ASTON VILLA 4 EVERTON 3
October 1 1895. The Liverpool Mercury
Reynold misses a penalty kick.
These clubs met in League warfare yesterday at Perry Barr, before 10,000 spectators in anything but ideal football weather. The home club played exactly the same team as drew with the Rovers on Saturday, while Everton, by reasons of Hartley's rather indifferent show against the Wolves substituted Bell in the centre, that being the only change on the part of the visitors.the players faced each others as follows : - Everton: - Hillman, goal, Adams and Parry, backs, Boyle (captain), Holt and Stewart, halfbacks, Williams, McInnes, Bell, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Aston Villa: - Wilkes goal, Spencer, and Welford, backs, Reynolds, Cowan. And Ctabtree, halfbacks, Athersmith, Devey, Campbell, Hodgetts, and Cowans, forwards. Referee Mr. Pennington, Burslem. Previous to kick off the referee examned the boots of both sides, and a murinur of dissatisfaction went round the ground when it was found that Everton had won the toss, thus gaining the advantage of having the sin at their backs. Upon Campbell kicking over Hodgetts sent out to Cowan, but he in advertently put the ball into touch, and on Crabtree receiving from spencer just afterwards sent forwards to Hodgetts, who propelled a straight but slow shot towards Hillman. Milward then assayed a run, but the Villa halves were too good, and held the upper hand. Holt then fouled Campbell, and James Cowan taking the kick in neat style the ball bobbed about the Everton citadel, and was eventually pushed in the net by John Cowan, after Parry had headed out, five minutes after the start. Immediately following John Cowan was again prominent sending across the goalmouth in dangerous fashion. Everton replied by the aid of Chadwick and Milward and earned a corner from Spencer, which after a brief scrimmage, was nicely saved by Wilkes when lying on the ground. Midfield exchanges between the Everton backs and the Villa halves was halves was the next item followed by another foul against Holt, which led up to an attack y Cowan and Cowan and Hodgetts who beat Adams and crossed to Athersmith, but the latter sent flying over the bar. At this stage Chadwick, who upon being tackled by Reynolds tipped to Bell settled on the ball, and this player seized the opening, and outpacing all his opponents shot really grand goal. Hardly had the ball been restarted, when Milward had rattled the post with a fine effort, which was a very near thing for the home custodian. A stoppage excutted for an injury to Holt, who was injured by Campbell. Parry took the place kick, and put the ball in front of the goalmouth, and Boyle meeting, Spencer return just missed scoring by inches. A grand lob by Reynolds initiated an attack upon Hillman's charge, but Adams and Parry between them defended well. The Villa came again, and Hillman partially cleared from Athersmith. Adams jumped up and fisted out, a penalty kick following, while Reynold trying to screw into the corner, missed the desire haven altogether. To this Everton respond in gallant fashion, and Bell Williams, and Boyle, each sent in rattling shots, which took Wilkes all his time to negotiated, the captain's effort being an especially fine one. Everton were now playing in great combined and reatedly assaulted the Villa goal. While Everton were paying more attention to the attack, upon their goalkeeper opponent's goal, Campbell sent out a long drive to Athersmith, who with a clear field ran half the length of the field and centre close in to Campbell, but the home centre sent wide although he had the goal at his mercy. The miss however mattered but little as from a nice pass from his left wing Athersmith defeated Hillman with a high shot just over his head. This unlooked for reverse rather stagged the visitors for a while, and they had the worst of the argument. After Holt, had robbed Hodgetts in a beautiful fashion a corner fell to the Villians, which being sent over to John Cowan, was returned by him, and headed past Hillman by Devey-a really fine goal. Following a neat piece of combination by Milward and Chadwick, Bell in attempting to convert the pass into a tangible point, was anticipated by Crabtree, and the opportunity was lost. Towards half time the Blues left wing put in some felling work, but luck was against them, the record reading 3 goals to 1 in favour of Villa.
After a length interval which, the players fully deserved, Bell sent out to Williams, but Devey and Athersmith was put in possession, and Athersmith again got in one of his characteristic runs, finishing up with a spanking shot, which thundered against the bottom of the upright and went into touch. Everton were for a spell subjected to a bad time, till Holt and Stewart opened the game and gave to Milward who galloped up the field, and shot, Bell just falling to upset the custodian. From the kick off Stewart settled on the leather and sent forward to Chadwick, who tracking his men in neat and effective style, gave to Bell, and that player scored a second point for his side in magnificent style. In spite of the terrific heat neither side showed signs of easing up, and after a furious dash by each set of forwards, a foul fell to Aston Villa, which being well taken by Spencer, proved an imminent source of danger at the ball struck the bar and fell in front of the goal instead of going over, as most of the players imagined. However, the referee for offside against Campbell disallowed the resulting goal. Two corners then fell to Everton in success the second coming from a grand shot by Holt, which Wilkes only justed managed to up over the bar in the nick of time. The burly Evertonians after which, Milward and Chadwick made some headway till Spencer interposed and changed the aspect accounted for a brief visit to Hillman. A foul against parry brought no result, and a second Penalty against the same player for fouling Athersmith almost brought about the downfall of the Everton goal. A spirit by Milward opened up a chance for Bell but Cowan ran up and took the ball, and after several exchanges between the Villa forwards, with which, Cowan and Campbell were purley offside, the latter scored a fourth point from a fast pass by Athersmith-an altogether, sroneus and faulty decision. If anything, the game became faster than ever, and a little unnecessary vigour was introduced, but at length Stewart and Milward put the ball into the centre, where serveal pretty and incisive passes between Chadwick and Bell resulted in the Everton centre under great difficulties scoring the third point-the best point of the day. Twice in success the Villians tried the rushing game, which, however, proved futile, and then Milward Chadwick and Bell worked very harmoniously together. Wilkes at the finish having to handle. In a trice the game was transferred to the other end. Hillman punted up the field, and Spencer nipped in just in time to escape further disaster. Again were Everton sufferers through a faulty decision of the autocrat when in full sailing order, and Hillman received an express shot from Campbell. In a rapid movement the game was transferred to the other end, and Williams headed just past the post. By hugh kicking on the part of Hodgetts, when Everton were having the best of it. First which, both proved exceedingly dangerous; but the whistle blew without further scoring, and the final result read, after a magnificent and well contested game-Aston Villa 4 goals, Everton 3.

ASTON VILLA V EVERTON
October 1, 1895. Birmingham Daily Post
The victory gained at Wolverhampton on Saturday invested Everton's visit to Perry Parr yesterday with added interest, and there were fully ten thousand people present when the teams entered the enclosure. Everton made one change in their eleven, Bell playing centre in place of Hartley, but the Villa were represented by the players who drew at Blackburn on Saturday. Despite the fact that the sun shone brightly and the weather was too hot for football, a splendid game was witnessed play from first to last being exceptionally fast. The Villa commenced in a manner which led their supporters to anticipate a more substantial victory than that ultimately obtained, for when the game was only five minutes old Campbell scored, and then for a time the Perry Barr men outplayed their opponents. A brilliant individual effort by Bell, however, put the teams on equal terms, and encouraged by this success the visitors made some dashing attacks. They found the Villa defenders very safe, however, whereas their own backs and half-backs were unable to cope with the combination of the home forwards, who scored twice before the interval, thus holding an advantage of two goals when they crossed over. As the Villa had been playing with the sun shining in their faces it was thought that they would be seen to even greater advantage in the second half, but when play had only been restarted five minutes Bell scored again, and the game afterwards was mostly fiercely contested. Campbell put on a fourth goal for the Villa, whilst Bell got a third for Everton; and, with a quarter of an hour to play it seemed quite possible that the visitors might drew level. And do they would had there been the slightest defect in the home defence, but there was not, and when the referee signalled the finish the Villa were left winners of a hard fought game by 4 goals to 3. Wilkes gave a fine exhibition in goal for Villa, for whom Spencer played soundly at back, whilst Crabtree and James Cowan did any amount of work in their respective positions. All the forwards played admirably, but Hodgetts, Devey and Athersmith were the pick. Hillman was a fine custodian for Everton, for whom Holt, Stewart, and Bell did a lot of splendid work. The latter, who scored all three goals, was perhaps the most dangerous forward on the field. Having lost the toss the Villa kicked off up the hill, and with the sun shining in their faces. Notwithstanding these disadvantages they were quickly attacking, and in the first two minutes Hillman had a shot to save from Campbell. He was busy again directly after, for the Villa forwards showed grand combination, and within five minutes from the start scored a splendid goal. John Cowan made a fine screw shot, which Campbell met, and just touched into the net... A minute or two later he had another try, but the ball this time twisted outside. Everton now made an attack, but Wilkes saved brilliantly, amidst loud applause. John Cowan and Hodgetts were next responsible for a fine run, and the latter centred well, but Athersmith shot outside. From the goalkick Bell obtained possession, and dashing away with the ball, burst past the opposing half-backs, dodged Welford, and equalised with a shot which Wilkes had no chance to save. It was a magnificenent individual effort, and was generally recognised by the crowd. Encouraged by their success. Everton made another determined attack, and Williams hit the bar. After play had been stopped for a little while owing to Holt getting “winded” the Villa pressed again, but Hillman came out of his goal and cleared. Another attack followed, and Parry deliberately handled, with the result that a penalty kick was awarded the Villa but Reynolds failed, for once, to score, the ball striking the post and going outside. Everton, who were playing well, made several determined rushes, but Wilkes saved grandly, although on two occasions he had to concede corner kicks, so hotly was he pressed. The goal, however, was well cleared both times. After defending for some time the Villa took up the pressure, Campbell passing beautifully to Athersmith, and enabling the Villa sprinter to get clear away. He centred brilliantly but Campbell could not steer the ball properly, and it went wide to the wing. Cowan recovered it before it went out, and passed to Hodgetts, who screwed it cross and Athersmith meeting it well shot it into the net, thus giving the Villa the lead again. The Villa whose forwards were passing with admirable precision, were soon attacking again, and after Hillman had saved a shot from Devey, parry gave a corner kick. This was well placed by Athersmith, and John Cowan passing nicely to Devey, he beat Hillman for the third time. From the kick they made another rush for Hillman's charge, but the goalkeeper gathered the ball and punted out of danger. Bell now had another attempt to lower the Villa's colours, but Crabtree beat him, and the next moment saw the Everton goal in danger, but Hodgett's shot struck the side of the post and went out. The game continued to be well contested, but no more scoring took place before the interval, when the Villa had the substantial lead of 3 goals to 1. The teams took a rather longer interval than usual, a proceeding justified by the heat, which was very great, and the first incident worthy of notice when play was resumed was a run by Athersmith, whose shot –a swift, low one –struck the post and cannoned back into play. An attack by Everton followed, and Bell scored with a splendid shot within five minutes of the restart. From the midfield kick Athersmith raced away, and gained a corner kick. The ball was kicked away, but was returned, and Campbell scrimmaged it into the net after it had struck the crossbar, but was given off-side. Campbell now shot over the bar, and then Athersmith spoiled a good run by hooting very tamely. Two fine attempts were made by Everton, who gained a couple of unprofitable corners, but then the Villa who passing was superior to that of their opponents. Came down in fine style, and after some pretty work on the left wing, Hodgetts crossed the ball to Athersmith, who shot, and Campbell dashing up banged it into the net, thus putting the Villa two goals ahead. Cheered on by the crowd the home team began to make matters very warm for the opposing defence, attacking time after time with great determination. They were, however, beaten back, and Everton rushing up got the ball past Wilkes for the third time; Bell again steering the ball into the net. The game now became very exciting, and play was exceptionally fast considering the heat. Everton had a free kick near the goal, but put the ball outside. Athersmith was cheered for fine shot, which Hillman only just saved as the expense of a corner kick, which the Villa failed to turn to advantage. A splendid shot by Campbell was saved by Hillman, and Spencer at the other end stopped a determined rush by the Everton forwards. The whistle was blown directly after, leaving the Villa victorious by 4 goals to 3. The following were the teams: - Everton: - Hillman, goal; Adams and Parry, backs; Boyle, Holt, and Stewart, half-backs; Williams and McInnes (right), Bell (centre), Chadwick, and Milward (left wing), forwards. Aston Villa:- Wilkes, goal; Spencer and Welford, backs; Reynolds, James Cowan, and Crabtree, half-backs; Athersmith, and Devey (right), Campbell (centre), Hodgetts and John Cowan (Left wing), forwards. Referee Mr. A. Pennington.

EVERTON v ASTON VILLA
The Liverpool Daily Post- Tuesday, October 1, 1895
Great as the interest in the meeting of these two clubs was in the first place, it received a considerable fillip when Everton brought off their brilliant victory over the Wolves on Saturday. The Everton team left Liverpool in good time, and lunch was partaken off in Birmingham. Gloriously fine weather again prevailed, and the heat was tempered by a cool breeze. The encounter was evidently considered of paramount importance in Birmingham, for long before the time fixed for the start a steady stream set in the direction of Perry Bar. Hartley played so badly on Saturday that it was deemed imperative to supersede him, and Bell was called upon to fill the vacancy. The sun was beating fiercely down from a cloudless sky when operations were commenced in the presence of quite ten thousands spectators, the day being observed as a holiday in the neighbourhood. Prior to the kick off the referee, Lieutenant Simpson, minutely examined the boots of all the players, spending some time over each. The examination having been completed to his entire satisfaction the preliminaries were arranged and the homesters having lost the toss, Campbell started five minutes after the advertised time. From the start the home left attempted to get away, but the leather went outside, and being thrown in Crabtree passed to the home right, who made tracks for Hillman’s charge. The movement culminated in Hodgetts sending in a feeble one, which the Everton custodian had no difficulty in clearing. Holt fouled Campbell rather close in, and this proved expensive for the visitors, Jimmy Cowan took the free kick, which Parry returned, but John Cowan got possession, and he banged the ball into the net after six minutes’ play, greatly to the delight of the home supporters. Restarting Campbell initiated a strong movement, but Parry repulsed, and Everton were accorded a temporary look in. Chadwick dribbling down, shot out strongly, but Cowan saved cleverly, and on Wilkes saving a second shot, from Chadwick the home forwards moved off in grand style. Holt, seconded by Parry, administered a check and Bell and Chadwick once more attempted to get off. They were repulsed at the home half-back line, and Cowan and Hodgetts got away, the latter sending across to Campbell, who shot wide. Up to this time the Villa had all the best of matters, btu Chadwick tipping the ball to Bell that player raced away in magnificent fashion, and, beating Spencer, he scored a splendid goal. Thus encouraged the Everton men played up strongly, and the forwards moving off in nice combination, Williams had the hardest lines in not scoring. Reynolds pupated strongly, and Campbell tried to follow up the kick, but Holt rushed in and spoiled the movement. It was not long, however, before the home front rank were again in front of the goal, and Athersmith shooting, Parry stayed the ball with his hands. For this a penalty was given, but Reynolds, who took the kick, failed to score, the leather passing outside. Everton then pressed strongly, and Wilkes was kept very busy, Milward and Boyle sending in shots which tested the home custodian’s powers to the utmost. The danger was eventually cleared, and play was once more taken to Everton quarters, Parry and Adams were both on the alert, and play, which was now of the fastest and most exciting nature, was in turn transferred to home quarters. Wilkes saved several hot ones from Bell, Chadwick, and Milward and then Athersmith raced clear away, and passing Parry, he transferred to Campbell, but the latter shot wide. This mistake, however, was soon compensated for, Hodgetts passing over to Athersmith, when the latter sent in one which effectually beat Hillman, and placed the homesters once more ahead. Restarting the pace was maintained at the same terrific rate, despite the burning sun, and excitement ran high. Everton moving nicely off the forward line, did their best to break the defence, but both Welford and Spencer proved adamant and the latter, passing out to Cowan, the Villans were soon swarming round Hillman. Devey sent in a long low shot, which the ex-Burnleyite negotiated safely, this was followed by a second onslaught, and on John Cowan passing to Devey, that player landed the ball into a corner of the net amid terrific cheering. The game continued to be of a phenomenally fast character, and each goal was visited in rapid succession, too fast indeed to note every change. Holt beat Hodgetts and Cowan in his most masterly style, and then Chadwick and Milward raced off, the latter shooting strongly. Spencer intercepted the leather, however, and the homesters getting off, John Cowan shot over the bar. The Everton defence was scarcely so good as could have been wished, and they were lucky to avoid disaster more than once. The home backs, on the other hand, were simply magnificent, Spencer proving a veritable Trojan. Half-time score;- Aston Villa 3 goals, Everton 1 goal. Upon resuming after a rather long interval, which none of the spectators begrudged to the players, Everton at once were to the fore, and so earnest were the exponents in the carrying out of their vocation that the pace became greater than ever. Although in the minority of two goals the Everton men showed no sign of giving in, and availed themselves of every opportunity, and virtue at length brought its own reward in the shape of another goal from Bell, who finished up some grand combined work of Chadwick and Milward, in spite of the none too polite attentions of both Spencer and Welford, in piloting past Wilkes. Fast and furious was the game continued, both sides striving their utmost and after Athersmith had careered along the right, and Parry had been penalised for a foul against the fast outside winger, the ball was tipped to Cowan, who was distinctly off-side, but the delinquency was not observed by the referee, and upon the old North Ender crossing to Athersmith, the latter put to Campbell, who also was infringing the off-side rule, and to the chagrin of the Evertonians the referee allowed the point to count which the Villa centre scored. In no way disheartened, although somewhat checked by this reverse, the Liverpool men played up well, and ere long as the wing-up of some grand work by Chadwick and Bell, the latter, although pressed on all sides reduced the homesters’ lead again. From this point to the finish the contest was gamely fought, both sides suffering hard lines, and the ultimate score read, after a magnificent contest- Aston Villa 4 goals, Everton 3. Teams;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Parry and Adams, backs; Boyle, Holt, and Stewart, half-backs; Williams, McInnes, Bell, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Aston Villa;- Wilkes, goal; Spencer and Welford, backs; Reynolds, Cowan, and Crabtree, half-backs; Athersmith, Devey, Campbell, Hodgetts, and Cowan, forwards.

EVERTON v.  SHEFFIELD UNITED
The Liverpool Daily Post- Thursday, October 3, 1895
The above League match will be played at Goodison Park on Saturday; kick-off 4. The following players will represent;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridges, backs; Boyle, Holt, and Stewart, half-backs; Latta, Bell, Cameron, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards.
ASTON VILLA’S NEW GROUND
As the Aston Police Court yesterday, the Aston Villa Football Club applied for permission to make certain additional entrances to the Aston Lower Grounds, where they are to play at the close of the present football season. They purpose making twenty-eight entrances and will have forty-eight turnstiles. The ground when finished will be the finest football enclosure in the country. The application was granted with cordiality.

ASTON VILLA’S NEW GROUND
The Liverpool Daily Post- Friday, October 4, 1895
The Aston Villa committee on Wednesday decided to sign the agreement taking over the Aston Low Grounds in place of their old field at perry Bar. A limited liability company is to be formed with a capital £10,000 about half of which will be called up. A cement track will probably be built and accommodation will be provided for 34,000 people
EVERTON v.  SHEFFIELD UNITED
THE ABOVE League match will be played Goodison Park tomorrow; kick-off 4. The following players will represent Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Boyle, Holt and Storrier, half-backs; Latta, Bell, Cameron, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards.

REFEREE-BAITING AT WOLVERHAMPTON
Bridgnorth Journal and South Shropshire Advertiser-Saturday, 5 October 1895
At the close of the match Wolverhampton Wanderers v. Everton at the Molineux Grounds, on Saturday, Mr. T. Armitt, the referee was mobbed in disgraceful style. Directly he blew his whistle the Crowd rushed at him, and if he was not illtreated it was only due to the protection offered him by two of the Wanderers’ players and a policemen. A few members of the committee, including Mr. Hollingsworth and Mr. Brodie, soon went to their assistance, and with difficulty Mr. Armitt was escorted to the press box, where, guarded by the police and a few of the principal supporters of the club, he was safe from attack. The crowd still lingered, and the police force was not sufficient to clear the ground. Under these circumstances Mr. Armitt was kept in his secluded quarters for about half-an-hour, during which time Mr. Hollingsworth addressed the crowd did all that any single man could do to restore order. At length it was thought safe for Mr. Armitt to leave, surrounding by policemen, but no sooner had he stepped out of the box than the crowd commenced to hustle the police and generally behave like uncivilised beings. When the street was reached it was found that a car was passing along, and the police at once rushed to the doors, only to find that the vehicle was occupied by a lady who appeared to be considerably alarmed at the attack. Blows were dealt by the police and the way cleared to a cab, in which Mr. Armitt was placed, a policeman on either side of him, and two in front completely sheltering him from view. Finding it impossible to get to the referee as affairs stood, a rush was made for the cabman, and an attempt made to pull him off his box. His cost was torn from his back, and had it not been for the police and a few others, he would have soon been fetched from his seat. However, he drove away amid loud groans and the shower of a few missiles.

