BOBBY PARKER ON TRANSFER LIST
Sunday Post - Sunday 01 April 1923
Another old Glasgow favourite is also for disposal—the ex-Ranger. Bobby Parker, now with Notts Forest F.C., who has been in English football for several years. Everton secured him from the Light Blues after a keen chase, in which many clubs took part, and at Goodison Park Bobby made good. . When resumed after the war, in which was severely injured, he did not touch quite his old standard of form, and few seasons ago, while leading London club was chasing him, the  Foresters chipped in and induced him —he was then on Everton’s transfer list —to sign for them. This season he has not played regularly in the League team, but he is still a very capable player, who should have little difficulty in finding another club.

BEE’S NOTES
Liverpool Echo- Tuesday, April 1 1924
Everton go to play the Cup finalists at Newcastle. Everton will probably line out in this order;- Harland; Raitt, Livingstone; Brown, McBain, Hart; Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, Troup.

NEWCASTLE UNITED 3 EVERTON 1
April 3 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury.
EVERTON BEATEN
LIVINGSTONE "BARRACKED" AT NEWCASTLE.
Newcastle United were good value for their victory by 3 goals to 1, over Everton in the return match at St. James's Park, last evening. If only for the reason that they accepted their chances better than Everton. In actual play there was little to choose between the sides, but what advantage there was lay in United's persistency against a really clever line of Goodison halves. For a long time in the first half Everton were able to frustrate all Newcastle's moves, and as the Tynesiders showed the same reluctance to go the full distance play was scrappy. But when, after sixteen minutes, Chadwick gave Everton the lead more vim was imparted in the Cup finalists' methods, and once the lead was recovered there was never any great danger of it being lost, despite some strenuous efforts by the Merseysiders in the last quarter of an hour. BRILLIANT FOOTWORK.
It was a fast, open game, with many pieces of brilliant footwork, but at times some very mediocre play was produced, and in this respect Everton were chiefly concerned especially in the matter of finishing. Admittedly they had hard lines, twice of thrice in hitting the woodwork, but even so, chances were wasted for want of promptness in shooting. This was where Spencer proved his worth, and Cock had a very lean time against the youngster. Cock once did net the ball after Newcastle's second goal, but he was obviously offside. There were several outstanding incidents, one being when the referee gave a free kick against Newcastle inside the penalty area after Hudspeth had fallen on the ball and was surrounded. There was no, foul, and the only possible decision was a throw down. Then Livingstone came in for a bad quarter of an hour when Aitken, who had gone centre for Harris, who was limping, broke through and was very badly tipped. The Everton player was spoken to by the referee and subsequently "barracked" by the crowd. Harland was knocked out and had to be carried off when Newcastle scored their second goal, Raitt meanwhile filling the breach, but Harland was able to resume after the interval. SAVED BY BACKS.
Chadwick's opening goal was a very clever effort from a pass by Troup after both he and Irvine hit the crossbar. Gibson equaliser came from a free kick for a total unnecessary foul on Seymour, the ball coming out of the net again. There was no disputing this point, as was the case when Harris scored the second, just before the interval. Aitken had centred, and Seymour headed in for Harland to punch out. Harris shot, and then it was seen that the goalkeeper was laid out. Everton protested strongly, but Referee Johnson, of Sheffield was adamant. In the second half, Everton were subjected to such pressure and were well saved by their backs and McBain. Harland completely misjudged a long cross shot from Seymour which, struck the upright and glanced into the net. Then it was that Everton exerted considerable pressure, but despite numerous corners, Newcastle's defence was quite firm. Chadwick, Irvine, Troup, McBain, and Raitt were the pick of the visitors side, and Newcastle's defence Spencer, Mooney, and Harris were outstanding for the winners. Newcastle United: - Mutch, goal, Russell, and Hudspeth, backs, Mooney, Spencer, and Gibson, half-backs, Aitkens, Cowans, Harris, McDonald, and Seymour, forwards. Everton: - Harland, goal, Raitt, and Livingstone, backs, Brown, McBain, and Hart (captain), half-backs, Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, and Troup, forwards.

LEAGUE VICTORY AT LAST
North Mail and Newcastle Chronicle, Thursday, April 3, 1924
UNITED’S FIRST WIN SINCE EARLY IN JANUARY
EVERTON CONQUERED
By Hereward.
Newcastle United broke their long run of failures in League games, yesterday evening, when they won their first game in the competition since January 5, beating Everton by three goals to one in the presence of 12,000 spectators at St. James’s Park. On the run of the play it may at once be said that the score rather exaggerates the superiority of the home team, for Everton had a good deal of the best of the second half, and at least deserved a goal. Their finish was not equal to their midfield excellence, however, and a strong Newcastle defence proved equal to all demands. Mutch did get more employment than he has had in recent games, however, and made some smart saves, while Hudspeth was again the best back on the field. Russell, though he gave Troup too much rope at times, was not a source of weakness, and the half-backs were a particularly strong line, all three doing well. The same can be said of the attack, where Aitken remains the enigma. I still maintain he is at his best in an inside position. Once he changed places with Harris yesterday his irresolution vanished, and he was quite a serviceable leader. Everton’s forwards were all right until they got within shooting range, and the best of their halves was Hunter. Neither of the backs was impressive, but Harland kept goal well, though he might have shaped better at Gibson’s goal. The spectators received their intimation that Harris and Cowan had been chosen for Scotland through the medium of a notice board sent round the ground, and the announcement was greeted with hearty applause. Those who feared that the play would be tame were soon reassured, for neither side showed any tendency to take an easy and the opening stages were bright and interesting.
EVERTON TAKE THE LEAD
Neither side made the most of their chances, but Newcastle were the worst sinners. They shot feebly and at long range, while on one occasion either Cowan or Aitken had only to touch a cross from Seymour into the net, and both failed; indeed they spoiled each other. Chadwick gave a forestate of what might be expected from Everton with a great drive which struck the bar, and it was he who gave the visitors the lead 15 minutes after the start. Irvine hooked the ball in front of goal and Chadwick’s head bobbed up a fraction of a second in front of Hudspeth to turn the ball into the net between Mutch and the upright. Cock shot another shortly afterwards but he was clearly offside. It took Newcastle exactly the same time to wipe out their arrears. Seymour was fouled by Brown way out on the touch line, and Gibson exacted retributed by driving the ball into the net from free-kick at 40 yards range. Harland clean missed the ball and though Livingstone promptly drove it up the field he was a yard over the line when he kicked it,three minutes off the interval, Newcastle took the lead. Aitken was just onside when he raced through to take a forward pass, and from his centre there was a scramble in goal, which resulted in Harris touching the ball into the net with Harland prostrate. It was soon obvious that Harland was badly hurt, for Harris had to go and pick him up and he was finally carried off by the two trainers, Raitt going in goal. The players told me at the interval that Harland struck his head against Harris’s knee as he went for the ball, but he recovered during the interval and was able to turn out again when play was resumed. He had quite an easy time, however, for Everton took command of the game after the interval, and were much more aggressive for a long period. During their pressure Mutch made one fine save from Irvine, but apart from this the home defence was usually equal to all claims. Harris had gone outside right, with Aitken in the middle, and the latter was much more effective here than he had been previously. It was from a pass by him that Seymour scored the third goal for Newcastle. Aitken put the ball well out, and Seymour ran a few yards before sending in a shot which struck the far post and glanced into the net. Aitken was sailing away for a goal on his own a few minutes later, when he was badly tripped by Livingstone, and on this occasion the punishment did not fit the crime, for Cowan, in trying to place the ball to Seymour, put it into touch. Newcastle United; Mutch; Russell, Hudspeth; Mooney, Spencer, Gibson; Aitken, Cowan, Harris, McDonald, Seymour. Everton; Harland; Raitt, Livingstone; Brown, McBain, Hart (Captain); Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, Troup.

EVERTON BEATEN
The Liverpool Echo- Thursday, April 3, 1924
Newcastle United were good value for their victory by 3 goals to 1, over Everton in the return match at St. James’s Park, last evening, if only for the reason that they accepted their chances better than Everton. In actual play there was little to choose between the sides, but what advantage there was lay in United’s persistency against a really clever line of Goodison halves. For a long time in the first half Everton were able to frustrate all Newcastle’s moves, as the Tynesiders showed the same reluctance to go the full distance play was scrappy. But when, after sixteen minutes, Chadwick gave Everton the lead more vim was imparted in the Cup finalists’ methods. And once the lead was recovered there was never any great danger of it being lost, despite some strenuous efforts by the Merseysiders in the last quarter of an hour.
BRILLIANT FOOTWORK
It was as fast, open game, with many pieces of brilliant footwork, but at times some very mediocre play was produced, and in this respect Everton were chiefly concerned, especially in the matter of finishing. Admittedly they had hard lines twice or thrice in hitting the woodwork, but even so, chances were wasted for want of promptness in shooting. This was where Spencer proved his worth, and Cock had a very lean time against the youngster. Cock once did net the ball after Newcastle’s second goal, but he was obviously offside. There were several outstanding incidents, one being when the referee gave a free kick against Newcastle inside the penalty area after Hudspeth had fallen on the ball and was surrounded. There was no foul, and the only possible decision was a throw down. Then Livingstone came in for a bad quarter of an hour when Aitken, who had gone centre for Harris, who was limping, broke through and was very badly tripped. The Everton player was spoken to by the referee and subsequently “barracked” by the crowd. Harland was knocked out and had to be carried off when Newcastle scored their second goal, Raitt meanwhile filling the breach, but Harland was able to resume after the interval.
SAVED BY THE BACKS
Chadwick’s opening goal was a very clever effort from a pass by Troup after both he and Irvine had hit the crossbar. Gibson’s equaliser came from a free kick for a total unnecessary foul on Seymour, the ball coming out of the net again. There was no disputing this point, as was the case when Harris scored the second, just before the interval. Aitken had centred, and Seymour headed in for Harland to punch out. Harris shot, and then it was seen that the goalkeeper was laid out. Everton protested strongly, but Referee Johnson, of Sheffield was adamant. In the second half, Everton were subjected to much pressure and were well saved by their backs and McBain. Harland completely misjudged a long cross shot from Seymour, which struck the upright and glanced into the net. Then it was that Everton exerted considerable pressure, but despite numerous corners, Newcastle’s defence was quite firm. Chadwick, Irvine, Troup, McBain, and Raitt were the pick of the visiting side, and Newcastle’s defence, Spencer, Mooney and Harris, were outstanding for the winners.

CARDIFF AT FULL STRENGTH FOR EVERTON
Liverpool Echo - Friday 04 April 1924
Bee’s Notes
Since they drew with Cardiff last weekend, Everton have suffered a rather heavy reverse at the hands of the Cup finalists Newcastle United. I do not take it as any criterion for the result of to-morrow’s game, however, because Newcastle are in a very heartened mood, and the prospect of winning the Cup ought to give any team the wish to do well against a side that has not gone so far in the same competition. With that ambition granted, and home ground to boot, Newcastle was a very stiff stile to get over. Cardiff, however, are now on a different plane altogether from what they were only a few weeks ago. Then they were going strong for the Cup; and not only that, but they were bidding fair to make a double event and win the League. However, they had a relapse. The Cup has as much interest for them as it has for Everton this season, and they have small hopes of winning the League.
A GOOD CHANCE
On paper, Everton’s chances are good for to-morrow. They played an unchanged team, which spells strength in itself. Cardiff have made one important change, and that due to the recovery of Joe Clennell, who comes in again at his usual place at inside left. This brings the side up to full strength. There is sure to be a special welcome for the popular ex-Evertonian. He has done the Welsh side a power of good since he went there, and one can but sense the pangs of regret that crop up now and again that he was ever allowed to leave Merseyside. However, each player has his own niche to fill, and while we see Clennell against us to-morrow, we think none the less of him for that. The teams will line out at 3.15 in the following order;- Harland; Raitt, Livingstone; Brown, McBain, Hart; Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, Troup. Cardiff City; Farquharson; Nelson, Blair; Wake, Keenor, Hardy; Lawson, Gill, L. Davies, Clennell, J. Evans.

EVERTON REPORT REFEREE
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, April 5, 1924
Bee’s Notes
I hear that Everton were more than disappointed with the way they were treated at Newcastle by the referee, and have reported the matter to headquarters. The referee in charge of the Newcastle game was Mr. Johnson, of Sheffield.

