EVERTON CHANGES
December 1, 1921. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury
In their efforts to find a centre forward, the Everton Football Club directors are to try Chedgzoy in that position on Saturady against West Bromwich Albion, in whose ranks Everton former-Davies will appear. It is rather surprising to find Englands International out-side right being tried at centre forward by his club, but it is not altogether an experiment for in his West Ham day's Chedgzoy played at inside and centre and in a War-time games for Everton when on leave turned out as leader of the attack. There are three other changes in the side: - Livingstone comes in a left back for McDonald (injured) and the wing halves, Fleetwood and Grenyer are replaced by Brown and Peacock…. Meanwhile 24,000 spectators, who attended Goodison Park to witness the Northern Union match between Australia and a Lancashire league side, Australian won 20 points to 6.

AUSTRALASIAN TOURIST AT GOODISON
Yorkshire Post and Leeds Intelligencer - Thursday 01 December 1921
The Australasian tourists added an easy victory to their long list of successes in the match with the Lancashire League team on the Everton Association Club's ground this afternoon.  They crossed the League line seven times and won by 29 points to 6.  The match attracted about 15,000 spectators, the receipts being $946. 

  

THE SEVERITY OF FOOTBALL
The Liverpool Echo- Thursday, December 1, 1921
Bee’s Notes
West Bromwich against Everton-no change. Albion say Stan Davies played splendidly last week.
I saw Everton’s captain, McDonald, at the handling code game yesterday, and local folk will be glad to know that he is progressing nicely, though, of course, the process is slow, and he suffers much pain at the moment.
THE “FINDER” OF PLAYERS
The “Knowledgeable Correspondent,” to whom I referred in November (?), 1910 again writes under the initials “E.J”;- Perhaps you will remember that after the Lancashire Cup-tie at Blackpool I wrote you (after Everton had booked Beare) to say that they had missed a good man in Clennell -later on (by the way I sent telegrams to Chelsea, Everton, Manchester United, Liverpool, &c), in April 1911, asking if they would go further than the £650 that Blackburn offered for Joe. Later on, perhaps, if you will permit me the space, I will tell you some (in my opinion) amusing episodes that occurred on the journey to Blackburn on the Monday that Clennell played his first match for the Rovers against the Villa. I have told you 11 years ago of certain players (and got myself in hot water for doing so)-Peter Quinn, Levs Thorpe, George Wilson (who played centre for Blackpool Reserve, and played centre half for England last year!) Joe Clennell and Gladwin I can’t deal fully with the thing that matters (Everton’s lowly position) if I become reminiscent, so let that go. Well, well, I am impartial, but I know, and you know also, ‘Bee’ (being undoubtedly the best authority on football in England). Please do not think I am giving you the “glad hand,” but if a man is six feet in height tell him so, and if he is a man, his height is not increased by doing so. Everton want half-backs. It was half-backs kept them in the front rank in the past, Boyle, Holt, and Stewart, Wolstenholme, Booth, and Abbott; Makepeace, Taylor, and Abbott. Who was the man who made them great? In my opinion the centre half at all times. Since the days of Alec Raisbeck I have never seen a better ‘breaker up’ than Brewster-but his coming into English football has the defects that Raisbeck had- in this respect he does not send the ball wings. How many goals were engineered by Jock Taylor when he sent out to Sharp and hardman! Everton won the Cup with one of these passes. I read in to-night’s “Echo” that Everton are playing Chedgzoy as centre. Good luck! I hope his shots from that position are more fortunate than from outside right. Why do Harrison and Chedgzoy, when playing on the wing, shoot from impossible angles? When John Sharp first came to Everton he did so also, but not for long. Those hurricane shots from angles leave me cold. Hoo! hoo! he crowd shout but the shooter hasn’t a chance. Brewster is a class by himself as a defensive player. Let him develop those wing passes, and I will be the first to offer my ‘grate.”
A SPIRITED GAME
Association football is seemingly child’s play to that served up by the Northern Union devotees. It was severity cold yesterday at Goodison Park, but the warmth of the game and the players could not be gainsaid. In fact one player “cast a clout” in his enthusiasm-a similar sort of happening to that which I once saw at a ladies swimming gala when a piece of wearing apparel was torn asunder! Yesterday’s game showed up our weakness in physique and also in speed. Here were men towering over our sort, and yet they were not handicapped to run apace. The speed of Blinkhorn was amazing-his stride carries him through, and he is eel-like in his manner of sliding around an opponent. The big man of the scoring department was Burge, who has been playing since he was sixteen years old. He stepped right out of schoolboy football and played in the class games amongst seniors and like his three brothers he has played for his country and New South Wales. Burge is a huge piece of athleticism. He weighs 14st 10lb, and stands 6ft 1in, and to look at him he does not suggest a mere youngish man of 25 years of age. However, all the fellows disporting against Lancashire yesterday were of that age or thereabouts. Their passing was swift, clean, and beautifully gripped, and it was small wonder that they got well on top of our county by half-time. The standard of the tourist did not prevent him being kind to our spectators. When the war cry was called for they readily responded, and moreover, when a second call was made for it to be made on the far side of the ground they responded again-how different to some of the pros of the soccer game, who are not anxious to help spectator ort anyone else. The difficulty of estimating attendances at Anfield, and especially Everton (with its covered accommodation, and people hiding themselves under the stand), was made manifest yesterday, when the ideas of the gate were multitudinous and wide of the mark. One of the tourists expressed his delight at meeting the Everton people, who he said were splendid sportsmen, and he went on to imagine that there were not 10,000 spectators. Others who visit the ground more often thought it was a good attendance, but not more than 12,000. The attendance, all in, was 25,000 and the receipts near a thousand pounds-an excellent return and one showing the interest of the people in the sister code. The manner in which the players accepted the referee’s decision was, as I suggested yesterday, an object lesson to our soccer friends. The team-work, too, was excellent-each man worked for his side and sank self.

