play being carried into Everton’s quarters. Adams defending his charge in gallant style, Gillespie put in a tremendous run from the centre and just as he was shooting he was tripped by an opponent. As the position was a most favourable one for Sunderland, matters looked ominous for the home side, but though Wilson shot into the net, the referee promptly pointed for a goal kick, the ball not having touched a second player, Everton made a further raid after this, but could not send in the desired direction but considering the greasy state of the ball and the sodden turf, their attempts were not by any means bad ones, whilst the players on both sides kept their fact wonderfully. Rain now came down in torrents, but the spectators stood their ground bravely, and the downpour in no way affected the ardour of the players, who played up splendidly. Stewart shot in and nearly effected the downfall of the Sunderland goal, and after this the homesters came up strongly and forced a corner, which was not turned to good account. After a brief break away by the visitors, which was helped to a great degree by Johnston, the homesters renewed the pressure, but they could not go beyond Gibson. A race by Hannah and Scott culminated in the ball being forced over the Everton goal-line and then the visitors established a foothold in Everton territory. Adams was sorely pressed, but he successfully piloted the ball round Scott, and removed the danger, being further assisted in this respect by Goldie, who sent the sphere outside at the centre. Sunderland, however, returned to the attack with redoubled energy, but all to no purpose, though Hannah made one good attempts to lower Hillman’s colours. A rather prolonged spell of pressure by Everton ensued, and after several shots had been sent in wide, Bell put in a magnificent centre, which Doig saved most cleverly, a further attempt by Chadwick only going the wrong side of the posts by only a few inches. From the half-line Stewart served up grandly, with the result that Hartley came into possession in front of goal, and shot with terrific force, Doig giving a corner. This being cleared away the Evertonians dashed to the front again and another corner was given by Gibson. A free kick was placed in front of Doig and the homesters lost a splendid opportunity of scoring by not being up in time, Gow clearing his front. The next moment a pass went from Stewart to Bell, who made a grand effort to head a goal, but his attempt was successful. Considering the conditions the pace was wonderfully fast, but the defence was too good to penetrate, and try as they would the Evertonians could not find an opening, Sunderland now assumed the upper hand, Campbell, Miller and Gillespie putting in a beautiful sequence, Boyle partially checked the former, but the Sunderland centre managed to pass across to Gillespie, who with a tremendously swift, low shot, almost beat Hillman, who, however, amidst a tremendous outburst of cheering magnificent cleared. Gibson dashed into the fray when the Everton front line went into Sunderland territory, but a moment later the homesters were clustering in front of Doig, but they were cleared out by a foul being given against them. After this the visitors plucked up, and two spirted attackers were followed by Boyle giving a corner, a second being given in an endeavour to clear the first. From the latter one the ball was tipped over the crossbar. The homesters commenced a retaliatory movement, and Hartley sent the leather across to Bell, who shot from a long distance. The ball went straight to Doig who blocked the shots, but he managed to fumble the ball, and ere he could recover himself Milward had rushed up and scored. The crowd nearly went frantic over the success of their pets, and the air resounded with hearty cheering, again and again renewed. This success naturally put Everton on good terms with themselves, and on restarting from the centre they went about their work in a most sprinted and determined style. Chadwick putting in one of his famous screws, which only just went the wrong side of the posts. Further attacking on the part of Everton followed, and the Sunderland defence was surely tested, Doig especially having to be wide awake to keep his charge from again being captured. He, however, succeeded, and after a while the Wearsiders dashed away, Scott and Gillespie having shies which however, in each case, only resulted in goal kicks. A flying visit was paid to either end, after which Everton conceded a profitless corner, Arridge getting this away, which enabled Everton to again assume the upper hand Bell making a gallant attempt to lower Doig’s colours. The closing stages of the game were fought out in semi-darkness, and it became somewhat difficult from the Press box to distinguish the players. Sunderland, however, hampered the Everton defence somewhat but no harm fell to the home goal, while Bell at the other end made a vigorous attempt to beat Doig. In the last two minutes both sides made strenuous exertions, Everton to increase their score and Sunderland to draw level, but the intentions of both proved futile, and amid a scene tumultuous excitement the whilst sounded for cessation of hostilities the result being a well-deserved victory for Everton by 1 goal to nil. The gate receipts amounted to over £500. Teams;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Bell, McInnes, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Sunderland;- Doig, goal; Gow and Gibson, backs; Wilson, McReddie, and Johnson, half-backs; Gillespie, Miller, Campbell, Hannan and Scott, forwards.