SHEFFIELD UNITED RES v.  EVERTON RES
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, April 5 1924
CENTRAL LEAGUE
Both clubs fielded strong sides, and there was a good attendance when Everton kicked off. The start was a sensational one, for Taylor, the United centre forward, receiving a pass from the left wing, ran straight through and beat Fern in the first minute. Fourteen minutes later the same player, who was shooting brilliantly, repeated the move, and Everton became two goals down. The United half-backs and forwards were passing splendidly, showing fine combination, whereas Everton, although by swinging the ball about they often kept play in the home team’s half were rarely dangerous. Several times they looked like getting through, but offside spoiled them. Wall was the biggest offender in this respect, David Reid was working hard at centre-half, but his forwards seemed unable to get going. McCourt was the outstanding half-back on the field, and Forbes and Houghton were able to do little against him on the right wing. Half-time; Sheffield United Reserves 2, Everton Res 0

A BRILLIANT EXHIBITION AT GOODISON PARK
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, April 5, 1924
40,000 SPECTATORS SEE FOOTBALL AS IT SHOULD BE PLAYED
THANKS TO EVERTON & CARDIFF
BEE’S REPORT
Everton; Harland; Raitt, Livingstone; Brown, McBain, Hart (Captain); Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, Troup. Cardiff City; Farquharson; Nelson, Blair; Wake, Jenkins, Hardy; Lawson, Gill, L. Davies, Clennell, J. Evans. Cardiff to-day brought a lot of people together at Goodison Park. Everyone was agreed that Cardiff had been unfortunate, to say that least of it, in their League quest, in their gifts of players to the country’s call, and in losing such a stalwart as Herby Evans. Kennor is their latest “fall,” but the Welsh side hoped to win and thus get a fresh hold on the League chart. It was asking a big thing. Was it too much? See below for the answer. It was one of the best attendances of the season, one of the best days, even though it was misty, and the Welshmen present made merry with their admirable songs and quartets. Among the Welsh officials I noticed the ever popular Mr. W.J. Parry and his enthusiastic relative, plus a wee dog that is to be a mascot. Everton kicked off, and play at once went on the right where Brown was prominent. McBain tried to repeat his West Ham tactics in the shooting department, but this time was quite out of touch with the goal area. Still, it showed willing, and in these days of few goals, it was good to see the effort.
A SUBTLE COUPLE
Clennell was cheered for a wonderful bit of dribbling, but there followed an astounding pairing off on the part of Chadwick and Troup, who passed and re-passed with subtlety and sureness. It was grand football and deserved more than the corner that came from it. Cardiff reserve wing half opened badly against the home left, who did just what they liked with Wake. Nelson was at the start the better back of the two, and had a lot of work to attend to. For twenty minutes it was one of the most exciting games that have been seen on the ground. Hard, clean football was the order, and the rival partisans, who made up a crowd of 40,000 spectators, cheered on their respective friends. For a time Everton more than held their own, and Irvine, with useful solos and an occasional shot, together with first-time efforts by Brown and Chadwick, made big danger, added to which there was a mistake by Blair that nearly meant hi scoring against his own side.
GILL THRICE FURSTATED
Then Cardiff took up the running and shaped forcefully and well. Gill was the storming forward on the Welsh side. First of all, after a throw in to Len Davies, Gill set sail for goal, when McBain intervened very cleverly. Again Gill was well placed, but shot, the ball hitting McBain’s arm, and the cry of “Penalty” being ignored. A third time Gill tried to score, this time with a header from a takeable centre by Lawson, and the ball went for a corner, after Chadwick had fallen back to help to clear the trouble. Everton were a long time making a response to this powerful attack, and when they did have something to say in the attacking department, Chedgzoy shot at goal, sweeping the ball right across the goalmouth. The first injury was that which came to Jenkins at centre-half, when he wrenched his right knee through getting in the way of big Chadwick. Lawson put in some lovely hanging centres, and Clennell was a second too late to convert one of them. Everton afterwards took up the running more strongly, and they played delightful football into the bargain without finishing off their work. Even so, Chadwick made one hot and strong drive with the right foot, and Farquharson caught the ball surely.
THE REFEREE ERRS.
An ankle tap was one of the star turns offered by Cock and appreciated by the crowd, and when Cock, Irvine and Chedgzoy made a three-in-one movement Farquharson had to punch Chedgzoy’s centre out and over the bar. Irvine heading from the corner and being followed similarly by Chadwick. Shon Evans, the Bala boy,  once feinted four times without touching the ball, after which the good referee operating, Mr. Prince-Cox, of London, admitted his error when he gave a foul for hands against Hart, the linesman having a better view of the situation and being relied upon. The full backs on either side tried to keep the ball in play, the game being clean and wholesome and played as it should be.
NO SCORE AT INTERVAL
Just before the interval Hart was hurt through the ball being crashed against his ribs. However, he recovered, and half-time arrived without any rate. Half-time; Everton 0, Cardiff 0
CLENNELL’S VIEW
Seen at half-time, Joe Clennell, whose opinion everyone’s respects, and that it was a treat to play in today’s game, and that this was the first time since Boxing Day that they had been “allowed” to play the real game. Everton began the second half in a different manner from that in which they played in the first half. Where they had been lacking in punch they now showed up with first-time shots. Cock went right up and drove in a fast ball that Farquharson hit up over the bar and Troup followed with a grand first-time drive that unfortunately passed wide. After this, Troup made a lovely centre, and Farquharson, after saving, was forced to kick out, and was indeed a bit lucky to have second chance of clearing. Brown sent wide, probably through fearing he would damage McBain, who had also gone in to shoot. On Monday, by the way, at the ground, at three o’clock, St Francis Xavier’s and the Collegiate will meet, and there is promise of further good, clean football. Lawson and Nelson each jarred a foot, but continued to play, and the former, probably through over eagerness, missed something like a sitter when the ball was crossed from the extreme left. Len Davies, like the Welsh left wing, was not often seen, and similarly, although Hardy had a tight rein on Chedgzoy. Irvine had been one of the strongest forwards in dribble and in opening out play. Cock was checked right in front of goal by Blair, who after a shaky start had found his real international form. Play had slowed down a little, which was only natural, as the pace of the first half had been a cracker. The air being rather sultry, it was not a Christmas cracker.
A BATCH OF INJURIES
After a foul had been given against Irvine, Clennell and Harland collided, and the goalkeeper hurt his arm, while Raitt, in collision with Len Davies, hurt his right thigh, Cock was also hurt at this moment, and it was good to see the comradeship existing on and off the field by which Trainer Lathom, of Cardiff, went to the home centre’s assistance. The crowd was yearning for a goal, and got on their toes when Clennell were near. Gill was bothered by Livingstone. Chedgzoy had a shot blocked by Blair, and Cock made a solo effort and showed perfect control and a perfect pull-back that was not timed correctly by Chedgzoy. Final; Everton 0, Cardiff 0.

EVERTON 0 CARDIFF CITY 0
April 7, 1924. The Daily Courier.
GREAT FOOTBALL BUT NO GOALS.
HATS OFF TO CARDIFF AND EVERTON!
By Adams.
Some of the most delightful football seen in Liverpool this season was served up by Cardiff City and Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday. There were no goals, but I venture the assertion that the majority of the great crowd of spectators present –Welsh and English –went away satisfied with a game, which was a credit to two clean, clever, sporting sides. In a sense, Everton may be accounted unlucky that they did not annex both points. Only that old fatal defect of weak finishing robbed them of victory, but in extenuation it may be said that the forwards were up against a dour, relentless defence that permitted no license. The City half-back line, in which the amateur Jenkins played vice the injured Keenor gave a splendid display, and it was due to their pertinacity in watching the Blues' inside men that the end of the first half saw their goal inviolate, for the opening 45 was distinctly Everton's. Praise must also be accorded to Nelson and Blair,
who were a resolute pair of backs, and kicked a remarkable length at times.

A BEWILDERING WING.
It was not long before we saw one outstanding feature demonstrated –that the wing work of Troup and Chadwick was f such brilliance that it was likely to prove the determining factor in the game. That it was not so was due principally to the fact that Chadwick's final shot were unaccountably wide, or his transfer to Cock blocked by ever-watchful defenders. Troup, too was rather prone to shot from narrow angles, although his tricky work leading up to the efforts evoked much applause and laughter. There were times when it seemed certain the visitors' goal was about to fall notably in one siege in the first half, when Irvine, Brown, and Chadwick, all fired in hot shots and Blair all but beat his own goalkeeper. It must not be though that the Welshmen were confined to defence, however, for there were several movements, which developed danger of Harland. As in Everton's case these were usually initiated by the wingers. VETERANS.
Taking Cardiff individually, the veteran Hardy was a great worker, and Wake deputising for Herbie Evans, improved upon his Ninian Park display. The Amateur Jenkins tackled heroically, and gave a bright show. Of the forwards, the popular Bala man. "Shon" Evans, showed speed remarkable for one whose thinning thatch spoke eloquently of long service, but Clennell seemed to have lost some of his resiliency. Len Davies impressed one as being a trifle slow, and Gill was erratic, Lawson was well held by Hart. Whereas Chedgzoy showed signs of staleness, his partner Irvine was not only the best attacker, but was the man on the field, touching top form, from Cock seemed to tire in the closing stages of a strenuous game, and Chadwick had apparently lost his shooting boots. McBain was a resourceful half, and Brown was solid rather than scintillating. Hart opened shakily, but finished in great style. The City backs were a trifle better than Everton's but both International goalkeepers had an easy afternoon, which point to the general sturdiness of the penultimate lines. Teams: - Everton: - Harland, goal, Raitt, and Livingstone, backs, Browm McBain and Hart (captain), half-backs, Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, and Troup, forwards. Cardiff City: - Farquharson, goal, Nelson, and Blair, backs, Wake, E. Jenkins, and Hardy, half-backs, Lawson, Gill, Len Davies, Clennell, and J. Evans, forwards.

SHEFFIELD UNITED RESERVES 2 EVERTON RESERVES 1
April 7, 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury
CENTRAL LEAGUE
Sheffield United's strong reserves gained a sound success over Everton's second string, at Bramall-lane, and though the final margin was only one goal. United had most of the play during the opening half. In that time Taylor scored twice for them. Fern being helpless against shots at great speed and along the ground. In the second half Everton gained a lucky goal, parry who was showing a fine speed at outside right, raced past Halliwell, and lobbed the ball over Plant's head, so that it bounced between him and Blackwell. The latter hesitated, and the ball bounced over his shoulder and found the net.

EVERTON "A" 4 MANOR PARK 3.
April 7, 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury
LIVERPOOL COUNTY COMBINATION.
This match played on Everton's ground, was chiefly noticeable for some bad finishing on the part of Everton, who, if they had accepted some of the very easy chances that came their way would probably have reached double figures. The game was fairly even all though, but the visitors' forwards finished off their attacks better, and even more dangerous when in front of goal than their opponents, Macey however kept a good goal. Victory went to the better side on the day's play. Everton's scorers being Jones (2), Weir, and Rooney, while the visitors goals were scored by Holland and Platt (2).

CITY SHOW IMPROVED FORM
Western Mail - Monday 07 April 1924
EVERTON 0 CARDIFF CITY 0
If any further evidence were needed of the popularity of Cardiff City it was amply provided at Goodison Park on Saturday. The record they held as league leaders no doubt made them a good gate-drawing proposition for several months, but during the past six weeks misfortune has smitten them, and as they had not won a game for well over a month the fact that over 40,000 spectators paid £2,400 for admission is a remarkable testimony of what Lancashire thinks of the gallant Welshmen. And what a wholehearted and thrilling reception they gave the City! I have not heard anything like it on any ground this season. It is true several thousand North Walians, who, prior to the kick-off, gave some magnificent rendering of patriotic Welsh airs, helped to swell the chorus of applause that greeted Jimmy Blair and his men, but there was no mistaking that the welcome was general. From all parts of the ground a terrific cheer, which lasted for two or three minutes, went up. The Everton players who were the first out, must have noticed the difference in the warmth of the reception accorded them and their opponents. The game itself was worthy of the great interest it aroused. From start to finish it was a thrilling struggle, in which a maximum of brilliant football was served up. Everton were unquestionably the more aggressive side, especially during the second half, but the wonderful defence which the City put up earned for them, and deservedly so, a valuable point. The City’s achievement was all the more praiseworthy when it is remembered that they lacked the services of their brilliant pivot, Kennor, who pulled a leg muscle in the Welsh Cup tie with Newport County the previous Monday. His place was taken by Eddie Jenkins, the Welsh amateur international, to whom a special word of praise is due for the efficient manner in which he acquitted himself. In the Everton forward line there are noted names, and a tremendous responsibility rested on the shoulders of the Cardiff amateur, but he betrayed no sign of “nerves.” In fact, he entered into the fray with such whole-heartedness, and was such a sticker that the splendid understanding which usually characteristic the work of the City defence was never upset.
CITY PLAYER INJURED
In the first half the City forwards played beautiful football, and were far more thrustful than in recent games, but in the second half Denis Lawson aggravated an old injury to the leg, and as a result the whole line became disorganised. Lawson showed commendable pluck in holding on to the end, but he could hardly raise a gallop. This injury will probably keep the Scottish international out of the team for the remainder of the season. It was a stroke of very bad luck for the City, as prior to the interval Lawson and Gill were continually threatening the Everton goal, and more than once came within an ace of bringing about its downfall. In the second half Lawson seldom got over such accurate centres as he did before the interval. From one of these Clennell might have scored, whilst Gill twice had great shots charged down in the luckiest fashion imaginable. The City inside right also nearly headed a centre by Lawson into the net. The Cardiff goal, though often assailed never came so near surrendering during this period as did Everton’s. although Farquharson had to be very alert to divert a deceptive dropping shot by Chedgzoy, which was obviously intended for a centre, and a terrific drive by Chadwick.
SENSATIONAL PLAY.
The second half opened sensationally, and it looked long odds on Cardiff’s goal falling, although had it done so a great injustice would have been done, Chadwick and Troup got away, and the last-named centred in the most erratic manner yards behind his forwards. Chedgzoy, however, doubled back and returned the ball into the goal mouth. In order to get it under control Cock was seen deliberately to handle, but the referee allowed the incident to pass unnoticed. The next second, from five yards’ range, Cock flashed in a vicious rising drive, which Farquharson, by almost uncanny anticipation and judgement, lifted over the crossbar for a corner. It was a brilliant save and undoubtedly spared Cardiff from defeat, although, as I have said, Cock should have been penalised before he got in the shot. Soon after that Lawson was injured, and with the City attack appreciably reduced in effectiveness Everton stormed the Cardiff goal most persistently. But their determined efforts only served to bring out the finest qualities of the City defence. In which Blair fittingly enough gave a magnificent lead. The Cardiff captain can have played few better games in the whole of his career. Determination was written all over his face, and he tackled and volleyed with unerring judgement and resolution all through. Well as Blair played he was not one wit more sound, however, then Nelson and as a pair the Cardiff backs were immeasurably superior to Raitt and Livingstone.
A GOOD DEFENCE
Farquharson in the City goal had far more to do than Harland, and he did it well. He has developed a much better understanding with his backs than was the case earlier in the season, whilst he handled everything cooly and confidently. The City’s intermediate line also excelled. It was a sheer delight to watch Billy Hardy, who was easily the best half-back on view, and was immensely popular with the crowd. He was a great worker, and Chedgzoy could make no headway against him. Hardy has again struck his best form. To Eddie Jenkins, who worried Cock continually, and shadowed him effectively, I have already referred, whilst Wake completed the line. This lad has the makings of a really great half-back, and his only fault is that he does not always get rid of the ball to the best advantage. Still, with experience he will go far. Generally speaking, the work of the City forwards was far more convincing than it has been of late, and prior to Lawson’s injury the line compared more than favourably with Everton’s, Gill will soon be adding to his quota of goals if he continues to play with the grit he did in this game. Len Davies led the line well, although McBain stuck to him like a lech, whilst Clennell and Jack Evans before the interval were as good a flank as any on view. The best of the Everton forwards were Troup and Irvine. Teams;- Cardiff City; Farquharson; Nelson and Blair (Captain); Wake, E. Jenkins, and Hardy; Lawson, Gill, Len Davies, Clennell, and Evans (J). Everton; Harland; Raitt and Livingstone; Brown, McBain and Hart (Captain); Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, and Troup. Referee; Mr. A.J. Prince-Cox, London.