RALLY FOR EVERTON
The Liverpool Echo-Friday, December 2, 1921
Bee’s Notes
Are Everton in the betweenity of their serenity? They are commonly supposed to be what the colloquial statement terms “in the soup.” Can they scrape out? It should not be impossible. A couple of wins will go a long way towards lifting them pretty high and dry. How can these wins be obtained? Only by resolute attack, persistent, and attached to strong shooting from any sensible angle. We all know that Sam Chedgzoy can strike a ball very hard, and remembering his many goals for West Ham from inside right we can expect him to shoot hard and often, for he can dribble ‘cutely and will not be crowded on the touchline-he will have room in which to work and a scrupulously fair man in Bowser to operate against. The match at Goodison Park tomorrow will bring together two disappointing sides and a clean and good exhibition. We shall all be keen to see how Stan Davies fares against his recent comrades and we shall be more than interest in the new formation of the Everton team, and shall note to play of Brown, Peacock, Jones and Livingstone. Albion are not as bad as the chart paints them, but the fact remains that they are no use at home and have drawn most of their points when making visits to other grounds. Everton need to be rallied into action. The big crowd that always gathers at Goodison Park welcome the Albion should make a point of letting the home players know that the crowd iswith them, and that they are anxious to encourage them to victory. Let them have a heart to play and not be cast down by recent defeats. Everton have the men- everyone keeps saying that- therefore it is a question of blending the young with the experienced. I think they will turn the corner to-morrow if the forwards will snoor and if the men will work for each other, swinging the ball about from wing to wing rather than closeting it in one section all the time; Everton; Fern; Downs, Livingstone; Brown, Brewster, Peacock; Jones, Fazackerley, Chedgzoy, Reid, Harrison. Albion; Pearson; Smith, Pennington; Richardson, Bowser, McNeal; Magee, Blagden, S. Davies, Morris, Gregory.

WILL EVERTON EXPERIEMENT SUCCEED?
December 3, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
Many people view the experiment the Everton directors are carrying out this afternoon in playing Chedgzoy at centre with a certain amount of misgiving, and why this should be one cannot say. True, it is no easy matter for an extreme winger to adapt himself to the centre berth, but it has successfully been accomplished before to-day, and there is no reason why the Ellemere Port player should not join the list of those who have made good in a new position. Years ago, Liverpool tried a similar experiment with Joe Hewitt, and so successes was the latter that, if memory does not fail the writer, he headed the list of goal scorers. Now "Joe" came from Sunderland, along with Robinson, where he played on the wing, and as the Reds found themselves in a position similar to that in which Everton are now placed, the experiment of play in Hewitt at centre was tried with happy results. Should Everton prove as successful as did their neighbours, then it will not take long to clear the danger zone, which the club is in at present, let hope it will. In addition to the centre and outside right berths, the blues are making changes in the middle and rear lines. Forward Jones takes the place of Chedgzoy, while in the intermediate line, Fleetwood and Grenyer give place for Brown and Peacock. With McDonald not fit, young Livingstone partners Down, at full back. These changes should tend to put more virility into the side, and should certainly go a long way towards achieving success –at any rate they can hardly result in work play than that seen against Cardiff City. The Throstles after their success against Manchester City, have wisely decided to play the same eleven, which includes Stan Davies, the ex-Evertonian. Last week spectators witnessed Clennell's work for the Welsh Club, and to-day they have an opportunity of seeing Davies. West Bromwich Albion were quite pleased with his display of the latter in his first game for his new club, and it will be interesting to see how he shapes against his former colleagues at Goodison Park. As to the result, a division of the spoils seens probable. The sides are: - Everton: - Fern, Downs Livingstone, Brown, Brewster, Peacock, Jones Fazackerley, Chedgzoy, Reid, and Harrison. West Bromwich: - Pearson, Smith, Pennington, Richardson, Bowser, McNeal, MaGee, Blagden, Davies, Morris, Gregory.

NEW JUNIOR SIGNING
December 3 1921. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury
Bescar – Lane (Southport League) right back, Eastwood, has been signed by Everton Football Club.