COMBINATION
The Liverpool Daily Post- Monday, November 18, 1895
EVERTON v. CHESTER
The return Combiantion fixture was played on the Chester ground, before a fair number of spectators and in boisterous weather. Owing to the heavy rain during the morning the ground was very heavy for the players. Everton were strongly represented, whilst the Cestrians were at full strength. W wind blew from end to end, and Chester, winning the toss, played with the wind at their backs. The Everton forwards rushed off at great speed, Everton custodian had to save, and concede a corner from a shot by Morgan. Everton broke away, and when matters looked dangerous Wilson stepped the career of Reay and Latta. The visitors were again aggressive, and Coventry saved coolly from Williams, but in a moment another shot was sent in. Coventry slipped, and failed to save. A mistake by harry Jones let in the Everton forwards and when Williams was shooting Coventry left his charge to stop the shot; but he missed it, and the ball rolled into the net- the second goal for Everton. Half-time score;- Everton 2 goals, Chester nil. Resuming the Chester forwards were aggressive, and Worgan passed to W. Lewis, who shot just grazed the bar. Everton made most of their chances, being greatly assisted by the wind. In a combined rush Coventry was defeated with a low shot. Everton were winners by 3 goals to nil.
EVERTON v CHESTER
The Liverpool Daily Post- Monday, November 18, 1895
Played at Chester, in boisterous weather. The Cestrians had the advantage of a strong breeze, and at the outset took up the running, but as play progressed the Chester goal was heavily bombarded. Flewitt, Williams, and Reay in turn essayed to lower Coventry’s charge, and after the custodian had made a couple of further saves the ball was put into the net. Again attacking Wilson put in many fine bits of defensive play for Chester, and the game up to the interval was contested in a fairly even and vigorous fashion. When close upon half time Williams netted the second goal. The second half was most stubbornly contested, and there was very little to choose between the teams. However, the Evertonians scored again, and won a hard game by 3 goals to nil.
EVERTON ENGAGMENTS
The Liverpool Daily Post-Wednesday, November 20, 1895
The following teams will represent Everton on Saturday next;
Against West Bromwich Albion, at West Bromwich
Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; bell, McInnes, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards.
Against Burslem Port Vale at Goodison Park
Everton Combination; Cook, goal; McDonald and Parry, backs; Kelso, Meiklejohn, and Elliott, half-backs; Reay, Latta, Williams, Flewitt, and Schofield, forwards.
CHESTER v EVERTON COMBINATION
Cheshire Observer-Saturday 23 November 1895
Saturday at the Tomkinson-street enclosure was an “ideal” day for football. Half a gale of wind was blowing, the ground was muddy, and at the finish of the play -resembled the bed of a river with the water scarcely drained off; the rain, though it kept away until within fifteen minutes of the end of the match, came down in style when it did start, and, despite umbrellas and mackintoshes, every spectator not under cover was drenched in two minutes, notwithstanding these climatic conditions, a large number of spectators assembled and enjoyed the spectacle- it was hardly football. Everton kicked off against the wind, and immediately became dangerous, Wilson stopping the career of Reay and Latta when these two got near the Chester citadel. Coventry saved well once, but, as the ball returned, he slipped and the sphere was in the net, Everton drawing first blood. The Everton abcks then had their work cut out, the home forwards playing nicely, and Ben Lewis sent in a beautiful shot which Cooke was lucky in tipping over the bar. The visitors got away again, and after several futile efforts, goal No. 2 was placed to their credit. The interval arrived with no alteration in the score. During that time the wind, which had lost little in force, veered right round, and at the restart was again in favour of Chester, but this was of no avail, for Everton once more got through, and Coventry missed the ball for a third time. These reverses did not appear to have any bad effect on Chester, as each individual player kept pegging away to the end of the game, and it was only by the hardest of luck that they lost. Taking the form of both teams, Chester shewed up much the better on the day’s play, and a better defence than that of Wilson and Coventry could hardly have been made. Harry Jones was conspicuous at back in the first half, and when he took the place of Astbury as half-back, after half-time he did some solid work. The two Lewises were frequently cheered for play, which, considering the state of the ground, was superb.