EVERTON 5 SHEFFIELD UNITED 0
October 7 1895 The Liverpool Mercury
Although the weather was altogether dull, they was about 12000 spectators at Goodison Park to witness the first of the League engagements between the above teams. The successful of United to Liverpool combined with the performance of the Everton play, would be a open game. At four o'clock the teams lined up as follows : - Everton: - Hillman, goal, Adams, and Arridges, backs, Boyle (captain), Holt, and Stewart halfbacks Latta, Bell, Cameron, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Sheffield United: - Foulkes, goal, Thicklett, and Cain backs, Howell, Whitham, and Jones halfbacks, Howard, Docherty, Hammond, Hill, and Walton. Hammond set the ball rolling for the United, and following upon some grand passing between Cameron and Chadwick, Milward raced down and got the ball slightly wide of the post. Howard had no better luck, at the other end, and as the home centre opening out the play again. Foulkes was distinctly lucky in meeting a hot one from Chadwick. The pass at this juncture was very fast, and as a rate the exchanges were to favour of Everton. under heavily pressure Cain kicked back tom Foulkes, and a fruitless corner followed, while some smart work on the part of Howell resulted in Howard obtaining possession and initiating a smart attack on Everton's defence. The ball was eventually sent across to Hill, but before he could put in his kick, Adams was upon him, though on returning Howell sent in a stinger, and for a little time the United forwards sustained a strong position. Holt eventually cleared, and Bell raced away, but Latta being offside spoiled the movement. A defect which matter little, however, as Cameron led the way for Bell, and the latter putting to the outside men just in time to notch Everton first goal 15 minutes after the start of the game. On resuming the Everton forwards fairly ran down on the United defence, and Foulkes was sequentially tested. Thickett fouled Milward, and almost brought about downfall, and again when a few minutes latter scoring pertale the home side lost ground by being penalised in goal. Cameram all but drove into the ball home, and Latta immediately following just put it ourside and from the goal kick Chadwick and Milward fastened on the ball, the latter finishing up with a stiff handful for Foulkes to negiate. It was only at odd intervals that the United forwards got under weigh, and when they did manage to get the better of the home halves, Arridge and Adams were equal to the danger made upon them. Jones caused considerable immented by deliberately handling the ball, and from the free kick Chadwick levelled a shot, which Foulkes throwing himself across the goal in order to save. After a slight pressure, which Arridge eventually cleared. Bell fastened on the ball and drove forward to Latta, who in turn cventre give to Cameron, who scored from long range. The play had no sooner been restarted than the latest recruit threaded his way between the backs, and on Milward closing in from the left, the latter out the ball into the net. This was all the scoring up to the interval were Everton led by 3 goals to nil. Getting at work again, Everton were first to adopt aggressive tactics. The monotony was broken by a fine effort on the part of Watson, but being indifficulty to support, it brought little reward. A moment later Hammond appeared to have a clear course, but Mullen the ball which, was smartly at the other end, where Bell almost brought about further disaster. Boyle put the ball over the bar and following some combination on the part of Bell and Cameron, Chadwick banged it into the net. This last reverse seemed to rouse the visitors to their position, and after several attempts they at length fairly held their opponents, but in attempting to get the ball into the net, they were along way out of their reckinish. Hill and Walton took good him, but the shots lacked fire, and Hillman met every effort with greatness coolness. Whitham kicked over the bar, the pressure was not relieved and Arridge foiled Deherty, and by judicious tackling enable his forwards to again under weigh. Cameron led on the way for Chadwick who sent in with terrific force, and though Foulkes mer the ball, he was unable to shop it. It was a grand attempt to save, and an similar effort from the scorer. The remainder of the game continued in the United half, and as nothing further was scored, Everton won by 5 goals to nil.

NORTHWICH VICTORIA 0 EVERTON RESERVES 4
October 7 1895.
Everton winning by 4 goals to nil, Reay scored two and Handford also scoring

EVERTON IN GRAND FORM
The Athletic News- Monday, October 7, 1895
By the Loiterer
Sheffield United hitherto have given Everton rather more than they bargained for, having so recently as last season taken three points as the result of the two games, yet some people seem to think they are not a formidable lot. The improved form of the home team has been very noticeable during the last week, and their supporters were pretty confident of their ability to win. On the other hand, some 500 Sheffielders, who were early astir, were equally sanguine the United would be successful, so there was a healthy competition in this respect. As regards the teams, Everton were more fortunate than their opponents, inasmuch as they had the assistance of Cameron, of Queen’s Park, whilst the visitors were short of the valuable assistance of Needham, to say nothing of Yates. The weather was about as dirty as it could be, yet some 12,000 spectators viewed the proceedings, and, barring the 500 from Sheffield, were fairly happy. The teams were;-
Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Boyle (Captain), Holt, and Stewart, half-backs; Latta, Bell, Cameron, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Sheffield United; Foulkes, goal; Thickett and Cain, backs; Howell, Whittam, and Jones, half-backs; Howard, Dockerty, Hammond, Hill and Watson, forwards. Referee; Mr. Strawson. The Everton forwards soon gave us a taste of what was to follow, for the passing was good, and Millward finished up with a shot which only the net convinced the spectators was a little wide. Many were the good bits witnessed, the home forwards showing great skill and dash in their movements. The Sheffield backs and goalkeeper were citen seen to advantage, but as a rule they were not shaping at all well. Now and again the visiting forwards got away, and their long passing was very serviceable, and they were banging at Hillman before we knew they were away. The burly goalkeeper, however, had nothing great on, though once he held the ball too long, and he was floored by two of the Sheffield forwards. Another item favourable to the visitors was when Adams let in Watson, but the Everton man came again, and cleared out of the goal mouth. Beyond these, and continued hard work, which was often thrown away by faulty passes at the finish, the Sheffield men could not derive much consolation out of the proceedings. The Everton forwards continued to play a much superior game, and a nice bit of work by Cameron gave Latta an opportunity, which he accepted. It was a long time before another goal came, but the way the home team were playing left little doubt as to which side victory would lay. There was any amount of dash in their work, combined with a confidence in each other which was refreshing. Latta had a hand in the second goal, though Cameron scored the point. The new centre was at it again right from the kick off, for he dribbled to within a few yards from goal, and then Milward got hold and scored the third goal. I thought Milward was offside myself, but the referee allowed the point, and Everton crossed over with a substantial lead. The start of the second half brought no relief to the visitors, for home forwards were soon busy, and Chadwick gave Foulkes a teaser, which he cleverly saved. Bell also made a good attempt at goal, and for a long time the backs had a busy time of it. A nice run by Dockerty and Howard brought relief and this was a prelude to more aggressive work by the visitors, who had the best of the play during the next quarter of an hour. Hammond had hard lines with a shot which hit the cross-bar, and Watson put in a nice dribble which deserved a better fate than being thrown away at the finish. Again Everton took up the running, and there was more finish in their work, for after hitting the bar Chadwick put on the fourth goal and followed up the success by placing a fifth, both points being of the best description. In the end Everton won easily by five goals to none. There is no question as to which was the better team, for apart from the score, the home team were superior at all points and much better balanced. Hillman was only seldom seriously tested, the backs in front of him doing good work. Adams occasionally indulged in flashy play, but as a rule he was too clever for Watson and Hill. Arridge was the better man, his kicking being clean and powerful, and he was full of resource. The half backs were always conspicuous with clever work, their placing being accurate, and all three showed much improved form. The most pleasing feature was the unanimity existing with the forwards. Cameron never seemed strange in his play to his companions, and the confident way he did his work was as gratifying as his cleverness in working the ball. Chadwick, too, was at his best, some of the shots he put in being worthy of his best shooting days. Milward was as dashing as ever, and the pair did a lot of clever work. The right wing suffered a little in comparison, for Bell went off in his play in the second half. In the first half he and Latta got on very well, and throughout the team was well balanced. I don’t know that Foulkes can be blamed for the part he took in the game, which points to a laxity somewhere. The blame can be distributed amongst the other ten. The forwards never got going properly, for there was always some weakness apparent. Inn the first half they made a fairly good show with the chances they had, but generally speaking they worked disjointedly. There was no method attending their efforts, and even when they had a good spell of attacking in the second half the placing of the ball was erratic, and their attacks were more of bursts than sustained efforts, and the home defence frequently took advantage of loose play. The halves were not so effective as usual. Jones did not make a good substitute for Needham, and he seemed lost in the position. The other two were often in difficulties and unable to cope with the home forwards. Cameron greatly troubled Whitham, for he was always well up, and with weak half-backs the backs had little chance. Still, Thickett and Cain did not play a good game, but we grew so accustomed to the failings of the others that we hardly looked for amends to be made in this quarter.

LIVERPOOL AND DISTRICT NOTES
The Athletic News- October 7, 1895
By the Loiterer
The Everton team gave a good account of themselves at Birmingham last week, and, whatever else may be said of them, they are evidently well trained. I notice the game with Aston Villa is described as the best football match ever played at Birmingham, and with such exponents as the two teams this is not to be wondered at, especially when the result was so close. That the Everton team have at last got into their stride is evident by the events in the last three matches, for though they hardly expected beating the Villa, they ran them to a goal, and when the two teams meet at Goodison Park on December 21, a good game is sure to result, and I anticipate a big crowd and a scientific display. Both teams play the pure game, and whichever side wins it will be by a small margin. Next Saturday Everton go on tour, playing Notts Forest on Saturday, Woolwich Arsenal on Monday, and the Casuals on Tuesday.

MIDLANDS NOTES
The Athletic Notes- Monday, October 7, 1895
THE EVERTON MATCH
The twelve thousand folks who last Monday at Perry Bar stewed in their own juice ‘neath the sweltering rays of a September sun must have been highly delighted with the game they saw, notwithstanding the somewhat uncomfortable meteorological conditions under which they viewed the Everton and Perry Barr professors try so desperately hard to wrest a couple of points from each other in the great League competition. Except for two or three little blemishes it was certainly a glorious game to watch, and it was a case of pull-devil, pull-baker throughout the whole ninety minutes. I heard one or two of the Everton men say afterwards that they were very unlucky in not winning, and I should think the intense heat had warped their judgement, for taken all round the Villa were a two-goal better team, and they were a little unfortunate they did not win the match by a bigger margin.
SULTRY TIMES FOR KEEPERS
The game started at so lively a pace that most of us thought it would not last, but with the exception of the last ten minutes, it was a regular cracker throughout, and much of the play was of the most brilliant description. John Cowan started early, then Bell equalised; this was followed by a rocket-like slanter from Athersmith, and just before half-time John Devey headed through a third, the Villa leading at the interval by three to one. A long wait for the hot and perspiring players, and then they waltzed into it as lightsomely as ever, Welford letting in Bell twice- advantages that lively and erudite player did not forgot to collar and score, though Hodgetts also slid one through for the home team. Both keepers had a very sultry time, Hillman’s exhibition being exceedingly fine, especially in connection with two or three scorching shots by Athersmith at the finish of the game. The Villa ultimately won by four to three, and everybody went away thoroughly satisfied with a splendid contest. Parry once knocked the ball from under the bar with his fist, and John Reynolds missed the penalty- the second time in the course of his career. The Everton back also displayed temper occasionally, and seemed terribly cut up by Athersmith’s pace and smartness. The visitors’ defence is not their strong point, but Bell played a magnificent game, and scored all the goals for his side, Reynolds was the weakest of the Villa crowd, and Athersmith, Hodgetts, Cowan, Wilkes, and Spencer the best. 

FOOTBALL NOTES
The Liverpool Mercury, October 7, 1895
Despite the advance elements that reigned on Saturday, the attendance at Goodison Park was of a very satisfactory character, and followers of the Everton club had the pleasure of seeing the return to form of their favourites. The constitution of the team has undergone many vicissitudes, although the season is little spent, but the latest developments are distinctly favourable, and one cannot but look forward to a lengthy run of successes. Cameron, late of Queen’s Park, filled the centre-forward position, and Latta once again partnered Bell on the outside right. The back division has been the cause of the greatest anxiety to the executive, and as Parry is indisposed the services of Arridge were called into requisition. It was naturally to be expected that Everton would obtained a couple of points as the result of the afternoon’s work, but even the most enthusiastic could scarcely hope for a five goals to nil victory. The game from start to finish was distinctly in favour of Everton, for it was only on rare occasions that the United approached to anything like aggressive methods, and these were invariably of short duration. The Everton van worked well throughout, and, generally speaking, the work was evenly distributed. The sharp, short passing along the ground called forth reminiscences of proud success, and on Saturday’s display they would have to be doughty opponents that could give the Blues a start. The forward play of the United was fitful, and no doubt the depletions from their rank had much to do with this. At times, the ball was worked down in masterly fashion, only to result in weak final efforts, and but for this defect a score which would have more accurately reflected on the general run of the play must have been recorded and deserved. At half back the Evertonians had more than a slight lead in operations, and in addition to finding openings for those in front of them, they, when pressed without a hope of getting the ball forwards, passed to one another with precision and good judgement until an opportunity was afforded of advantageously placing the ball to a forward. There was little to choose between the last lines of defence, for both sides gave a fairly good exposition. Latta opened the scoring account 15 minutes from the start of play, after Cameron had, in conjunction with Bell, made a magnificent opening. The second goal was notched by the latest recruit, following upon a smart centre by the outside right, and the third, which appeared to be of the off-side order, was credited to Milward, after a grand individual effort on the part of Cameron. The fourth goal was obtained by Chadwick, after smart manoeuvring between Cameron and Bell, and during the last minutes of play the same player deftly tricked Cain and brought Everton’s score to a close. Coming to the players, and commencing with the forwards, too much praise cannot be given to the work of Chadwick and Milward, who, from start to finish, played a thoroughly consistent and clever game. Cameron, in the centre, was an undoubted success. His speedy runs and sharp and accurate passes, combined with resources that seemed unlimited when hard pressed, stamp him as a high-class centre, and by commanding his services the Everton executive are at any rate relieved of one anxious problem. His style of play appeared to be thoroughly suited to the left wing’s methods, as will readily be gauged from the scoring. Latta more than came up to expectations, and there were intervals when his experience of football tactics brought inestimable value to his side. Bell was not as successful as the others, and had this player been in anything like the shooting form on Monday last against Aston Villa the United tale would have read rout. Of the United forwards, the left was the more effective wing, Watson, the outside man, especially being more than once a subject of anxiety to the Everton defenders. The other end of the line did nothing above the ordinary, but as Hammond, in the centre, often came in for the close attentions of Holt, the defects of the line can be readily accounted for, Boyle, with Holt, played a sterling goal, and Stewart gave little quarter when the ball came his way, but on the opposing side, beyond the steady work contributed by Whitham in the centre, there was nothing of a promising character divulged, and the absence of Needham had no doubt a great deal to do with the disaster. At full back Adams played a successful game, especially in close quarters, but the honours of this division must be credited to Arridge, who played grandly throughout, his performance reminding one of his successful career in the old Bootle days. In tackling, kicking, and recovering, he showed great capability, and the selection committee can safely entrust this position to his care, at any rate for some time to come. Cain and Thickett had a great deal of work on hand, and when taking into account the complete defeat of their forwards, coupled with the inability of the halves to render much assistance, they came off fairly well. Hillman in goal had little to do, so feeble were the efforts of the opposing forwards; but, on the other hand, Foulkes was aften threatened with disaster, and but for his magnificent display between the sticks the defeat of his side must have stood out as a record.
That Everton are on the mend after the Wolves match was proved by the capital game they gave the Aston Villa at Perry Barr on Monday last. Had the referee given them their just rights the result would have been a draw, for a more glaring case of off-side it is impossible to imagine. The game was a most enjoyable one, being fought out on purely scientific lines, and although Everton had a very much lop-sided team, the goals they obtained were the result of magnificent work, and were far ahead of those secured by the Villans. A scoring game is always pleasing to the spectators, and when the goals come alternately a spiciness is added to the fight, which makes it most enjoyable. Everton were strong in goal, weak at back, powerful in the extreme at half-back, while the forwards were, like the composition of a Midland train, “first and third class only.” Milward, Chadwick, and Bell, worked most harmoniously together, and the three grand goals of Bell, which brilliant individual final efforts, were the outcome of splendid work by Chadwick, who in each created the opening, and thus led up to the success. The Aston Villa team are a powerful lot, but beyond indulging in some pretty passing in the first five or ten minutes, were more remarkable for a display of great speed among their forwards than for telling cohesion. Devey’s sole aim seemed to be to make openings for Athersmith, while Hodgetts appeared to follow out a similar mode of produce with regard to Cowan. Campbell in the centre is a player resembling in style his namesake of Sunderland, an individual footballer, whose speciality is terrific shooting. However, he found Holt just one too many for him on Monday.

EVERTON v  SHEFFIELD UNITED
The Liverpool Daily Post- Monday, October 7, 1895
It was unfortunate that the weather was so a propitiousfor the above match, as Sheffield United usually “draw” at Goodison Park, and the torrential downpour naturally kept a large contingent away. Nevertheless, early on a crowd of enthusiasts began to flock into the enclosure, and there was every appearance that at least the attendance would be of respectable propositions. The rain certainly did not affect the playing position of the ground, which looked in perfect conditions, and though, of course not on the surface, underneath was quite hard. Sheffield brought a good following of supporters with them. The Everton team was somewhat differently constituted to that which we have been accustomed to see of late, Latta again coming out and partnering Bell, and Cameron, late of Queen’s Park, appearing as centre forward. In the Sheffield team Jones appeared in place of Needham, who is laid low with an injured shoulder and Howard came out instead of Yates, who is also on the injured list. Boyle won the toss, and decided to put the Sheffielders at the Park end. Hammond started in presence of about 12,000 spectators. After preliminary skirmishing Latta got away, but had his pass intercepted by Jones. Then Milward dashed off with a pass from Chadwick, and after a lively passenger ended by shooting a trifle wide of the mark, the crowd heartily showing their appreciation of this piece of fine play by hearty plaudits. Sheffield were penalised and Hillman landed the ball well down the field, Latta sending across, and Bell making two or three heroic attempts to lower the visitors’ charge, but without result. The home right wing were again busy and Foulkes was called upon to clear from Latta, which he did most effectually.  Arridge cleared out Williams, and the Everton left got away, some fine passing being shown by the home front rank. Foulkes was compelled to concede a corner, which Chadwick placed beautifully into goal, the Sheffield custodian clearing cleverly. A foul by Everton followed. The free kick gave a great amount of relief to the visitors, and after another temporary visit by the homesters. Watson and Hill passed Adams, with the result that the Everton goal was for a moment in jeopardy, but the backs were very steady. Sheffield made another raid, Watson sending in a brilliant shot, which Hillman grandly cleared, and in the act of so doing he was charged through his goal, having however, previously got away the danger. The free kick sent play to the other end of the field. Foulkes getting rid of a very good attempt on the part of Milward. After a spell in midfield the ball was again taken up into Sheffield quarters and at length Cameron came to the front and passed to the right, Latta meeting the pass and scoring first goal for Everton after sixteen minutes play. The crowd received the evidence of their favourites’ success with manifestations of delight and loud and long were the cheers which greeted their performance. Though this was well placed the goal was so well packed that Everton could not break through, and the game was removed to less dangerous quarters,. Watson was given a fine opening, and dashed speedily up the left wing. Adams went out to meet the opposing force but misjudged his kick. Watson was on the spot in an instant, but, although he raced away, Adams followed up and collared him. The Hill came along to his partner’s assistance, but Adams bored his way in and came through with flying colours. The Evertonians were not long in improving their position, and Foulkes saved one shot, after which Latta just missed. Coming up again, the homesters played havoc with the visitors’ defence, Chadwick getting in a beautiful shot from a difficult angle, and he had hard lines in not scoring. Holt, Boyle, and Stewart kept their forwards busily engaged, and a fusillade was kept up on the visiting goal. The defence, however, of Cain, Thiset, and Foulkes was all that could be desired. Sheffield now took up the attack, a dangerous movement being initiated on the left wing, but again Hillman came to the rescue, clearing Watson’s shot splendidly. Arridge gave effectual relief, and this led up to a prolonged attack on Sheffield’s charge, and after Cameron, Chadwick and Latta had each tried to lower Foulkes’s charge. Bell brought the pressure to a close by shooting wide. The kick out was followed by a foul against Everton on the Sheffield right, and after this the leather was flashed across to the left wing, Watson making excellent progress. However, the ball was returned to the centre, where Witham came in with a shot which travelled by the side of the post. Then away dashed the Evertonians, whose forward line made rings round their opponents. The ball was finally rushed over the line, but Bell met the leather coming out and passed to Latta, who served Foulkes with a particularly warm consignment; but the Sheffield goalkeeper dealt cleverly with the shot. A brief spell of pressure by the visitors followed, but Everton were not long in getting back again, and attacked to some purpose. After the players had been sliding about, Latta and Bell made ground with a beautiful passing movement along the Everton right. First Jones and then Cain endeavoured to intercept their progress but to no purpose, the Everton outside man going along as gaily as in his best days. Finally, Latta flashed the ball to the centre, and Cameron pouncing upon it and netted his game in fine fashion. The further success on the part of the homesters aroused the spectators to a high pitch of enthusiasm, which was intensified when the homesters again moved up in attacking order. There was no holding the Everton men, the whole team working with a precision and cohesion which was bound to bring success. From the centre the home men came straight away. Latta and Bell working perfectly together, and the ball being sent across to the centre, it was left for either Chadwick, Milward, or Cameron to put on the final touch. Milward did the trick, giving Foulkes no chance. Everton continued to keep up the pressure to the interval, the score at half-time being;- Everton 3 goals, United nil. When the game was restarted the rain was still coming down most heavily, but the spectators gallantly stood their ground. Cameron got the ball in motion, Sheffield being the first to attack, but they were quickly driven back, and Everton assumed a determined attitude causing the visiting defence some trouble. Chadwick tested Foulkes with a beauty, the custodian fisting out finely. Following a throw in on the Sheffield right, the visitors allowed the home side to advance strongly on the left, and time after time there appeared openings for the home contingent but the ever-vigilant Foulkes was alive to the occasion and allowed nothing to pass him. Everton kept up the attack, and then Cain administered the finishing touch to a grand bit of defence, the homesters turning about and facing their opponents bravely. The ground was now becoming enveloped in semi-darkness, and the movements of the players become very indistinct. Chadwick struck the crossbar with a fine header from a free kick, and there Bell sent the ball over. Keeping up the attack in a most persistent manner, some fine exchanges by the home front rank resulted in Chadwick scoring the fourth goal. Everton kept up the attack on the Sheffield goal, but the play at this period was neither interesting nor exciting. Everton being apparently content to reply upon their ample margin while the Sheffielders seemed content to confine their attention to keeping down the score. The attack by the home men was prolonged, but at last the United broke away. Witham finishing up by shooting over the bar. A great rush down by the whole of the Everton forwards culminated in another goal, Chadwick beating Foulkes with a magnificent shot. Foulkes saved again and again, and then Hillman was called upon. During the last few minutes Everton attacked strongly, and though corners fell to them, they could not add to the score. The game ultimately ended with the home team victorious by 5 goals to nil. Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Boyle, Holt and Stewart, half-backs; Latta, Bell, Cameron, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. United;- Foulkes, goal; Thickett and Cain, backs; Howell, Whitham, and Jones, half backs; Howard, Dockery, Hammond, Hill, and Watson, forwards.