WELCOME POINTS
Sports Argus-Saturday, December 3, 1921
ALBION SUCCESSFUL AT GOODISON PARK
IMPROVED ATATCK
By Mavis
West Albion visited Goodison Park to-day with great hopes of demonstrating that last Saturday's victory marked a real turn in the tide. They were unfortunate in not being able to field the same eleven. Bowser being absent owing to ankle trouble, Reed deputising. Everton, who were a little better placed in the table than their guests, made wholesale alterations, the most significant of which was moving of Chedgzoy from his usual berth to centre-forward. The teams were:— Everton; Fern; , Downs, Livingstone; Brown, Brewster (Captain), Peacock; Jones. Fazackerley, Chedgzoy, Reid, Harrison. West Bromwich Albion;- Pearson; Smith, Pennington; Richardson , Reed, McNeal; Magee, Blagden, Davies, Morris, Gregory. Referee; Mr. A. Scholey (Sheffield). The early kick-off was probably responsible for the meagre crowd at the start. It was bitterly cold, but the ground was in capital condition. Albion lost the toss, but were the first to become dangerous. Downs essaying a very daring over-head kick in order to arrest the advance of Blagden. Davies finally placed wide, and Everton proceeded to concentrate in the visitors' goal area. Chedgzoy was in prominence in these advances, and fed his inside with much skill. From one Fazackerley's passes Richardson gave a corner and Reed tried to rush the ball through. Davies was inclined to shoot at every opportunity, but his early efforts in this direction were harmless enough, and it was from Blagden that most of the danger came. After two feeble attacks by Everton had been repulsed, a miskick gave Gregory an opening and from his perfect pass, Blagden rushed through in great style, and laid out Livingstone with a shot which caught the Everton man in the stomach. Reid acquitted himself well in some the moves by the Everton inside forwards, and his anticipation once averted a possible goal, for he turned sharply and kicked the ball from Chedgzoy. Jones was responsible for a nice effort, which yielded a centre, and Joe Smith cleared his line by turning a sharp drive by Reid into touch. The game was not particularly exhilarating,and depended for its interest on isolated incidents. One such incident was furnished by a splendid burst Gregory, who beat two opponents and rushed well into the goal mouth before passing to Morris, whose instant drive was easily held by Fern. The keeper, however, happened to be well over the line when he fielded the ball, but no appeal was made for a goal. Everton were not shaping very well, the wingers being the best part of the team, but Brewster was a stalwart in defence, and watched his old colleague very closely. Blagden twice got through the Everton defence, and had an open goal in front of him each time, but over-anxiety led him to shoot from an impossible range, with the result that Fern saved with the greatest of ease. Pennington and Smith repulsed another of Everton's spasmodic attacks after Pearson had fisted away a good drive by Jones. McNeal fed his forwards with a splendidly conceived pass, and though the resulting effort yielded nothing. Albion came again and scored after 30 minutes' play. Reed opened up the movement, and his pass should have been intercepted by Brewster, but he failed, and Davies snapped up the ball and drew Downs very shrewdly before passing to Morris, who ran in and shot. Fern saved this drive, but returned the ball to MORRIS, who promptly placed it in the net. Albion were in fine fettle. Gregory and Morris being a very potent force. The inside man let fly with great force from Downs mis-kick, and the ball just missed with Fern beaten. After 42 minutes Albion got a second goal. Magee forced a corner, and after a duel with Livingstone he placed the ball so accurately that REED was able to reach forward and head into the net. It was refreshing to see Albion two goals ahead, and better still was the fact that they richly deserved their lead. They played sparkling football, and the understanding between Davies and Morris was perhaps, the best feature. Half-time. West Albion 2 Everton 0
Evert on started the second half as if they were going to wipe out the deficit, and for some time they were persistent in their attention to the Albion goal area. Fazackerley was the guiding spirit of these movements, but the best effort came from Jones from whom Pearson caught a centre, which was fraught with much danger. Gregory at length brought relief by a nice run, which not only transferred play to the opposite end, but enabled Davis to direct a great drive, which went with a bump into the crowd. Magee was also responsible for a rare piece of individual skill and from his centre Morris was all but through, Downs interrupting his progress just in time. Albion were not able to maintain their  pressure for long, and Jones again brought his forwards into the neighbourhood of Pearson without, the Albion defenders being forced to expose their goal to any real danger. Harrison was a force on the left wing, and he got the better of Richardson in one of the best struggles of the game. The Albion half-back recovered, however, and made a really fine clearance. The Everton half-backs were not to be compared with the Albion trio, of whom Reed was playing a splendid constructive game. His ground passing was a model of accuracy. Magee followed up a nice pass by Morris and centred across the field to Gregory, who met the ball and shot with great power into Fern's hands. After a spell Everton attacking had resulted in nothing more than an exhibition of Albion's defensive solidity, play veered in Albion's favour, Gregory and Morris executing several brilliant, moves, in which their footwork at close quarters was delightful. On one occasion they worked a fine opening, but lost it just as quickly through finessing for a shooting chance. Blagden applauded a clever individual burst, which took him well within the danger zone, hut his shot came well within Fern's reach. A pleasing feature of the game was its absolute freedom from rough play or fouls. It was model of what a game should be in this respect. Albion continued hold the Everton forwards, but the defenders had to play for safety occasions. Just before the end Everton rearranged their eleven, and in fierce scrimmage under the bar PEACOCK scored a goal for Everton. Result:-Everton 1, West Bromwich Albion 2.