AGAIN NOT A GOAL
The Athletic News- Monday, April 7, 1924
CARDIFF CITY’S TRIUMPHANT DEFENCE IN KEEN GAME
EVERTON’S INTERVENERS
EVERTON 0 CARDIFF CITY 0
By Tityrus.
The rival elevens were as full of international players as Walter Gay was chock-full of learning, according to Captain Cuttle, but even with this hall-mark written all over the teams neither side could achieve their ambition by scoring a goal. Some people believe that a match which is so barren is devoid of interest. Not so, for this game was sternly fought of a capital pace, and the issue hung in the balance until the last moment. One of the finest games it was ever my fortune to see was a draw in which the defences were also supreme. This happened twenty or more years ago, when this season’s Cup rivals, Aston Villa and Newcastle United, met on the Aston Lower grounds, with Mr. Arthur Kingscott, now the honorary treasurer of the F.A., as referee. He hardly ever had occasion to sound the whistle for any infringement. The match at Goodison Park on Saturday recalled this encounter to mind, but it excellent, with interest sustained, it was not quite so thrilling. The four nations were represented among the international players, who, in varying degrees, gave of their best. The defenders, it is obvious, were the supreme masters. O’er all the schemes of the forwards they were triumphant, and are fully entitled to the honours of the struggle. Had the forwards been as capable as the protectors of the goal this would have been a historic match. But this was the flaw in the amber, for they were not. Everton exerted the more pressure, and in the jargon of the dressing-rooms had the “best of the game.” But on that argument they ought to have won, and as they did not the greater praise is due to the rear ranks of Cardiff City. There were 40,000 spectators, and it was said that 10,000 of them were Welshmen who, at the slight of the red shirts which Cardiff wore, the colours of the champion country, were bursting with fervour and eagerness for the South Wales club to win. It was not to be.
WHERE GOALKEEPERS COME FROM
It seems to me that Ireland is the home of goalkeepers of the highest calibre, Harland at one end and Farquharson at the other are both Irish internationals. There was never any chance of hoodwinking either of them. The more Farquharson was tested the more he shone. I have seen him several times this season, and he grows in my estimation. In the first half he fielded a good shot from Irvine, tipped a deceitful centre from Chedgzoy over the bar, caught a swift straight drive by Chadwick, and after the interval showed unfailing anticipation. He had to take two awkward drives by the prancing Troup. The first he caught and hurled away, and to the second he ran out more than half a dozen yards, did not hold the ball as he was nudged, but as the ball eluded him he flicked it away with a back-heel kick! This goalkeeper has fine judgement and is never without resource. He was well covered by the backs, who acquitted themselves well, although neither was without fault. Why should backs and custodians be expected to be more faultless than forwards? I preferred Nelson, a sturdy, unflinching, uncompromising sort of man, who can use two feet almost equally well. His positions, returns, and tackling were all excellent, while the work of Blair was almost as effective. Not for a long time have I seen Blair so formidable in intervention and so sure in the use of the ball. Cardiff had but one-third of their normal strength in the half-back line, for Hardy, the tireless tackler, was the only member on duty, as Keenor had strained a muscle in the thigh, and his place was filled by Eddie Jenkins, who has been in the Welsh amateur team. While Hardy was as tenacious and effective as he knows how to be, his colleagues were not equal to Keenor and H.P. Evans. Wake strove hard and did fairly well against a heavy man like Chadwick, while Jenkins improved, for he opened indifferently, was often out of position, and rather slow. On the whole I thought that Jenkins came through a trying ordeal with credit. Still, the half-back line lacked the power and the initiation that are associated with Cardiff. The most unsatisfactory part of the visiting team was forward, where the “Citizens” were at full strength-on paper. Not one of the five realised the skill which he possesses. The wing men, Evans and Lawson, accomplished little and delivered few centres. The inside forwards were moderate. They were more like boys chasing a butterfly without success than the thrustful, co-operative shooting forwards I know them to be. Possibly the work of arduous campaign has felt them tired and stale. Gill was generally without dash, but he was unfortunate not to score in the first half, a fine shot rebounding from an Evertonian. Neither Len Davies nor Clennell was dangerous. It was apparent before the interval that Cardiff lacked life, animation, method, directness, and resource in their attack. When they did arrive they had not a finishing touch- they could not strike and win.
EVERTON’S AGGRESSIVENESS
Everton were the superior team in attack nearly all the time, and had Chedgzoy and Cock been in their happiest mood they would have indeed been most formidable. But the outside right was far below his standard, and the best thing that Cock did was to pick up a centre from Irvine in the second half and deliver a superb shot, which Farquharson did well to divert at the expense of a corner. Most goalkeepers would have bene beaten, for the drive had the velocity of a cannon ball and was going under the bar when the custodian turned it round the post- a great save. Of course Cock used up a man, but he got offside and had, as a rule, little ingenuity and sting at close quarters. Irvine is an artist if not a marksman, and Chadwick, a forcible inside forager, who can shoot. Still, Troup took my eye once again. Some of the passes to such a little man were impossible, but whenever the ball could be taken Troup was fine- far and away the cleverest wing raider on view. His centres and his drives for goal should have brought grist to the party. Much of the ineffectiveness of the Cardiff vanguard was due to the Everton half-back division- three strong Scots. Both Brown and Hart were dour interveners, and determined not to be beaten, while McBain, if not so dominating as he can be, was too much for Len Davies, and helped his forwards, especially Troup. These half-backs had the faculty of foreseeing the next move, and that made their task look easy. It was their craft that checkmated Cardiff, and it was their low passes that stimulated the attacks. Raitt and Livingstone were useful, but the duties were lightened by the incessant intrusion of the half-backs. Livingstone was the more reliable. In the goal that he had to do Harland showed confidence, and on two occasions in the second half when he ran out to meet a dangerous situation he timed his rush and obtained the ball. The defences earned a point for each club, but the Everton forwards ought to have gained full marks with the opportunities they had, in spite of the Cardiff backs.
Teams;- Cardiff City; Farquharson; Nelson and Blair (Captain); Wake, E. Jenkins, and Hardy; Lawson, Gill, Len Davies, Clennell, and Evans (J). Everton; Harland; Raitt and Livingstone; Brown, McBain and Hart (Captain); Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, and Troup. Referee; Mr. A.J. Prince-Cox, London.

EVERTON’S GREAT NEED- SHOOTERS AS WELL AS ARTISTS
The Liverpool Echo- Monday, April 7, 1924
Bee’s Notes
One of the nicest things seen in connection with the nice meeting of Cardiff City and Everton was the hand-sake of Hunter Hart with the referee, Mr. Prince-Cox, at the end of the game. He had handled the game admirably, but it not often that a public show of “hands” is offered by the captain. Good of you, Hart; good of you, Mr. Prince-Cox. The week-end football was of a three-star variety. Through your having the “Football Echo” installation you were able to hear the wireless test for Wembley at Bolton; you could read of Crosbie’s first goal of the season for the Bruns, of Trainer Connell’s prospective lucrative benefit-good luck to him- and of a hundred and one other points that were impossible to other papers. Locally we had a great exhibition, a sort of football mannequin parade and the standard of football was such that I should like to see some more, if it is possible. Why was the Everton game so clean and inspiring in the first half? Simply because both sides played football. They were well handled by a referee whose work was made easier by reason of the sporting ways of both sides, and Cardiff and such other sides will always be welcomed here if they will give us such exhibitions. It was the same at Anfield when they came. The enthusiasm of the crowd from Mold, Flint, and every corner of Wales did not upset the players; It inspired them. Certainly one could not wish to see nicer football. That Everton were ineffective one must agree, but I would sooner see class football ineffective than rushing, tearing stuff that was bundling everyone out of the way for the solo purpose of scoring goals.
THE UPLIFT-AND A REQUEST
It is rather late in the season to suggest it, but it has been patent, for some time, that Everton have learned upon the rock of Chadwick’s boot for their goals. When a drive is necessary the forwards look for Chadwick. It is not altogether wise, well as the big boy has driven them in this season. I think Everton all round wanted a better finish to their effort. They can dance the tune, but they must make their rivals pay the piper. As they are going now they are having “all the game” and no goals. Fortunately, Raitt, Harland, and Livingstone held the fort against the Welsh attack, which had one lively, lovely quarter of an hour, and then died down through the reserve half backs being unable to connect with their forwards, of whom Len Davies was much below form, and Gill was not the live force we know he can be. It was good to see Livingstone continuing his splendid form, and Hart and his confreres continued to make passes by head and foot till we were justified in thinking that one of the forwards would break out and score. But, no, the forwards could not get the better of themselves and the defence. Perhaps if they took a more sudden drive (per chances) they would get more goals.
A WORD FOR THE DEFENDERS
While I am saying what the forwards did and not-Troup and Irvine were the bright stars to my mind, the former having some lovely runs and centres and the latter dribbling hard and strong over legs and through legs and offering passes without much in return- we must not forget the pairing off of the Cardiff backs, Nelson and Jimmy Blair. Blair could be a great billiard professional if he cared, but for the moment he takes his cure from the football rack. He made his name in Scotland, was with the Wednesday of Sheffield from about 1912 to 1920, and then went to Cardiff, where he has done wonders. He is one of the gentler type of players-to look at; but he can give and take a charge. Nelson, his partner, has one eye- on the ball- and the other on the future move. He is beautifully built, and kicks hard and sure, whereas Blair started rather erratically. Nelson is one of the big noises of football this season. Cardiff have a habit of making a lot of a noise. They have in Wake a mere stripling; yet he may train on into anything. Cardiff have sought hard against fate, but I fear they will have to yield to Huddersfield. Meantime let us not forget that Lawson, who was wanted by Liverpool and wanted to come to Liverpool, eventually went to the Welsh side, and has played two good games in this city so far. His handing centres in the first half on Saturday were admirable means to a goal, but Len Davies was not able to get the better of a grand half-back line.

EVERTON ATTOTTENHAM
The Liverpool Echo- Wednesday, April 9, 1924
Bee’s Notes
For the match against Tottenham Hotspur in London on Saturday the Everton directors are making no change in the side which drew with Cardiff City at Goodison Park. The team will be;- Harland; Raitt, Livingstone; Brown, McBain, Hart; Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, and Troup.
Everton at Mold, tomorrow, 5.30 (for the opening of the new grand stand;- Fern; McDonald, Kerr; Peacock, Reid, Grenyer; Parry, Miller, Wall, Williams, Forbes.
The full Everton League team plays at Wigan, on Monday, for the Wigan War Memorial Fund.

EVERTON MAKE GOOD SIGNING
The Liverpool Echo- Wednesday, April 9, 1924
BY TAKING ANOTHER LINCOLN CITY GOALKEEPER
Everton announce that they have signed Kendall, of Lincoln City, the young goalkeeper who has for two seasons been acclaimed the best goalkeeper in the third division of the League. Kendal is only nineteen years old, stands 6ft, in height., and weighs 12st. he follows Fern, who it may be remembered was signed from Lincoln City away back in 1914.
Hunter Hart, the Everton captain, was married this week to a Wallasey-lady. Hart has been in Liverpool three seasons, and by his brilliant displays and his popularity off the field has made himself liked by all.

EVERTON SIGN KENDALL
April 10, 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury.
Everton have signed on a new goalkeeper j Kendall of Lincoln city, whence came fern in 1914, Kendall who is only 19 years of age, stands 6ft and weights 12 stone. He is an excellent custodian and for the past two season has been spoken of as the best in the third division of the league

KENDALL
Nottingham Evening Post- Thursday, April 10, 1924
The negotiations for the transfer of Kendall, the young Lincoln goalkeeper, to Everton, were concluded at Sheffield yesterday. Kendall was born at Broughton, near Brigg, and since joining Lincoln has played 78 games for the first eleven including cup-ties.

EVERTON AT MOLD.
April 11 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury
ATTRACTIVE PLAY IN FRIENDLY MATCH.
The visit of Everton to Mold in a friendly match last evening proved a great attraction despite the inclemency of the weather. The visitors fielded a strong side, and monopolised the game from start to finish, Williams giving them the lead after five minutes. Afterwards the Everton forwards indulged in some pretty passing, which delighted the spectators. Nearing the interval Wall added a second goal. On resuming the Everton forwards raided the home goal, and Griffiths was warmly applauded for his masterly display. A minute from time Maclaren scored for Mold. Everton were much the better side, and could have won by a far greater margin. After the match the Everton players were entertained to dinner at the invitation of the directors and members of the Mold Club. Result Mold 1, Everton 2.

PLAYERS ON TRANSFER LIST.
April 11, 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury.
Everton have decided to transfer several of their players, including the goalkeeper Tom Fern, who was transfer from Lincoln City in 1914, Weller and Grenyer also are not to be re-engaged, Weller is understood to have been offered a sum in lieu or a benefit for his services extending over many years. It is stated that a North-Eastern club is anxious to secure the services of Grenyer who has been at Goodison Park for a long time, and that he asked for his papers.

EVERTON IN TOWN
The Liverpool Echo- Friday, April 11, 1924
Bee’s Notes
Everton collide with the international side in that they go to London and tackle the Spurs at White Hart-lane. Thus in a fortnight we have had three meetings between Merseyside and Grimsdell’s men. It should be a very engaging match, and though Everton do not seem to offer the same sort of football away as at home, I doubt not that they will make the London crowd go hot and bothered before the final whistle goes; in fact, I look for a close victory to the away side. Everton; Harland; Raitt, Livingstone; Brown, McBain, Hart; Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, Troup.
A LADS!
Everton “A” and Liverpool “A” meet tomorrow at Goodison Park, in the Liverpool County Combination, and we have a local Derby after all to end up the season. The kick off is at 3.15 and the display should be worth watching. These “A” teams are more valuable than many imagine. A Virr once-a-season makes the side worthwhile. Everton will be represented by; Macey; Caddick, Davies; Rooney, Weir, McGrae; Nuttall, Barton, Green, Houghton, Forrest. Shareholders will be admitted as usual on production of tickets.