COMBINATION
The Liverpool Daily Post- Monday, October 7, 1895
NORTHWICH VICTORIA V.  EVERTON
The visitors were an hour late, and commenced operations with the wind in their favour. In the first five minutes Handford shot over and wide. Reay nicely placed a corner, but Ryan cleared. Two more useless corners ensued, and then there was a smart tussle. Smith saving from Mainman. A stubborn defence was penetrated with a flier from Reay. Half-time-Everton 2 goals, Northwich nil. Everton occurred a corner on resumption, but it was abortive, Reay pounced on the ball and shot bang into the net from midfield. Flewitt missed a golden opportunity and then Ryan and Bailey went down the right, and Hiles brought off a clever save. McDonald charged down a good shot from Marrow. Chadwick and Reay went off with a dash, and the latter struck the bar with a scotcher. Midfield play preceded another attack by Everton, the game ending in favour of the Everton team by 4 goals to nil.

SHEFFIELD UNITED v. EVERTON
Sheffield Daily Telegraph-Monday 7 October 1895
CRUSHING DEFEAT OF THE VISITORS
From our own Reporter
The chances of United against their redoubtable opponents of Saturday last had been very seriously discounted during the week by accidents to one or other of the team, and it was a far from sound eleven which was sent out to do duty for the club, and hopes of success were very slight, indeed. Yates, whose leg is in plaster of Paris, and who is more injured than generally supposed, was again absent, while Needham, who had hurt his shoulder badly in the Preston match, was also absent and in this serious plight the committee had to have resource to Jones, who played left half-back, and Harry Howard, who took Yates’ usual place. The Everton team was very strong, Cameron taking his place for the first time, whilst Latta emerged from his retirement with gratifying success and Arridge, who was tried at left full back, was quite the best of the two, kicking and tackling splendidly. The weather was miserably wet all through but a capital company of about 10,000 people was on the ground, and naturally greeted the fine victory of the home side with great cheers. Details;-
United, whose luck looks like becoming proverbial, once more lost the toss. They had a spell of attacking at the start, but made little use of their chances, and Milward at the other end was desperately met with a fine low shot which just went the wrong side of the past. At the other end pretty passing by the United right, in which Howard was very conspicuous, was ended by Watson with a fine opening, shooting high over, and in the course of a scrimmage at the other end a corner was gained by the Everton men, in saving which Foulkes shewed to a lot of advantage, and a determined rush by the Sheffielders followed. This was closed by Watson centring excellently across the goal-mouth, but Arridge got in Howard’s way and foiled his final shot. The game was, however, very fast, and each end was speedily visited though Foulkes had the most to do. Whitham was working with a good deal of success in the centre, whilst Howell was very noticeable for his fine defensive tactics, but still on the whole there was more danger about the display of the home five, and Dockerty though nicely placed, hooked the ball over the bar from a close “bully” beneath, and Howell robbed the tricky Everton left in spirited style. Then a fine run down the centre by Whitham ended in his passing across to Watson, who, with a clever dropping centre compelled Hillman’s interference. In the act of clearing he was charged heavily through his goal by Hammond, and a free kick to his side followed. This enabled Everton to cross over, where Milward, though handicapped by Howell’s attention, got in a lovely centre, which Foulkes did well to clear. Latta hit the post just afterwards with a fine shot, but was manifestly off-side at the time, though a moment afterwards from a mistake by Howell’s he banged the ball into the United net in fine fashion, Foulkes hitting, but falling to stop the ball. This was after a quarter of an hour’s play. Straight to the same end went the game again, and after a lot of pressing on the left the ball went across, from a fine in goal, to Latta, who, however, made a poor flying attempt to score. On the other wing the once incomparable pair, Milward and Chadwick, were at their best again, and their passing was perfection. At the end of one bout of pretty work, a lovely shot at long range by Chadwick was capitally saved by the United custodian, and his forwards for a time gave a respite, but it was not for long, as a foul against the visitors drove them back, off-side against Cameron also spoiling a good chance to the home brigade. Then Watson and Jones took the ball neatly up the field, and a bit of good work by the former ended in his beating Boyle cleverly, but Hillman got his centre away in time to avoid Hammond’s visitation. Another chance came next, and with a fine shot Whitham almost beat Hillman, but the ball just glanced wide, and though Everton went away by their left the fine work of Cain and Howell proved sufficient for the famous pair, who were repeatedly pulled up, and fine passing by Dockerty and Hammond ended in the last-named, with a fine effort, shooting just wide of the goal. At length Whitham, failing, let in the whole of the home forwards, of whom Latta centred so well that Cameron had not the slightest difficulty in beating Foulkes for the second time, at very close quarters, with five minutes still to play before the interval. A moment later, and a third point was scored, Milward, though apparently well off-side, being the executant. Interval- Everton, 3 goals; United, 0 goal. A bombardment of the United goal opened the second half, and Cameron gave Foulkes a rare handful in the first minute, and with the rain still falling heavily, the pressure was kept up powerfully, chiefly by the home left wing, till Cain stepped up and cleared nimbly. Then Howard got away, closely hampered by Stewart, and forced a corner from his opponent, from which, however, the Everton men broke away up the field, headed by Cameron, Watson relieved the pressure by a dashing run the whole length of the ground, but all the other forwards were a good score yards behind at the finish, and his excellent centre, though he waited as long as he dare, was miserably wasted, and Hillman had no trouble with it. Once Hammond headed in grandly, but Hillman just got to the ball as a goal looked assured, and cleared amid a tremendous cheer, for the downfall of his citadel looked certain. Still United pressed madly, though despairingly, and in all their advances Watson was the leader, playing a fine game and continually banging ahead. Clever work by Arridge sent back the visitors’ right, and Cameron, straight in front of Foulkes, made a poor attempt at goal. A moment later, and a long pass from the right saw Adams miss the ball, and Hammond had a clear course, but placing the ball a trifle wide enabled Hillman to come out and hold him off till the ball was safely over the touch line. A further attack on the visitors’ goal followed from a free kick, admirably placed. Milward was nearly successful with a fine bit of heading, but Foulkes just intervened, and saved very finely, but the same forward, after a bit more pressing in front of the same goal, scored the fourth point with a low oblique shot. A thick and awkward mist was settling down upon the ground, and the absurdity of a four o’clock commencement was growing very apparent, and from this point the Everton men held their own with ease, and were never much pressed. They gained a corner, but this was cleared, but they were not to be denied, and kept up a continuous attack, whilst the efforts of the Sheffield forwards were now both weak and spiritless. With ten minutes still to play, Chadwick wriggled his way through the Sheffield defence, in the most masterly fashion, and had no one to face but Foulkes when he shot. The goalkeeper stopped his effort, in excellent style, but the ball passed from his hands to the ground on the wrong side of the line, and a fifth goal was credited to the home side, though Foulkes was manifestly disappointed in the decision. After this there was a lot of uninteresting midfield play. Just at the finish Howell tried a long shot, which went a trifle wide and Everton renewed the pressure to the finish;- Everton 5 goals, Sheffield United 0 goals. Teams;- United; Foulkes, goal; Cain and Thickett, backs; Howell, Whitham, and Jones, half-backs; Howard, Dockerty, Hammond, Hill, and Watson, forwards. Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams, and Arridge, backs; Boyle, Boyle, Holt and Stewart, half-backs; Latta Bell, Cameron, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Referee; Mr. Strawson, of Lincoln.

STEWART
Edinburgh Evening News- Thursday 10 October 1895
Stewart, the Everton left half-back, accommodates himself nicely to the new throw-in. standing on the line with his feet wide part the new rule has no terrors for him, and he can thrown  in as far now, relatively to other players, as Hugh Wilson could under the old regime.

EVERTON FOOTBALL CLUB
The Liverpool Daily Post- Friday, 11 October 1895
The return League match between the above will take place at Nottingham tomorrow. Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Boyle, Holt, and Stewart, half-backs; Latta, Bell, Cameron, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards.
EVERTON COMBINATION v. OLDHAM COUNTY
This Combination match is down for decision at Goodison Park tomorrow; kick-off 3.30.
Everton Combination- Cook, goal; McDonald and Storrier, backs; Kelso, Meiklejohn, and Elliott, half-backs; Williams, Chadwick, Mainman, Flewitt, and Schofield, forwards.

NOTTS FOREST v EVERTON
Nottingham Football news-Saturday 12 October 1895
Beautiful weather favoured the return match between these clubs on the Town Ground this afternoon, and as might be expected, there was another very large attendance, for Everton have invariably been one of the great attractions of the season. It was against Everton that Forest played their second League match of the season, and the first away from home, the game ending in a disastrous defeat for the “reds,” who succumbed to the tune of six goals to two. Since then Everton have held their own, but Forest have gone very badly, last Saturday’s defeat by Derby County dropping them into the last three. Frank Forman, who was not a success in the forward rank last week, filled the vacancy caused by the absence of McPherson, who strained himself in the Derby County match. Fortunately, Allsopp was sufficiently recovered to take his place in goal again, so that Forest may be said to be well represented to-day. Everton brought a full team, including Cameron, the Scotch amateur, who is going to play centre for Everton as often as convenient. The teams therefore lined up as follows;- Forest;- Allsopp, goal; Ritchie and Scott, backs; Stewart, Frank Forman, and McCracken, half-backs; Pike, and Rose, right wing; Shaw, centre, Fred Forman, and McInnes, left wing. Everton; Hillman, goal; Arridge and Adams, backs; Boyle, Holt, and Stewart, half-backs; Latta, and Bell, right wing; Cameron, centre; Chadwick, and Milward, left wing. Unfortunately Carnelley found himself unable to take part in the match at the last moment, an injury sustained during a practice making his appearance in the team an impossibility. Shaw had therefore to be brought in, and he filled the centre forward position. The game was started in the presence of 6,000 spectators, Scott, having won the toss, setting the visitors to play against the wind. Cameron made a plucky attempt to dribble through the Forest defence, but he was pulled up by the combined efforts of Scott, Stewart, and Ritchie. Everton, however, forced their way to close quarters, but a foul against Stewart, the Everton left half-back, for an infringement of the new rules, sent them back, and Forest took up the running with great spirit, Pike, Shaw, and Rose doing some hard and effective work on the right wing. From a long pass by Rose, Boyle, in attempting to clear, put the ball into his own goal, and Hillman had to throw away. Immediately afterwards Fred Forman made an attempt at goal, but his shot went wide, and from the kick out, Everton got well up the field, where Holt was slightly injured by a charge from Rose. The game was, however, quickly resumed, Forest being awarded a free kick as a result of Cameron tripping Rose. From this the “reds” got nicely down, but Stewart beat Shaw, and play was in midfield for the next two or three minutes. Ritchie then distinguished himself by a big kick and smart tackling against Chadwick and Milward, who were playing a smart and determined game. Free kicks fell to both sides, and from the one to Forest the ball was taken well down the right wing, where Stewart took a throw in the corner. From this Frank Forman put the ball nicely into the centre, but Holt cleared. Everton were quickly beaten back, however, and the “reds” made a pretty passing run. Shaw gave the ball to Pike in the nick of time, and the last-named player, running round Arridge, sent in a grand shot, which Hillman only just saved. After this the visitors got into the home quarters again, and clever play by Chadwick and Milward ended in the first-named putting the ball well over to the right wing, where Bell had a splendid chance. He shot wildly, however, the ball going right over the goal. Following the kick out play was of a very determined character, but it was mostly in the open, the backs on both sides playing splendidly. Frank Forman had very hard lines in having a straight fast shot stopped by Holt, but the ball was taken possession of by the Forest left, and on running forward, McInnes had the misfortune to seriously injury the Everton centre-half, who did not seem to have recovered from the first shock. Holt’s injury was such that the little International had to be carried off the field, blood streaming from his face. The game having restarted by the ball being thrown up, a long pass to the Everton right wing gave Bell and Latta a good chance. Ritchie missed his kick, and the Everton forwards getting possession again, the ball was splendidly centred by Latta, Milward making a fine attempt to head through, Stewart just touching the ball round the post. The corner kick was splendidly centred by Latta, Milward making a fine attempt to head through, Stewart just touching the ball round the post. The corner kick was as usual, well placed by Chadwick, and the ball, dropping close in, it was scrambled through the Forest goal. A vigorous appear was, however, made against the point being allowed, and luckily for the “reds” it was sustained, greatly to the disappointment of the visitors. Everton continued to have the best of the play, but a free kick to Forest resulted in a very hot attack on the Everton goal. The Forest forwards had more than one good chance to score, but the players seemed to prefer to pass the ball rather than to shoot, and after McInnes had overrun the ball when nothing could have saved a goal, Everton finally cleared. Still the visitors could make little headway, but it was only owing to the smart defence of the home backs. Forest again got well round their opponents goal, and Frank Forman, who was on the fringe of the crowd of players, sent in a grand long shot, which, however, struck Adams full in the chest. A free kick against McCracken, just when Forest were threatening danger again, enabled Everton to clear their lines, and a second free-kick, this time against Fred Forman for pushing Cameron, resulted in Chadwick dropping the ball just over the Forest cross-bar. The “reds” got well away from the goal kick, and this time they were awarded a free kick. Adams being penalised for holding McInnes, McCracken, however, sent the ball just over the cross-bar at a terrific rate. Holt, who had come on to the field again, was of very little use, and consequently the Everton defence suffered very greatly, the Forest forwards repeatedly forcing the backs into their own goal. Rose made a couple of shots at goal in quick succession, but the first went yards over the cross-bar, whilst the second went wide. McInnes, however, put in a grand shot from the extreme left, but Hillman saved, kicking the ball well up the field. Everton made desperate efforts to open out the play, but they were easily repulsed and the “reds” were soon in front of their opponents’ goal again, Fred Forman just sending wide with a grand shot. Clever play by the Forest Stewart kept the ball in the visitors’ quarters, but Holt kicked out when the Forest right wing threatened danger, and from the throw in the Everton right wing got well away. A determined and persistent attack on the Forest goal followed. The home backs defended in grand style, however, and although both Cameron and Chadwick were within an ace of scoring the Forest goal escaped downfall. Just on half-time a fine return by Boyle gave Chadwick a chance of an open shot. The International made no mistake about it, sending in a rasping low shot, which Allsopp only just got down to. The goalkeeper could do nothing but scoop the ball a few yards away, but Ritchie did the rest, and the interval came immediately afterwards without either side having scored. Half-time;- Forest 0, Everton 0.
Resuming, Forest had a slight breeze against them, but they were the first to show up, McInnes racing down into the left corner, where Adams kicked out. From the throw out, Everton got away, but Bell, who had gone centre half for Holt, who did not reappear, sent the ball out, and from the kick out Forest went straight for the Everton goal. Fred Forman had a likely chance for a long shot, but he passed the ball to McInnes, who rushed three minutes after the interval amidst tremendous cheering. This roused the visitors, and they looked like equalising right away, Ritchie missing his kick, and leaving the ball in front of Cameron. Scott, however, came to the rescue, taking the ball from under the feet of the Everton centre. The “reds” then made tracks for the Everton goal again, and both Rose and Pike sent in capital shots, both going over the bar. Considering that the visitors were playing ten men only the game was wonderfully even. Indeed, Everton for the next two or three minutes had the best of matters. A couple of free kicks close in to the Forest goal made the Forest supporters very anxious, but the home defence was very close, and eventually it prevailed, though Everton were somewhat unlucky in not scoring, Chadwick hitting the left upright following the second free kick. After this narrow escape, the “reds” lost no time in getting the ball out of their own quarters and McCracken putting it well up the field McInnes dashed into the centre, and running round Arridge, had such a clear shot at goal that Hillman did not even attempt to stop it, Forest thus scoring their second goal fourteen minutes after the change of ends. This success was enthusiastically applauded by the spectators, who now numbered nearly eight thousand. After this reverse the visitors played harder than ever, but their forwards met with a stubborn defence, Cameron being splendidly looked after by Frank Forman. A corner then fell to the Liverpudlians, but this was easily worked away, and play opened out again. A dash down the Forest right wing ended in Pike sending over with a long shot, and from the goal kick the visitors got well down the field again, Chadwick putting in a grand long shot which Allsopp safely caught and threw away. Forest took up the running once more, but Fred Forman, after nicely beating Boyle, finished up with a poor shot. Immediately afterwards the same player was robbed of the ball by Arridge whist working for an opening, and midfield play followed. McCracken, however, got the ball nicely to McInnes and the left pair put in a pretty run, resulting in McInnes just missing by inches. So close was it, indeed, that many of the spectators though the ball had gone into the net. After this the Forest had all the best of the play, and Rose nearly scored with a long oblique shot. Immediately afterwards Shaw, who was playing a good game in the centre, also made a capital attempt, the ball rolling a foot wide from the post. The next to try was Pike, but there was very little power behind his shot, and Hillman easily cleared. Still the Foresters pressed, and the ball was nearly through again as the result of a nice dropping centre by Pike, Hillman kicking the ball out of the goal mouth. Everton then forced their way into midfield again, but a couple of free kicks against them placed the Forest once more on the aggressive. Hillman ran out a long way to save from a dropping shot, and gave the ball finally to Latta, who crossed to the left wing. From whence Allsopp had a long shot to stop. A subsequent attack by the Forest forwards was spoiled by the referee wrongfully pulling Shaw up for off-side, but the free kick availed Everton nothing, and play was confined to midfield. The home forwards were soon in a line again, however, but once more Mr. Brodie, the referee, caused much dissatisfaction by penalising Shaw again, when the little forward was yards from being off-side. this second free kick enabled the visitors to get down the field again, but Bell spoiled what chance they had by sending very wide of the goal. A minute from time Everton scored their only goal, Chadwick putting in a snap-shot which Scott, in trying to get away, put through his own goal. Immediately after the game had been restarted the whistle went for time, the final score being;- Nottingham Forest 2, Everton 1.

HARTLEY
Nottingham Football News-Saturday 12 October 1895
The North End directors have been making a big effort to secure the services of a new centre forward, and endeavoured to induce the Everton directors to part with Hartley. Rumours of unpleasantness between this undoubtedly capable player and the officials of the club have been much discussed of late; but albeit there is undoubtedly more in the story than Mr. Molyneux was prepared to admit, that gentleman, when asked if the club would part with the player named, was as inexorable as the stoniest of stony sphinxes. Last Saturday it was decided to play Lonsdale, and for the future- well, that will depend upon circumstances.
HILLMAN
Hillman, who kept goal magnificent against Sheffield United last Saturday, and in whom Burnley are rather interested, does not seem to be the great and impregnable he was at Burnley. One of the Scottish papers relates an incident of him while in Scotland with his team. The goalkeeper appeared to have been charged, and spite of his great stature tumbled over. The paper adds that it was curious to see Hillman afterwards explaining this incident to a bot who stood about as high as his knees.