CENTRE LEAGUE
The Sports Argus, Saturday, December 3, 1921
WEST BROM RES v  EVERTON RES
At the Hawthorns, before 5,000 spectators. Teams;- West Bromwich Albion; Ashmore; Perry, Adams, Newall., R. James. Hatton; Edwards, Bentley, G. James, Freeman, Bedford. Everton; Salt; Caddick, Weller; McGrae, Leddy, Grenyer; Parry, Spencer, Irvine, Wall, Alford. Referee; Mr. H.T. Yates (Bolton). Bentley, who captained Albion, won the toss, and defended the Birmingham-road goal. The opening feature of the game was a remarkably fine centre by Perry, who struck the crossbar with Ashmore beaten. The ball dropped on the goal-line, and Perry was lucky to get in the way of Irvine’s attempt, and prevented him going through. Albion played up wonderfully after this narrow escape, and Salt was kept busy. A glorious chance which came to Bedford was frittered away. Eleven minutes had gone when Everton took the lead through IRVINE, who beat Ashmore with a fast ground shot. A faulty clearance by the same player gave the visitors another chance, but James came to the rescue with a huge punt up-field. Everton came again, and ALFORD easily beat Ashmore a minute from the interval. Half-time; West Brom Res 0, Everton Res 2.
Albion played with considerably more vigour and attacks were plentiful, but the visitors’ defence proved sound, Salt fielding some clever shots from James and Bentley. The home goal was jeopardised once more by the Everton left, but the winger shot wide. Albion played splendidly forward. At the end Everton seemed the masters of the situation.
Result; West Brom Res 0, Everton Res 2.

CHEDGZOY AS CENTRE-FORWARD AT GOODISON
The Liverpool Football Echo-Saturday, December 3, 1921
EVERTON SIGN YOUNG FULL BACK NAMED EASTWOOD
Sam Chedgzoy has played a big part for a long spell with Everton at outside right. Today he was picked for centre, and was watched keenly, as was also Stan Davies now of the opposition (Albion).
EVERTON “PUT TWO,” ALBION “TAKE ALL,”
HOME SIDE GOT NEARER THE DEPTHS
Bee’s Notes
Everton; Fern; Downs, Livingstone; Brown, Brewster (Captain), Peacock; Jones, Fazackerley, Chedgzoy, Reid, Harrison. West Bromwich Albion; Pearson; Smith, Pennington; Richardson, Reed, McNeal; Magee, Blagden, S. Davies, Morris, Gregory.
ALBION’S VICTORY
The main point of to-day’s gathering at Goodison Park was the fact that Chedgzoy was tried at centre; while Stan Davies, ex-Everton a week or so ago, was filling the bill for the rival benches- the popular West Brom Albion club, who made no change from last week, owing to the first success of the side at the Hawthorns. Everton were all out for victory, and tried Brown and Peacock at wing half-back and Jones at outside right, with Fazackerley moving from centre to inside right. Would the plan work? That was the question. Everton agreed that nothing could be worse than last week’s exhibition against ran high among the Goodison followers. Brewster was acting captain, and he decided early in the game to have a pop at goal, but there was no pace in the ball, which was the direct opposite when Chedgzoy made two shots- one a bullet drive that Pearson dealt with, and the other a shot that was blocked. Chedgzoy was facing Reed instead of Bowser, and it is worthy of note that Brown played, despite his severe cold. It was a quiet opening, and Livingstone’s cool methods put the wind up the spectators. However, the young Scot was very sure.
DOWNS IN PERIL AGAIN
So was Pennington who kept the ball in play, although he was angled and headed away  fierce shot by Downs, who afterwards got an awful bang on the knee in saving a certainly from Blagden. This was the first real goal-scoring effort. However, it must be confessed that Harrison would have been a power of danger but for splendid half-back work on the part of Richardson who is of international standard. Jones and Pennington collided, the home man being much shaken and Pennington finding his shoulder blade bruised. When the game was restarted, Morris was unable to take two bouncing balls in the shooting area. This is not the form of the one-time crack scorer. Gregory was over a softish shot, and Chedgzoy was also high with a shot that arose through the referee, Mr. Scholey, missing a handling case on the part of Brewster.
MASTERLEY DEFENSIVE
There was not much to thrill, because the defences were masters of the day, but there came a time when Gregory followed up and beat Brown and Downs by sheer nippiness and persistence. Gregory looked a gift goal in the mouth, and then, instead of passing high to the right wing, he decided to pull the ball back, and by that means cut the chance of scoring into half. Everton were stern triers, with Brewster working desperately hard, yet the Albion had themselves to blame for not scoring three times. Blagden, in his inexperience was all too hasty in shooting from an outrageous distance. He had another fine chance, and tamely shot, instead of passing to unmarked members. Gregory made Downs pay for taking liberties, yet he could not do better than put the ball into Fern’s hands.
ALBION’S FIRST GOAL
Half an hour had gone when Morris scored. The starting point of the goal was found in an over-weening desire on the part of Peacock to indulge in a dribble, and on the part of Reid to pass to the left without fail. Play went up to the visitors’ left and when Davies was tripped the referee allowed play to go on. The result that Morris shot, Fern patted out, and Morris shot a second time without offering hope.
THE SECOND GOAL
Morris nearly scored the second, this honour being the lot of Reed, who nodded a corner into goal without so much as a “by your leave.” Downs conceded the corner and soon afterwards Stanley Davies went near to scoring a goal against his old pals. Reed, who deputised for Bowser, is Pennington’s assistant at the West Bromwich shop, and he has been knocking at the door of promotion for many years. It was a dull crowd and a dull day. Everton’s deficit was naturally worrying the local spectators who could see little hope for improvement. Certainly Chedgzoy was shooting, but there was a lack of fierceness in the home side that was made evident when Downs made attacks as though he had lived the life of a forward. The forward line did not finish off the full back’s good work. Stanley Davies was near with one shot, and very wide with a right foot drive and it seems to me that when he is shouting with the right foot he does not sufficiently turn the toe inward.
WINGER’S “OUT OF SIGHT”
For a long time nothing was seen of the extreme wingers, Harrison and Jones, and after Jones had made a special spurt, Everton reframed their team. Peacock went centre-forward Chedgzoy inside left, and Reid left half. This was something of a revolution, and it had half an hour in which to work a miracle. While it was working out its salvation, Gregory forced Fern to make a catch after which Joe Smith, who used to help Everton in war time football had a tussle with Jones, and saved an ugly situation. Everton revived to a big extent, and Fazackerley’s learn period now included a fine cross drive that was worthy the man. Brewster also made a fierce plunge without result, and with both sides playing ca’ canny and making offside the rule of play became more tactical than practical. Pennington played his usual solidarity game, and called on Magee to keep his eye open to combat the offside theory, and then the old rascal proceeded to trick the Everton forwards into offside. Blagden caught Brewster in a chasing mood, and there was a chastening result, Blagden hurting his arms and ribs. The football was not eventual, and Pa Pearson, an old man with an enormous length of kick, must have appreciated the nice quiet afternoon he was spending and moreover being paid a couple of pounds for it.
YEARNING OF THE CROWD
The crowd of 35,000 yearned for something really sensible and combined on the part of the home forwards and they hoped for something more than attack on the part of the wing half-backs.
Half-time.- Everton nil, West Bromwich Albion nil
PEACOCK SCORES
Peacock scored after 83 minutes after Downs had made the goal possible by a super abundance of energy. Perhaps he had better play centre forward.
Final- Everton 1, West Bromwich Albion 2