THE FOOTBALL TREK TO AMERICA
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday April 12, 1924
BREWSTER’S “MILLIONS”- A GRAND SEND OFF AT NEW YORK
NEWS OF FORMER EVERTONIAN
Bee’s Notes
All the good footballers are going to U.S.A., said Brewster, the former Everton captain, when he left for New York. He has made good and has already given delight to the American people who have taken a sudden love of Soccer football.
BREWSTER STARS
I cull the following from a New York paper. It shows how well George Brewster pleased at his first effort in U.S.A.;- The playing of Brewster, the Brooklynites’ newly-acquired centre-half, who cost $15,000 and who had just arrived from Scotland, was the sole redeeming feature of the localities’ work. The lanky Scot gave one of the greatest exhibitions of half-back playing that have ever been seen on an American pitch. In spite of not having had time to train, having only come over from Scotland bit a few days ago, he played in mid-season form as if the sea voyage had not affected him at all. The New Yorkers found him a veritable stumbling-block in the path towards victory. He it was who was always taking the ball away from the Manhattanites when they attempted to bring it within scoring distance of the goal. And his were the untiring efforts which prevented their doing any damage in the second half, when they rallied desperately in an attempt to score their fourth consecutive triumph of the season over the Brooklynites. Brewster was a star of the offence; also feeding his forwards with the ball continuously during the game. The line-up did not take advantage of all the opportunities his brilliant playing afforded them, however, and Brooklyn had to be content with their tie.

STUD MARKS
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, April 12, 1924
By Louis T. Kelly

• The Goodison club should have a capital season financially for there has been little expenditure in the shape of transfer fees since the advent of “the big three”- Troup, Cock, and McBain- in January, 1923.
• Everton have only once crossed over with the lead in their last ten League fixtures; indeed, only thrice have they scored at all prior to half-time during this period.

EVERTON IN LONDON
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, April 12, 1924
A CLASH OF ARMS WITH TOTTENHAM
EVERTON’S QUALITY ON TAP
F.E.H RELATES A FIERCE ATTACK BY THE VISITORS
Everton; Harland; Raitt, Livingstone; Brown, McBain, Hart (Captain); Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, Troup. Tottenham Hotspur; Maddison; Clay, Foster; Smith, Lowe, Grimsdell; Walden, Osborne, Lindsay, Elkes, Dimmock. Referee- Mr. A. Timmis. The weather in London to-day was typical of April. There was sunshine and shower with occasional squeals of sleet, and the motor drive to White Hart Lane was distinctly on the cold side. The outlook partially cleared at three o’clock, and the playing pitch- which last week was as hard as a board- was all the better for the softening influence of the rain. The attendance at the start was rather on the thin side, and it was evident that the counter attraction at Wembley had drawn a number of otherwise regular spectators from the Spurs enclosure. Everton fielded the team as selected, and in the home ranks Lowe reappeared at centre half.
ATTENDANCE AFFECTED BY WEMBLEY
There were not more than 10,000 present when Tottenham started under a dull sky. They immediately moved off in the most spirited style, and Osborne putting the ball to Elkes, the latter sent in a difficult shot, which was well dealt with. The home right at once returned to the attack, and again Elkes was in the picture, but he was anticipated by the Everton keeper. Everton then settled down and some very clever footwork was seen on the right wing, but Cock was just too late to turn a couple of openings to account. For a time play was open, Everton being nipper on the ball, but failing to finish, one centre from Troup going begging. The Spurs returned strongly on the left, thanks to a superb bit of work on the part of Grimsdell, but Raitt succeeded in clearing the lines at the critical juncture. The Spurs were soon on the on again, and this time Osborne was obviously offside when he sent the leather flying over the bar. Still Tottenham pressed, and Dimmock, getting through, sent in a regular “daisy-cutter,” which Harland saved with his foot at the cost of a corner. This was safely negotiated, but the home attack continued to be very vigorous, and shots were put in by the three inside forwards without success.
SOURS HEMMED IN.
Hart, initiated a promising movement when he gave the ball to Chadwick, and the latter lobbed it out to the right wing with judgement, but Irvine missed the pass. Then Chedgzoy got off like a flash and swung the ball to Troup, who tried a long but ineffective shot. Everton were now going great guns, and the Tottenham goal escaped in marvellous manner when, following upon a centre by Chedgzoy, Brown put the ball up, and Cock headed it adroitly. The home keeper, who was out of his goal, was practically beaten, but, fortunately for Tottenham, the ball struck the upright and rebound into play. The visitors were now giving the Londoners a taste of their quality, and two swinging centres from Chedgzoy and Troup ought to have been turned to advantage.
COCK HEADS A GOAL.
At the other end, Dimmock had beaten all opposition, and had an open goal when he shot feebly wide. This paved the way to another forward movement on the part of the Evertonians, and Chedgzoy, beating Forester, put the ball to cock, who headed a clever goal. The Spurs rallied strongly after this reverse, and both the Everton backs were in difficulties when Elkes headed the ball just over the bar. The visitors returned one again on the right, and Cock tried to notch a second goal, but Maddison this time was not to be caught napping. The Everton attack, however, continued to be most persistent.
CHADWICK ADDS ANOTHER
Troup and Chadwick made ground cleverly, and the latter completely out-manoeuvred Smith steadied himself, and scored a great goal with a wonderfully fast drive. The Evertonians were now “all over” the Spurs, and hot shots were rained in by Chedgzoy, Irvine, and Cock which gave the home goalkeeper a very anxious time.
THRILLS WITH SPURS
EVERTON SCORE TWICE IN FIRST HALF
JACK COCK’S WINNING GOAL
DIMMOCK GETS BALL IN NET DURING OFFSIDE APPEALS
LINDSAY RETALIATES
I should have mentioned that the first goal came after 22 minutes, and the second when the game had been in progress exactly half-an-hour. Ten minutes before the interval the ‘Spurs took the bit between their tenth, and Dimmock racing through, struck the crossbar with a stinging shot. Lindsay caught the rebound, and headed the leather into the net, amid tremendous cheering. It was quite a good goal, and it put the home spectators on agreeable terms with themselves. Their cheers spurred the Tottenham forwards on to further activity, and from a pass by Walden Lindsay missed an open goal. A few seconds later Dimmock drove in at a terrific pace, but Harland managed to gather the ball and throw clear. Just before half-time Livingstone deliberately handled the ball just outside the penalty area. Grimsdell took the free-kick, but it was charged down.
Half-time; Spurs 1 Everton 2.
The first period had provided some very pretty football on both sides. Each team had shown both cleverness and pace with Everton rather the better side in the matter of close passing and judgement. There was a largely increased crowd when the game was resumed, and there was at once something for the Londoners to crow about. Dimmock came through, and while the Evertonians were appealing for offside he put the ball to Walden, who steadied himself and scored, although the backs ought to have prevented it. For some time the Spurs, now on level terms with their opponents, attacked aggressively, and Osborne sent in a drive that was rather luckily cleared.
CHEDGZOY FINDS THE NET.
Subsequently Everton replied through Chedgzoy and Cock, but Clay proved a stumbling-block. However, they came away again in great style, and Chedgzoy put in a delightful oblique shot, which struck the inside of the crossbar and glanced into the net. It was a perfect piece of workmanship, and fully deserved the point. A little later the Evertonians were once more showing their paces, and Grimsdell, in stemming the tide, was hurt, the game being delayed for some time. Subsequently Grimsdell went to the outside left forward position. After half-an-hour’s play Cock with a splendid effort scored a fourth goal for Everton. Final; Tottenham 2 Everton 5

EVERTON A v.  LIVERPOOL A
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, April 12, 1924
At Goodison Park. Liverpool dominated the opening stages, and it was evident that the determined combined raid initiated by the halves and the persistency of the Liverpool attack would be rewarded for early on good work by Rawlinson and Keedwell resulted in the former scoring. The visitors continued to play the better football, there being a deal more understanding in their attacks than their opponents, whose forward line failed to combine, although the halves were doing exceedingly well. Later Everton’s play improved and Houghton went near with a drive, and at the other end Spencer compelled Macey to make a good save and conceded a corner. Keedwell scored a second for Liverpool. Rooney scored for Everton from a penalty.
Half-time; Everton A 1, Liverpool A 2

TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR 2 EVERTON 5
April 14, 1924. The Daily Courier.
TOTTENHAM DEFENCE RIDDLED.
EVERTON GIVE A CLEVER DISPLAY. By C. S.
The conditions underfoot at White Hart Lane just suited Everton, a soft surface while allowed full stretch in running, but this was hardly sufficient to account for the big margin by which the visitors won. There was a weakness in the final line of defence, which helped the Blues, two goals being recorded which should have been saved. The game was a good one to watch, the passing particularly of the Everton team, being well judged and always with an eye to the unmarked man. Everton gained a two goals' lead in half an hour, but within a minute after the interval the Spurs had drawn level only to see the Blues draw right ahead just when an exciting finish was looked forward to. Cock scored the first goal, converting a smart centre from Chedgzoy with his head, and Chadwick also made the best use of a touch inwards from Troup. Then Dimmock hit the crossbar and Lindsay scored from the rebound, while Walden closed in to net cleverly just after the interval.
KEEPER'S BLUNDER.
Maddison, however, should have saved when Chedgzoy shot from the line, the ball bouncing down from the bar. He could not get to Cock's shot, though the centre-forward had to shake of both backs, before he could force home the ball. In the meantime Irvine was injured and gone to outside right, and he scored with a shot, which was identical with that of Chedgzoy. Immediately after he had netted the ball the Irish international had to leave the field, in this respect copying the example of Grimsdell, who had also had to retire through an accidental kick on the leg. The Everton defence was again very sound, while the halves got a complete grip on the opposition in the second half. Forward, Chedgzoy has never been seen to greater advantage in a line, which was ever eager to snap up opportunities. Maddison was uncertain, a remark whick also applied to Forster, Grimsdell was easily the best of the halves, while Elkes stood out in the attack, in which Walden also did well. Teams: - Tottenham Hospurs: - Maddison, goal, Clay, and Foster, backs, Smyth, Lowe, and Grimsdell (captain), half-backs, Walden, Watkins, Osborne, Lindsay, Elkis, and Dimmock, forwards. Everton: - Harland, goal, Raitt, and Livingstone backs, Brown, McBain, and Hart (captain), half-backs, Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, and Troup, forwards.

EVERTON "A" 2 LIVERPOOL "A" 2
April 14, 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury.
LIVERPOOL COUNTY COMBINATION.
A division of points at Goodison Park was a fitting result to a game, which was productive of spasms of good football alternating with periods of desultory play. Liverpool, particularly during the first half displayed more understanding in their attack than the home team whose forward play was of a mild form, and it was chiefly through the splendid work of the Everton half backs that Liverpool did not score more goals. The second half showed a complete change. The Liverpool attack lost a deal of its sting and the Everton forwards, assisted by the half backs became the more dangerous. Houghton and Green compelling Holgrave to make many good saves. Everton went near to snatching a victory, for Barton drove in with the Liverpool custodian out of goal, but Davies standing on the goal line, headed out. Liverpool scored after eight minutes though Rawinson and Reedwell added a second. Close on the interval Rooney reduce the lead from a penalty. Houghton scored the equaliser during the second half.

EVERTON’S NEW GOALKEEPER.
Athletic News - Monday 14 April 1924
Everton have signed John Kendall, who, until three weeks ago, when he was laid aside with influenza, had kept goal for Lincoln City in 66 consecutive games. Kendall was born at Broughton (Lincs.), where he gained experience with junior clubs, and joined Lincoln City two seasons ago. Everton secured Fern from the same club. Kendall is 20 years age, standing 6ft., and weighs 12st,

DEFENSIVE LAPSE
Athletic News - Monday 14 April 1924
TOTTENHAM TOTTER BEFORE EVERTON’S SKILL
MADDISON MESMERISED
TOTTENHAM HOTPSUR 2 EVERTON 5
By The Vagrant.
Some supporters of Tottenham spur were beginning to feel that things had gone so badly with the side that they could not well be worse. No match has been won for practically three months. But Everton brought disillusionment by scoring five times at White Hart lane. For the most part it was a fine game, clean and scientific, and the Hotspur lost, not because they were overplays, at all, but because the Everton attackers were keen and clever enough to take full advantage of glaring weaknesses in the other team's defensive armour. Let the story of the goals reveal the nature of the tragedy from Tottenham’s stand-point.
WALDEN’S FIRST
The first goal, after 22 minutes, was cleverly engineered, Chedgzoy racing past the opposition and dropping the ball on to the head of COCK. Thence it went into the net. Shortly afterwards Smith missed the ball completely and CHADWICK ran on to beat the advancing Maddison. Hope revived before the interval when LINDSAY headed through after Dimmock had hit the bar, and the hope became a strong force following the change of ends when WALDEN scored his first goal of the season. Almost from the line CHEDGZOY dropped the ball Into goal for it to strike the far post and rebound to the net. Then COCK bustled three defenders until they allowed him to score a fourth goal, and IRVINE, having gone to Chedgzoy’s place, scored a fifth, almost exactly like the goal his partner had previously obtained.
THE RESPONSIBILITY
There are Tottenham defenders to whom this match will surely prove a nightmare, for Maddison especially so, as he had one of those days when he could do little that was right. The lobbing centres of Chedgzoy and Irvine—they were not meant for anything else—would only beat a first-class goalkeeper on those days when his judgment was unaccountably upset. How much the errors of Maddison were due to the indecision of the full-backs can only be surmised. For pace neither Clay nor Forster could hold his place, and, consequently, it seemed an error in tactics for them to play so far up the field.  Nor could the Tottenham half-backs compare with the Everton trio, for Smith was never himself after his tragic error, and Lowe, returning after a long absence, seemed to lack confidence. Grimsdell, who might have been compared with his opponents, first received a blow in the eye and then hurt his knee. A spell at outside left was tried before he eventually retired, though the match was then beyond recall. Forward the Hotspur had some inspired moments, Osborne and Walden making a good wing, though the former does not appear able to do himself justice near goal. On the ground Lindsay had a chance against McBain; in the air he had none at all, and Elkes was disappoint.  Dimmock was a fair raider, though on the treacherous surface a little more direct football would have paid better.
MERITED VICTORY
The tale OF Tottenham blunders which enabled the visitors to score a notable victory should not be allowed to give the impression that Everton gave anything but a display absolutely full of merit, Except that Troup was not so much in evidence as usual, the forwards were a splendid workmanlike collection, with Cock and Chedgzoy as the outstanding players. Of the half-backs I have written; and the full backs were sound, with Raitt rather the more impressive than Livingstone in the tackling part of his game. While Maddison was showing goalkeeping as it should not be done, Harland in the other goal was giving a masterful display of sound judgment and cool daring. Tottenham Hotspur; Maddison; Clay, Forster; Smith, Lowe, Grimsdell; Walden, Osborne, Lindsay, Elkes, and Dimmock. Everton; Harland; Raitt, Livingstone; Brown, McBain, Hart (Captain); Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, and Troup. Referee; Mr. A. Timmins, West Bromwich.