NOTTINGHAM FOREST 2 EVERTON 1
October 14 1895. The Liverpool Mercury
Holt carried off after McInnes challenge breaks his collar bone
The visit of the famous Everton club to the Town Ground Nottingham on Saturday last created interest and the weather keeping beautifully fine a great crowd assembled. In view of the wretched show the home team made the previous week with Derby County the forwards rank of their eleven was materially altered. Promptly to time the teams appeared as follows: - Everton: - Hillman, goal, Adams and Arridge backs, Boyle (captain), Holt, and Stewart halfbacks, Latta, Bell, Cameron Chadwick, and Milward forwards. Notts Forest: - Allsopp, goal, Ritchie and Scott (captain), backs, Stewart (a), Frank Forman, and McCracken, halfbacks, Pike, Shaw, Rose, Fred Forman and McInnes, forwards. Referee Mr. Brodie. The Forest win the toss, and had the advantage of the wind. Cameron kicked off, and receiving from Bell ran right up to the home backs, where Scott was lucky in getting in his kick. Milward was then penalised, but Everton had much the best of exchanges, a foul against the home team menacing Allsopp's charge severely. A sudden burst by Pike in which long kicking was promptly caused Hillman to handle, without being hampered, however, Upon Stewart screwing up the field, Chadwick and Cameron dashed ahead, and the latter just skimmed the post. An injury to Holt by Rose caused a delay, and then even play followed for a spell. Chadwick a little later on received from Holt, and sent to Cameron, but Scott again intervened with effect, and when Milward was trying to save the Ball from going out Ritchie charge him heavily. Frank Forman then obtained possession, and the Forest forwards caused a few anxious moments to the Evertonians as Pike put in a rasping shot which Hillman stopped, but did not at first clear but doing so fast in time to save, Rose converting the shot. Back play by Adams and Holt, let in McInnes and Fred Forman, but Adams restored himself by knocking the amateur off the ball when the Latter was in dangerous position for shooting. After Allsopp had handled from Chadwick the ball was rapidly transferred to the other end and Shaw sending out to McInnes, but the effort was neutralised by the latter sending wide. Again the Reds came down with a swoop and Holt in tackling McInnes, who was in falling sailing order, was so severely hurt that he was carried off the ground. Although weakened the Everton men played up in the gamiest fashion, and in the result of a combined run by Cameron and Bell Chadwick earned a corner, and this being well placed was almost turned to account by Stewart heading into the net, but Allsopp just nipped in time and partly saved. Milward being among the rush promptly returned into the net. The point was disallowed however, for offside, a most astonishing decision seeing that the ‘'Reds'' played the ball last. By great determination of the Everton players more then held their own. Just previous to Holt returning the ‘'Blues'' goal was again jeopardized but Bell came to their assistance and Boyle also matter relieved. The Forest again assured the upper hand for a little time and Arridge heading out a shot by Frank Forman, while Adams spoilt Rose when in the act of levelling aim in front of goal. A neat pass of work by Latta enabled Boyle and Bell to work the ball towards the other end, but Cameron was rather weak, in the final touch and consequently Chadwick could not reach the leather, and the opening was lost. by long swinging and sudden dashes the Reds made progess, and were dangerous on several occasions, but the better forwards play of Everton often brought work of an ominous character near Allsopp. Scott and Ritchie defended so well that nothing tangible accrued. At this stage Everton pull themselves together in the most splendid manner and the prettest and most effective passing so far shown was exhibition by Latta and Cameron, and a futile opening was missed. First Cameron shot, then Bell and Milward wound up with a daisy cutter, which brought Allsopp to his knee, the other forwards just failing to get up in time. The Teams change over without any score.
From reappearing Holt was not occupying his usual place. Latta taking up the centre half position, put in spite of this great calamity the Everton men were the first to assume the aggressive and Latta being beaten by Forman the latter sent in McInnes who with a furious curling shot landed the ball into the corner of the net, after five minutes of play. After this success the Reds unable improved, and on several occasions rushed the Everton men of their feet and twice in succession, Arridge was compelled to give a corner, while Hillman handled once. A long punt by Stewart at length opened the game, and Bell nicely away when tripped by Scott, but the resulting foul availed the visitors nothing. As other strange decision by the referee gave a free kick to the home team, and Mcinnes slipped in past Adams and drove home with terrific force. Hillman not appearing to take the slightest notice of the shot. The second reverse fairly disorganised the visitors and the Forest were now rather better team. Adams and Arridge were tested utterly, but the aid of Stewart, who never saved himself in the least, kept the Reds at bay, although a great shout went up, when McInnes appealed to put on another goal. Pulling themselves together, and well backed up by Latta Stewart, and Boyle, the Everton forwards again took up the running and bell, Milward and Chadwick each in turn dashed away, and with adividual efforts tried to reduce the lead. Their persistence was at length rewarded, when Cameron, just on time sent one past Allsopp and the final result read Notts Forest 2 goals Everton 1.

EVERTON RESERVES 9 OLDHAM COUNTY 2
October 14 1895. The Liverpool Mercury
These club met at Goodison Park, before a fair attention. The home lot got clean away from the start, but Williams shot over the bar, and immediateldly afterwards Meiklejohn put the ball past Cook. For some time play was confirmed to the visitors half of the field. Mainman putting in some capital shots at Read, which nowever were ably met. Later on Scholfield forced Oldham'a colours with a fine oblique shot, and following this pint, Williams with a single handed effort raced from Midfield and scored a fine goal. Oldham replied but McDonalf repelled every attempt, when dangerous. At the other end Flewitt missed an easy chance, but Williams who again defeated Read made amends. Following which Flewitt placed the fourth. Everton leading at the interval by 4 goals to 1. The charges of ends brought no relief to Oldham, whose goal was lowered twice. By Williams and Flewitt. Catville the inside left put in some capital display, and all but scored, and keeping up the pressure Meiklejohn record the County second goal. More pressure for the home forwards, and Everton winning an easy game by 9 goals to 2. Flewitt scored five in all and Williams 3Everton Team was: - Cook goal McDonald, and Storrier backs, Kelso Meiklejohn, and Elliott halfbacks, Williams, Chadwick (j), Mainman, Flewitt, and Scholfield

EVERTON REVIEW
October 14 1895. The Liverpool Mercury
The game at Nottingham was in every way a disappointment. The play was poor, the referee faulty, and Everton were dreadfully unfortunate in having to play through three-quarters of the game, with but ten men. It was just the element of luck being dead against the Blues that placed them in the position of defeated combatants. It was evident to all present that the local champions are under the bane of the veiling goddess, and if there is any good fortune knocking about it is certain that our club do not get their share of it. Reviewing the game as a whole it cannot be recored as an exhibition of ‘'class'' football, but approached something nearer the kick and rush style of the usual second division clubs. From the outset it was apparent that the first meant losing nothing by any went of vigour, and in the first few minutes Holt, came in unnecessary attentions from the backs, while Milward and Cameron also felt to some tune the gentle (?) attentions of messrs, Scott, Richards, and co. the winning of the toss also proved a distinct advantage to the home team, as they had both wind and hill in their favour, and in these days of high pressure football such advantage as those mentioned, have a material bearing on the ultimate result. Primarily however, the cause of the Everton disaster was the injury to Holt. To have any injured to such as extent that he is compelled to leave ground is at any time a serious affair, but to have the lose the services of such a champion means more to the eleven than most people are aware of. He came back for about a quarter of an hour previous to the interval, but it would undoubtedly and absolutely have been better for his confreres had to remained off. Finding that they had to face the game with reduced forces, the ten smattered up splendidly. Latta going in Holt's place, and with this order of things Everton got into an effective style, Bell being quite able, having greater scope to transact the affairs of his wing and it was when this combination were beginning to put in some telling work that Holt returned and improved the unity, with the result that the finest passing of the day was shown and a legitimate goal scored. Chadwick secured a corner, which he as cleverly placed, and Milward, being close in, headed into the goal space. Allsopp handing out when palpably behind the line. However, Cameron met the ball, and this time popped in, but to the chargin, and consternation of the Evertonians the referee, for a reason he would not divulge, disallowed the point a decision which not only surprised the visitors, but even the home supporters. It was in the second half that the third rearrangement of the team told its tale, for then the harmony of play was only noticeable by its ascend and slackness on the part of the backs allowed McInnes to nip in with a swift rush and drive home with terrific force. Certainly the executant was not so far from the goal as Hillman would have liked him to be, and the backs with poor judgement, allowed him a free course, but it appeared as though the custodian never made the slightest effort to save either of the shots that took effect. Had Holt been able to take his usual part in the game there is no saying what would have happened, but it was apparent to the most ordinary observer that his absent had a most demoralizing effect. Hillman apart from the defence, mentioned was thoroughly sound, but to such a resourceful man it appeared most unaccountable to see much indifference. Adams and Arridge opened well and finished fairly well, but were very rocky between times. Adams was the weaker of the two, and it appeared that he did not pay sufficient attention to the speedy McInnes. Both lay too far up the field, and the long swinging passes of the Reds over their heads often put them in trouble. The half way line was of such a diversified character that it cannot be blamed for the defeat. Boyle when assisting his wing, was unique, but his defence was not as sound as usual. Latta also worked hard when figuring in the most important position of the field, and his ebullition of vigour while there seemed to emulate the others to greater effort, but the palm must be awarded to Stewart who was the most efficient of the 21 exponents. The forwards were good, and had in turn, but the latter quality predominated Cameron has early found out that first League football is anything but a sinecure, and he was given scant quarter. The exercise of a little more judgment will soon teach him to alter his tactics to spit the occasion, and certainly by his play on Saturday he offered himself as a fair target to his slashing opponents. Bell and Latta, justed before halftime put in some pretty telling passes which fairly roused the spectators, but Bell did much better as a general thing when by himself. Upon Chadwick and Milward as usual felt the burnt of the work but the latter did not appear to the best advantage, and probably the rough charging he received from Ritchie in the first few minutes had a great deal to do with this, while Chadwick, as he has ever been was the shinning light, and invariably made progress when he settled on the ball. The leading idea of the Forest team seemed to be to endeavour to break up the famous combination of Everton by sheer vigour; and they carried out their plan of campaign to a nicety. So strong a game did Scott and Ritchie play that Allsopp was not put in mant difficulties, but taken altogether the custodian did exceedingly clever work with several stinging shots, propelled at him. The backs contrary to expectation and in opposition to their late exhibition were the hardy pair of yore, and stopped at nothing in order to clear. Right well did the middle line support the defence, and Frank Forman worked untiringly, though unscientifically, to bring about the victory. Stewart was the best man on the winning side, and his neat and sound work led up to many an incisive attack.

JOHNNY HOLT
The Liverpool Mercury, Monday October 14, 1895
The name of Holt, the famous football player of the Everton team, was in the mouth of almost everybody on Saturday and yesterday, sympathy being warmly expressed with him in the accident which befell him at Nottingham, and which will prevent his appearing in the field for some time. An interesting recentre lay in this, that the surgeon at the hospital whither Holt was taken- Dr. Hogarth-is an old Corinthian, who in his time played against the redoubtable Evertonians.

NOTTS FOREST v.  EVERTON
The Liverpool Daily Post- Monday, October 14, 1895
The return fixture between these teams was decided at Nottingham on Saturday. Although Everton won the first encounter very decisively at Goodison Park, they were determined to leave nothing to chance, and as a precautionary measure the Evertonians journeyed into the midlands on Friday afternoon. The evening was passed quietly at Bingham, a little village some nine miles out of the lace capital, and the thence the team proceeded on Saturday direct to the Forest ground. The fixture attracted the liveliest interest in Nottingham, and the ground was densely crowded some time prior to the start. The weather was fine though dull, when operations were commenced in the presence of some 6,000 spectators. Cameron started prompt to time, and Bell at once got through, but Scott repulsed him, and then a free kick to the Forest sent the visitors to the right about. For the Forest Stewart made a pretty clearance after Chadwick had gone to the front, and this was followed by some equally brilliant checking on the part of Holt. Notwithstanding the Foresters put in a great amount of pressure, and loud shouts went up as Pike and Rose gradually wended their way to the Everton goal. Just as Pike was making ready to centre the ball he was pulled up by the referee’s whistle, and then the Evertonians set seriously to work. They dashed through all the opposing force, and Cameron took the first shot at goal, the aim being slightly erratic. Arridge and Holt each had a great share in turning the Foresters’ advance into a retreat, and after the visitors had a further turn of pressure, Stewart served up prettily to his right wing. Shaw getting in a weak shot. Holt then seat over to Chadwick, who failed to get beyond Ritchie and then the game was for some little while confined to the centre, neither side gaining any advantage. The first noticeable move which followed came from the Everton right. Latta and Bell making a strong advance, and after a temporary check. Holt served up to Cameron, but he likewise was checkmated. The Forest retaliated, and Pike sent in a shot, which tested Hillman, but although Fred Forman rushed up to put on the finishing touch, the Everton goalkeeper, by a supreme effort, got the ball away. At the other end Bell shot wildly, and the Foresters dashed away from the goal kick, but Adams repulsed Fred Forman splendidly. Another run came from the Notts left wing. McInnes finishing up with a sharp shot, which was perilously near the mark. A short cessation of hostilities was hereabouts occasioned by an injury to Holt, who was carried off the field. It was understood that he had collided with McInnes and received injuries to his shoulder. This occurred after the game had been in progress twenty minutes. Amid cries of “Play up, Everton,” the visitors right wing and centre made headway, and then Chadwick forced a corner. From this the leather was scrimmaged in front of the goal, and then Cameron placed it into the net, but although the general opinion was in favour of a goal, the referee refused to allow the point. Frank Forman gave his brother a splendid opening, which he failed to take advantage of Arridge repulsed the homesters but Frank Forman chipped in again and sent the leather flying over the cross-bar. At this point Holt reappeared, and was heartily cheered. Pike came in evidence once more, and sent in a rasping centre, Fred Forman had a clear course, but instead of shooting straight he passed over to McInnes who was easily beaten by Adams, and, although the ball was afterwards kept in the vicinity of the visitors’ goal, the Foresters failed to grasp the idea of shooting for the mark. After some fierce struggling in midfield, a foul against Everton gave the homesters an opportunity of again visiting Hillman, but Latta took the ball away, and then a free kick to the visitors enabled them to make further inroads into their opponents territory. Frank Forman checked, and immediately afterwards he shot high over the bar. Brother Fred did likewise, and then the Everton goal was endangered owing to a free kick which was granted to the Foresters at close quarters, Rose then sent in a splendid shot, and another from Fred Forman, when close to the touch line, tested Hillman to the utmost. Fouls were now of frequent occurrence, and in this particular the visits were the greatest sufferers. A long throw by Stewart (North) was met by Frank Forman, who passed on to the left very smartly. The running was taken up by Fred Forman, who sent in a lovely fast shot which just shaved the Everton goal. At the other end, Cameron made a praiseworthy attempts, but failed to give proper direction to the ball. Cameron again had hard lines, after which the ball was returned by Boyle to Chadwick, who missed the goal by inches. An ugly rush on the part of the homesters was well attended to by Arridge who supported Adams beautifully. The Evertonians then went to work in earnest and a great onslaught was made on the Notts goal, but, although Cameron shot strongly and an exciting struggle ensued in front of Allsopp, half time arrived without a goal being scored.
In the second half Allsopp was the first to feel the weight of play, but the home left immediately retaliated and forced what proved to be a fruitless corner. Arridge stopped a raid on the opposite wing, and just as the Everton players had pulled themselves together and were making headway they were cleared out on account of the informality. Fred Forman received the ball and had an opportunity of shooting, but he preferred passing to his partner. McInnes, who shot at random, the ball curling round and passing into the net to the evident amazement of Hillman, who scarcely anticipated so much side on the ball. The Everton men were mourning the loss of Holt, the tip of whose collar bone was found to be broken and the Foresters kept up a continual pressure. McInnes forced a corner on the left, but this was not turned to good account, but the next moment Rose shot in with tremendous force and just missed the mark. Another shot from McInnes was attended to by Hillman and then by way of a change the scene of play was charged to Notts territory. Boyle took a free kick, and dropped the ball nicely into the goalmouth, but eventually it was sent by the side of the post. Another free kick taken close in met with no better result, and then Cameron rushed in at midfield and passed over to Bell, who put in a lovely dropping centre, but this was cleared after a sharp struggle. Another rush was made by the Foresters, and when at a fair distance McInnes sent in a moderate paced shot, which Hillman allowed to go into the net, the Everton goalkeeper not making the slightest effort to save his charge. In the last twenty minutes Stewart played a magnificent game for Everton, and sent in some very fine long shot. Just before the finish Cameron scored for Everton, the visitors being defeated by 2 goals to 1. Teams;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Boyle, Holt and Stewart, half-backs; Latta, Bell, Cameron, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Notts Forest.- Allsopp, goal; Ritchie and Scott, backs; Stewart, Frank Forman, and McCracken, half backs; Pike, Shaw, Rose, Fred Forman, and McInnes, forwards.

THE COMBINATION
The Liverpool Daily Post- Monday, October 14, 1895
EVERTON COMBIANTION v. OLDHAM COUNTY
The return game between the above was played at Goodison Park on Saturday before a fair gathering of spectators. The previous match at Oldham resulted in the victory of Everton by 3 goals to 2. The home team included Kelso and Flewitt. Everton started against the wind, and were quickly attacking, Flewitt shooting over the bar. Then Oldham came away in combined movement, and before the Everton defence realised the fact Micklethwait had popped one past Cook. The game was evenly contested after this, though the home team made one or two gallant attempts to drew level. Schofield drew level with a splendid shot. The game after this was for a prolonged period entirely in Everton’s favour, two corners falling to them, but in each case nothing tangible accrued, but Williams scored a second goal with a magnificent shot. Oldham tried to break away, but a ponderous kick by Storrier drove them back, and a lot of pressure on the County goal was brought to a close by Kelso kicking over the line. Another determined raid was made by the home men, in which Flewitt and Williams rendered a good account of themselves, whilst Schofield on several occasions sent in some good shots. A third goal soon afterwards fell to Everton, Williams giving Read no possibly chance to clear, and after further pressure Flewitt put on a fourth point. The game was even to the interval. Half-time score;- Everton Combination 4 goals, Oldham County 1. Immediately the game resumed it was apparent that Everton meant to improve their goal average. They started off with great dash and the restart had hardly taken place are Williams was seen careering down the field, and taking accurate aim, he registered the fifth goal, Flewitt following with a sixth shortly afterwards. This pilling on of the score did not seem to be appreciated by the county men, and they were determined at any rate to reduce the margin. The left wing went away in a concerted movement, Colville finishing up with a beautiful shot which however, just missed. They, however, were not to be denied and again raiding the home citadel Micklethwait was rewarded by scoring Oldham’s second goal. Williams made a grand run after this, but his final attempt was abortive, the ball going wide of the desired mark. A terrific fusillade was then made on read’s charge, and how it escaped capture is a mystery, though it must be admitted that the defence of Muir, Burns and Read was of the finest possible description. So persistent, however, were Everton that a score was bound to come, and at last read was again beaten, Flewitt putting on goal No.7 from a corner. Flewitt and Mainman each added goals, the Everton men winning by 9 goals to 2.

AT THE TOWN GROUND
The Nottingham Daily Express- Monday, October 14, 1895
Saturday’s match on the Town ground was certainly one of the most attractive on the Forest fixture card. We have not forgotten yet how the Goodison Park players lowered the red flag right at the beginning of the season, and lowered it, too, in no indecisive manner. Revenge of a friendly character is a pretty thing to contemplate, and Forest players and Forest spectators longed for it this afternoon. The weather was not bad for football. Above dull, leaden-coloured clouds were predominant but it was not particularly cold, and there seemed no immediate prospect of rain when play commenced. It was some disappointment to the six thousands or so who lined the rails and stands to find that Carnelley was not playing, being in fact, on the injured list, but it’s an ill wind that blows nobody any good and this ill wind gave Shaw a chance of showing what he could when manipulating the key of the attack. The winning of the toss did not benefit Adam Scott’s merry men to a very great extent, Cameron only having the gentlest of breezes to face when he set the ball on its journey. At the very outset it seemed highly probable that we should see good football. The Everton players, who cost their masters more money perhaps than any others, bent themselves to their work as soon as it had been begun, and stern determination was noticeable on every face. It was impossible not to admire the game they played. Light and tricky on their feet, fast on the ball, and working together with machine like accuracy, Everton seemed still to be able to play the game they played in the days when they were almost invincible. Neither were the Forest much lacking in any of these respects, and the “reds” indeed, were the first to become really dangerous. The inception of the attack on this occasion was due to Shaw, and, with Stewart’s assistance, away the ball went up the right, and eventually Pike, from a not very easy situation, tried Hillman with a very creditable shot. The ex-Burnley custodian had not much to spare when dealing with it, but, after a sharp struggle in the very mouth of the goal, the ball came back to midfield. Then Everton were conspicuous, and two or three times the home goal was threatened. Adam Scott and Ritchie were, however, in good form, and, ably supported by the half-back line, held the visitors’ van at bay. Queer little Johnny Holt, one of the most interesting and amusing of half-backs, came in for a warm time. Early on the game was stopped on account of his having been slightly injured, and he had not been going long again before he was unfortunately bowled over by McInnes. This was evidently a more serious affair than the other, for blood streamed from the victim’s forehead, and there was nothing for it but to carry him from the field. Sometimes before the conclusion of the first half he was, however, back again as active and adroit as ever, but with his white knickers be-spattered with blood. From a corner it looked very much once as if the blue-shirts had scored, but spectators heaved a sigh of relief when it was perceived that an objection on the part of Forest was allowed by Mr. Brodie. When play had been going on for about half an hour Forest gradually began to assume the upper hand. One grand long shot was sent in by Frank Forman, and in due course pretty nearly all the forwards followed suit. Not all the shots, however, found the mark, and a little more accuracy in this respect would have done the side no harm. With Arridge and Adams defending sturdily, and Hillman apparently as safe as a rock, it was no easy matter to pierce the visitors’ citadel. Once Stewart (Forest), who was playing a very hard, useful game, placed a free-kick nicely in front of goal, but nothing came of it, and it seemed as if there never would be any score. Four or five minutes before the interval came Everton pulled themselves together, and the forwards tackled their work with rare dash and spirit. The “reds” rear-guard was at one assailed, and at least on two occasions there seemed no hope for Forest left. Before Mr. Brodie blew his whistle Chadwick, who apparently had the goal at his mercy, put the ball to Allsopp low down. Breath was held all round the ring for five seconds, for the goalkeeper was in difficulties, but there was a wild shout of joy when, sprawling full length on the ground, he just tipped the leather away, trusty Adam completing the clearance by a huge kick to midfield. Again the “blues” swooped down, and Allsopp looked anxiously at high dropping shot which seemed going for goal but which just landed on the top of the net. That was the last rally before the temporary stop, and when the players took their half-way rest there was still no score. The band helped to while away the next few minutes as pleasantly as possible. When the twenty-two were busy again Forest at once showed up, and three minutes or so from the recommencement their efforts were rewarded by a splendid goal. Good work on the left resulted in McInnes rattling in a hard driving shot, which, however, seemed as if just going to miss the goal by a foot, when Arthur Shaw sprang to the front and guided it through. There was wild enthusiasm at this success, and Forest Stewart- it was somewhat curious that there was a Stewart on both sides, and both were half-backs-came across to give McInnes a good hearty shake of the fist. Then the game became faster and faster, and both goals had the nearest of squeaks. Both Hillman and Allsopp were lucky in not being beaten. It was not very long after the first goal had been scored before the old Turf Moor keeper was beaten again. Forest came down in fine style, and Arthur Shaw put the finishing touch to the attack with a shot which Hillman would have nothing to do with. Only half an hour or so was left for play, and with Forest two goals to the good things were looking up. But the men from the Mersey banks were a long way from being done with, time and again sprinting up to the home stronghold and reminding the backs and custodian that they were very much alive. They were at a disadvantage, too, inasmuch as Holt had not made a reappearance after the interval, having being found to be unfit for play. As the game neared its conclusion it slackened in pace. The “reds” front line, who, with Shaw a great success at centre position had been playing a great game, began to tire, and the effects of the Evertonians were hardly as full of life as at the start. Nevertheless, there was good play to the end, and just before the whistle went the visitors gained a goal. It was a shot of Chadwick’s that was responsible for the success, though it was Adam Scott who played it through. The cheering that followed showed that Everton supporters were not lacking among the crowd. That was the state of the game when the referee gave the signal to stop- two to one for Forest-and the victory is certainly one which they may be proud of. The forwards did well, Shaw giving complete satisfaction at centre. The halves were safe, and the backs defended well, Ritchie being observed to be limping badly towards the close. Allsopp in goal several times cleared in splendid style. There is no telling what the result might have been if Everton had eleven men right through, for the loss of one of their best certainly handicapped them. Undoubtedly our visitors to-day are a very smart lot, and the passing of the forwards when seen is wondered at, its accuracy at times being marvellous. Bell played a very fine game. Their defence is all right, Adams being a very fast back, and in goal Hillman, as he usually does, acquitted himself creditably. He has, however, developed a great fondness for running out of his goal when he ought not to do so, and sooner or later this will get him into trouble. The injury to poor Johnny Holt was the one melancholy incident of the match. It was plain at the interval that all was not well with him, and Dr. Hogarth (senior resident medical officer at the General Hospital), who was present, and knows all about footballers’ injuries if anybody does, examined him. Then it was discovered that he had the tip of his collar bone knocked off, in addition to severe injuries to his face, and very wisely he was sent up to the General Hospital.