LETTER
The Liverpool Football Echo-Saturday, December 3, 1921
“Blue Beard” says-I have always regarded your criticisms as being very fair but I cannot allow to pass without a query the idea that Chedgzoy “has not been playing well on the right wing.” I think he has been Everton’s most consistent performer-
My answer is that everyone likes Chedgzoy, and likes his displays, but I think that, tactically he has not been playing the right game. I am quite happy to give other verdicts than my own, and would say here that I think Chedgzoy has courted the touch and corner line, and has centred too strongly. Good luck to him in the future.

ALBIONS RES v  EVERTON RES
The Liverpool Football Echo-Saturday, December 3, 1921
At the Hawthorns. In the first minute Parry almost scored for Everton. Eleven minutes from the start Irvine beat the West Bromwich goalkeeper. West Bromwich tried had to equalise but the visitors’ defence was sound. Salt saved several difficult shots. Alford scored for Everton just on the interval. Half-time; West Bromwich Albion Res 0, Everton Res 2

WHISTON PARISH v  EVERTON A
The Liverpool Football Echo-Saturday, December 3, 1921
In the first minute Roberts narrowly missed scoring for Whiston. At the other end Bakerstaffe saved well from Kerr and Young. The Whiston forwards lost many openings through weak finishing. Half-time; No score.

EVERTON MANAGER BACK AGAIN.
Sunday Post - Sunday 04 December 1921
We met Tom M'lntosh, the manager of Everton F.C., in Glasgow yesterday. He still seeking a half-backs and forwards. He said he wasn't going to the Qualifying final. Mr W. C. Cuffe, of Everton, and Mr John Nicolson, of Sheffield United, were at the Qualifying final at Ibrox Park yesterday. We hear that they are interested Hogg, of Montrose.

EVERTON 1 WEST BROMWICH ALBION 2
December 5, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
HEADING FOR SECOND DIVISION.
EVERTON'S IMPOTENCY GIVES ALBION A WELCOME LIFT.
The Everton case goes from bad to worse, and the present position (19 th ) of the Club must give both players and directors great anxiety. One must feel considerable sympathy for them, for, try as they will it seems well nigh impossible to find a winning combination. With West Bromwich as the visitors the supporters looked forward to seeing the fourth victory of a season, which is nearly half over, but their dearest wish was denied. Nor, to be perfectly candid, did it ever seem likely to be justified, for from the very outset the Albion went about their work with a confidence and speed, which looked ominous for Everton. At half-time the visitors were two goals to the good and they kept a grip on the game, which was only relaxeden-the closing stages, when Everton reduced the adverse margin, but it was then impossible to save a point.
CHEDGZOY AS LEADER.
There was ominous shaking of the head when the announcement was made that Chedgzoy had been selected as centre-forward. The previous week, after the transfer of Stanley Davies, Fazackerley had been moved from his customary position in the hope that he would pierce the defence sufficiently often to make victory stay with the Goodison team. He was out of his element, but no more so than Chedgzoy, who could not knit the line, while his deputy, Jones, who had been playing well with the Reserves, did not make much use of the chances which came his way. As Sam is essentially right footed from the driving point of view it seemed extraordinary that late in the second half he should be drafted to inside left, but there was certainly more sting in the attack when peacock went into the middle, even although he was under the handicap of a kick on the leg. Fazackerley was rarely able to burst through on his own, while he gave Jones little help, and for long periods the left wing was waiting for passes which did not come. Brewster was clearly one of the best players on the Everton side, but he had a fast and skilful attack to thwart, and Peacock, when in the halves, and Brown were by no means disgraced. Neither could the defence be blamed. Down's kicking was not always certain, and he was inclined to roam, but the latter was a good fault, because if he had not done-so-the goal would never have been scored. Fern had not much to do, and could not have coped with the balls which beat him. Pennington, though an veteran, is still a force to be reckoned with, and kept Pearson well covered, while Richardson was a clever, constructive half and Morris the best in a nippy forward line in which Davies kept the ball moving but was not lucky with his shooting.
THE GOALS.
The first half had nearly run its course when Davies slipped the ball to Morris, who shot hard. Fern parried the drive, but Morris followed up and shot past the custodian. A few minutes later a corner was forced and from this Reed, the pivot, playing in place of Bowser, headed the second point. Three minutes from time Downs took the leather amongst the forwards and whipped it but to Jones who dropped it in the goal mouth, Peacock going over the line in possession. The teams were: - Everton: - Fern, goal, Downs and Livingstone, backs, Brown, Brewster (captain), and Peacock, half-backs, Jones, Fazackerley, Chedgzoy, Reid, and Harrison, forwards. West Bromwich Albion: - Pearson goal, Smith, and Pennington, backs, Richardson, Reed, and McNeal, half-backs, MaGee, Blagden, Davies, Morris, and Gregory, forwards. Referee A. Scholey.