EN ROUTE
The Liverpool Echo-Monday, April 14, 1924
By Bees
Going up to town we had the pleasure of Everton’s company, together with Liverpool’s M.P’s -Messrs Asbury and Martindale. Mr. W.C. Cuff took a bank with him -but it was not really necessary, any more than the presence of Billy Mack was necessary to our case! Billy was going to town to join in the Harry Preston show at Brighton. He is back at the Stadium, to meet Mattick on Thursday. It is a busy  life we are leading. Returning home we took sides with the Manx Choir, who had done so well in London. Mr. John McKenna, the English League president, also linked up, and with four Villa players and F.A. members in Messrs, Lythgoe, Grant and E. Case, it was quite a football special that rattled along to Leatherypool yesterday. Those who had been present at the game gave their critiques, and I don’t remember a game where so many differing opinions arose. The Scottish party reckoned Buchan a wonder and said the game had been dull. Buchan worked harder than ever before, was clever, cute, and a puzzle to his companions at times; but I have seen him play better. Where he scored was in his effect.

EVERTON’S GREAT WIN
The Liverpool Echo- Monday, April 14, 1924
By F.E.H
It is always futile to indulge in the gentle art of prophecy, where football is concerned. Some little time ago there were pessimists who said that Everton were a spent force and might easily find themselves in jeopardy. And now, behold, they are playing the most brilliant football in the first fighters of the League. Their display against Tottenham Hotspur, at white Hart Lane on Saturday, was one of the most sparkling the Londoners have seen for many weeks. The story of the goals has already been told in our columns, and there is no need to recapitulate it. But one must pay tribute to the skill with which they were engineered. Cock opened the ball, and Chadwick followed suit with a beauty that showed the great progress which this player is making in his art. Lindsay got in a good one to reduce the lead just before the interval, and Fanny Walden sent the crowd into ecstasies when with a timely flick of the foot he put his side on level terms. After that the deluge! Everton came away like a conquering hots, and piled on three more of “the best,” through the agency of Chedgzoy- who has never played better football than on this occasion- Cock, and Irvine. Altogether it was a great achievement.
WIGAN’S GALA DAY
Tonight at 5.30 Wigan will be on fete. They and Everton play their full league teams to benefit the War Memorial Fund and the Earl of Crawford will kick-off. Wigan Rugby Club, to whom congrats on winning their Cup-tie at the third time of asking, will bring the trophy, also directors and players to the soccer ground. It will be a gala night.

WIGAN BOROUGH 4 EVERTON 3
April 15, 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury
EVERTON BEATEN.
WIGAN BOROUGH SUCCESS IN FRIENDLY MATCH.
The Everton league team very generously proffered to aid Wigan in the matter of their public war memorial, and the fact that they did this at their own expense last evening was much appreciated by the inhabitants of the town. Indeed their visit and match with Wigan Borough will be a memorable event. An interesting feature was the visit of the Wigan Rugby Club directors and players with the Northern League challenge Cup, which they won on Saturday. The Mayor also gave civic dignity to the proceedings, whilst the Earl of Crawford and Balcarres was introduced to both teams and kicked off before 5,000 spectators. The Borough, with the wind, had most of the play in the first half, but it was not until midway through the second half that Ormston, the home centre drew Harland out to score, and directly after that the same player receiving from McGraham, went through on his own again and swerved the ball in off Harland. From a glorious centre by Jones, Davies with the greatest deliberation, drive the ball in with a very narrow margin of space. Miller scored a fine goal for Everton after seventy-five minutes' play, and splendid combination ended in him adding a second. From a centre by Jones, Ormiston beat Harland, and Cock went through immediately afterwards for a third for Everton. The teams were afterwards entertained at the Royal Hotel, the Mayor and Lord Crawford and Balcarres being present. Everton: - Harland goal, Raitt, and Livingstone, backs, Brown, McBain and Hart (captain), half-backs, Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Miller and Troup, forwards.

LIVERPOOL RESERVES 3 EVERTON RESERVES 4
April 15, 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury.
LIVERPOOL SENIOR CUP SEMI-FINAL REPLAY.
Everton Reserves had a good victory over the Anfield Reserves in the replayed semi-final of the Liverpool Cup at Anfield last night. Everton were leading at half-time by two goals, and soon increased this in the second half to four, Wall performing the "hat-trick." It was a hard and good game and pleased the spectators who numbered about 7,000. Liverpool never really looked like scoring until about a quarter of an hour from the end, when they came away with a fine burst, and put on three goals and thus provided a fighting finish. Everton's fourth goal was scored by Grenyer from a penalty Liverpool's forward line was rather ragged and failed to combine whereas Everton were tricky and dove tailed splendidly. Grenyer at left half, was very good in tackling and head work, and Pratt, at the same position in the Anfield team, was Liverpool's best half. Both Everton wingers were good, and Gilhespy is worthy of mention, of only for his brilliant header, which gave Liverpool their first goal from a centre by Chalmers. The scorers were Wall (3), and Grenyer for Everton, and Gilliespie Shone, and Owen for Liverpool.

EVERTON "HELD UP" BY POLICE.
April 15, 1924. The Daily Courier.
INCIDENT AFTER GAME WITH SPURS.
Tottenham people, including their "Bobbies" were upset by Everton's big win over the 'Spurs on Saturday. The North Londoners, however, writes "Twelfth Man" in the Evening News, "got back." On the Everton team. As the visitors were about to leave the ground in a Charabane after the match, the local police noticed that the license displayed was out of date. Instantly a couple of constables advanced and stopped the Charabane. For a few minutes the driver was diving his hands first into one pocket and then into another. After becoming red in the face, he finally pulled out a license for the current year. The officers then withdrew.

PROGRAMMES FOR EASTERTIDE ON MERSEYSIDE
The Liverpool Echo- Tuesday, April 15, 1924
Bee’s Notes
The Easter time programme of football Merseyside with a fine collection of matches, league and otherwise, and one of the most notable events of the season is the appearance of Glasgow Rangers on Easter Monday at Anfield for Trainer Connell’s benefit match. Glasgow Rangers have a league record quailed by none, and they have positively farmed the Scottish honours. Apart from that Merseyside folk do not readily forget the way they played at Everton when Johnny Miller left Liverpool for a day to help Everton against Rangers. It was grand football, and everybody asked that we should have more of this sort of football. That ahs been impossible till now, and I imagine that those who can, will take the opportunity of witnessing how the Rangers play. Then there are league games of more than pasting fancy. Everton have a tilt against London clubs, and as Arsenal are not quite safe- it is only a question of goal average, I admit- there is bound to be a big attendance to see the Gunners at Goodison. Everton have gone all one way lately. The league side has only lost two games since New year’s day, and the Reserves side has been picking up points rather more freely than formerly, and with last night’s 4-3 win against Liverpool Reserves in the Liverpool Cup replay there is something to enthuse about in the Walton area.
Friday – Arsenal, home 3 o’clock
Saturday, Tottenham Hotspurs, home 3 o’clock
Monday- Res at home to West Brom
WIGAN v  EVERTON
The Everton League team very generously proffered to aid Wigan in the matter of their public war memorial, and the fact that they did this at their own expense last evening was much appreciated by the inhabitants of the town. Indeed their visit and match with Wigan Borough will be a memorable event. An interesting feature was the visit of the Wigan Rugby Club directors and players with the Northern League Challenge Cup, which they won on Saturday. The Mayor also gave civic dignity to the proceedings, whilst the Earl of Crawford and Balcarres was introduced to both teams and kicked off before 5,000 spectators. Result Wigan Borough 4 Everton 3
Everton reserves had a good victory over the Anfield Reserves in the replayed semi-final of the Liverpool Cup at Anfield last night. Everton were leading at half-time by two goals, and soon increased this in the second half to four, Wall performing the “hat-trick.” It was a hard and good game and pleased the spectators, who numbered about 7,000. Liverpool never really looked like scoring until about a quarter of an hour from the end, when they came away with a fine burst and out on three goals and thus provided a fighting finish. Everton’s fourth goal was scored by Grenyer from a penalty.

KENDALL MAKES EARLY APPEARANCE IN THE FIRST TEAM
The Liverpool Echo, Wednesday, April 16, 1924
EVERTON’S NEW PLAYER ON VIEW
Everton have two holiday engagements at Goodison park with London Clubs, and their supporters will have a first view of their new goalkeeper, Kendall, transferred last week from Lincoln City. Kendall is only nineteen years of age, but great things are expected of him. He will appear for Harland in the return match on Saturday with Tottenham (kick-off 3). On Friday the Arsenal come to Goodison (kick-off 3), and for this game the home team will be unchanged from the side which beat Tottenham in London on Saturday, viz., Harland; Raitt, Livingstone; Brown, McBain, Hart; Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, Troup. The appearance of Kendall will be the only change for Saturday’s game.

EASTER EGGS FOR BUSILY ENGAGED FOOTBALLERS
The Liverpool Echo- Thursday April 17, 1924
Bee’s Notes
Everton have decided that for both their Easter home games they will start at 3 o’clock. The Arsenal are here tomorrow, and ‘Spurs will be put up against young Kendall at Goodison Park on Saturday, when Poynton comes back to the ‘Spurs team- this las is one of the best finds of the season. Blake is preferred to Maddison in goal, while Saga returns to the team at centre half-back in place of Lowe. Grimsdell being injured, his position will be filled by Sinner, while Forester is dropped, and Poynton will partner Clay in defence. Team; Blake; Clay, Poynton; Smith, Sage, Skinner; Walden, Osborne, Lindsay, Elkes, and Dimmock.
For their game to-morrow Arsenal are obliged to make a change from the side which has brought success in recent games owing to the inability of Dr. Paterson to travel. Blyth will take the outside right position in the following team, which will, barring injuries do duty over the holidays;
Everton; Harland; Raitt, Livingstone; Brown, McBain, Hart; Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, Troup. Arsenal; Robson; Baker, Kennedy; Milne, Butler, Young; Blyth, Neil, Woods, Ramsay, Haden.
Everton Reserves play Manchester United away on Saturday with this team; Fern; McDonald, Kirr; Peacock, Reid, Grenyer; Parry, Barton, Wall, Williams, Forbes.
At Goodison Park on Monday, at 3.15, the West Brom visit creates a big stir because if the Albion win they have practically won the Central League championship. If they lose the position is very open again. Everton that day bring back Kendall to goal, and the rest of the side is; McDonald; Kirr; Peacock, Reid, Virr; Parry, Barton, Wall, Williams, Forbes.

ARSENAL WELL BEATEN
Daily Herald - Friday 18 April 1924
CHADWICK SCORES TWICE FOR EVERTON
EVERTON 3, ARSENAL 1
The Arsenal failed to gain a point at Liverpool, being well beaten by Everton by 3 goals to 1. Thus with Chelsea winning and Preston North End not engaged, the struggle to avoid relegation becomes somewhat closer, though the Arsenal have still two game sin hand of Chelsea and are four points up. They also are a game and a point to the good as far as Preston North End is concerned. Everton enjoyed the better of the early exchanges and Chadwick netted from a free kick, the same player adding a second, while Haden reduced the lead before the interval. Early play on the resumption favoured the Arsenal, but a defensive mistake allowed Cock to net Everton’s third goal. The home side were comfortable winners of a moderate game, in which the outstanding men were Young and Kennedy for the Arsenal, and Cock, Chadwick and Hart for Everton. Twenty-five thousands were present.

EVERTON 3 ARSENAL 1
April 19, 1924. The Daily Courier.
EVERTON'S REAL "GOOD" FRIDAY.
THE ARSENAL RETIRE A WELL-BEATEN SIDE.
The quality of the football at Goodison Park, yesterday, was not by any means great, but it may be said that Everton fully deserved their victory of 3-1 over the Arsenal, who put up a decidedly poor show throughout. The winning of the toss represented a district advantage to Everton, for in the first half they had a bright sun and a strong' wind behind them. Arsenal failed to profit by the turn round, for the sun became obscured, and the breeze faded away.
THE EXPERT.
A tricky bouncy ball played havoc with the combination of both sides at the start, but the opening moves se3rved to demonstrate the fact that Everton were not going to ignore any reasonable chance of scoring, even Hart following up a remarkable dribble by a great shot, which went just wide. After Robson had saved twice from Cock, Milne fouled Chadwick just outside the penalty area. Wilfred took the kick, and exacted retribution with a wonderful drive, which left the goalkeeper and 25,000 spectators bewildered. After the restart Kennedy was prominent with some nice work, and Blyth and Neil were nearly through when the latter handled. Blyth, by the way, had received a nasty cut over the eye from Livingstone's elbow early on, and was, in consequence, but a shadow of his usual self. With Arsenal setting up a useful attack, Woods and Neil got in each other's way, and spoils a gilt-edged opportunity. Everton second's goal came from a foul, and was a simple affair. Chedgzoy's kick was charged down by Milne, who placed the ball at the feet of Chadwick, and the result was another goal. Wilfred's 25 th of the season. With four minutes of the first half to go, McBain sat on the ball, tried to twiddle it away from two opposing forwards, lost it, and Haden, dashing in from the left, took a pot shot at completely beat Harland.
GIFT FOR COCK.
The second half display of both sides was mediocre, due principally to the fact that Arsenal adopted the one-back game –on one occasion putting the whole five Everton forwards offside –and that Everton were more or less content to rest on their laurels. When Arsenal did get going their shooting was execrable. The Blues' third goal was the most ingenuous affair seen at Goodison this season. Raitt placed a free kick on the half-way line to Cock, who was left to his own devices by the backs, and promptly banged the ball past the frantic Robson. The winners' forwards were in great fettle, and the halves had a real "good" Friday, McBain bringing out the full repertoire of tricks. The backs were sound, and Harland had a holiday. Robson played a good game, but his backs left him a lot of work to do. Milne was the best half-back, and Haden the outstanding figure in a rather futile forward line. Teams: - Everton: - Harland, goal, Raitt, and Livingstone, backs, Brown, McBain, and Hart (captain), half-backs, Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, and Troup, forwards. Arsenal: - Robson, goal, Mackie, and Kennedy, backs, Milne, Butler, and Young, half-backs, Blyth, Neil, Woods, Ramsay, and Haden, forwards.