EVERTON AT A DISADVANTAGE
The Athletic News- October 14, 1895
By Trentsider
Large gates have generally been associated with the visits of Everton to Nottingham but on Saturday there was a comparatively poor muster to see them play on the ground of the Forest Club, the total number present falling short of 5,000. The reverse the “reds” sustained the previous week from Derby County had doubtless something to do with this state of things, and there is evidently a very great feeling of dissatisfaction in the town with the manner in which both the Nottingham clubs are performing this season. This is being recognised by those who have the management in their hands, and they are taking all the steps they possibly can to induce or compel the men engaged by them to play better. The Forest had again to place a rather mixed eleven in the field, owing to McPherson being away injured. Fortunately, the half back line was not weakened, for there was Frank Forman to fall back upon, whilst Shaw was tried in the centre. Everton were thoroughly represented, so that at the start the combination opposing each other were;- Notts Forest.- D. Allsopp, goal; A. Ritchie and A. Scott, backs; A. Stewart, Frank Forman, and P. McCranken, half-backs; H. Pike, T. Rose, A. Shaw, E. Forman, and T. McInnes, forwards. Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Boyle, Holt, and Stewart, half-backs; Latta, Bell, Cameron, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Referee; Mr. Brodie, of Stafford. At the start the game was characterised by considerable tameness. Both goals were threatened, but there was really no good attempt to score, Cameron making one very bad shot. Quite a series of accidents in which Holt was always the victim, then commenced, and they terminated very disastrously for the little player. At the outset he was severely bobbed in the face by the elbow of Rose and his nose was broken, so I am given to understand. His left shoulder was also evidently severely damaged, but game as a bantam he was quickly on his feet. Twenty minutes from the start however, he collided heavily with McInnes and on this occasion he was so badly injured that he had to be carried off the field. He returned before the interval and played out the first half, but a careful medical examination then revealed the fact that the tip of his collar-bone had been knocked off, and he was promptly conveyed to the hospital. Left with ten men, Everton were, of course, at a tremendous disadvantage. Yet they played a very fine game. After Hillman had saved one splendid shot from Pike, Bell had a grand opening, but he utilised it very badly, sending over the bar. Stewart had to kick behind his own goal to keep Milward out, and from the corner kick which followed Chadwick sent into the net after a short scrummage. Much to the disgust of the visitors and the delight of the spectators, the referee declared that he was off-side, and the point was disallowed. The “reds” again attacked for some time, but their display in front was weak in the extreme. That of Everton for five minutes before the interval, when Holt was back, was quite different, and gave the home supporters the greatest cause for anxiety. Cameron made a capital shot, which Allsopp was smart to stop, whilst Adam Scott headed near to his own goal. Relief came with the sound of the whistle, the scoring sheet being clean. It only remained so three or four minutes after resuming, McInnes putting on the first point with a fast shot away from Hillman. This practically decided the game, and when McInnes scored a second goal from the centre in fifteen minutes the result did not need much prophesying. Still, Everton did not relax their efforts, and more than once they went very close. Chadwick troubled Allsopp, and another exhibition of bad shooting was given by the Foresters. At the close the visitors made a run, and Chadwick sent in at long range. Scott tried to stop the ball, but it glanced off his leg and rolled between the posts. Allsopp being at the other side of the goal space. Time arrived, and so the “reds” won by two goals to one. They played in far better from than against Derby County. There was more life and go among the forwards, and they made some pretty passing runs. McInnes was exceptionally smart and clever, and whenever he is so the Forest are never far behind. Indeed, he has seldom played better. Shaw, too, did well in the centre, and he may be the means of solving the problem which has been troubling the “reds” so long. He was fast and tricky, and he passed out accurately. The Forman brothers played in sterling fashion. Frank filled McPherson’s place admirably, and with Stewart and McCracken working with tact, the half-back line proved a very strong one. Scott made one or two mistakes, one costing his side a goal, but for all that he and Ritchie defended in a style which left little to be desired, whilst Allsopp, in goal, was very safe. The result would probably have been no-different even had Holt played through-out, for, of course, the value of his services to Everton is almost inestimable, but the Forest went with such a rare swing that they would have required a great deal of stopping. I was not struck by Cameron’s play in the centre, and Bell was not seen much of. Milward, Chadwick, and Latta, however, display all the cleverness for which they are noted. Stewart was as quick and sound as ever, and Boyle, with the strongest wing against him, came out of the conflict with credit. The Everton backs did not appear to me as being out of the common, but Hillman distinguished himself in goal, although he made no attempt to stop the shots which scored.

WOOLWICH ARSENAL V EVERTON
October 15, 1895. Birmingham Daily Post
Played at Plumstead in fine weather, before about four thousand spectators. Everton played several reserve men, and the game was exceedingly fast and exciting , but the visitors were always slightly the clever. Chadwick scored the only point for them in the first portion, while in the second Goldie obtained another, and won for Everton by 2 goals to 0.

WOOLWICH ARSENAL 0 EVERTON 2
October 15 1895. The Liverpool Mercury
This friendly match was played at Plumstead yesterday. The weather was of the mildest description and consequently a large gate assembled. The appearance of the northern team roused a lot of excitement, and they were awarded a very cordial reception. Owing to the injury to Holt and the absence of Boyle, who returned home after the Notts Forest match, Goldie and Storrier were introduced into the team while Hartley resumed his position in the centre. Teams Everton: - Hillman, goal, Adams, and Arridge backs, Goldie, Storrier, and Stewart halfbacks, Reay Bell, Hartley, Chadwick (captain), and Milward forwards. Woolwich Arsenal: - Sorer, goal, Powell, and Caldwell, backs, Crawford, Jenkns, and Ward, halfbacks, Mills, Mortimer, Gordon, O;Brien, and McAvoy, forwards . Chadwick, who acted as captain, won the choice of ends, and of course elected to play with the sun and wind behind his team. Gordon started and Stewart intercepting his pass out to Mills, play at the outset was located in the home quarters, a beautiful pass by Chadwick almost being converted. Stewart put an end to the pressure by sending over the line. After a corner had fallen to Everton, Jenkyns put his men in possession but Mills let the ball run out. Directly afterwards Gordon ran in and sent across the goalmouth. Keepering the game well in hand, the Reds had the best of matters for a spell, and Gordon propelled a terrific shot at Hillman who brought off one of his characteristic saves in magnificent fashion with one hand, and immediately Reay slipped along the right and carried the play into the neighborhood of Storer, who did some clever work. A good return by Arridge again caused the exchange to take place right in the home goalmouth, but in spite of the Everton halfbacks giving every assistance to their forwards the ball could not be landed safely into the net. A free kick to the Arsenal was well taken by Powell, which enabled Mortimer and Gordon to break away past Arridge, and Mortimer final effort was so good that it took Hillman All his time to clear. Some neat and taking passes between Bell, Hartley, and Chadwick evoked applause and upon Adams and Arridge repelling an attack by the home forwards the Everton men broke away, and Reay centring accurate fashion Chadwick settled on the ball, and scored a fine goal with a light shot under the bar. Following the kick off Mills and Mortimer dashed up the field, and Hillman running out to rectify a bad kick by Arridge was penalised near the goal, but disaster was averted by further good goalkeeping by the Everton custodian. Stewart led up another attack upon Store's charge, but although Reay lifted across the goal brilliant fashion Milward justed failed to reach the leather in time. A lengthy return by Powell put Gordon in possession, who in turn lifted over the to O'Brien, but Mortimer failed to ultilise the opening created by the left winger. Directly afterwards the same player dribbled past both Stewart and Arridge, but Storrier pulled him up before he got dangerous. After both sides had experienced an even share of the game Adams made a bad mess of an any looking kick but Mortimer, although getting a clear field again, was at fault in his shooting. Just as halftime arrived Bell slipped away on his own account, but upon being pulled up Goldie interposed, and caused Storer to grant a corner. This Milward tried hard to convert, but Crawford proved a stumbling block, and McAvoy. O'Brien, and Gordon raised the seige upon their own goal, and levelled a severe assault upon Hillman, whose clever antics in defending his charge provoked roars of laughter. On the teams restarting the Everton forwards came away with a rare dash and storer handled twice in the first moment, while just afterwards Reay running by kicking a nice place of work of Bell's and Hartley's but made amends later on by putting in a grand dropping shot, which took Powell's best effort to get away. Hartley next nipped in with great smartness, and upon Storer fisting out Goldie met the return and scored a really fine goal with a low fast shot. In a trice Mills Mortimer, and Gordon changed the scene of operations, and Hillman pleased the crowd again by his unique cleverness in defending his citadel. After Reay had been prominent by dashing effort, Arridge was placed in difficulties and the whole of the Reds forwards slipped towards the Everton goal in ominous fashion, till Goldie interveted in brilliant style and saved just in the nick of time. By the exhibition of some splendid combined touches the visitors fairly brought down the house, if they did not reduce the home fortress, but when again in full sailing order Caldwell interposed with a hugh kick. Easy work marked the effort of the Evertonians for a spell and then Chadwick raised a round of applause for a high shot which, struck the crossbar, and almost went into the net. Succeeding this point the Everton forwards out maneuvered their opponents entirely, and Milward, Chadwick and Bell-the latter especially shinning- were responsible for many meritorious attempts to increase their score. The old Small Heath player at length eased the pressure, and gave to his right wing, but Arridge charged down Mills's winding up shot, whilse Hillman subsequently attended successfully to the resulting corner. A free kick to the Arsenal was nicely worked out of danger by Storrier and Bell obtaining possession ran half the length of the field, but Hartley was a second too late to make use of the former's final pass. Some little feeling was shown against the referee towards the finish of the game in regard to his decision, but when the home eleven had headed the ball twice in succession on to the net the rancor died away. Right up to the finish the play was interesting, each side obtaining their fair share of it, and no further scoring taking place the game resulted in favour of Everton by 2 goals to nil.

EVERTON v WOOLWICH ARSENAL
The Liverpool Daily Post- Tuesday, October 15, 1895
Glorious weather is favouring the Everton tour in London. The party arrived in the metropolis from Nottingham early on Saturday evening, and put up at Covent Garden Hotel, and on Sunday paid a visit to Hampton Court Gardens and other river places. Yesterday a move was made from London to Woolwich by an early train, in order to inspect the wonders of the Arsenal, which occupied the whole of the morning. Storrier had been telegraphed for on Saturday night, to take the place of Holt, for whom much sympathy was expressed by his comrades. Cameron did not play yesterday, Hartley occupying the centre position. Goldie took the place of Boyle; the latter having gone to Scotland in order to enter the holy bonds of matrimony. Reay played outside right in place of Latta, who returned straight home from Nottingham. When play started there were about 5,000 people present. Chadwick won the toss for Everton, and elected to play with the sun at their backs. At the commencement Powell twice checked the Everton left, but made a miskick and passed the ball to Milward. Directly after the home right back gave the visitors a change, which, however, came to naught. Everton pressed, and kept the ball well in front of the home goal for some time, but the pressure was eased without any catastrophe happening, and then the defence of Everton was tested, Gordon sending in a spanking shot to Hillman, which the latter cleared amid the plaudits of the crowd. From this the Everton forwards came away with a swing, passing the ball in fine style. Reay centred to Hartley, who shot from the side of his foot, the leather just slighting on the top of the crossbar. The Reds swooped down on Hillman who brought off another capital save; Jenkins having sent in a warm shot. Everton were showing the best play, but it did not enrich them much in the way of goals. After a while Mortimer had a very easy chance given him but his shot went yards wide. This was followed by another attack by the Everton forwards but the movement was spoiled by Powell sweeping the ball out with his hand. The ensuing free kick was rushed away, and play continued for some time in midfield. Play was maintained at a good pace, end to end visits being paid, and each side taking fruitless corners. Reay made a grand effort to obtain a goal by screwing in from the touch line to the home custodian, Mortimer at the other end brought out the excellent qualities of Hillman, who flung himself headlong at the ball, and clearing a dangerous attack on the off corner of his charge. The play was of a very even character, till at last Everton bore down, a stiff struggle ensuing round the home posts, which culminated in Reay centring neatly, when Chadwick scored. For several minutes just prior to the interval the Arsenal strongly, but the Everton defence was equal to the emergency, Hillman, Arridge, Adams, and Storrier behaving splendidly. A free kick for hands looked dangerous for the Liverpool club, but the attack was starved off, and at half-time the score was 1 goal to nil in favour of Everton. On resuming Everton went straight for the home goal, Bell putting in a grand shot for Storer to clear, the Woolwich custodian having to take two bites at the cheery before his charge was safe. Some good swinging passes by the whole of the Everton front line put them to the front again, but Reay only poorly utilised his passing shot, the ball going outside. The pressure was kept up, the visitors crowding round the Arsenal goal with the result that Goldie, a few minutes from the restart, put on a second point for the visitors. Give and take play ensued for some time after, followed by McAvoy having a clear course for Hillman’s charge, but the ball was badly skied. The Arsenal forwards swooped down on Hillman, but by a bit of very pretty and clever work on the part of Goldie the danger to the Everton goal was averted. The Arsenal defence soon after was put to a rather severe test, but the home backs and Ward behaved splendidly and time after time cleared off the attackers. A free kick for tipping against Caldwell enabled Adams to send the ball bang into the mouth of the Arsenal goal, the ball rolling into the net unimpeded by any of the other players. For some time the fortunes of the game changed round in favour of the home side, but left wing making a big effort to score. Everton fell back upon their defence and Hillman, Arridge, Adams, and Storrier became very much in evidence. The tension was at length cleared by Bells making a fine sprint for the home goal, and if anyone had been up to take his centre, the Arsenal goal would have succumbed. Again the homesters had another look, but their work was spoiled by offside play. A rare good chance was given them to score from a free kick close to the fact of Hillman but without success, the ball within the space of a few seconds topping the crossbar. Another signal failure to notch a point was characteristic of the ill-luck the Arsenal men had to endure, the ball from the front of the Everton goal being kicked practically round the corner. The closing some veered round in favour of Everton and when the final whistle sounded the result was a victory for Everton by 2 goals to nil. Teams;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Storrier, and Stewart, half-backs; Reay, Bell, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Woolwich Arsenal- Storer, goal; Powell and Caldwell, backs; Crawford, Jenkins, and Ward, half-backs; Mills, Mortimer, Gordon, O’Brien, and McAvoy, forwards.

DEATH OF A NOTED FOOTBALL PLAYER
The Liverpool Daily Post- Tuesday, October 15, 1895
The well-known football player, Mr. David Wykes, died at his residence at Walsall yesterday afternoon from pneumonia following upon typhoid fever. He joined the Wolverhampton Wanderers in 1887, and was one of the team which won the English Cup at Fallowfield, Manchester, 1893, against Everton. He was only twenty-five years of age, and leaves a widow and one child.

LONDON CASUALS 1 EVERTON 2
October 16 1895. The Liverpool Mercury
The famous Everton team continued their London tour by visiting Leyton yesterday. The home club had whipped up an amost international team against our locals, no fewer than six or seven Corinthians appearing for the Londoners, the full names being: - Everton: - Hillman, goal, Adams and Arridges backs, Goldie, Storrier, and Stewart, halfbacks, Reay, Bell, Cameron, Chadwick (captain), and Milward, forwards. London Casuals: - Harrison (eh), goal, Barker (rr), and Bray (fh), backs, Wrefordbrown (c), Higson (t) and Buzzard (ff), halfbacks, Rhodas (ma), Taylor (ss), Fernie (jf) Compton (ed), and Stanborough (mh), forwards. Having lost the toss, the home side commenced hostilities and with a characteristic dash of the famous amateurs, the visitor's charge was at once subjected to a sharp attack. Fernie, Crompton, and Taylor being most assiduous in their attempts to lower the Fortress. Within five minutes of the start a nice opening was created for Fernie, who promptly accepted the chance, and with flying a shot defeated Hillman. This event rather roused the visitors and being backed up by Stewart and Storrier, and Everton vanguard were ever on the go, Chadwick Cameron and Bell doing most of the work. After the ‘'Whites'' by means of a fast run by Stanborough, had visited Hillman, and brought out the best defensive qualities of Adams and Arridge, Chadwick and Milward worked down in very promising style, and as the result of their efforts, Nell was put in command, and he again added lustre to his name by equalising with a magnificent high shot. Even play was the pronounced feature of the succeeding work, the halves on both sides showing up well, but Stewart initiated another assault upon Harrison, and that artist showed himself to be a master of his profession, bell and Cameron both suffered hard lines with two splendid attempts while Reay also sent in a couple of capital centre. Gamely both sides fought till half time, which arrival with the score reading one goal each. On resuming the light became very bad, but the teams renewed the contest with great vigour. The Casuals were the first to shown up, Hillman having a nasty low shot from Compton to deal with in the first five minutes. Keepering together in united style the northern were strongly aggressive for a long period, Stewart especially shinning both in defensive and attacking work. While Bell was responsible for a couple of excellent shots, which however, proved unproductive. Smart play by the Casuals halfbacks checked their opponents for a while, and the nimble Southerns by a few rushes often jeopardised the Everton goal. At length Adams led up to a capital chance for Reay, who, however, with a clear field sent wildly ever to the opposite corner flag. The pace had told in tale upon the amateurs, and they failed to hold their own as well as they had tutherto done. Hands to Everton close in, looked very ominous for the home team, the ball bobbing along for some time in the vicinity of Harrison, but ultinuatel Buzzard repulsed the attack. Rhodes and Taylor in continuation carrying the warfare to the other end, but running their opportunity by bad shooting. Howle of derisive laughter than followed for some terribly loose shooting on the part of one or two of the professional team. Following a period of slack play by both sides, Ferny and Compton broke away but Goldie interposed neatly, and returned to Reay who with Cameron looked like bringing about the downfall of the home citadel, when Barker pulled him up rather unceremoniously. Towards the finish of the contest the play slowed down very much, and this added to the wretched shooting of the blues; but when Buzzard rushed down and pass, but to Stanbrough, who in turn pass to Compton, the Everton goal was in immediate danger from a splendid shot from the left wing, and the excitement rose instantly, especially so when Chadwick followed with a dropping shot into Harrison hands. Another burst off by the Corinthians elements brought out the best efforts of Hillman and to the great amassment of the crowd, he ran almost half way down, the field tipping the ball, and upon his parting Bell sent to Reay who dashed in all scored a second point for his side. This good fortune added spiciness to the game, and right up the finish the play was brimfull of exciting incidents. The game eventually ended in a win for Everton by 2 goals to 1.