WEST BROMWICH ALBION RESERVES 0 EVERTON RESERVES 2
December 5, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
CENTRAL LEAGUE (Game 16)
Everton Reserves, fared better than the senior eleven in defeating West Bromwich Albion Reserves, by two goals to nil. Irvine opened the score with a fine goal, the lead being increased by Alford just before the interval. The visitors opened auspiciously, clever footwork by the forwards completely nonplussing the home half-backs. Parry was very unlucky with a shot, which hit the crossbar with Ashmore beaten. Matters then became more even, and afterwards ruled slightly in the homesters, favour Salt being kept busily engaged. The second half saw the respective defences in charge, and no further score resulted.

AN EXPERIMENT THAT FAILED
Birmingham Daily Gazette, Monday, December 5, 1921
EVERTON TAKE RISKS AND PAY THE PENALTY
ALBION WIN
EVERTON 1, WEST BROMWICH ALBION 2
By the Throstle
Since the resumption of football, West Bromwich Albion have found their annual visit to Goodison Park, Liverpool very profitable, and victory again adorned their rather tattered banner on Saturday. By all-round superiority, which was more pronounced in the first half than the score suggests, they beat Everton by two goals to one, and had not the other lowly-placed clubs also won, this creditable success would have raised them a peg or two in the League table. Except that Bowser could not play owing to a painful ankle, Albion fielded the same eleven as that which registered their first home win the previous week, but their opponents indulged in a strange shuffling of players and positions, the failure of which wan proved by another rearrangement carried out on the field during the second half. Albion won well, and on their merits. In every department they held the advantage, and in the first half particularly, their superiority was established to a greater degree than the two-clear-goal lead indicated when they retired. Whilst the defence presented a solid and substantial resistance to the frequent but loose and lifeless raids of the Everton forwards, the Albion vanguard made merry, and they launched a series of attacks with a rapidity which revealed the painful slowness of the Everton defenders, of whom the half-backs were as helpless in checkmating the crafty footwork of Morris and Blagden as the full-backs were in keeping pace with Magee and Gregory.
WAS IT A GOAL ?
The latter's cleverness with the ball in close dribbling completely bewildered the veteran Dicky Downs, and on one occasion Gregory beat his two immediate opponents again and again and then served his partner with a beautiful pass. Morris promptly drove for goal and Fern was undoubtedly standing a foot over the line when he gathered the shot but presumably Albion did not see the custodian's mistake, for they made no claim. Half an hour had elapsed when they registered their first goal. A midfield movement in which Reed and McNeal were prominent ended in Davies getting possession and enticing Downs into a trap. No sooner had Downs been drawn than the ball was placed to Morris, whose first shot Fern returned, for the Albion man to give him no chancre with the second. From thence onwards, Albion absolutely ran riot with the Everton defence, and had Blagden shown more coolness and calculation when left with a clear course for goal he should have had two or three goals on his own account. He persisted in shooting at an impossible range, and even Davies, with greater experience, was prone to commit the same error. Just before the interval, however, Magee’s pertinacity earned a corner and a Judiciously-placed kick was finely judged by Reed, who headed a splendid goal. In the second half, Albion committed an error of tactics which might have cost them dearly. Instead of following up the advantage they had gained by exploiting the same methods, they resorted to individual finesse and elaborate combination when within shooting range. It was clever but quits innocuous and the consequence was that the Everton attack became a much more potent farce after the interval than it had been earlier on.
UNSUSPECTED QUALITIES