WEST BROMWICH ALBION 0 EVERTON 3
November 25 1895. The Liverpool Mercury
The return League engagement between these teams was played at West Bromwich on Saturday last. There were a couple of alterations in the home team while Everton was represented by the same eleven that did so well against Sunderland on the previous Saturday. There was a high visit blowing obliquetly across the ground, and Bassett was fortunate in having first choice of ends. The home right at once forced the play, and a fruitless corner followed, when Richards dashed down the centre and appeared to save the goal, at his mercy, but shot miserasblly. Hands against T.Perry gave Adams a chance to place his men ahead, and after some skirmishing in the neighborhood of the Albion got Boyle headed over the bar. Chadwick then forced a corner, and the succeeding play for some minutes was strongly sustained by the Everton forwards. Williams by means of several heavy lunges eventually clear his lines. A spirit down the wing between Arridge and Bassatt was the next item, and the Evertonians having the venue lobbed the ball nicely to steward, who in turn put Milward and Chadwick in possession and Humpage was called upon. A fine bit of play between McLeod and Bassett called for Hillman's best effort, which resulted in a corner, followed by another from Stewart and then Higgins fastened on the ball and sent n a clinking low shot, which the Everton custodian got away in finished a style. Milward and Chadwick were again in evidence, and a couple of good shots were directed at Humpage. Horton was fortunate in charring down from Milward, and a moment later Chadwick skimmed the bar with a terrific fast shot. Long kicking from wing to wing by the Albion forwards gave considerable trouble to Everton's defenders and several of these passages all but led up to a successful finish. Adams robbed McLeod at a time when scoring seemed certain, and then a long dropping shot spurred on by the wind caused Hillman's to tip the ball over the bar. The Albion were having much the better of the game at this juncture, but when close upon the interval the Blues raced away, and after Chadwick and Milward had attempts to score, the ball finally rebouned from Himpage to Hartley, who promptly put it into the net. Half time Everton 1 goal Albion nil.
Getting to work again the home right settled down to some excellent work, Goldie cleared from a corner kick, and then Stewart gave the ball to Chadwick, who had the better of Horton and sent in a shot, which Humpage only partially cleared with the result that Milward tipped the ball into the corner of the net. On resuming Bell put in good work on the right and often had the better of Banks and Williams while Hartley was often prominent in the centre. On the other side Bassett and Richards had apparent chances but Adams and Arridges gave no quarter. Numerous free kicks against the home side. Frequently threatened disaster and eventually McInnes met a return from Humpage and scored the third. The second, nothing further was done, and Everton won a fair game by 3 goals to nil.
Teams: - Everton: Hillman, goal, Adams, and Arridge backs, Goldie, Boyle (captain), and Stewart, halfbacks, Bell, McInnes, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. West Bromwich Albion: - Humpage, goal, Horton, and Williams, backs, Perry (t), Higgins, and Banks, halfbacks, Bassett, Mcleod, Richards, Kelsey, and Fellows, forwards.
EVERTON RESERVES 3 BURSLEM PORT VALE 3
November 25 1895. The Liverpool Mercury
This friendly game was played at Goodison Park on Saturday, before a good attendance. The home forwards made the running early on, Reay and Flewitt being conspicuous workers, and Baddleley the Burslem custodian was called upon the latter who sent in a fine shot. For some time the Vale defenders were kept busy, Reay Latta and Flewitt sharing the attack. A rush to the other end resulted in a rebound from the crossbar. A fine passing movement brought hostilities once again in proximity to the visitors goal, but final efforts were faulty and following another break away Evans put the ball pass Cook, and scored the first point in the game. Determined efforts to equalize were all to no purpose owing to indifferent shooting and eventually Beckett added a second point for his side. Following the reverse the home forwards swarmed round the Vale goal, and after several attempts to score, Scholfield put on a goal, which was supplemented by another from Flewitt just on half time. On restarting the visitors again took the lead, but not for long, as Williams again pulled up level, and as no other points were obtained, a drawn game of three goals each. Everton: - Cook, goal Parry and Storrier, backs, Kelso, Meiklejohn and Elliott, halfbacks Reay, Flewitt, Chadwick (j), Williams, and Scholfield, forwards.