WOOLWICH ARNSEAL v. EVERTON
The Sporting Life- Wednesday, October 16, 1895
SUCCESS OF THE VISITORS
Owing to the brilliant victory gained by the Arsenal over Burton Wanderers, on Saturday last, additional interest was centred in the match under notice, which was played at the Manor Field, Plumstead last Monday afternoon. The weather turned out delightfully fine, and the attendance numbered fully six thousand. The visitors team underwent several alterations to that advertised, Storrier taking the place of Holt at centre half-back, and Reay displacing Latta on the right wing, whilst Arsenal’s combination was exactly the same team that opposed Burton Wanderers, with the exception of O’Brien, who took Buchanan’s place. As will be seen by the description of the play given below that the visitors gained a victory by two goals to none, but in justice to the Arsenal we must say that they had very hard lines in scoring on more than one occasion, and the chief feature of the game was the excellent goalkeeping of Hillman for Everton, who captained the side. the way that he cleared several shots was astonishing to behold. The Everton team, who were attired in blue jerseys and white knickers, were the first to make their appearance, and met with a very hearty reception, their opponents quickly following. The Arsenal having won the toss, played during the initial half from the roadside end, Hartley kicking off for the visitors with the sun, which was shining brightly, in their eyes, there being scarcely any wind to assist either side. Everton at once began to press, and rushed the ball up and through. Powell making a slight mistake, Bell had a splendid opportunity, and Storer, in clearing gave a corner, from which, however, nothing accrued, Caldwell, at length relieved the pressure, and by the aid of some pretty passing by the homesters’ forwards the play was transferred to the other end of the ground, and Gordon sent in a clinking shot, whilst Hillman repulsed in masterly fashion. Adams at length relieved the pressure, and through a combined run by Chadwick and Milward the Reds’ citadel was again in jeopardy, the visitors appearing certain to score from a bully in front of the uprights, but Caldwell succeeded in clearing at the expense of a corner, and O’Brien, getting possession, made a pretty run right down the field, but his aside in turn attempt to score was frustrated by Adams. Give-and-take play followed, each side In turn pressing, the Arsenal forcing a corner off of Arridge, from which Mortimer made an excellent attempt to score, but the Toffeeites’ custodian saved in marvellous fashion, which brought loud applause from the company. Just after the Northerners brought away in a body, and after Storer had repulsed several attempts from Bell and Hartley, Chadwick sent in a shot which Storer had no earthly chance in saving, and scored the first goal for Everton twenty minutes from the start. Continuing, the Arsenal had a turn at pressing, Jenkyns sending in a high shot, which went completely out of the ground, following which Mortimer had a splendid opening to score, but kicked erratically wide. After some desultory play, the game was transferred to the other end of the ground, and “hands” were given against the homesters, but Powell safely cleared. Towards the interval the play way chiefly in the visitors’ quarters, and when half-time arrived the score was -Everton, one goal; Woolwich Arsenal, none. Hartley restarted the game, and the visitors at once began to make tracks for their opponents’ citadel, and Storer was at once called upon to save a shot from Chadwick, after which the game was temporarily stopped through Crawford being winded. The play continued to be in the visitors’ favour, and five minutes after the resumption Goldie, with a low shot, registered a second point for his side. the locals now made a gallant attempt to score, but their opponents’ defence proved impregnable. Although each side obtained abortive corners, the score remained unaltered, and when the whistle sounded the state of the game was- Everton Two goals, Woolwich Arsenal None. Linesmen, J. Boyle, and W. Bell, referee, Mr. Roston Bourke (Referee’s Association). Sides;- Everton; Hillman (goal), Adams and Arridge (backs), Goldie, Storrier, and Stewart (half-backs), Reay, and Bell (right), Hartley (centre), Chadwick and Milward (left). Woolwich Arsenal- H. Storer (goal), J. Caldwell and J. Powell (backs0, A. Ward, C. Jenkyns (captain), and G. Crawford (half-backs), J. McAvory and O’Brien (left), Gordon (centre), Mortimer and Mills (right).

CASUALS v EVERTON
The Sporting Life
THE NORTHERNERS AGAIN SUCCESSFUL
This match, the second of the famous Everton team’s Southern tour, took place yesterday on the Essex County Ground, Leyton, when they opposed a rather powerful eleven of the Casuals. The morning gave promise of a fine afternoon, but on arriving at the grounds a heavy mist had fallen. Notwithstanding this, fully 6,000 spectators paid gate, and as will be seen by the appended details, the visitors proved successful by two goals to one. The visitors having won the toss, Compton kicked off for the Casuals from the Pavilion end, in almost a dead calm. The amateurs at once began to press, and before barely two minutes had elapsed, Fernie, with a long shot, beat Hillman, and registered the first goal for the Casuals. Almost immediately after resuming the Casuals swarmed round their rivals’ citadel, and it was with the greatest difficulty that Hillman saved a shot delivered by Stanbrough. Arridge however, relieved the pressure, and with a combined run by Chadwick and Milward, the play was transferred to the other end of the ground, and Harrison had to use his hands from a shot by Compton, following which the play was of a fairly interesting character, until the visitors’ forwards broke away in a body, and Bell succeeded in eluding Harrison, and equalised matters. Shortly after a penalty kick fell to the Casuals, and twice Wreford Brown sent the ball into the net, the point being disallowed through being offside. At the other end of the ground Cameron sent in a shot which just went outside. The play for some time was confined to the Casuals’ quarters until Stanbrough getting possession, made a pretty single-handed run right down the field, finishing up with a shot, in saving which Hillman gave a corner, but nothing, however, accrued, and when half-time arrived the game stood;- Casuals, one goal; Everton, one goal.
Cameron restarted the game, and for some time the play was chiefly in midfield, but at length a foul was given against the northerners, from which, however, little advantage was gained. Everton then had a turn at pressing, and Reay managed to notch another point, and place his side a goal ahead. The amateurs, however, renewed their efforts, but the splendid way that Hillman took care of his goal brought forth loud applause from all over the field. Towards the close the visitors had all the best of the play, but their shooting at goal was most erratic, Cameron, Chadwick, and Bell each missing excellent opportunities, the game ultimately ending with the score- Everton Two goals, Casuals One goal. Linesmen, Messrs, Haley and Gilbert, Referee, Mr. Roston Bourke (Referee’s Association). Sides’- Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge (backs), Goldie, Storrier, and Stewart (half-backs), Reay, and Bell (right), Cameron (Centre), Chadwick and Milward (left). Casuals- A.E. Harrison (goal), H.A Ranthwell and E.H. Bray (backs0, R.R. Barker, E.F. Buzzard, and Wreford Brown (half-backs), M. H. Stanbrough and J. Fernie (left), E.L. Compton (centre), S.S. Taylor and M.A. Rhodes (right).

EVERTON v.  LONDON CASUALS
The Liverpool Daily Post- Wednesday, October 16, 1895
In continuation of their Southern tour, the Everton team appeared at Leyton yesterday, in exceedingly dull weather and before a large number of spectators. The home team were powerfully represented, and a still contest was anticipated. Everton won the toss, and Fernie kicked off, and after a few exchanges between the Everton players, Barker returned strongly to his forwards, and Compton beating Storrier, the Casuals forwards dashed down, and Fernie scored the first goal after a few minutes’ play. The success was greeted with tremendous applause and the Casuals quickly came again; Hillman being compelled to run out to save. In reply to this the Everton men performed in an improved manner, and Bell, Cameron and Chadwick carried the play to the home half, and a sharp shot was propelled at Harrison without effect. Maintaining their advantage the Blues kept Barker and Bray busy for some time, a corner from Wreford Brown being almost converted by Chadwick. The same player repeated the trick just afterwards. Another rapid sprint by Crompton and Stanborough was neatly negatived by Adams, who put Chadwick and Milward in going order, and from a sprint by the latter Bell dropped on the ball and defeated Harrison with a fast shot. A foul against Everton close in looked ominous but Wreford Brown’s free kick was allowed to go into the net untouched. Storrier and Bell between then changed the venue, and following some pretty passes in the middle Bell drove in a terrific shot which Harrison cleared only just in time to save a rush by Milward. Immediately following Cameron earned a round of applause for an overhead kick which almost reduced the home fortress again. The combination of the visitors team gradually gave them a distinct command of the play, and shots were frequently levelled at Harrison, who kept his charge in magnificent style. Being placed in good position by Brown, Fernie, Rhodes and Taylor galloped along on the right but when appearing dangerous Arridge slipped in and cleared finely. The Everton forwards were at once busy again at the other end, Barker driving a capital centre by Reay over his own goal. No tangible result came of the corner. Stanborough raced away, only to find Adams too good for him. Both sides were striving their utmost. Chadwick next received from Stewart and Cameron and Bell easily got the better of Brown by their superior combination, and Bell wound up with a truly magnificent shot, which only missed its post by inches. After a couple of fouls had been awarded to each side, the visitors appeared to be going strongly till opposed by Barker whose defence was very powerful, and Fernie and Compton essayed another foot run, and Arridge effectively headed a beautiful centre of the former away in the nick of time. Half-time arrived with the score 1 goal each. On the encounter being resumed the amateurs were at once to the fore, and Hillman was at once called upon to get rid of an awkward customer from Compton. The Everton forwards soon rallied and Reay and Bell were prominent for united work, earning a corner off the half-back, which proved futile. By some of improved and vigorous forward play the visitors gained the upper hand and were for spells the masters of the situation, but all the excellent work in the centre was ruined to a fats degree by the absolutely indifferent shooting the only one who seemed to make a decent show being Bell. Following this the pace slackened down, and a tame exhibition was the result. Close upon time, however, the form of both sides greatly improved, and Reay put his side ahead, and amidst an exciting series of exchanges the game was brought to an end with Everton being returned victories by 2 goals to 1. Teams; Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Storrier, and Stewart, half-backs; Reay, Bell, Cameron, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Causals.- A.E. Harrison, goal; R.R and F.H. Bray, backs; T. Higson, C. Wreford-Brown, and E,P. Buzzard, half-backs; M.A. Rhodes, S.S Taylor, J.F. Fernie, E. W. Compton, and M.H. Stanborough, forwards.

FOOTBALL GRIEVANCE AT ANFIELD
The Liverpool Echo- Saturday, October 19, 1895
TO THE EDITOR OF THE LIVERPOOL ECHO
Sir- I should esteem it a favour if you would allow me a small space in your valuable paper to complain of the nuisance caused by the public standing on the walls and outhouses on the football side of Kemlyn-road. When the Everton team had the ground this nuisance was stopped by the closing of the entry during the performance and a couple of policemen. Now we have neither the entry closed nor any policemen. I venture to ask how is that? I should feel greatly obliged if some member of the Liverpool committee would enlighten me on the subject, and I think that even if they did not close the entry we could have one or two policemen for the short time of one hour and half, and which I am sure would greatly abate the nuisance. Apologising for troubling you and hoping this will meet the eye of some member of the committee-Yours, &c., CEMLYN- Anfield, Oct 14, 1895.

FOOTBALL NOTES
October 21, 1895. The Birmingham Daily Post
The game between Everton and West Bromwich Albion have always been of the keenest description, and at Goodison Park the Throstles are regarded as very formidable opponents. Everton no doubt have invariably proved successful on their own ground, but not without a hard struggle. Perhaps it was the recollection of the galliant fight which the ten Albion players (one of the team having missed his train) made last season which attracted so large a crowd to Everton's fine enclosure. At any rate the gate, numbering as it did close upon 20,000, was one of the best which has been seen there this season. The anticipations that Everton were in for a warm time were realised to the full. They found the visitors in rare good humour, and in the end were probably satisfied with escaping with the loss of one point only. The game throughout was contested in vigorous style and both goalkeepers had to exert all their great abilities in order to avert further disaster to their respective sides. Everton were the first to score, Milward doing the trick with a header, and naturally this pleased the spectators, for in Liverpool the drawing of first blood by Everton is regarded as almost synonymous with victory. The Albion, however, were determined to do their level best to upset the theory, and in this they succeeded, as they certainly deserved to, the equalising point coming just before half-time, as the result of one of the brilliant rushes for which the Albion are famous. There was plenty of excitement in the second half of the game, and each side had a fair share in the attack, but no other point being forthcoming, the match ended in a draw of one goal each,. Upon this result the Albion are to be heartily congratulated. It is no disgrace to any team to be defeated at Goodison Park, and the performance of the visitors is therefore deserving of the highest praise, capacially when it is borne in mind that Bassett, owing to receiving a knock on his already injured leg, was of very little use in the second half. As a matter of fact, even with practically four forwards it was only by the merest shave that the West Bromwich men were derived of a victory. McLeod on one occasion had the goal at his mercy, but with the idea evidently of making assurance doubly sure he passed to Bassett, who put the ball into the net all right, but was adjudged off-side. Throughout the Albion played with refreshing smartness and determination, and on the form displayed ought soon to improve their position in the League. Paddock was the pick of the forwards. He took advantage of every opportunity, and not only used his speed, but shot with great effect. The half-backs were a formidable trio, and, while Williams was more conspicuous than his partner, Horton did a lot of useful work. The rearrangement of the Everton front rank was not a success and Bell, who was again tried in the centre-forward position, failed lamentably to come up to his brilliant display against the Villa a fortnight ago. Although Boyle played well at centre half, the services of Holt were greatly missed; after all, the weakness of Everton was not so much due to the defence as to the attack.
Scraps.
Richard Boyles, the popular Everton half-back, was married on Wednesday at Dumbarton.

EVERTON 1 WEST BROMWICH ALBION 1
Ooctober 21 1895. The Liverpool Mercury
The first of the season's League matches between these clubs was well patronised, for at the commencement of play there would be quite 15,000 spectators present at Goodison Park. Unfortunately for Everton the full forces of the team were not available, and two changes of position were also requisite to bring up the complement. Holt's absence necessitated Boyle going centre half and an opening was made for Goldie, who played remarkably well during the Southern tour early in the week, and as Cameron had demands upon him at Glasgow, Bell took up the centre position, bring in Mcinnes to partner Latta on the right wing. West Bromwich was fully represented. The sides were as follows : - Everton: - Hillman, goal, Adams, and Arridge, backs, Goldie, Boyle (captain), and Stewart, halfbacks, Latta, McInnes, Bell, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. West Bromwich Albion: - Reader, goal, Williams, and Horton (j), backs, Perrt (t), Higgins, and Bankes, halfbacks, Bassett (captain), McLeod, Hutchinson, Kelsey, and Paddock, forwards. On opening the game a raid was at once made upon the home end, T.Perry gave Paddock a chance to take the lead in the first minutes of play, but the ball was driven high over the bar, and notwithstanding strenuous efforts on the part of Adams and Arridges the visitors kept up a persistent pressure. A couple of free kicks looked like bringing about a downfall when some well judged heading out of goal by Adams and again by Stewart, resulted in Milward and Chadwick getting possession and racing to the other end, where however, the stay was of short duration, as Bassett almost immediately fastened on the ball and rounded Stewart, only to find Arridge as speedy and resourceful as could be desired. A couple of minutes later McInnes unfortunately lay offside, and Bell, who was much hampered by Higgins, got in a shot under difficulties which topped the bar. A fine dropping shot by Hutchinson, the visitors centre, threatened disaster, when Arridge cleverly met it, and then Milward broke away, only to come into collision with Horton, which caused a slight delay in the proceedings. A fine concerned movement on the part of Bell, Chadwick, and Milward was the next item, and everyone was anticipating a successful finish when Williams staved off danger at the expense of a corner, which was indifferently placed, with the result that the visiting forwards broke clean away, and on the ball being played to Paddock, who worked out of the reach of opposition a clinking shot was levelled at Hillman, who saved in most clever fashion. Paddock again got off, and the home custodian running cut, took a flying kick, which led up to Bell racing down the centre following this up with a timely pass to Chadwick, who had the disappointment off seeing the ball skim the bar. Bell immediately afterward was sandwiched between the two backs when about five yards from Reader, but the ball eventually reached Latta, who shot slightly wide. At this juncture there was some nice touches of play divulged by the Everton forwards but owing to the close attentions of the opportune range. Adams nicely placed a free kick, and reader was twice called upon in quick succession. Shortly afterwards Bell placed the ball neatly to Latta, who returned it, and as Horton only partially met the ball Reader rushed out to save, only to find Milward up first, and the ball was promptly headed into the net. Mcleod took a long shot, which sailed over the bar, and from ‘'hands'' against Stewart, the Albion got in good position. Bassett sent in a hot one, which rebounded from the crossbar, and Kelsey followed with a well directed shot, which called for the fish of Hillman, but it was almost immediately back again, and this time Kelsey scored with a shot that was well nigh impossible to keep out. A corner to Everton was of little advantage, and a moment later as Arridge being heavily pressed, the attempt top even matters by driving back to Hillman but it was badly directed, and the subsequent corner almost brought about downfall. Stewart headed out of goal, and with danger cleared the interval was called with the result Everton 1 goal Albion 1.
The opening of the second portion was characterised by some effective work of the Everton forwards, but as a rule the visiting backs struck to them like leeches, and despite these attention Milward all but headed into the net. T.Perry and Banks were now busy in making opening for their forwards and eventually Paddock and Kelsey spirited away, but the formers centre to Hutchinson was cleverly met by Arridge by Arridge, and again on Bassett looking a certain score Everton left back nipped in, though relief was left to Hillman, who with a flying kick placed the Everton van well in front where they got along nicely until they reached Horton, who all through had been playing a good defensive game. A fine burst of passing by the whole line unfortunately ended in Milward overrunning the ball at a time when Reader would have had no possible chance of escape. Immediately following, Bell was wedged between the backs when about to shoot, and then a good shot from Chadwick called for Reader's best effort. Bassett changed the venue but Paddock finished up badly, and then a strong bombardment of the Albion goal took place. Goldie, Adams, and Boyle, with unerring accuracy, landed the ball well in front, and after several attempt had been made to pilot it between the uprights, Milward kicked over the bar. A strong kick from Horton left Hutchinson in command and it looked like defeat as Hillman wandered from goal, but fortunately nothing happened, and after a smart run to the other end the visitors got into a nice stride, and Bassett put the ball into the net. But Hillman appeal for offside was supported. Within a minute the Albion were back again, and McLeod from close range sent in a stringing shot, and it was simply nothing less than marvellous how the custodian got the ball away. McInnes had an opening, but it was not seized, and Latta only justed missed scoring from a fine cross shot by Milward. Nothing further was done, and the game resulted in draw of one goal each.

AN EXCITING DRAW AT EVERTON
Athletic News -Monday, October 21, 1895
By the Loiterer
After touring in the South, Everton were once more on view at Goodison Park, and notwithstanding the indifferent form the team have shown in League matches this season, there would be about 18,000 spectators present. Perhaps the prospect of a comfortable win drew many to the ground, as West Bromwich Albion have not scored many successes in Liverpool; but once more the home supporters were disappointed. Everton were minus Holt and Cameron, while the visitors had a good team up, the players being as follows;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Latta, McInnes, Bell, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. West Bromwich Albion; Reader, goal; Horton, and Williams, backs; T. Berry, Higgins, and Banks, half-backs; Bassett, McLeod, Hutchinson, Kelsey, and Paddock, forwards. Referee; Mr. Armitt. West Bromwich were the first to show up, Kelsey having a shy at goal early on, and play for some time was all in favour of the visitors, who, however, seldom put in a decent shot. This defect was noticeable all through, for each side made glaring errors when within easy range. The play was not of the best, though at times some nice passing was seen, but neither side was in a hurry. The visitors were still having the best of matters, the left-wing couple being the most dangerous. They were continually on to go, and on two occasions Hillman had warm shots to stop. By way of a change the Everton forwards had an innings but they did not snape at all well, and the lively halves of their opponents held a distinct advantage. Latta and McInnes got on well together, and were the most dangerous wing, but when they parted with the ball the opportunity was lost. Chadwick once dropped the ball just over the bar, and Everton had rather the best of the play for a few minutes, but they were a disjointed lot, and the defence seemed to have an easy thing on in clearing. The first goal, however, was the reward of severe pressure, the ball bobbing about until Milward got his head to it and placed it cut of Reader’s reach. There was now more life in the game, and again the visitors had a distinct pull, Hillman effecting several grand saves, and Bassett had hard lines with one of the few shots he had at goal. At .length the equaliser came, and a good goal it was. Higgins put in a long shot, Kelsey pounced on it at the right moment, and Hillman had no chance of saving. After this the home goal was besieged, but the interval arrived with the score one goal each. In the second half Everton had the best of the game, the play being mostly in the visitors’ half; but mistakes continued to be made, and there was a lackadaisical style about the play of the home forwards which just suited the Albion defence, Milward was energetic enough, and was frequently prominent with dashing play, but the others took matters easily. The passing was good, but rather too methodically carried out, and a little variation would have been more successful, especially when the men relied on the ball coming to them as a matter of course. The Albion forwards were better in this respect, and their long passing was more to the purpose, for out of fewer opportunities they made better and more frequent attempts at goal. Their halves assisted them immediately, but as I have said, the play of the home forwards just suited them, and it seemed the easiest thing in the world to get possession of the ball. The game seldom got exciting, but was enjoyable for all that, and what astonished me most was the frequent stoppages for minor injuries. To me it was a puzzler, for really the game was too slow for anything, and the men as gentle as kittens. When the whistle blew, and the score was even, naturally the spectators, as they left the ground, gave vent to criticisms which, to say the least, were sharp. The defence on both sides was the only redeeming feature. Adams and Arridge again played well, the latter keeping up his form and being the better of the two. They covered each other’s mistakes nicely, which is more than can be said of the forwards, and both kicked strongly. The half-backs line was good, and Holt’s absence was not keenly felt. Boyle played centre, which is an arrangement, as this important post should be filled by a class player. Stewart was the most successful, and he had a tarter in McLeod to deal with. The little ‘un was always at it. Goldie is a much-improved player, and I could hardly think it was the same man who made such a poor show early on in the season. Now he is an effective player, with some style about him. The forwards were very disappointing. The passing was good between the wing men, but none of them gauged the ball well; it was swung across or centred, and there was too much dependence on each other. More dash was required. The visitors played a better game, for there was more “go” in them, and in their own way were quite as clever as the home forwards. Bassett seldom shines at Liverpool, and his play on Saturday was easy. The others were lively enough, and the long passing was well carried out. The two strangers on the left wing pleased me greatly. It was in defence however, that they excelled. As a rule, both the backs and halves obtained the ball in tussles, and the clean kicking of all was admired. The <Midland fellows are always good at this particular, but when their opponents give them every chance then they shine, and from Horton to Banks hardly a weak kick was put in.