Indeed it revealed qualities which had not been suspected before, and the "general post," to which half-backs and forwards were subjected certainly made for progress. Neither side could sustain pressure for long, and the rapidity with which play was transferred always held out promise of breakaway goals. So it proved, for with three minutes to go the whole Everton team seemed to have suddenly concentrated near Albion posts, and whilst Downs, metaphorically, digged Pearson in the fifth rib. Peacock scrambled the ball over the line. The remaining minutes were crowded with strenuous—nay, despairing—efforts by Everton to avert defeat, and Downs was still hovering near the Albion backs when time was called. Thus Albion won their fifth match of the campaign, and they proved conclusively that they are an infinitely better side than their dismal record would suggest. They quickly settled sown to winning ways, and alternating plain go-ahead tactics with subtlety and adroit manoeuvre they made the Everton look very poor stuff.
A PERFECT UNDERSTANDING.
The forwards developed a perfect understanding, uniting purpose  with enthusiasm in happy blend. end the only criticism one can offer is over-anxiety on the part of Blagden to score-an error pardonable enough. Morris again gave of him very best, and his goal against Manchester City seems to have restored his confidence, for he was always dead on the mark on Saturday, and one magnificent drive flashed by the post a second or two before Fern had flung himself at the speeding ball. Albion's defence was resourceful and complete. There were no loose ends, and the adequate covering which the backs gave to Pearson almost limited the letter's service to his side to wonderful goal-kicks and clearances, which planted the ball right among his forwards. Reid played a splendid game as Bowser's deputy, and his constructive work was as good as his tackling. It was due inno small measure to Reed that the experiment of playing Chedgzoy at centre-forward was a failure. Teams:— Albion; Pearson; Smith, Pennington; Richardson, Reed, McNeal; Magee, Blagden, Davies, Morris, Gregory. Everton; Fern; Downs, Livingstone; Brown, Brewster, Peacock; Jones, Fazackerley, Chedgzoy, Reid, Harrison. Referee Mr.  A. Scholey (Sheffield).

EVERTON’S TROUBLE
Athletic News- Monday, December 5, 1921
AN UNSUCCESSFUL EXPERIEMENT WITH CHEDGZOY
EVERTON 1, WEST BROMWICH ALBLION 2
By Junius
Everton made further changes in the hope of checking their lean experiences of the past two months for the match with West Bromwich at Goodison Park. Chedgzoy appeared in the role of centre forward, with Jones operating at outside right, and the two wing half-backs, Fleetwood and Grenyer, gave place to Brown and Peacock, whilst Livingstone figured at left full back in place of McDonald, who was injured the previous week. The changes did not relieve the anxiety in the camp, for there was little of a convincing character in either half-back or forward play. At the outset Chedgzoy opened out the game, and made several creditable efforts to score, but afterwards the forwards were merely units, without any apparent plan of campaign. For the greater portion of the first half Fazackerley and Jones were rarely seen, and most of the incisive advances were left to the left wing. There was a slight improvement in the second half, following upon a rearrangement of the forces, but at no period did the movements encourage confidence.
WHERE CHEDGZOY WAS MISSED
Chedgzoy’s wing flashes were greatly missed, and altogether Everton’s forward work reached but a very ordinary standard of efficiency. There was little virility in half-back play, which resulted in much pressure on the last lines of defence. In marked contrast was the display of the Albion intermediate division, where Reid, who took the place of Bowser, suffering from an injured ankle, played a sterling game. The whole three displayed a capital working arrangement with the forwards and movements were developed in promising fashion. Keener on the ball and clinching their work by sheer persistency, the West Bromwich forwards, particularly on the left, caused many anxious moments to the Everton defenders. Both rear divisions put up a stubborn resistance, and here again the Albion could claim a slight advantage. Half an hour had gone by, when MORRIS, after testing Fern, at close quarters, pounced upon the keeper’s partial save, and drove hard into the net. Two minutes from the interval, Magee, who had been rarely in the picture, forced and placed a corner kick for REID  to nod into the net. With two goals against them, Everton improved somewhat on the resumption, but the last ounce was always wanting when the goal area was reached. When Chedgzoy gave place to Peacock, with Reid dropping to left half-back, the play ran more smoothly, but success was deferred until three minutes from time. Downs was primarily concerned in reducing the Albion’s lead. As on other occasions he threaded his way up to his forwards, and placing to Jones the latter forced a corner, following which the Everton right back was again in evidence and made it possible for PEACOCK to score from a ruck of players. Pennington was a great asset in the Albion’s rear-guard, as, no doubt Fazackerley, who had quite an off day, would be ready to admit. Smith, too, covered Pearson with good judgement, and as indicated, Reid, at centre half-back, was generally equal to the best efforts of the Everton inside forwards. Richardson had the measure of Harrison and Reid throughout the game, while Gregory and Morris best represented the forward line. Fern had no chance with the shots that beat him. Downs was the outstanding player on the side, and Brewster a capable centre half-back, but none of the forwards accomplished anything out of the ordinary. Everton; Fern; Downs, Livingstone; Brown, Brewster (Captain), Peacock; Jones, Fazackerley, Chedgzoy, Reid, and Harrison. West Bromwich Albion; Pearson; Smith, Pennington; Richardson, Reid, McNeal; Magee, Blagden, Davies, Morris, and Gregory. Referee; A. Scholey, Sheffield.