EVERTON REVIEW
November 25 1895. The Liverpool Mercury
Following upon recent performance, it was only to be expected that the visit of the Evertonians to the midlands would be productive of a couple of points though, few were prepared for so pronounced a victory as three to none. A strong oblique wind robbed the game of much of its attractiveness and it could not by any stretch of imagination be voked a high class contest. At the outset the Albion with the assistance of the wing swing the ball about in somewhat aimless fashion, and trusted almost solely to rushing tactics, and on several occasions their were little short of the mark while the Everton forwards. Who, to carry out their method of play, which was so strikingly successful against Sunderland, had perforce to close in, leaving one side of the playing portion open to occasional rushes by West Bromwich, and several of these spurts were often little short of attenting tangible results. In the first 20 minutes, consequent upon long swinging passes and Smart rushing up, the home forwards had practically no opposition on at least two occasions, but could not put the ball in the right direction. In addition numerous shots from long range were driven to the Everton custodian, and assisted as they were by a strong wind. It was simply marvellous how they were kept out. The first half was unquestionably in favour of the home side, but they had their chances and would not accept them, and herein lay the difference of merit, between the teams. The Evertonians had none too much of the play, but when it came to precise attack they very rarely failed to exact the utmost from every opportunity that came their way. There were several striking demonstrations of their eager, nippy play which, the spectators did not fall to appreciate, and it was by thus leaving nothing to chance that they solely earned their victory. Strange to state, all three goals were scored from rebounds, and there were many who favoured the idea that a reversal of goalkeepers would have led to a reversal of result. However, on the play there could be no two opinions as to which, was the cleavers teams, and Everton's victory even at West Bromwich was a poplar one. Considering the unfavourable conditions under which, the game was played, the Everton front line left little to be desired. By keeping the ball fairly low, and with the West Bromwich team extended, there were often pretty interlacing movements with progess in addition, which kept the enthusiasm of the crowd going, and in this particular style of play the inside men were very successful. Hartley did some smart things in the centre, and was never far off when the ball was anywhere near goal. It was his close attention to work that brought about the first taste of victory, after which the team never looked behind them. McInnes was as consistent a worker as any on the field, and though Bell was not at his best there was little fault to find with the right wing. Milward and Chadwick often made the running, but T.Perry, the opposing half backs who was not at all particular in his methods considerably hampered both. Goldie, Boyle and Stewart were a powerful trio. The first named tackled and staved off rushes in splendid fashion, and if he could but cultivate more accuracy in placing the ball to his wing there would be few to give him a start in his position. Boyle played a thoroughly steady game and gave the Albion inside man considerable trouble, while the manner in which, Stewart and Arridge engineered the home right wing was a treat. Bassett and Mcleod are no novices either in peed or resource; but whatever combination this pair attempts it was generally very short lived, for with Stewart playing on the inside man while Arridge attended in a most effective manner to Bassett, West Bromwich could scarely expect to make headway in this direction. The latter pair had several sprints and it was only on an odd occasions that the Evertonians was beaten. Adams also played a sterling game, and Hillman came though a heavy afternoon's work with district credit. The home forwards were fitful, and there was little attempts made to make the work general. Almost the whole of the play devolved upon their right wing, while the left for the greater portion of the game was left to make their own play. Bassett was very clever at times. He put in many fine centres, and several of his shots would easily have beaten a less resourceful goalkeeper than Hillman, McLeod worked hard but lacked finished, and Richards in the centre did fairly well though he lost a good chance of taking the lead in the early stages of play. Fellows and Kelso had charge of the left wing, and when they got fairly going it took Goldie and Allan's all their time to attend to them. However, there was little harmony along the line, and it was in this respect that contrast with the opposing van was so marked. Higgins played a fine centre half game as no doubt the Everton inside men will testify, and whatever good work T.Perry contributed in the early portion of the game, it was very much tarnished later on by his way questionable attentions to Milward. Banks did very well against Bell and Mcinnes, and he with Higgins often led up to heavy pressure on Everton's goal. Horton and Williams kicked powerfully and on the whole did very well though their work was nothing like as clean and effective as that of Arridge and Adams. Humpage kept out some very clever shots. He was quite an adept in meeting the ball even from a difficult angle, but unlike Hillman he failed, or rather only partially cleared and against a smart set of forwards he would prove a costly custodian. The continued success of Everton especially away from home, have made them strong favourities for First league honours and the directors and distinctly fortunate that they now have a most capable man in every position. Nine points out of a possible ten scoring 10 goals to 1, with three games played away is exceptionally fine work and in view of any contemplated changes in the front rank it would be well for the managers of the club to leave well alone.