LIVERPOOL AND DISTRICT NOTES
The Athletic News- Monday, October 21, 1895
By the Loiterer
Everton, although they hold fifth place in the League table, are hardly deserving of the position, as four clubs which are below them may pass them, and then we should have what is probably the wealthiest club in the kingdom ninth on the list. No club enjoys such staunch supporters as Everton, for, no matter how disappointing their play, they turn up as usual at the next match. No doubt the club has not had the best of luck this season, but there are failings which should be remedied at once. There is not sufficient enthusiasm in the play of the forwards, and they depend too much on their cleverness. It will be a pity if Cameron intends dividing his services between Everton and Queen’s Park during the season, for such an arrangement will naturally upset the team. I believe some effort will be made to secure his services at all times, and this can only be effected through one channel. Whatever is done, the public are entitled to better results than have been obtained lately, and it is for the directors to see to it.

FOOTBALL NOTES
The Liverpool Mercury-Monday, October 21, 1895
The visit of the Everton club to the great metropolis can be pronounced a huge success, both in the manner the team performed and the way the directors carried out the arrangements for the comfort and pleasure of the entire party. On arriving on Saturday at London, the well-known Covent Garden Hotel was selected as the headquarters during the stay, and to their credit the proprietors catered well. Under the guidance of Mr. Prescott an excursion was made to the famous Hampton Court Palace, and a tour of inspection of the beautiful place carried out. Early on Monday the team, directors and press representatives took train to Woolwich, and by arrangement of Mr. Molyneux were conducted through that mammoth manufactory of life-destroying apparatus and paraphernalia. A great crowd assembled for the match in the afternoon, and after a stubborn contest, and by virtue of superior forward play and goalkeeping, the “Blues” were returned as winners. The game was a really good one, and very interesting to watch, and the spectators were roused to the highest pitch of enthusiasm by the marvellous agility of Hillman on two occasions, when a goal for the “Reds” seemed inevitable. A typical London fog spoiled the match with the Casuals, and a little feeling being introduced, the game was not half so interesting to watch. In this encounter superior stamina rather than cleverness brought the victory to the Liverpudlians, for with so much of the Corinthian element in the home team, for a while the Southerners were equally as clever as the Northern professors. Stewart and Hillman have added lustre to their fame by their excellent work, while Bell, Chadwick, and Arridge were always consistent.
Favoured by beautiful weather, and with the prospect of witnessing a good game, one of the largest crowds of the season so far was attracted to Goodison Park on Saturday last. Unluckily, through the accident to Holt last week, the home team were unable to turn out their full strength, but it was generally thought that, even with a substitute for the little international, Everton should get two points out of the encounter. The visitors, however, played such a spirited and determined game that they thoroughly deserved the one point which goes to their credit for effecting a draw. From the kick off it was noticeable that a slight weakness in the defence existed on the home right, and the visitors seemed to observe this, and consequently made most of their work with the left wing, reserving their fastest pair on the right for occasional and dangerous sprints. For the first half-hour the play was very evenly divided, each side taking turns at attacking, though if anything the home custodian had the most difficult shots to deal with. The passing of the Everton forwards was very good, but they were rarely allowed to get within dangerous shooting distance. Bell obtained possession about half way, and made a pretty run down the field towards the Albion goal. When tackled he very judiciously put the ball out to Latta, and this player sent in a beautiful centre, which bell endeavoured to improve upon. His shot, however, struck one of the backs and the ball went up in the air. Milward just managed to rush up as Reader came out to fist the ball away, and headed into the net. Nothing daunted the Albion played up with renewed vigour, and just on half-time after Hillman had had one or two hot shots to deal with, and Bassett had struck the cross bar with a beauty, McLeod obtained possession very close in, and banged the ball through the goal, giving Hillman absolutely no chance. On resuming the Everton forwards went off with a dash and looked a winning team all over, but so sound was the defence that, though they had no doubt much more of the play than their opponents they were unable to get in any effective shots. The Albion forwards only occasionally broke away, but when they did they always caused a feeling of discomfort to the home supporters. The game, as far as the Albion forwards was concerned, was opened out more, and the ball was rapidly passed from wing to wing. A misjudgement on the part of Hillman in running out looked very dangerous, but no disaster resulted. Arridge also unfortunately slipped at a critical moment, but Hillman managed to clear. Shortly after this the Albion forwards were all down in front of the Everton goal, and McLeod, with the ball at his toe, was in a fine position for scoring. Instead, however, of shooting he passed to Bassett, who was undoubtedly in a better position, but obviously offside, and although the latter player shot past Hillman the point was disallowed. From this point to the end of the game both sides were very even, and a fast and exciting match ended in a draw of one goal each. The Everton forwards, as a whole did not appear to be quite up to form. Milward and Chadwick were not nearly so effective as usual, although the latter had undoubtedly very hard lines with several beautiful shots. Bell in the centre played a good game in the first half and initial part of the second, but fell off somewhat towards the finish. His passing was a great feature of the game, and the only fault to find is that he perhaps neglected the left wing a little. There is no doubt, however, that his play in the centre on Saturday was a long way ahead of recent displays in the inside right position. He was unlucky in having no chance to shoot when close in, but the West Bromwich backs attended to him in masterly fashion, and would allow no clear opening. McInnes was distinctly off colour at first, and although he regained some what he was never very dangerous. Latta played very fairly, but he was somewhat hampered in having a weak partner. Stewart at left half worked hard, as usual, and although he had a very clever and fast right wing to deal with he was generally successful in his endeavours. Boyle also played a fairly good game, but had the disadvantage of playing in the position generally occupied by the best centre half in England. Goldie was very weak at first, and although he improved considerably, and at times did some work, he is very slow. The backs, Adams and Arridge were both very good, and the way the latter stuck to Bassett when he got off was a treat. Hillman was as safe as mortal man could be in goal, and not the slightest blame can be attached to him for the points scored by his opponents. The West Bromwich forwards were a very smart lot, and although the left wing, Paddock and Kelsey, had the bulk of the work, the dangerous pair were McLeod and Bassett. With reference to the latter player we have heard a lot of his falling off in play this season, but on Saturday this certainly was not noticeable, although he was hampered with a large abscess on the left leg, which unfortunately received a kick and caused him to leave the field for about five minutes. The half backs -Banks, Higgins, and T. Perry-were very capable, the last-named especially shining, but the backs, Horton and Williams deserve a special word of praise for their magnificent play. Their kicking was clean and powerful and they hardly ever allowed the home forwards to get within dangerous shooting distance. Reader, in goal, did everything he had to do in a perfectly satisfactory style. On the play of the whole of the West Bromwich team it is difficult to understand how the club occupies such a low position in the League table this season.

EVERTON v. WEST BROMWICH ALBION
The Liverpool Daily Post- Monday, October 21, 1895
Magnificent football weather favoured the visit of West Bromwich Albion to Goodison Park on Saturday, the atmospheric conditions being all that could be desired by both players and spectators. After carefully examining the nets of both goals, Mr. Armitt have the signal for hostilities to commence. Bottle won the toss, though the yielded little advantage, as there was scarcely any wind. Hutchinson started in the presence of some 12,000. West Bromwich were the first to show up, Kelsey making the initial shot, but without avoid. Adams repulsed the visiting left, but a free kick placed the home goal in jeopardy. Danger, however, was averted, and the home forwards went away in a beautiful combined movement, Bell being the leader in an attack on the Albion goal, and McInnes took up the running, but as Latta was offside when his partner passed to him, the good work was nullified. Paddock and Kelso worked beautifully against Stewart, and then the ball was passed to Hutchinson who flashed it over to Paddock this player being pulled up for infringing the off-side rule. A raid by Everton was initiated by Adams, but all to no purpose, following which Bassett made a splendid run, but Boyle’s head got in the way of the international’s final shot. Horton was trying to kick the ball, but found Milward’s head instead, which brought about a momentary suspension of hostilities. The outside left, luckily was not apparently much hurt, and on a resumption was quickly in evidence, a corner coming from his effort. Nothing tangible aroused, however, from this advantage, and the visiting left were quickly away, Paddock sending in a magnificent shot to Hillman, who gave a sample of his London form, fisting away grandly. The Albion men were now showing the best tactics, and the Everton defence for a few minutes was severely tried, but came off with flying colours. Stewart served nicely to Chadwick who was sadly bothered by Higgins and Parry with the result that the visitors centre was soon flying away with the ball, the left wing being in close attendance. There appeared to be a splendid opening for a goal when the triplet got within shooting distance, but when danger most threatened Hillman rushed out and kicked clear. Soon afterwards the play was located in midfield, and here Boyle steered the ball across to Chadwick, who dodged the opposing half backs, in a very keen manner, and then took aim for a goal, but the ball went just over. The home men again rallied round Reader’s charge, Bell being given a fine opening but made a feeble attempts, Latta fastening on the globe and shooting wide- a grand opportunity lost. This ill-luck, however, did not dishearten the Evertonians, who were persistently on the attack, and for a prolonged period gave the Albion backs no peace. A free kick taken by Adams resulted in a corner, but this proved futile, and though Chadwick had a shie a moment later, nothing resulted. The West Bromwich men made a raid, but hands nullified previous good work. The free kick saw play in midfield, from where Bell worked the ball well up and shot in. Horton skieing the globe and Milward meeting it on its return headed a goal for Everton. The play after this was of a most even character, Bassett once being near after one of his celebrated sprints, but he was met with a stern defence, Arridge particularly distinguishing himself in this department. A free kick taken by Williams landed finely into goal, and was splendidly fisted away by Hillman, who directly afterwards accounted for a further effort on the part of Kelsey. A rush to the other end was followed by a kick to the benefit of the homesters and a fierce struggle ensued during which Latta headed in, and then Williams cleared the struggle being renewed when Boyle again served up. Evidently Bassett raced away and swept through all opposition. Arridge was bent on mischief, but even he was evaded by the speedy right winger, who at the last moment rent in a grand screw shot, which looked all over a goal for the attacking force. However, the home custodian was on the alert, and sprang up to repel the shot which rebounded from the crossbar. A couple of free kicks fell to the Midlanders soon afterwards the second of which was placed right into the goal mouth, but Milward with splendid judgement averted danger. Perry was prominent in checking an onward rush on the part of Chadwick and Milward following which a free kick came to each side and then Chadwick sent in a low one, but Williams was on the alert, and beautifully cleared. Everton at this stage were hotly attacking and after several shots had missed their mark, Bell forced a corner. This was cleared, but the home contingent again returned to the onslaught, Latta bringing the pressure to a close by shooting over the bar. A free kick was headed away by Milward, but the ball was immediately afterwards taken to the front of the Everton goal, where Kelsey came in and scored for the visiting team, their success being well received. A stoppage was occasioned for a moment owing to Paddock being winded. He retired but was soon back, and then the Throstles raced away, and claimed a corner on the right wing. This was cleared away, and the interval arrived with the score -Everton 1 goal, West Bromwich Albion 1 goal. The opening moves of the second half were characterised by rather rough play, the homesters being the first to attack in earnest the number of spectators having by this increased to about 18,000. A move was made by the visitors, and Arridge spoiled an attempt on the part of Paddock who had showed great form on the way down the field. The home defence came in for another spell of pressure, and then the home forwards set to work, and went to the front with a great dash. The only result of this move was a futile shot by Bell, after which the Albion left wing advanced strongly, dashing through all opposition, but when they had a clear course Hillman rushed out, and cleared. The goal kick was no relief to the Throstles, Everton continuing to swarm round their goal but nothing tangible came as a result of their persistent attack, though Bell twice made attempts. After this Higgins put his front rank in possession. McLeod and Bassett darting off, the final effort however, of the latter going wide. The Albion came again soon afterwards and there was a fine race for possession between Hutchinson and Hillman, in which the Everton man came off triumphant, sending the ball to the centre. A huge kick was put in by Williams but some pretty passing by Everton again carried play to the visiting goal, Reader performing well on two occasions, Bassett got hurt and retired for a while, but shortly after his return he played up with refreshing vigour, and scored from an offside position. The home front rank advanced in line, the ball being headed back by Horton and then play settled down in midfield for a while until the home forwards again organised an attack, Reader saving a shot from Bell. Then Chadwick had a shie, but without effect. Shortly afterwards, however, the attacking force clusteredround Reader’s charge, and he was especially lucky and favoured by his great reach when he dashed into the thick of the fray and fisted clear away. The remainder of the play was somewhat tame, neither side adding to the score, the game ending in a draw -1 goal each. Teams;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Latta, McInnes, Bell, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. West Bromwich Albion; Reader, goal; Williams, and J. Horton, backs; T. Perry, Higgins, and Banks, half backs; Bassett, McLeod, Hutchinson, Kelsey, and Paddock, forwards.

EVERTON  CLUB
The Liverpool Daily Post- Thursday, October 24, 1895
Against Burnley at Burnley, on Saturday, the following will represent Everton; Hillman, Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Latta, Bell, Cameron, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards.
At Goodison Park, against Chester the following will represent Everton Combination;- Hines, goal; McDonald, and Storrier, backs; Kelso, Meiklejohn and Elliott, half-backs; Reay, McInnes, Mainman, Flewitt, and Schofield, forwards.

FOOTBALL NEWS
Ulster Football and Cycling News- Friday 25 October 1895
Inside eight months Wolverhampton Wanderers have lost three of their players by death-J. Hassell (goalkeeper), H. Allen (centre half), and D. Wykes (outside right). The latter died last week, after six days’ illness. Wykes was carried off by typhoid fever and pneumonia, just the same case exactly as with poor Willie Sherrard. He leaves a widow and one child.
Cameron, the new Everton centre, assisted Queen’s Park to beat Third Lanark in the Glasgow Cup, 4-1, on Saturday.

TODAY FIXTURES
The Liverpool Daily Post- Saturday, October 26, 1895
Everton v Burnley, at Burnley; kick-off 3. Train leaves Exchange Station at 11.37.
Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams, and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Latta, Bell, Cameron, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards.
Everton Combination v Chester, at Goodison Park; 3 Everton Combination-Hines, goal; McDonald and Storrier, backs; Kelso, Meiklejohn, and Elliott, half-backs; Reay, McInnes, Mainman, Flewitt, and Schofield, forwards. Chester; Coventry, goal; W. Wilson, and H. Jones, backs; Turner, Farrell, and Astbury, half backs; W. Lewis, Catesby, Worgan, Spencer, and B. Lewis, forwards.

EVERTON RESERVES 4 CHESTER 1
October 26 1895. The Liverpool mercury
Played at Goodison Park, on Saturday. The opening play was somewhat tame, Eventually Chester charged well ahead, but found in McDonald a sturdy defender. The home van then attacked and Flewitt had apparently a clear course. His final effort was however weak and following a spell of even play in midfield. Astbury only just missed finding the mark with a fine shot, skimming the bar. After the home lot had attacked in vigorous fashion, only to find the Chester defence in good trim, the visiting van broke off and beating the halves, Worgan levelled a long stringing shot at Hiles, which took effect and from this point up to the interval the Evertonians strained every effort to equalised, but they found their opponents in a stubborn mood, and at the change of ends the score was unaltered. Chester leading by a goal to nil. On resuming the Chester quarters were hotly invaded, and the play was not long in progess when McInnes equalised, and shortly afterwards gave his side the lead. Severe pressure followed on Coventrys charge, and after a heavy bombardment, Mainman put the ball out of his reach for the third time. And immediately afterwards from a scrimmage in goal McInnes added a fourth all the points being obtained within a period of ten minutes. Subsqently play was fairly even and Everton won by 4 goals to 1. Played 6 won t. lost 0, draw 1 for 28 against 7 points 11.

BURNLEY 1 EVERTON 1
Ooctober 28 1895. The Liverpool Mercury
There was quite 9,000 persons assembled on the Burnley ground on Saturday to follow the first of the League games between these clubs. Espie and Hill were still absentees from the home side and as Cameron is engaged in Scotland Harley filled the centre position for Everton, and Goldie was played right half vice Boyle, who went centre. The teams were as follows: - Everton: - Hillman, goal, Adams and Arridge, backs Goldie, Boyle (captain), and Stewart, halfbacks, Latta, Bell, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Burnley: - Tatham, goal, Reynolds, and McLintock, backs, Place sen, Taylor, and Livingstone, halfbacks, Nicol, Davidson, Robertson, Bowes, and Place Jun, forwards.
Hartley started the game, and at once from a free kick, the Burnley forwards made off and on Nicol getting possession it looked like certain downhill. When the ball was driven harmlessly over the line, wide of the goal. McLintock almost put the ball into his own net from a high shot, by Stewart, and from the resulting goal kick the Evertonians kept up a determined pressure, Reynolds eventually clearing after Adams had placed the ball into the goalmouth. Goldie was penalised for handling off an opponent, and from the free kick Nicol and Davidson made the play on the Burnley right where they were safely attended to by Arridge and then followed a fine burst of passing by the whole of the visiting line,, but Chadwick's effort to score was weak in the extreme. On the Burnley forwards attacking again Adams and Arridges were beaten, and Robertson who had not the slightest opposition to contend with over ran the ball, thereby losing a certain goal. A melee in the moth of goal was luckily cleared at the expense of an abortive corner, and then Hartley went off on his own account, sicking to the ball, and opposing backs as well until he reached a few yards of the goalmouth, where he unfortunately handled, and play settled down in midfield. Some capital work by Boyle again improved Everton's position but fearless tackling by Taylor caused a change of venue, and Livingstone shot in splendidly after a corner had been taken. Hillman only justed reached the shot and partially cleared, when Nicol banged it towards the net, only to find Arridge meeting it and driving it out of danger. Within the next few minutes both Chadwick and Bell had fairly even chances to score, but weakness attended both their efforts, and then Goldie was penalised twice for Handling place, junior which resulted on both occasions in severe pressure on the Everton goal. Taylor put the ball well in and a free kick in the goalmouth gave Hillman a rest for some little. Time. Meanwhile Hartley, Bell and Milward put in some fine touches of play, but getting round mClintock and Reynolds seemed impossible. Following a further return in the direction of Hillman. Arridge was considerably hampered and drove back to the custodian; but his kick reminded one of a forward attempting to score from a strong long kick. However, Hillman cleared all right, only to find the ball back again, though Goldie being at fault and with the ball in safe quarter. Half time was announced without a score. On resuming the Evertonians got off in grand style, and for the first few minutes had much the better of the exchanges. A bit of strategy by Adams prevented Robertson from testing Hillman, and immediately afterwards Reynould put the ball from a free kick into the net, it not having been touched by a player. From the goalkick there was a fine concerned movement by the Everton centre and right wing Latta made off and passed to bell, who parted immediately to Hartley, who shot hard in the ball passing just under the bar. This success fairly roused the Burnley men, and for some little time they hung dangerous round Hillman's charge. An opening was made for Robertson, but it was not accepted, and following a movement to the other end, Milward had the goal at his command, but shot straight at the custodian. Bowes had a chance to put his side on equal terms, but piloted indifferently and then Boyle deftly took the ball from Davidson's toe and that player was steadying for goal. Just at this juncture Boyle, Stewart, Adams, and Arridge, were putting in a great amount of defensive work, but still the home forwards were not to be denied, and again got well Dow, only to find their shooting at fault. A little later a miskick by McLintock almost let in Bell, but Reynolds ably covered the fault, and then Chadwick, Bell, and Latta indulged in some pretty passing, which resulted in Hartley kicking slightly wide of the upright. Up to the last minutes of the game, the Everton forwards ably fed by their halves. Kept up a persistence pressure, when Nicol, after many failures got away down the right, and parted to the centre of the field. There a looseness in the visitors play resulted in the ball bobbing about close to goal, and on it reaching Davidson, that player banged it into the net altogether out of Hillman's reach. Time was called directly afterwards, with the score Everton 1 goal Burnley 1.