KENDALL FOR EVERTON
Derby Daily Telegraph - Saturday 19 April 1924
It has been known that several clubs had taken a fancy to Jack Kendall, the Lincoln City goalkeeper, who went to Sencil Bank as a youngster of 17 years from Broughton club.  Since he ousted Bainbridge from the side he has played 71 consecutives games, and has won a great reputation.  Like Tom Fern before him, he has gone to Everton where he will have every chance of making good. 

ARSENAL DOWN AT EVERTON
Westminster Gazette - Saturday 19 April 1924
CHADWICK SCORES TWERNTY-FIFTH GOAL OF SEASON
EVERTON 3 ARSENAL 1
Winning the toss meant a great deal to Everton at Goodison Park against the Arsenal yesterday, for they had the advantage of a bright sun and strong wind. A bouncing ball beat both teams for some time, but eventually Everton got on top, and in 14 minutes, after Chadwick, Cock, and Irvine had assayed long shots, Chadwick, from a free kick for a foul on himself outside the penalty area beat Robson with a terrific drive. The Arsenal had chances, but spoilt them consistently, and it was only just that from a fine centre from Chedgzoy which Milne charged down, Chadwick should be left was a fine chance, of which he took full advantage, registering his 25th goal of the season. Robson did well to save another shot from the same player, and then, with McBain mixed up with two inside Arsenal men, Haden nipped in and scored for the Arsenal. Poor football marred the second half, the Arsenal being overwhelmed. Cock scored a third simple goal and the Londoners were well beaten. Milne and the backs were the Arsenal’s best. Everton; Harland; Raitt, Livingstone; Brown, McBain, Hart (Captain); Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, Troup. Arsenal;- Robson; Mackie, Kennedy; Milne, Butler, Young; Blyth, Neil, Woods, Ramsay, Haden.

DOWNS ‘AMONG DEAD MEN.’
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, April 19, 1924
FAMOUS EVERTON DEFENDER NOT TO BE RE-SIGNED BY THE GOODISON PARL CLUB
OTHER NAMES ON THE “RELEASE LIST”
By Bees
The signing and sighing goes on apace. I have news that Everton have not only decided to release Grenyer, Fern, Weller, and company, but have included the name of Dicky Downs, a famous back, who came from Barnsley and saved Everton from going into the Second Division for the first time in their history. Downs is among the aged class, but in spirits, enthusiasm and football sense he is still a first-class youngster.
Statistics
Everton have been more conservative than usual in handling out passports to the senior eleven. They have called upon only twenty players or seven fewer than were required on the previous tournament. Hunter Hart, and Wilf Chadwick have toed the line in every League encounter, and Troup has been marked absent on only one occasion. Everton’s goalkeepers have been Fern and Harland, and in front of this pair Raitt, McDonald, Downs, and Livingstone have helped to guard the breach. Everton have not been keen on asking players to try their hand in strange positions, though Peacock has appeared at right half, inside right, and centre. Reid was moved from centre half to inside right. The club has jogged along very nicely with only five half-backs, but they have called upon eleven forwards, viz., Chedgzoy and Parry at outside right, Irvine, Peacock, and Reid at inside right; Forbes, Chadwick, Peacock, and Cock at centre; Chadwick and Williams at inside left, and Troup and Harrison on the outside. Everton’s three inside forwards have between them scored nearly fifty goals; whilst Liverpool’s have been content with 33.

KENDALL’S DEBUT IN GOAL FOR EVERTON
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, April 19, 1924.
RAITT PUTS THROUGH HIS OWN GOAL AGAINST THE SPURS
CHADWICK’S HAT-TRICK WINS BLUES LAST HOME GAME
BEE’S REVIEW OF A ROUSING GAME
Everton; Kendall; Raitt, Livingstone; Brown, McBain, Hart (Captain); Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, Troup. Tottenham Hotspur; Blake; Clay, Brown; Smith, Lowe, Skinner; Walden, Osborne, Lindsay, Elkes, Dimmock. Everton continued their test with London clubs to-day, when they met the Spurs at the Goodison Park ground. It was again a fine day, and yet there was a call from the footballers for some rain as their feet were much blistered yesterday; in fact, Jack Cock was a doubtful starter. The gate was 28,000 strong, and all of them enjoyed the rustling methods of the Everton right wing, even though they did not quite appreciate the excessive offside tactics of the Spurs’ defenders. Chedgzoy after being brought to grass linked up with Brown and Irvine in a solid movement that ended when Irvine over-ran the ball. Blake afterwards made a very fine catch from a Chedgzoy shot and Irvine made a long drive that went close. The ball was kept on the ground by both sides, so that the football was of good standard, and when Chadwick tried to make a first-time left foot drive, he did not quite get hold of the ball, and as a consequence the spin he imparted to the shot led to the ball continuing its pass in play.
KENDALL IN GOAL
For a long time Everton’s new goalkeeper, Kendall, was out of work. He is a very big lad, and to-day was asked a big question, seeing he is only 19 years of age. However, he seemed to have the temperament needed by a goalkeeper. Clay was bothered a bit by Troup, but Irvine could not get his long shot at goal, and the London side for quite a long time had to act on the defensive, Chedgzoy making a lot of trouble for them. Lowe, with a fine header, gave his forwards a chance, which was not accepted, after which Brown fed Chedgzoy with an upward tip that is not fashionable these days, and Irvine headed too high. The first real sign of life in the Spurs came when Elkes made a delicious solo dribble and found Lindsay unable to go on with the good work.
FIRST GOAL BY SPURS
Only a moment later the Spurs had scored a well-thought-out goal, Dimmock got the ball just after Livingstone had cleared in front of the goalposts and the defence took too much for granted and was surprised to see Dimmock move up unchallenged to within four yards of goal for the ‘Spurs offered a perfect pass backward, so that Lindsay could score without apparent effort; thus the team that had little of the play had set the goals rolling. This was Dimmock’s old-time form, such form as he had not shown since his operation some time ago. The Spurs’ winger was nearly through a second time in similar manner to the first, and this was crowded out. Osborne made his passes too patent so that Walden was not often seen. Even so, Livingstone was doing splendid work and was partly responsible for Walden’s lack of success. Skinner, the Spurs’ left half, who will be remembered as playing a wonderful game down here in the Spurs’ final tie team, now came into view by reason of his heading away a very severe cross the field pass by Chadwick on Chedgzoy’s behalf.
ANOTHER EGG FOR CHADWICK
Again a long pass was offered to Chedgzoy. Raitt made the offer, and Chedgzoy, in spite of the sun bothering him, was able by a special effort to trap the ball on the touchline. The ball was then passed up for Irvine, whose centre was too far for Cock, but just right for Chadwick, who got his third Easter egg in two days through a lovely “highish” ball to the right-hand side. It was a goal to enthuse about and to talk about for many a day, and it was nearly followed at the twenty-fourth minute by a punishment on the pass-back idea. Brown, who is not well, as Poynton’s deputy, passed back to goal without realising that Blake had left his goal and come to his side. Imagine the situation; a ball “twiddling” towards an empty goal, the goalkeeper and the back just interested spectators of the event. Fortunately for their interest and concern, the ball swerved inches to the right-hand side of the post.
A CHADWICK CLINCHER
Elkes has a good habit of moving to inside right, and it was from that position that he hit a nice drive which went a bit too high. Chadwick was not content with one goal, and took his second point for the second day in succession when, at 33 minutes he hit the ball a resounding smack, and the very pace of the shot made the ball quiver and swerve. Chedgzoy and McBain joined in the congratulations, for this leading goal, and each had a good part in the making of it. Undoubtedly the ‘Spurs defence was being harassed, and after Brown had blundered, Lowe was weak in front of goal. Naturally a lot of work fell on Clay, and with Chadwick in such striking form, Clay began to fade away under intense pressure. Spurs, however, continued their efforts, and when Dimmock made another opening for Lindsay, Kendall, by running out, smothered a certain goal. Again the Spurs were dangerous, Lindsay offering Elkes a sure thing, but the old Birmingham man finished weakly.
MORRIS DANCERS.
I understand that quite a number of clubs are trying to secure Morris, the Scotch international centre-half, who played so well at Wembley, and that a club near our doorstep is making efforts to secure his signature. The second half started with an offside decision against Chadwick, just when he seemed bound to do his hat trick performance. There was also an offside decision against Dimmock, who objected to Mr. Timmins’s verdict. However, the referee, like yesterday’s had done his work well, and the game, considering the heat of the day, was most enjoyable. Cock nearly broke through, and Irvine, who had been unlucky early on, was a very earnest worker. Unfortunately the Spurs’ forwards could not make race of it, and Lindsay had to work on his own, and Walden found Livingstone a very dogged tackler. Osborne, the ex0Fulham player, was rarely seen, and Dimmock was about the surest of the lot. He made a back-heeler in the Billy Meredith fashion. Brown, the Spurs’ back, was laid out for a time, thanks to two efforts by Irvine catching him in the face; still he had the consolation of saving a certain goal to the Irish boy, who at a later point was not up the field to take Troup’s admirable centre.
AN ASTONDING EQUALISER
Spurs got an amazing goal ten minutes from the restart. It was such a simple matter that it left the crowd dumb-founded. Osborne and Walden got going and while Walden was calling for a pass from inside right, Osborne was centring to no one in particular, and Raitt decided to head back to his goalkeeper, whereas his goalkeeper had gone forward, and when the ball went trickling to goal it entered the net and broke the hearts of the Everton supporters. It was an amazing turn and quite foreign to the run of the game. There was another surprising incident when Chedgzoy, beautifully primed by Cock, let in Irvine, whose shot went to the left-hand side of the post, where Cock, standing behind the goal to prevent an offside decision, tried to sneak the ball round into the goal with his fist. Everton were now beginning to press in the golfing sense, not in the attacking sense, and Raitt was trying to redeem his mistake. Irvine once again had misfortune with a drive, and Chadwick hooked the ball over the bar. Altogether it was capital football, full of surprises and possibilities.
PENNING THE ‘SPURS
The ‘Spurs were now being well penned in, Cock taking the ball from Troup and putting a yard or two wide. McBain was much nearer and stronger a minute later. To-day was the last home match of the Everton programme, and the crowd were naturally very anxious for victory. If Everton won to-day they would have the pleasure of breaking records, as this would be the biggest collection of points Everton have obtained in the course of their League engagements.
HAT TRICK BY CHADWICK
Chedgzoy made a superb effort when centring, however, and it was only when Chedgzoy came once again with a lovely centre that the winning goal arose, through Chadwick heading the ball against the inside of the upright, thus completing his hat trick. It was a triumph for the Chedgzoy-Chadwick combine, and naturally enough Chadwick came in for the greatest honour and applause. Kendall’s best work came at the moment when he punched up a very difficult lobbing centre from the left, the ball coming to him awkwardly. A moment later he fell to make a really tip top save from Elkes, but he was quite unable to save when Elkes hit the foot of the upright with a terrific drive, the like of which has not been seen for many days. Moreover, Livingstone save a sure goal when he got down to prevent another ball entering the net. It was an astonishing game from end to end. Irvine scored a fourth from Troup in the last kick of the game. Final; Everton 4 Tottenham 2.

MANCHESTER UNITED RES v.  EVERTON RES
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, April 19, 1924
Parry scored for Everton.
Half-time; Manchester United Res 0, Everton Res 1
Result Manchester United Res 1 Everton Res 1

EVERTON 4 TOTTENHAM HOTSPURS 2
April 21 1924. The Daily Courier.
CHADWICK'S HAT TRICK.
ATTRACTIVE FINALE AT GOODISON PARK.
CHADWICK HIGHEST SCORIST IN FIRST DIVISION
By Jocke.
Everton, on Saturday wound up their home season in a blaze of glory by a decisive victory against Tottenham Hotspur. The game was also notable as a great personal triumph for Wilfred Chadwick, who, in scoring a hat-trick of goals, now becomes the leading scorist in the first division. Play throughout, the ninety minutes was attractive, and at times, the work of the attacks, especially that of Everton, reached the highest. On the run of the game Everton were much the superior side, and there was a balance about the forwards and halves that was missing in the London team, of whom Dimmock and Lindsay were the best.
TWO FINE GOALS.
It was these latter two who opened the scoring with a fine goal, chief credit for which was due to Dimmock, who, after brilliantly working the ball almost to the touch line, passed back to Lindsay, who was unmarked in front of goal. Seven minutes later Everton were on terms with a fine shot by Chadwick, who took a pass from Irvine in his stride. In another ten minutes the same player had given Everton the lead with a terrific right-footed drive from fully 30 yards out. Good shot as it was, I though Blake should have been equal to it, and the keeper appeared again at fault just before half-time, when he completely missed a pass back from Brown, but the ball went for a corner. This dangerous passing back game was the undoing of Everton, for early in the second half Walden put a high centre which Kendall went out of his goal to cover. Raitt, however, reached the ball, and headed it into the empty goal, evidently not aware the keeper had left his charge. For a time Everton simply penned the 'Spurs in their goal area, and at length Chadwick completed his hat-trick, heading a fine centre from Chedgzoy past Blake.
KENDALL'S PROMISE.
Irvine completed the scoring with the last kick of the match, but prior to this the Everton goal had two narrow escapes. Once Kendall made a fine full-length save from Elkes, but just later the homester were lucky when with an open goal at point blank range the same player hit the post. Kendall, the recruit from Lincoln City, made quite a promising debut in the Everton goal, his catching of the ball being clean, and much better than that of Blake, whose timing of the ball was often faulty. Both pairs of backs made mistakes, Livingstone being the pick, for he was always too good for Walden. The Everton halves and forwards were all good, as were Dimmock and Lindsay for Tottenham. Teams: - Everton: - Kendall, goal, Raitt, and Livingstone, backs, Brown, McBain, and Hart (captain), half-backs, Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, and Troup, forwards. Tottenham Hotspur: - Blake, goal, Clay, and Brown backs, Smith, Lowe, and Skinner half-backs, Walden, Osborne, Lindsay, Elkes, and Dimmock, forwards.