EVERTON DEFEAT THE ALBION
The Athletic News- Monday, November 25, 1895
By Brum, Jun
The Albion are sinking lower and lower, and although they have not yet played half their League matches by one game, it is almost certain they will have to suffer the indignity of fighting a test game. They have never done well in the League, but they have generally hovered about the bottom a good portion of the season, although in the end they have managed to escape. But they never lost matches at home like they have done this season, and their supporters are quite disgusted with them. When I mention that only about 3,000 persons were present on the Stoney-lane ground on Saturday to witness the match with Everton, it will express to some extent the local feeling. And yet the club never had a better and more hard-working set of managers than they have at the present moment. They have been “moving heaven and earth” to get new men to fill the weak places, but they have not up to now been very successful. Hannah has had the misfortunate to injure his knee playing for the army Cup, and all hopes of him have vanished. Fletcher has been ordered with his regiment to the Ashantee war, and he will perhaps have to face a different kind of music, and Charlie Perry has again injured his knee. Thus at the present moment the directors scarcely know which way to turn. Reader has had to be left out of the first team, and Humpage, put in his place. Paddock is a failure on the left wing, and on Saturday Hutchinson was left out also, Richards going centre forward and Fellows outside left. Everton had Cameron with them at Storey-lane, but it was decided not to play him, but to keep together the same eleven who showed up so well against Sunderland. The players lined out in the following order;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Bell, McInnes, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. West Bromwich Albion;- Humpage, goal; Horton, and Williams, backs; T. Perry, Higgins, and Banks, half-backs; Bassett, McLeod, Richards, Kelsey, and Fellows, forwards. Referee; Mr. Kingscott. The afternoon was cold, a strong north wind blowing up the field. Bassett winning the toss decided to take advantage of this, and Hartley commenced hostilities by kicking off up-hill. The opening exchanges were very exciting both goals being visited in quick succession. Bassett and McLeod made several excellent attempts, and Hillman was early called upon to save some stinging shots. It was clear that the ex-Burnley custodian was in brilliant form, or some of the shots he had to manipulate would certainly have taken effect. Hartley by and by pulled the visiting forwards together and Chadwick and Milward darted down the left, a fine shot by the latter being kicked out by Humpage. T. Perry assisted the Albion right-wing pair to get away, and Bassett forced a corner. This was succeeded by another, both being taken neatly by Bassett, and Hillman distinguished himself again by cleverly saving. The Albion continued to have much the best of matters in the first half, and although they repeatedly beat the backs, Hillman was perfectly safe and reliable, and never made a single slip, although he was very hard pressed. At length, the visitors got down the centre, and called upon Humpage to handle. The latter hit the ball feebly in front of him and then started out of goal, and before he could recover himself Hartley touched through. It was an easy point, and very hard lines on the Albion, who had worked so hard, and before the ball could be kicked off from the centre again the whistle sounded for half-time. Leading by a goal on crossing over, and having the wind in their favour, Everton were encouraged, and played hard. The Throstles responded, and some capital play was witnessed on both sides. At length Chadwick and Milward got dangerous, and Humpage having saved a shot from the first-named, the latter met the ball on the rebound, and scored a second goal. This practically settled the match, and from now till the finish Everton held the whip hand. The Albion did not quite give up the ghost, but made several isolated attacks, although they found the defence too powerful to break down. McInnes scored a third goal for Everton, and the result at the finish was three to none in favour of the visitors. Although the latter deserved their victory, the result does not represent the real state of the game. If the teams had changed goalkeepers it is not too much to say that the score might have been just the reverse. The Albion suffered very hard lines on several occasions, but the brilliant display of Hillman is deserving of the highest praise. Some of the shots he saved would have beaten most custodians, but he was cool and collected throughout, and full of resource. Adams and Arridge both played well, but they were repeatedly beaten by the Albion forwards, and are scarcely strong enough to correspond with other departments of the Everton team. Boyle and Stewart were hard workers from beginning to end, and the forwards at times were brilliant. Hartley passed beautifully to his wings, but Chadwick and Milward were superior to bell and McInnes as a pair. The Albion weakness was the same as it has been throughout the season. Bassett and McLeod were all that could be desired, but the other three forwards were outclassed. It was lop-sided forward play, and the left wing were neither clever nor bustling. They missed many chances offered them, and absolutely threw opportunities away. The half-backs did well, all three of them pegging away with great persistency, and the backs were smart, Williams kicked with great vigour, and Horton was steady. Humpage was not so clever in goal as he ahs been. He was the cause of Everton scoring a couple of goals, for he saved feebly, giving the ball to the opposing forwards to do with it as they pleased, and of course they were “pleased” to score goals.