EVERTON REVIEW
October 28 1895. The Liverpool mercury
The visit of the Everton team to Burnley on Saturday was productive of a good draw, for the capacity of the ground was fairly well tested, and the game, as is usual when these teams meet, ran on even lines throughout. It was remarkable in many respect. Nine-tenth of the play was carried on in close proximity to the halfway line, and in the first portion it was only at odd intervals that a spasmodic effort of a wing man resulted in one side or the other getting anywhere near the coverted line. Again, it was really astonishing how the players generally failed to pilot the ball to the net with any approached to accuracy where there was practically little of no opposition. In this latter defect both sets of forwards were at fault, and of the two the Burnleyities were the greater delinquents. The game was but a few minutes old when, as the result of a spirited dash by the home right, the outside man twice had the Everton custodian almost at his mercy, and it was really astonishing how the ball was not driven home. The methods adopted by the front lines were somewhat similar in character. The ball was kept fairly close, and it was mainly due to the magnificent defence that the score was not more substantial. Too much attention was bestowed upon the Burnley right by their halves, especially in the first portion of the game, and this had its deterrent effect fully demonstrated in the second half, when the other end of the line was both more speedy and effective. Wearing down one wing at the expense of an another is calculated to favour opponents of lengthy experience, and it told its tale in no uncertain manner after the change of ends. The Everton forwards were somewhat were somewhat loose at the outset, but it was distinctly noticeable that as the game progessed they improved, and during the last quarters of an hour of the first half nothing but the ill luck that attended their final effort could have prevented them from securing a satisfactory lead. After the resumption of play the home forwards were rarely allowed to get into dangerous position while on the other hand the Everton front through somewhat weak on the right wing played one of their best games, and their success was in no unmeasured degree attributable to the precise attention of their confrered immediately behind them, who also proved most capable exponents in the art of breaking up the Burnley combination. In this branch of play the Evertonians held a district lead, and as there was no apparent weakness in their work if the home trio, the display of the visitors was all more commendable. The fullback play by both teams were equally brilliant and it would have been a most difficult matter for the keenest observers to have noted a single point of superiority in the department, while the questions of goalkeeping left nothing to be desired. Coming to the players, and dealing with the Everton forwards, they must he complimented on their work more especially during the second half of the game. During this latter portion their movements reminded one of the games at Goodison Park against Notts Forest and Sheffield United, and what would have been the ultimate result but for the magnificent defence they were opposed to would have been a difficult problem to solve. Hartley supplemented a good all round performance by some of his old spirited dashes down the centre, and once during the first half,, after sticking to both ball and a couple of opponents, he was most unlucky in not being able to finish up in a manner his effort deserved. Chadwick and Bell, the inside me, though no actual fault could be found with them were nevertheless not at their best, but there were attendant circumstances that somewhat placed a barrier in their way. Latta was off colour and often beaten, and when in possession his final efforts were weak. But he was unfortunate in having to face Livingstone, the Burnley left half at his best. Chadwick came in for some rough usage about the legs early on, and no doubt this accounted for the poor quality of his shooting. Despite the fact that Milward was so assiduously marked he got through his work in creditable fashion, and frequently kept Place sen and Reynolds extended to their best form. He should however, have added a second goal shortly after his centre had scored the first, as he had a clear course, but shot straight at the custodian. Boyle adapted himself to Holt's position in a manner that delighted the Everton section of the crowd, and it can be safely said that he played his best game of the season. Robertson the Burnley cente forward, had little opportunity to make headway, allowed him by the tackling of the Everton skipper, who in addition was also successful in placing the ball to his forwards accurately and at the right moment. Stewart plodded along in his own ignitable cool style, and was second to none of the halfbacks on the field. His strong throwing in from touch was of immense serves to his side, and frequent side touches to his forwards were both pretty and effective. Goldie all round played a good game, but he must really learn to keep his hands off his opponents when tackling, as his penalties three or four times in the first half led without exception to incisive attacks upon Hillman's charge and with a less resourceful custodian it would not have been a difficult matter to foretell the result. This fault was however, unnoticed in the second half, and there was a distinct improvement in his play, which no doubt will warrant further trials. Adams and Arridge were simply peerless in their respective positions, the work of the latter especially in tackling being nothing short of excellent, while his partners heading in addition to sound tackling and clean kicking often spared the custodian's efforts. Hillman again played a brilliant game. He got a couple of shots away in the first half that would defeat nine out of ten goalkeepers, and strange to say, one was from one of his own backs, who was heavily pressed, and drove back to him along the ground more vigorously that was intended.

AN EXCITING FINISH AT BURNLEY
Athletic News- Monday, October 28, 1895
By Turf Moor
The lovers of football can always rely on witnessing an exciting game whenever Burnley and Everton enter the lists together, and the first meeting between the teams this season proved no exception to the rule. There was a good attendance at Turf Moor, there being somewhere about 8,000 people present. The conditions were not exactly favourable, still, taken altogether, there was little ground for compliant. The greatest possible interest was centred in the game, principally for the reason that Hillman and Tatham faced each other for the first time, the encounter being likened to that of old between David and Goliath, though to my mind the smile is not a particularly happy one. Some uncertainly had existed as to the composition of the home team, but as Espie had not sufficiently recovered to take his accustomed position, and as Place had benefited by the medial attention bestowed upon him, the eleven which drew with Preston turned out, the teams being;-
Burnley;- Tatham, goal; Reynolds and McLintock, backs; Place, Sen, Taylor, and Livingstone, half-backs; Nicol, Davidson, H. Robertson, Bowes, and Place, Jun, forwards. Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Bell, Latta, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward, forwards. Referee Mr. J. Lewis, Blackburn. The visitors with the slope in their favour, but with the wind against them, were the first to exert pressure, but the first real danger was threatened by Burnley, Hillman being quickly called on. Everton retaliated, however, and found the home backs some work, Tatham also having a chance of distinguishing himself. The ball travelled from one end to the other with remarkable rapidity, but the home attacking brigade were more frequently in the vicinity of the Everton goal than were the visitors’ forwards in front of the home fortress. Hillman had two or three awkward assaults to face. On one occasion the Burnley forwards got round the opposing backs in fine style, and it looked as though they would score, but the burly one rushed out and cleared, though only just in the very nick of time, while he also got the ball away in a desperate scrummage at the expense of a corner. The ex-Burnley man was called upon several times, while Tatham on the contrary, had very little to do. It must not be inferred that Everton did not occasion moments of anxiety. They played well, but the Burnley half-backs were all in good humour, and consequently only few shots were directed at the home goal, though one time Tatham saved a beauty at the expense of a corner. The best chance fell to the home forwards, whose shooting was anything but up to the mark. Nor was that of their opponents anything to go into ecstasiesabout. Do as they would neither side could score before the interval. Everton, however, on resuming at once gave the Burnley men to understand that they meant business, and altering their tactics, for about a quarter of an hour gave the locals no quarter. They were playing a very smart game, and the upshot of a capital piece of combination was a good goal to them at the end of about five minutes’ play, Hartley shooting into the net out of Tatham’s reach. After a while Burnley pulled themselves together and passed in their old well-known way, wresting corners in vain. There was not much between the teams on the play, though it must be conceded the visitors showed the more science. Most people had made up their minds that Burnley would have to knuckle under, and a good few left the ground, when just on the stroke of time success rewarded persistent efforts, and amid a scene of the wildest enthusiasm the ball was shot into the Everton net, completely beating Hillman. It was a near thing, as directly after the ball had been re-started from the centre Mr. Lewis signalled the game at an end, so that for the second time in the history of the clubs the match was drawn- one each. For excitement, the closing stages were only paralleled by the match in 1891, when Burnley at home pulled the game out of the fire in the last match. While I have seen better games on the Brunside ground, I have witnessed few that have been more stubbornly contested. The home side did not play so well forward as was expected-that is there was not so much method about their movements, while their shooting was poor. They had several chances at both ends. Burnley must be given the credit of having done more pressing than their opponents, as is shown by the fact that Hillman had fully twice as much employment as Tatham and but for his great strength and dash Burnley might easily have notched a couple in scrummage in which he was literally a giant. Everton played a more scientific game all through, and in the open were much superior to the locals. Still, Burnley, though a trifle lucky to draw as they did, would have been very unfortunate indeed if they had lost. Tatham did all that was required of him, and he was well supported by McLintock and Reynolds, who were, to say thinking, a better pair than those on the other side, while the half-back trio on their good behaviour, Taylor winning golden opinions, and Place did better than of late. It goes without saying that Livingstone was all there. The pick of the forwards were Place and Nicol, but the former was just a bit inclined to selfishness, while the latter, though playing a strong game, shot badly. Hillman, as already indicated, was a tower of strength to Everton, and Arridge was the best of the backs. The half backs were a fine trio, Stewart and Boyle greatly distinguishing themselves. But for this line, I think the issue would have been different. Of the forwards I can also speak in terms of praise. They were a very smart lot, and if their shooting had been as good as their general play the question is what would they not have done?  I liked Latta and Bell best as a wing, but Hartley struck me as a very good centre, while Chadwick and Milward certainly proved their worth.

EVERTON v BURNLEY
The Liverpool Daily Post- Monday, October 28, 1895
A vast amount of interest on Saturday. Cameron was unable, for business reasons, to occupy the centre position on behalf of Everton, Hartley being drafted into the team, whilst Bell partnered Latta on the wing, Holt was still unfit Goldie again doing duty. There was a rather strong breeze blowing and some 8,000 spectators were present, when Hartley started against the wind and with a powerful run facing them. The first attack was made by Burnley, Adams only partially relieving, and Robertson centring to Davidson, who was very slow in taking advantage of the opportunity, and allowed Hillman plenty of time to clear. A spirted attack was then made by Everton, Reynolds and McLintock being kept busy defending their charges. Stewart placed well into goal, and Bell was given an opening, but he could not reach the ball, and Tatham saved. The game was hotly contested Chadwick sending in a long shot which went the wrong side of the post. A prolonged attack by Everton followed, but the defence was particularly good. A rush by the home side caused hostilities to be fought but close to the Everton goal, Hillman running out in time to save a shot by Robertson. Some exciting play was witnessed hereabouts close on the Everton goal, and the fact that it escaped capture is ample testimony to the defence presented to the desperate attempts of the Burnley men to penetrate it. Boyle brought the pressure to a close, though at the expense of a corner. This was well cleared, but Burnley were very persistent in their attacks, the passing of the home forwards being at times a treat. A foul throw in by Burnley placed their goal in jeopardy, the ensuing free kick resulting in the ball being placed right into goal, but obstruction to the goalkeeper nullified the advantage. The game was fairly evenly divided, both trying hard to gain the mastery. Burnley forced a corner, McLintock putting in a splendid shot, Bowes supplementing this with another good attempt, but Hillman was too good in each case, Chadwick and Milward put in a nice bit of work, the latter especially distinguishing himself, but offside spoiled his chance. Good defensive work by Boyle, Adams, and Smart Arridge followed, and Nicholas sent in a beauty, which just missed. Latta, Hartley, and Bell passed splendidly along, but were tricked in the end by Reynolds, who, with fine judgement, broke up the combination. Burnley were now severely pressed, but the defence held out wonderfully well, and though a corner fell to Everton, nothing came of it, Milward shooting over. The Burnley forwards then dashed away with a splendid spurt, Taylor striking the cross-bar with a swift shot, Bowes charging Hillman without, however, having any effect. Burnley were now playing desperately hard, and the Everton half backs and custodian had to be very steady to prevent the downfall, Nicols had particularly hard lines with one shot, the ball crossing the goal and going just outside. Boyle displayed splendid tactics in the centre, and from a free kick Chadwick almost did the track. The game was suspended for a minute or two by any injury to Reynolds, who collided with Taylor, but he was able to resume. Goldie was the means of an attack on the Burnley goal, but no score came, there being too much finessing in front of goal for the shots to take effect. Burnley took up the attack, and aided by a foul throw in on the part of Goldie they made matters a trifle warm for the visiting defence. The gaol, however, escaped capture, and then Everton front rank passed down the field again in a beautiful concerted fashion, but again the defence proved impregnable. Everton were pressed, and Arridge was compelled to kick back to Hillman, a feat for which the custodian hardly seemed prepared and the ball travelling at a rapid rate almost went through. Luckily, however, Hillman got the ball away. A brief attack by Everton followed and then the visitors’ backs had to put forth their best efforts, the Burnley forwards being most persistent and energetic in their actions. One or two of the Burnley men paid special attention to Hillman, whom they did not fall to hustle at every available opportunity. At length, the presence was brought to a close, and Everton had a turn, but the shooting was again at fault, and there was only one shot by Chadwick that deserves notice. The game was of a real ding dong character, both sides playing for all they were worth, the defence on both sides constantly being severely tested. Everton attacked spiritedly towards the interval. Latta, Bell, and Hartley worked particularly hard. Burnley made a further raid, and a foul was given against Hillman close in, but the ball was driven over the line. At half time there was no score. Robertson restarted, the first onslaught coming om the visitors. Neither, however, came of the efforts and the opening play was some what tame compared to the initial half. Stewart, Milward and Chadwick livened matters up by some really clever work, and caused the Burnley defence some trouble, but the goal could not be captured. A free kick gave Burnley a chance, but Reynolds sent the ball into the net without touching a second player in its transit. From the goal kick Boyle served his forwards well, Latta dashing over and passing to Bell, who gave the ball at the right moment to Hartley, the latter scoring the first goal amid cheers from the crowd. Burnley did not by any means get disheartened at this reverse and made straight for the Everton goal, Adams however, repulsing them. The Everton left got away, and Reynolds missing his kick, Milward had a beautiful opening, but shot straight at Tatham, who cleared. Burnley now made a raid without result, after which the visitors again made progress, but bad shooting spoiled otherwise good work. The pace slowed down considerably, Everton were doing most of the pressing, but could not break through. A spurt by Nicol and Davidson was nicely frustrated by Boyle, who snicked in and robbed Nicol just when he was preparing to shoot. Burnley now seemed very determined, and hotly assailed the Everton charge time after time, but fortunately for Everton their defence was of the highest order, Hillman, Adams, and Arridge each performing grandly. A free kick to either side was exceeded, Burnley forcing a corner from Arridge, Davidson ultimately sending over the bar. Arridge twice repulsed dangerous invasions, but still Burnley were very persistent, Place having particularly hard line. Burnley at this stage were undoubtedly playing the best game, there being more method in their attack, but their shooting like that of the Everton men, was dreadfully at fault. Milward and Chadwick initiated a forward movement, but when Latta’s opportunity came he shot wide, Bell having a further abortive shie, Goldie put his forwards in possession, but little headway was made. The game continued exceedingly interesting right up to the finish, and within the last minute, amidst tumultuous cheering, Robertson equalised for Burnley. Result-A draw, 1 goal each. Teams;- Everton; Hillman, goal; Adams and Arridge, backs; Goldie, Boyle, and Stewart, half-backs; Latta, Bell, Hartley, Chadwick and Milward, forwards. Burnley; Tatham, goal; Reynolds, and McLintock, backs; Place, sen., Taylor and Livingstone, half backs; Nicol, Davidson, Robertson, Bowes, and Place, jun., forwards.

THE COMBINATION
The Liverpool Daily Post-Monday, October 28, 1895
EVERTON COMBIANTION v. CHESTER
This Combination match was played at Goodison Park on Saturday, the weather although fine, being cold, and the attendance being reckoned on the moderate side. 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, scene spirited work was done by the visitors’ half-backs, Farrall especially exerting himself to the utmost. Advancing to the attack, Meiklejohn finished a rasping move by shooting over the crossbar. After midfield play Kelso was passed, when McDonald came in evidence, but the ball was immediately returned to the centre, when after some fiddling tricks amongst the half backs, 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. Flewitt shot into Coventry’s hands, and then Everton forced a corner, give and take play following. Everton took another corner, and then Schofield sent in a splendid shot after being hampered. Half-time score;- Chester 1, goals, Everton nil.
Directly following the restart McInnes equalised and then with a capital shot he 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 over-whelming force a heavy attack was made on the Chester goal. Mainman, Flewitt and McInnes were in at the finish, when Coventry was floored after repelling several shots. Meanwhile the goal was packed with assistants 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. Teams; Everton Combination; Hiles, goal; McDonald and Storrier, backs; Kelso Meiklejohn, and Elliott, half-backs; Reay, McInnes, Mainman, Flewitt, and Schofield, forwards. Chester; Coventry, goal; W. Wilson and H. Jones, backs; Turner, Farrell, and Astbury, half-backs; W. Lewis, Catsby, Worgan, Spencer, and B. Lewis, forwards.

BURNLEY v  EVERTON
Burnley Express- Wednesday 30 October 1895
A TIGHT FIT AT TURF MOORE
Burnley and Everton have ever been well matched. The Toffeeites can claim an advantage on the number of wins, and also on the number of goals scored in League matches, but as showing how evenly they have been matched it need only be stated that on nine occasions the issue has been decided by one goal, and on three the teams have drawn, twice with the score one each and once two goals each. A great deal of interest was centred in the first meeting this season between the rivals, mainly owing to the fact that Hillman would appear against his old comrades and thus afford people an opportunity of instituting a comparison between the old love and the new. The weather om Saturday was not exactly of the most favourable description, but at the same time it was not the reverse, though a cold easterly wind prevailed. The ground consequent on the recent rain was a trifle heavy, but its condition, considering the circumstances, was splendid. There would be about 8,000 people present, the receipts amounting to £190. Espie was not considered fit, and as Place was declared to be in better health the Burnley eleven was composed of exactly the same players as did duty at Deepdale. The teams were;- Burnley-Tatham, Reynolds, McLintock, Place, senr., Taylor, Livingstone, Nicol, Davidson, H. Robertson, Bowes, and Place, jun. Everton; Hillman, Adams, Arridge, Goldie, Boyle, Stewart, Latta, Bell, Hartley, Chadwick, and Milward. Mr. Lewis, of Blackburn, was the referee. Burnley won the toss, and decided on availing themselves of the wind, but this involved the facing of the slop and operating with the sun in their faces. Everton were the first to attack, but their innings was of brief duration. Burnley retaliated, and really threatened the first serious danger, Hillman having to save from Davidson. Then the visitors had a spell, causing some tough work for the Burnley defence, Tatham and Reynolds distinguishing themselves. However, Burnley got away in capital style, the whole of the forwards, who had the ball in turn, getting behind the Everton backs. Hillman came to the rescue. He realised out and cleared, though there was a considerable element of luck about it. Before a minute had elapsed a desperate struggle took place under the Everton crossbar. Hillman coming through the scrimmage and saving at the expense of a corner. Still Burnley pressed, and Hillman again rushed out and kicked away a fine return from one of the Burnley backs. If he had remained at home the probability is that one of the right wingers would have scored. The ex-Burnley man was several times requisitioned. Tatham at the other end was not greatly taxed, though he had occasionally to exert himself. Once he served at the expense of a corner. The home forwards were frequently on the attack, and two or three nice chances presented themselves, but the shooting was not of the best, though Nicol sent a couple of fast shots just behind. Everton got off in ominous fashion several times, but their advances were checked on the majority of instances by the half backs and backs, who were playing a good game. The hottest work took place in front of Hillman, who saved in scrimmages. Taylor sent the ball against the crossbar, whence it dropped in front, and Hillman was charged by Robertson. Later on Robertson again, amidst laughter, grassed Hillman, and just before the close Bowes went for Hillman, who got a free kick against the Burnley player. On another occasion a free kick was given against Hollman in the goal month for fouling Bowes. Though Burnley pressed hardest they could not score. At the interval not a goal had been got. On resuming Everton went off in the most spirited fashion, and it was evident they meant to make a bold bid for victory. It was during the first ten minutes or quarter of an hour that the Everton forwards were seen at their very best. Play had not been in progress more than five minutes when some capital work by Latta and Bell culminated in Hartley shotting into the Burnley net, the shot giving Tatham, in the opinion of the majority, no chance. For a few minutes Everton continued to keep the upper hand, though Burnley put on several pressure, but the forwards failed to utilise three or four chances, Bowes, Place, Nicol, and Davidson shooting either wide or over the bar when there were splendid openings. Tatham had not much to do, in fact, he was only called upon three times to defend his goal during the whole of the second stage. After about 20 minutes’ play Burnley held a distinct advantage. They were persistent in their attacks, but there was little method about them, and the shooting continued to be poor, generally speaking, though they found Hillman some work occasionally. In the last quarter of an hour the home side wrested corners and obtained free kicks close in, but these were fruitless. Everton also gained a corner or two and had a free kick, but Burnley continued to press the most. The Everton defence, however, was equal to every emergency, though the ball at times went against opponents’ legs. Most people were reconciled to a defeat, and a great many left the ground before the expiration of time. On the point of time a tremendous shout told those who had left that something had happened. H. Robertson hot his foot to the ball about five yards from goal, and with considerable force sent it flying into the net the ball striking the crossbar in its course. This success was hailed with frantic delight by the crowd. This happened within a second or two of time, as immediately the ball had been re-started Mr. Lewis blew the whistle, the match thus ending in a draw- one goal each. The match was well contested all through, but it was not a good one from a scientific point of view. In this respect Everton were superior. Burnley exerted considerably more pressure than their opponents. No better proof of this could be found than the fact that Hillman, who was literally a giant in some of the scrimmage, had twice as much employment at Tatham. Everton had more of the play in the open, but Burnley’s periods of pressure were more persistent and prolonged. On the whole there was very little to choose. By far the most and best chances fell to the home forwards, who never did worse in the shooting line; even Nicol, who accuracy can usually be relied upon, could not get anywhere near the target when he had the best opportunities. If Burnley had availed themselves of a small percentage of their chances they would have won easily. The Everton forwards, whose shooting on the whole was quite as poor as Burnley’s did not get so many opportunities, because the Burnley backs, who were on their best behaviour, were ever on the alert. Consequently Tatham had very little to do, but two or three of his saves were good ones. The Burnley backs were superior to those of Everton, though Arridge played a good game. The Burnley half backs also came out of the ordeal with credit, though I think the Everton trio were the better line. Taylor acquitted himself with the utmost credit, Place showed an improvement, and Livingstone was as smart as usual. Place and Nicol were the pick of the hard-working forwards. They sadly lacked combination as a rule, however, Robertson’s final feat won him many encomiums, for it was of immense value to his side. Burnley may consider themselves lucky to draw as they did, on the very stroke of time, but they would have been very unfortunate if they had lost, for they richly deserved the draw of nothing more. Taking the game all in all the verdict about represents the play.