MANCHESTER UNITED RESERVES 1 EVERTON RESERVES 1
April 21 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury
CENTRAL LEAGUE
The Everton goal had narrow escape early on, Jones and Miller heading onto the crossbar with fern beaten. Even play followed, and just before the interval Parry scored. After the interval United attack, but were soon repulsed, and Hallam equalised with a long shot.

LIGHT AND SHADE
Athletic News- Monday, April 21, 1924
EVERTON CONQUER ‘SPURS IN FLUCTUATING GAME
A NEW GOALKEEPER
EVERTON 4 TOTTENHAM HOTSPURS 2
By Junius
EVERTON have had very a profitable holiday experience, for following up their success on Good Friday, they prevailed against Tottenham Hotspur Goodison Park. Up to ten minutes from the close, however, the ’Spurs were on an equality so far as scoring was concerned, but at no period of the contest was their footwork comparable to that displayed by the home team, whose forwards and half-backs rose to the occasion in brilliant fashion. Probably the absence of Grimsdell and the injury to Poynton during the week had a bearing upon the very ordinary display of the visitors, who appeared to have no definite plan of campaign. The occasion served to introduce Everton’s latest recruit, Kendal, who, up to a month ago, had played in sixty-six consecutive matches for Lincoln City. He only joined the Goodison club a week ago, and thus was afforded the earliest possible opportunity of showing his ability. It was not until late on in the game that anything out of the ordinary came his way, but then his judgment in dealing with both high and low shots met with general approbation.
Everton’s Strength.
As I have indicated, the outstanding feature of the game was provided by the Everton half-backs and forwards. Not before this season have the two departments shown such a ready conception of each other’s requirements, and the only surprise was that the score was not more pronounced; in fact, the team gave a most entertaining exhibition of how football should be played. Chedgzoy and Irvine were at their best. At the other end of the line Troup was a veritable box of tricks, and the marksman Chadwick recorded his twenty-eighth goal of the season ten minutes from the close of play. John Cock was frequently pulled up for being out of position, and was also out of luck; but he played a big part in harassing the Tottenham defence. The work of Brown, McBain, and Hart reached an exceptionally high standard of efficiency, anticipating the movements of the opposing forwards and intervening splendidly. Rarely did the Tottenham advance guard get thoroughly going, and Lindsay and Dimmock were the only two in the line who caused any anxiety. Lindsay tried to establish cohesion, and frequently swung the ball out; but there was little response, even at times when Everton’s last line of defence showed signs of faltering. In some measure the Tottenham half-back's were responsible for the failure of those in front, for their methods were more of a destructive than constructive character, though Smith did endeavour to be of service in the latter respect. There was little to choose between the respective full-backs. So far as the Everton pair were concerned, there were blunders that cost goals, and I have often seen Clay in happier mood. Brown was unsteady at the start, but he improved as the game progressed. Kendal inspired more confidence than did Blake, for the latter was often at fault, particularly in his efforts to deal with corner-kicks. After fifteen minutes, and against the balance of play, Dimmock simply walked round Raitt and, leisurely dribbling to a few yards from the post, passed the ball back to Lindsay. He was standing five yards out, and, unmarked, beat Kendal with a swift drive. Ten minutes elapsed ere Everton got on terms of equality as the outcome of clever footwork on the part of Chedgzoy and Irvine. The inside man finally flicked the ball across the middle to Chadwick, whose strong shot found the net. This success provided the necessary tonic, and before the interval arrived a similar movement on the Everton right led to Chadwick obtaining second goal with a powerful drive from thirty yards. Ten minutes after resuming, Raitt headed back, but Kendal had taken up a position to intercept a cross drive from Walden, and the ball rolled into the net. Everton had to struggle hard to obtain the lead again through Chadwick, who nodded a quick travelling ball from Chedgzoy past Blake, and after Elks had the misfortune to drive against the post, Irvine completed the scoring with the last kick the match. Everton.—Kendal: Raitt, Livingstone; Brown, McBain, Hart (Captain); Chedgzoy, Irvine, Cock, Chadwick, and Troup. Tottenham Hotspur; Blake; Clay, Brown; Smith, Lowe, Skinner; Walden, Osborne, Lindsay, Elkes, and Dimmock. Referee; A. Timmins, West Bromwich.

ARRESTING FOOTBALL AND GOOD GOALS AT GOODISON
The Liverpool Echo- Monday, April 21, 1924
CHADWICK’S BIG DRIVE
Bee’s Notes
A fortnight ago Cardiff came to Everton and offered, with Everton, one of the finest games of football one could wish to see. On Good Friday the sun and light ball did not prevent Everton and Arsenal giving a good display. Some spectators seemed to think that Friday’s game was not a starring item, but they knew not how the players had been hurt by skinning their toes. Football in April makes the stoutest feet suffer much pain. I thought the Arsenal game was a capital one in most respects. Then came the Spurs, and with the remembrance of the London side’s previous games we were assured a capital exhibition, for they like Cardiff, Arsenal, and others play the right type of football and the real game has a chance to be exploited. It was truly exploited at Goodison Park, and if anyone can provide me with remembrance of a previous occasion when there was more “meat” in the football “pie” I shall be glad to recall it for the benefit of others. Certainly, I don’t remember quite so much incident and punch as the game in Saturday provided.
MAIN FACTORS
First there was a glut of goals. There were cheers and three goals for Chadwick, there was a rich goal for Irvine, whose play has warranted about three, there was a gift to the Spurs when Raitt headed through his own goal, and there was a similar happening when Brown looked like piloting the ball beyond Blake’s customary place, but this time the ball edged out. Add to this the surprise Lindsay goal just when Everton had been hammering the Spurs to bits, and you will realise how the game ran and turned in its tidings. The limit was reached when after having most of the play Everton, leading at half-time 2-1, found themselves all square again. Chadwick brought the hat-trick to boot amid scenes of rejoicing, and then Elkes, the dismissed of Birmingham and Southampton, hit the upright and thus saved a pound. In the finishing touch Everton gained their smile, for Irvine scored, just as Chadwick had done in a previous game this season, with the last kick of the match, there being no time to take the centre. Surely it must be a record for the Walton club to have twice scored when they had left matters so late.
CHADWICK MEMORIES
The game is rather odd in its fatal ways. Williams you may remember was going strong when he went to Chelsea, and like Harland got a very nasty bang. Williams faded out, but there was a time when Everton used to incline towards his name in preference to that of Chadwick. Chadwick has grown in strength, in football wisdom, and he has never lost his booting force. Had he been left out of the team last November and December, he must have gone back, whereas his association with the other members of the side has led him upwards all the time. His latest performance of five goals in two days has made his name resound all over the football globe. He is not so slow as he appears, and apparently the light ball is his desire. While giving the main scorer main honours, we must not forget the wing work that led him to his chances. Chedgzoy revelled in his runs and centres, and has never given a more resolute display. He it was that offered many of the shooting chances. It was Troup who offered Irvine his rich point, and altogether Everton on footwork looked like winning handsomely, yet so flowing was the game that they were eventually hard pressed to gather the full points.
ABOUT THE NEW BOY
Kendall making his debut after leaving Lincoln City was keenly watched. He is very tall, strong, looks to be slow-moving, but probably deceives in this matter because his reach is long and with hand and leg he mopes up space. He did his best in the late stages of play, his punch-up of one awkward shot-centre showing him placid and comfortable in his own belief. His movements bear a stamp of the slow-motion principle; but that he is a goalkeeper of good promise is undeniable. He was unlucky to find his paths cast in awkward places. His baptism was such that it might have unnerved him. First he had no chance with Lindsay’s goal, thanks to Dimmock being allowed to run on and in; second he may not have made clear his intention to pick up the ball that Raitt headed back into an empty goal. He should have no qualms on this point; all the best goalkeepers make themselves heard, and when a man shouts from behind it is the plain duty of all to let the back-marker take the ball. I thought Livingstone covered him  exceptionally well all day; the half-backs were just as usual; no more need be said; the forwards were on their toes, sharp to make combined front against a pretty hard full-back in Clay, who has gone older and staler than usual. Where Spurs disappointed most was at half-back. Skinner was not good, and Lowe was streaky and more concerned about offside pleas than pleasing football. Bert Smith could not hold his wing, while Brown for Poynter was a loss to Spurs. However, the game was one that will lead to many a chat, argument, and a happy remembrance of the day when Kendall made his debut. Chadwick scored three of the best, and the game with Spurs was one long innings for the spectators. Far from the end-of-season favour, it has all the salt of a cup-tie. Everton, I find, have yet to get a point to make secure their highest aggregate for any season in the league. That is the reason their visit to the Arsenal ground will be unusually interesting.

EVERTON’S AIM
Liverpool Echo- Monday April 21 1924
AN ATTEMPT TO MAKE-UP THEIR LEAGUE RECORD
THE VSIIT TO HIGHBURY
SPECIAL CRITIQUE OF THE GOODISON BRIGADE
Everton played Arsenal to-day, and if they gained a point from Highbury match they would beat their previous best in the matter of League aggregates for any season since the formation of the League. Teams;- Harland; Raitt, Livingstone; Brown, McBain, Hart (Captain); Chedgzoy, Irvine, Chadwick, Troup. Arsenal; Robson; Mackie, Kennedy; Milne, Butler, Young; Blyth, Neil, Woods, Ramsay, Haden. Referee.- Mr. Kelso, of Sheffield. 30,000 spectators were present at Highbury when the teams took the field. Everton won the toss, and Woods kicked off for the Arsenal. The home forwards started off with great dash, and Harland was early called upon to save from Woods, who made a great shot which Harland was glad to tip over the crossbar at the expense of a corner. Cock was next prominent with a good dribble, and after eluding the attentions of Butler and Kennedy, he sent out to Troup. The latter sent across a splendid centre, but Cock was unable to regain position to meet the ball. A corner against Arsenal was well placed by Troup, but the Arsenal backs were playing a bustling game and were able to clear their lines.
SABRING THE GUNNERS.
McBain started a good movement in which he whole of the Everton front line participated, but Butler tackled Cock, and set his own forwards moving. Rutherford took a sharp shot at goal, but Harland was alert and saved at the expense of a corner, which Raitt cleared beautifully. Good combination between Irvine and Chedgzoy took the ball well into the home half, and the former made a good effort to open the score, but his shot was covered by Baker. The intense heat was already having its effect on both teams, and a few of the players showed signs of slowing up. Raitt and Livingstone were playing a steady game at back for Everton, and the Arsenal forwards found great difficulty in beating the men for pace. Hands against Brown looked dangerous for the visitors, but McBain robbed Neill when in the act of shooting.
CHEDGZOY’S BULLSEYE
Cock was playing a great game for Everton, and on one occasion he raced away unattended, and called upon Robson to save. Immediately afterwards, Irvine sent in a fast grounder, which passed a yard outside the upright. Chedgzoy received from Cock after 20 minutes, and easily got past Kennedy to go on and score the first goal for the visitors.

EVERTON RES v.  ALBION
The Liverpool Echo- Monday, April 21, 1924
At Goodison Park. A capital attendance witnessed this important fixture, as a loss to the Albion would seriously jeopardise their chances for the championship. Everton played Weller for Kerr at full-back, and also their new goalkeeper Kendall. The game opened at a fast pace, and in the first few minutes Everton had the hardest of luck in not scoring with a couple of drives from Barton and Williams. In each case the ball rebounded from the posts into play. For some time Everton dominated the game and the Albion rarely got to close quarters. Forbes was applauded for beating three opponents only to have his shot charged down rather luckily by Richardson. Sitton and Short carried play to the home goal, and after beating Weller, McDonald came to the rescue with a timely clearance. Another attack by the Albion brought Kendall out, and before the keeper could return Short had the beautiest of chances, but he placed the ball outside.
KENDALL SPOILS BLOOD
Another time Blood, after beating both backs, had a lovely chance of beating Kendall, but the Everton ‘keeper this time ran out and spoilt his shot, thus saving what appeared to be a certain goal for the Albion. Everton then attacked strongly and gained two corners in quick succession. Wall hit the post with a curling shot, Pearson, the Albion keeper, would have been easily beaten. It was a fast and interesting game with both sides showing excellent football. Ten minutes from the interval neither side had scored. Half-time; Everton Res 0, West Brom Res 0

ORRELL v.  EVERTON A
The Liverpool Echo- Monday, April 21, 1924
At Orrell Park. Everton were the more aggressive side in the first half, and after Short and Bower had shot near for Orrell, Heathcote opened the scoring for the visitors, W. Tyrer, or Orrell, tested Macey with a grand shot. Play in the second half favoured the home side, and Short equalised with a fine shot. Williams gained the lead, and after Campbell had shot over Tyrer scored a third goal, Short and Bower increased Orrell’s lead, and Green, for Everton, reduced the margin.
Final; Orrell 5, Everton A 2

ARSENAL 0 EVERTON 1
April 22 1924. The Daily Courier.
EVERTON SPARKLE. EXHIBITION DISPLAY AGAINST THE ARSENAL.
WOODS SENDS PENALTY WIDE.
Despite the heat, the game between the Arsenal and Everton at Highbury, yesterday, was conducted at a rattling pace, which actually increased in the second half. Everton proved themselves to be much the cleverer side, and deservedly won. The Arsenal started off at a convincing pace, and for a time monopolised the game, Everton being rarely seen at the attack, spoiling many movements by the adoption of the pattern-weaving game, which was easily checked by the energetic home defence. Fortunately the visitors at length saw the error of their ways, and altered their tactics by swinging the ball about, indulging in quick dashes, and what was more to the point, shots at goal at every opportunity. This procedure soon brought its reward in the shape of a goal. Brown, in checking a home burst, kicked the ball well in advance of his forwards. Cock and Irvine judged the position hopeless, but Chedgzoy with commendable energy in view of the heat ran forward, although there was nothing to hamper Kennedy in clearing.
CHEDGZOY'S CHANCE.
The one chance in a hundred happened, however, for Kennedy's clearance struck the oncoming Chedgzoy who quickly got the ball under control and ran on. Robson came out, but the Everton winger calmly lifted the ball into the net after twenty-two minutes' play. Up to this time Everton were hardly deserving of the lead, but from this point and during the second half one saw the real Everton. They played with great skill and enthusiasm, and until the finish of the game treated the spectators to a delightful exhibition. The Arsenal missed one golden opportunity of drawing level when, from a centre by Rutherford, which struck the bar and was handled by Raitt, they gained a penalty kick , but woods drove his spot kick wide of the mark. The Everton forwards were sparkling in their cleverness, and the whole line left nothing to be desired. Brown, McBain, and Hart were a tireless and clever trio, McBain being prominent throughout with the splendid headwork. Raitt and Livingstone were generally sound, but inclined to be careless in their kicking at times. Harland always inspired confidence showing fine judgement when the situation called for it. Teams: - Arsenal: - Robson, goal, Mackie, and Kennedy, backs, Milne, Butler, and John, half-backs, Rutherford, Neil, Woods, Ramsay, and Haden, forwards. Everton: - Harland, goal, Raitt, and Livingstone, backs, Brown, McBain, and Hart (captain), half-backs, Chedgzoy, Irvine Cock, Chadwick, and Troup, forwards. Referee Mr. R. J. Kelso.