THE LIVERPOOL DISTRICT AND NOTES
The Athletic News- Monday, November 25, 1895
By the Loiterer
Across the Park Everton Combination were playing a Second Division Club who beat Liverpool a few weeks back, and in a game in which they play for a consideration portion of the time was all in their favour, they ultimately managed to make a draw of three goals each. In the first half the Burslem forwards made the most of their chances at goal and out of three attempts scored two goals. After having nearly all the play, Everton were two goals behind, with only a few minutes to play before the interval, but at last Schofield was successful and Flewitt put on another straightaway, so that the second half opened with the score even. The game continued to be hotly contested, the defence of Baddeley, Youds, and Eccles being of the most stubborn character, and do what they would the home lot could not get through. The visiting forwards, with a lot less work, succeeded out of a scrummage, and once more took the lead, but not for long as Williams once more equalised, and a hard-fought game resulted as above.
WEST BROMWICH v EVERTON
The Liverpool Daily Post -Monday, November 25, 1895
Everton brought off another of their return League matches on Saturday when they travelled to West Bromwich for the purpose of playing West Bromwich Albion. Bassett won the toss, and placed his opponents to face a stiff breeze. Hartley started, and Adams was called upon to repel the home left. The Everton retaliated but almost immediately Bassett broke away and beat Arridge, forcing a corner. Milward headed over the line and the corner proved unproductive. The Evertonians could not force their opponents out, and after some dodging about in front T. Perry shot wide, this being supplemented by Richards, who likewise shot wide of the mark. From a free kick Adams placed the ball right in front of the Albion goal, Boyle shooting over the bar. The Everton left wing came back again, and Chadwick forced a corner, this being unproductive. From a throw in by Stewart the Everton right looked dangerous but the move was spoiled by Perry. The next moment McInnes chipped in and threatened, but Horton checked in the nick of time. Kelsey got off, and was assisted by Richards, but a lengthy pass to the right was raced for and secured by Arridge, who the next moment kicked out to save. Midfield play ensued after which a free kick cleared the way for the visitors’ left. A severe check was administered by Williams, but the Evertonians would not be denied. They came back in full force, Hartley shooting over, and Chadwick punting the ball into the goalkeeper’s hands. A great rush to the other end culminated in McLeod shooting by the side of the post, and then Boyle and Goldie served up nicely. The Everton forwards were now allowed to make much use of the opportunity. McLeod broke away and made his way as far as Arridge but here came to a full stop. Bassett came back on the right wing, and sent in a lovely centre, which Hillman just reached, but was constrained to give a corner, in order to save his charge. The kick was met by Stewart, who headed over. The second corner was very well placed, Higgins coming to the front and shooting with great force into Hillman’s hands. Favoured with the wind, the home players kept up a severe amount of pressure, but after another abortive corner the Everton players broke finely away on the right and left, Chadwick nipping in at the finish and shooting wide of the mark. Yet another corner followed a further rush by the home rights but Arridge was in the thick of the play when the ball was sent in, and the result was that the Allen turned about to repel the Evertonians, who advanced in capital order. The leather was forced on the right, and following the throw in Kelsey raced up and beat Adams, and afterwards passed nicely to Richards, who with a clear course, shot tamely by the side of goal. In about half a minute the homesters were back again. Higgins passing to Kelsey, who made a very bad miss. The Throstles forced another on the right, and Hollman in saving from Higgins gave a corner. Boyle kicked to half-way, and then Goldie further up the field, where Hartley come in possession, but was quickly beaten, McLeod raced away, and was on the point of shooting when he was beautifully checked by Arridge after which the Everton men tracked down towards the Albion goal. Chadwick finishing with a weak and ill-directed shot. Fellows found an opening, and after each wing had put in some very effective work. Stewart forced his way in and checked. This proved to be only momentary, for Higgins sent across to McLeod, who moved along prettily and then shot high over the bar. Some smart work in midfield ensued, where Fellows cleared a passage for himself, and then tamely passed to the centre. Boyle nipping in and sending forward. The Everton men made but little use of the opportunity offered. Richards securing the ball in the centre and giving to his right wing, when Bassett moved up and shot magnificently into Hillman’s hands, the Everton goalkeeper punching the ball out. In the twinkling of an eye McLeod appeared on the scene, and sent in a shot of the greased-lightning order, this travelling by the side of the Everton goal. Williams then checked the Everton right division, Kelsey and his partner working up the field, Bassett taking the centre and shooting hard for Hillman, who had not the least difficulty in clearing his front. Williams again checked the Everton right, but they shortly afterwards got in, Milward missing a good centre from Bell. The visitors again made play on the left, but they could make no impression, Bassett twice in as many minutes being a trouble to Hillman. In the centre Adams checked Kelsey and Richards, and a raid which was made by Bassett and his partner was well met by Arridge. Just before half-time there was a scrimmage in front of goal, and after one or two attempts Hartley got in and scored a very lucky goal, Everton leading at the interval by a goal to nil. When the teams changed ends there were only about 3,000 people present. The opening moves of the second half were rather in favour of Everton, Milward and McInnes putting in some fine work. The homesters however, soon warmed to their work, and Bassett went away down the right, but the move proved of no consequences. A move by the opposite wing was productive of a corner, after Hillman had rushed out to save; but this was easily accounted for. End to end play followed for some time until Chadwick broke through and beat Higgins and Horton. He then shot for goal very gently, Humpage saving. The Albion custodian did not thoroughly succeed in getting the leather, and ere he could recover himself Milward had come up and tipped the ball into the net. The Albion cantered down, but Adams cleared easily. Chadwick followed with a wild shot at the Albion goal, and then from a free kick, taken by Stewart the home goal was again in danger. When the Albion right broke away, Arridge proved a serious stumbling-block, and Chadwick took the ball back into home territory by means of a good run. Nothing came of the efforts. The homesters returned the compliment in the way of pressure. Stewart cleared one raid, but three fouls against Everton in quick succession ended in the homesters establishing a foothold close to the Everton goal. A couple of corners followed, Banks putting in a beautiful shot which had not the desired effect. The Evertonians were quickly at the other end, where Hartley sent a lofty shot over the crossbar. Bassett then broke away and threatened on the right, but the visitors quickly threaded their way back, Stewart shooting finely from near the half way line. Nothing of particular interest occurred until Bell broke the ice on the Everton right. The leather was then passed across the field, Chadwick putting in some very tricky work. Bassett then robbed Stewart, and dribbled right across the field, afterwards shooting in without effect. McLeod took up the return, and shot strongly, Hillman throwing himself at full length to save, but the ball travelled swiftly by the side of goal. At the other end Boyle shot in, and shortly after this Chadwick sent a hot one into Humpage’s hands, McInnes meeting the return, and scoring the third goal for Everton. There was no further score, the game ending in favour of Everton by 3 goals to nil. Teams;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Bell, McInnes, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. West Bromwich Albion; Humpage, goal; Horton and Williams, backs; T. Perry, Higgins, and Bankes, half-backs; Bassett, McLeod, Richards, Kelsey, and Fellows, forwards.