EVERTON RESERVES 0 WEST BROMWICH ALBION RESERVES 0
April 22, 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury.
CENTRAL LEAGUE
There was a capital attendance to witness this important fixture, which meant a deal to the visitors, for a defeat would place them out of the running for championship honours. It was a good game, with Everton the superior side, and had they accepted their chances they would have won comfortably. Although Pearson kept a good goal he was fortunate before the interval, for both Barton and Wall hit a post with the keeper well beaten. Kendall, Everton's new keeper, was not seriously troubled. In the second half Everton dominated the game, but Williams missed three good chances. Pearson had far more work to do than Kendall, but Everton almost lost the game in the last few minutes, when Blood hit the bar, with Kendall out of goal.

EVERTON’S FEAT
Westminster Gazette - Tuesday 22 April 1924
ARSENAL AND ‘SPURS BOTH BEATEN TWICE IN 10 DAYS
ARSENAL 0 EVERTON 1
Playing delightful football in the closing half, Everton deserved their 1-0 victory at Highbury. Rutherford returned to the Arsenal side, and Everton were at strength. After a somewhat quiet opening, during which Everton were hard pressed, Kennedy miskicked for Chedgzoy to seize his chance to score an easy goal. In the second half Everton gave a taste of their splendid forward ability, but may be accounted fortunate when, from a penalty award against Raitt, Woods missed with his shot at goal. Rutherford made many delightful centres, but Neil was the best Arsenal forward. For Everton Chadwick played a clever and hard game, and but for some fearless tackling by Milne and Mackie might reasonably have scored. Raitt and Livingstone kicked very hard, and were both too prone to find touch. Woods like Cock, was too prone to run into an offside position. In 10 days Everton have twice beaten the ‘Sours and the Arsenal.

EVERTON’S RECORD POINTS
The Liverpool Echo- Tuesday, April 22, 1924
Bee’s Notes
Though a double win against Arsenal, yesterday’s victory being due to Chedgzoy’s goal, Everton have gained more points than ever before in their long history in the League service. Congrats upon the upward turn. Whatever else Everton have done, they have served up attractive football, and that is something for which we must be devoutly thankful. They have also been clean in their work, for which again our thanks and therefore it was a pity that at their “last sitting” they should concede a penalty kick, for they were, up to yesterday morning the only side that had not given away a penalty kick. They stoutly contest that the Raitt incident, yesterday, was more accidental hands. However, Arsenal missed the spot kick and, therefore, the London club, who had been voted safe are, with others around the foot of the ladder, not exactly safe from the relegation bogey, Cardiff assumed the lead again, on sufferance of matches played in front of Huddersfield, who are still probably winners of the League championship.

WEST BROMWICH ALBION RESERVES 3 EVERTON RESERVES 0
April 23 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury.
CENTRAL LEAGUE
West Bromwich Albion Reserves beat Everton Reserves at the Hawthorns yesterday by three goals to nothing. They fielded a strong team including Wilson, who played in the first eleven for the last game, he was one of the outstanding figures of the game, another being Kendall, who played soundly in goal for the visitors. The scorers were Carter, and Blood (2). Kendall, McDonald, and Weller were prominent for Everton, who were outplayed by the Albion's young forwards.

AN idea
The Liverpool Echo- Wednesday, April 23, 1924
Bee’s Notes
Mr. J. Langton writes;- Just a few lines to you to see if the football public of Liverpool can arrange a football match on behalf of Billy Lacey, who is about to finish playing for our local club. He has been a good servant to both our clubs, and I think it is the least we can do show our goodwill to the player by making some present to him before he leaves us. I feel certain the sportsmen of Liverpool would roll up in thousands to pay tribute to such a deserving cause. Everton and Liverpool are now playing good football and I am sure we could pick a team from the two clubs to play either England’s best or the League champions. I am sure if you will give this appeal a small space in your paper it will be taken up at once.

EVERTON RES v  BURY
The Liverpool Echo- Thursday, April 24, 1924
Bee’s Notes
To meet Bury Res in a Central league match at Goodison Park on Saturday, Everton have chosen the following team;- Kendall; Caddick, McDowell; Peacock, Reid, Virr; Parry, Barton, Wall, Williams, Forbes, Kick-off 3.15.
SAD ACCIDENT AT EVERTON GROUND
There is a rushing rustling finish to the season, and the local Cup-ties are being worked off almost twice-nightly. There was one such yesterday at Goodison Park, when Police beat Collegiate Old Boys 2-1, and a Police player, who had scored, broke his leg. Smith the unlucky player, collided with John E. Blair, who was keeping goal, and for once in a way the snap could not be heard.

CHEDGZOY'S CANADAN TRIP.
April 26 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury
Sam Chedgzoy, the Everton footballer, left Liverpool for Canada yesterday in the Canadian Pacific line Onntcalm. For the second time is going to Montreal to fulfil at football coaching engagement during the summer months, he will be back in time to play once more for Everton next season. The members of the Everton team assembled on the prince's dock to bid him bon voyage.

EVERTON RESERVES v.  BURY
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, April 26, 1924
CENTRAL LEAGUE
At Goodison Park Everton’s home fixtures concluded to-day, the ground being in a bad state and the ball hard to control. Bury in the first few minutes attacked strongly, and Kendall saved from Butler. At the other end, Davies made a smart clearance from Barton. The first goal fell to Everton, when Parry, taking a corner kick, placed the ball to the foot of Ford, who beat Davies with a rising shot which just entered the corner of the net. A second goal came to Everton from good work by Williams, who beat two opponents and finished by giving Wall an opening which he promptly accepted. Considering the state of the ground the game was good, and both the keepers were kept busy. The interval arrived without further scoring. Half-time; Everton 2 Bury 0

EVERTON RESERVES 4, BURY RESERVES 1
April 29 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury
CENTRAL LEAGUE
Everton concluded their home fixtures for this season with a well-deserved win. All through the game they were the superior side although Kendall had many ticklish shots to stop. Their first goal came through Forbes, who converted a centre by Parry, and the second was the outcome of clever play by Wall, who beat both backs before netting. With a lead of two goals, the home side opened with quite plays, and after Kendall had saved two smart drives from Butler and Woodhouse, Williams scored a third. Then, from a penalty given against McDonald, Aitkens reduced the lead. Within a minute a similar goal was secured by Everton Wall being fouled in the penalty area. Peacock scored from the spot kick. Both keepers were afterwards tested, but no further scoring took place.

ELLESMERE PORT 1 EVERTON "A" 3
April 29, 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury.
LIVERPOOL COUNTY COMBINATION.
During an attack by Everton in the early stages at Ellesmere to leave the field. The Port made many raids in the first half, and were the better side; but the Everton defence held, and Harrington after missing an open goal for the visitors, made amends by taking advantage of another easy opportunity, and Rooney soon followed with a further goal. Boyle scored from a penalty for the Port but the visitors went further ahead through Rooney.

EVERTON'S RECORD
April 29, 1924. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury.
JACK SHARP CONGRATULATED AT SOCIAL REUNION.
At a social gathering of the Everton directors and shareholders last night at the Exchange Station Hotel, there was a happy and spontaneous recognition of Mr. Jack Sharp, former Everton captain and county cricketer, who was received with musical honours and cheering when Mr. Cuff, chairman of the Everton club, announced that a great honour had been conferred upon Mr. Sharp, he having been choose as a member of the Test match selection committee. Mr. Sharp, answering the call for "speech," said he was very proud of the honours, and no doubt he would soon be getting some postcards from those who would desire to build England cricket teams for him. They had always had great plans at Everton, and he had enjoyed every minute of his sport, whether on the football or cricket field. Mr. W. C. Cuff, who presided, said that Everton had finished in a healthy position, and although they were on a lower rung than last year they had scored more points than ever before in their history. Another record of theirs was the fact that their players had played the finest football in the English League. He was not boasting, he was simply giving the expression of opinion from the people in the North, South, East, and West. Sitting at Wembley on Saturday he overheard a spectator say in regard to the Villa, who were then playing very good football, that they were not playing nearly so well as Everton played at Arsenal's ground. Mr. Cuff said they had not won the Cup or the League when someone present interjected "Shame." "It is not a shame" replied the chairman; "only one club can win the trophy, and our club next season will be the keenest of all to gain the honours.
Regarding the Cup Final he extended to Newcastle their congratulations, and declined that while the Villa played better football for some time, the super-aggressiveness of Newcastle deservedly gained them the day, and it was the best final since 1897, when Everton and Aston Villa were engaged. He added that the Everton club was not out to spend immense transfer fees escept where necessity demands it. Among those present was Mr. Barlow, the Huddersfield chairman, and among those absent was Dr. Baxter, who is ill and has had to give up his work for the time being.

HONOURS FOR JACK SHARP, MUSICIAL AND OTHERWISE
The Liverpool Echo- Tuesday, April 29, 1924
Bee’s Notes
Everton F.C had a gala night last night. They met together with their shareholders, and, remembering that the shareholders always get their dividends season by season, I wonder that the club has not had more of these social gatherings for in truth I should like to attend all such gatherings in connection with companies to whose coffers I have subscribed. I should have just one meeting only! Everton had no trophies to offer; they had no glittering cups; but they had the knowledge that there was a fine merit medal for all concerned, in that Everton were voted the most attractive side of the season. Mr. W.C. Cuff mentioned this fact in no boasting spirit. He simply quoted what has been said all over the country, and one of the most striking tributes was that which Mr. Cuff overheard quite accidentally at Wembley on Saturday, when a spectator, remarking how pretty was the Villa’s play, said “That’s nothing to what Everton served up at Arsenal ground on Easter Monday.” It was a most enjoyable evening, and the pleasure of the evening was added to in a great measure by the rousing funiosities of Neville White, the referee, who found time to tropicalise all the latest features of sport life, notably Mr. Jack Sharp’s appointment as Test match selector -one of three. Mr. Sharp’s popularity was shown when this fact was made known to the meeting, which instantly broke out into musical honours and calls of “Speech!”
REAL ENJOYMENT
Mr. Sharp relied in a short and to “point” speech stating that he was very proud of the honour-which honour I had the pleasure of conveying to him in the afternoon, by the way- and he had no doubt that soon he would be receiving postcards from gentlemen in the room who would desire to pick a team for him! He should never forget the happy days at Everton, in fact, he had enjoyed his sport at all times, whether it was cricket or football. Mr. Hardman, father of “Jubba,” who used to wing it on the left flank with Jimmy Settle, at Everton, appeared at the gathering and was also given a hearty reception, alongside him being Mr. Barlow, the chairman of Huddersfield, who play the Villa a vital match to-morrow night at Aston; directors A.R. Wade, W.J. Sawyer, H. Banks, W. Gibbins, E. Green, and secretary, Tom McIntosh. The entertainment centred upon song, comedy and pianoforte effect, and the result was a happy one. Neville was in his element with his football spectator, Griff Owen was a sheer delight, and George Kelly, Hugh Howell, and versatile Ben Williams kept the “issue” fully supplied. Mr. Barlow thanked Everton for their invitation, and said that it was a joy to meet Everton on and off the field. Shareholders spoke of the officials, and a vote of thanks to them with special mention of the chairman, Mr. Cuff, brought a great night to an end.
ANSWERED
Mr. Cuff made the remark that they had not won the Cup or the League, when someone present interjected “Shame.” “It is not a shame “replied the chairman; “only one club can win the trophy, and our club next season will be the keenest of all to gain the honour.” Regarding the Cup final he extended to Newcastle their congratulations, and declared that while the Villa played better football for some time, the super-aggressiveness of Newcastle deservedly gained them the day, and it was the best final since 1897, when Everton and Aston Villa were engaged. He added that the Everton club was not out to spend immense transfer fees except where necessity demand it. Everyone was sorry to learn that Dr. Baxter, of the Goodison board, was so ill that he could not attend the meeting. He has had to give up his practise for the time being. The only other absentee was Mr. Andrew Cokey, who was out of town.
Everton Reserve team reads;- Kendall; McDonald, Kirr; Peacock, Reid, Grenyer; Parry, Barton, Wall, Williams, and Forbes.
Glentoran are at Everton on Saturday at 3.30 and before that game there will be a tussle which has a bearing on the County Combination. New Brighton Reserve visit Everton “A” at two o’clock at Goodison Park. Everton “A” meet Ormskirk at Goodison Park tomorrow, 6.45. team from Macey, Roberts, Davis, Gray, Rooney, Weir, McGrae, Henshaw, Parry (H), Harrington, Green, Houghton, and Davidson.