EVERTON COMBINATION v BURSLEM PORT VALE
The Liverpool daily Post-Monday, November 25, 1895
Much interest was evinced in this friendly game at Goodison Park on Saturday owing to the fact that the visitors were the team which so unexpectedly overthrew Liverpool some weeks ago by the narrow margin of a goal after prolific scoring on both sides. A fair gate assembled. Both elevens were very strong. There was a powerful breeze, of which Everton, winning the toss, had full advantage. Black started, and Everton were quickly on the attack Flewitt early on being noticeable with a magnificent shot, Baddeley just keeping the ball out, and Eccles clearing. Reay was several times to the fare with smart runs, and was loudly applauded for one, particularly smart attempt, which took Baddeley all his time to clear. A sudden rush by the visiting left wing took place, and almost before anyone realised what had occurred, Evans banged the ball past Cook, giving the custodian no chance. This reverse roused up the Evertonians, who made another spirited onslaught, but they met with a stern defence. After a severe bombardment by Everton another sudden burst by Burslem resulted in a second goal, Beckett placing the ball quite out of Cook’s reach. Thus far the play had all been in Everton’s favour, but singularly the scoring was all done by the visitors, whose occasional rushes were of a most dangerous character, registering points on two out of three out of their incursions. Again, Everton assumed the upper hand, but though a corner fell to them, nothing resulted. Towards the interval Everton redoubled their efforts, and victory at length rewarded their persistence, Schofield getting one past Baddeley from a nice pass by Parry. Almost immediately Flewitt put on a second. Half-time- Everton 2 goals, Burslem Port Vale 2. In the second half, Schofield, Meiklejohn, Latta, and Reay each made strenuous efforts to take the lead, but all to no purpose, and at length, from a corner, the ball was forced behind. When Burslem at last did break away Parry and McDonald were on the alert, the latter twice repelling the visitors with ponderous kicks, and a brief pressure was brought to a close by Evans sending over the line. Play continued, though Everton had the best of it. Burslem then attacked and scored from the scrimmage, thus placing the visitors one goal ahead. Grand work by Everton ensued, and after some exciting exchanges in front of Baddeley, Williams again placed the sides on an equality. The game ended in a draw of 3 goals each. Teams;- Everton Combination;- Cook, goal; McDonald and Parry, backs; Storrier, Meiklejohn, and Elliott, half-backs; Reay, Latta, Williams, Flewitt, and Schofield, forwards. Burslem Port Vale;- Baddeley, goal; Youds and Eccles, backs; McDonald, Barlow, and Holdcroft, half-backs; Mason, Evans, Black, Becker, and Downie, forwards.
EVERTON’S ENGAGEMENT
The Liverpool Daily Post- Wednesday, November 27, 1895
The following teams will represent Everton on Saturday next;-
Against Burnley, at Goodison Park; 2.30.
Everton.- Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; bell, McInnes, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards.
Against Liverpool and District Combination, at Warrington.
Everton Combination;- Hiles, goal; McDonald, and Storrier, backs; Kelso, Meiklejohn, and Elliott, half-backs; Reay, Williams, J. Chadwick, Flewitt, and Schofield, forwards.
THE EVERTON TEAM AND TO-DAYS MATCH
The Liverpool Daily Post- Saturday, November 30, 1895
In Wednesday’s Daily Post we published what was given us as the official Everton team to oppose Burnley to-day. Since then, however, we have been informed, though not on the authority of any member of the Everton Club, that it has been decided by the committee to alter the complexion of the forward combination of the team by the exclusion of McInnes and put in Cameron. The latter will play in centre, and Hartley will partner Bell on the right. We think the Everton committee ought to have informed the public, through the Press, of so important an alteration in their team. It has not been a sudden change, as it was known on Thursday that the alteration had been made. Without, however, being under any obligation to the Everton committee, who are in the habit of getting free advertisements in the Liverpool newspapers of their matches, the public have been given timely warning of the change, so that they will not go on the ground and meet with a surprise. The question now may be asked. Why have they made this alteration? The combination of the forwards in the last two or three matches has been eminently satisfactory. McInnes’s play had been the theme of general admiration, and since his inclusion amongst the forwards the team has known nothing but success.
TODAY’S TEAM ARRNAGEMENTS
Everton v. Burnley, at Goodison Park; 2.30. Everton.- Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Bell, Hartley, Cameron, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards.
Everton Combination v Liverpool and District Combination, at Warrington; 2.45.
Everton Combination.- Hiles, goal; McDonald and Storrier, backs; Kelso, Meiklejohn, and Elliott, half-backs; Reay, Williams, J. Chadwick, Flewitt, and Schofield, forwards. District-Wilkinson, goal; Taylor and Molyneux, backs; Willoughby, Hughes, and Curtin, half-backs; Duckworth, Hickinbotham, Harcombe, Askin, and Higgins, forwards.