DOWN, DOWN, DOWN THEY GO -THE EVERTON CRY
The Liverpool Echo- Monday, December 5, 1921
Bee’s Notes
There was much that was doleful on Saturday. Everton lost again. And at home, too. They did not look liker winning. But Everton! Let us tread warily. You cannot expect to mend the side in a weak. The change showed us something.
WHO IS SHOUTING
Brown and Peacock started in very resolute manager and linked up with their forwards. Later they fell away. Someone has given a reason for this. It is that someone has put them off their game by shouting. It may have been the case. There is far too much shouting on the field. Chedgzoy merits a big word for his endeavour. He was ceaseless in his runs, and smarting attacks, and he gave the Albion defence no peace. He shot. One could not say that the display of Fazackerley at inner right solved matters- rather the opposite. Jones was not working smoothly and could not be judged on the run of that game as a failure. Harrison and Reid were up against a powerful and clever half-back in Richardson, and they came in patches and helped their own lack of success by playing “together” from first to last. Everton will not regain their form till they swing the ball from wing to wing and go in for some sense of combined effort. The nippiness of the Albion side has for many years been a barrier to Everton. You may ask, “What would you?” Well, I would not become panicky, though the side is down among the dead man. With Arsenal, Cardiff, Bradford City, and Birmingham winning, the position at Everton is well-nigh calamitous. But nothing will be gained by frantic haste in shifting players. The club was slow to recognise the shifting process, and having done so, should not buffet players about. There is want of enthusiasm. Would that we could get some of the earnestness and inspiration of the Australian side into the Goodison boys, who doubtless feel their position and play accordingly.
TACKLE AS WELL AS FEED
I would not alter the half-back line for tackling and not to throw work on the backs after they are once beaten. Then I would, if needs be, bring Downs centre forward. He, like Chedgzoy, has played there before to-day. Chedgzoy played in war-time football as pivot, and I think the club has a back they can spare to enthuse the forwards into action. This would lead perhaps to alarums in defence being lost. It makes one breathe heavily to see Downs taking enormous risks and Livingstone dribbling near goal. Livingstone is a class player and is worthwhile, but with the pair playing together the positions become rather dangerous needlessly, unless it is that we do not trust them both sufficiently. Certainly, Livingstone knows how far to go, or he would not have passed back to Fern when but two yards from goal. It seemed folly to split the team so flagrantly in the second half by turning an outside right to inside left and making Reid a left half, whereas if a change had to be made a simple expedient would have been to have got Fazackerley and Chedgzoy to change places, leaving Peacock undisturbed. The whole position is fraught with anxiety and can be weighed up in many different ways. Nothing will be gained, I claim by doing the Wall trick- playing him for one game, then relegating him to the second team or to the stand. Such a case was that of Danny Shone, of Liverpool, who was played in the first team and then into the THIRD team the following week? Go in, Everton! Steady up, combine, shoot! Take the first-time shot for a change and your fortune will turn. Albion impressed in some directions. Their defence is as stocky as of yore. It does your heart good to see a man like Pennington wearing down the younger generation by tactics and football. Gregory is a star wing-half-back, and Reed, in for Bowser, was excellent. McNeal also wears well, and if the forward line is not as deadly as of yore it still knows how to keep the ball down and to make telling passes. One pass along the ground is worth a dozen up the air. Blagden the forward has come to stay-he is just lacking experience to know what to do at the particular moment the goal looks open. Stan Davies got some genuine applause for hard shots. I wonder if he would have been dropped had he been given more encouragement at Everton early in the season? Take your hands out of your pocket, spectator! Give the lads a rally! It will warm you, too!

HOE CHEDGZOY WAS CHOSEN AS CENTRE
The Liverpool Echo-Tuesday, December 6, 1921
Bee’s Notes
In Switzerland there is a frozen river called Gryndallwald. To look at it is complacent, solid, and sure. But you hear a thunderous noise, look up, and find that at the top of the glacier there is a faint running of broken oddments of ice. All the rumbling has come from the inside and the surface does not suggest such a huge eruption in the middle piece. Something similar seems to be happening at Everton, and we shall not mend matters if you do not aim at accuracy, no matter whether the incident concerns director or player. Thus I want to correct a contemporary who suggests that it was the fault of the directors that they should fix on Chedgzoy as a centre forward. My information is that Chedgzoy was anxious to have a trial in that berth. Having made that important correction, let us get on with the study of Everton F.C., about whom I said yesterday, “Don’t go panic-stricken,” and then I went on to pick Downs centre. People may say that was panicky, but the Everton forward line on Saturday’s showing is in a dread condition. I am told that a winger was chaffed about his game, and replied to the spectator; “You come over and see if you can do better.”  LET US HAVE AN END OF THIS GROSS UNSPORTSMANLIKE ACTION TOWARDS PLAYERS. Silence in the paddock. Let me quote you a famed player’s idea of Everton. He says he could pick a winning team for them, and suggests Downs and Weller backs, Fleetwood, Brewster, Grenyer half-backs; Wall centre forward, and some one else, and Chedgzoy right wing. How do you like it? Undoubtedly there are many rumblings at Everton, and they suggest that there is more in the dressing room than meets the eye. Of course the rumour that Liverpool players would be transferred this week across the park is without foundation, but it is to be feared that the surface look of the Everton “camp” is like the glacier-the rumbling inside is unmistakable. The club should seek diligently to find out the cause of the disturbance and root it out.
CHANGE AND NOT DECAY
The many letters which have appeared in your paper with reference to the lowly position of the Everton F.C seem to have omitted to touch on the points which to my mind are mainly responsible for it (says “Old Blue”) Point 1; Everton as a team play without any enthusiasm. One of the reasons for this may be, as you suggested, the too frequent changes. But whatever the reason, the spirit of the Everton teams of old is missing. Point 2; A lack of common sense in the management. Without going outside the players they have at present on the books. Everton can field a team second to none. They have many men on their list who would benefit the club and themselves by a change of position. The first aim of a reserve team is not to finish high in their own competition, but to supply capable men for the first team. Instead of trying a man in a new position in the first team, give him a run of a few weeks in the reserve team. In the course of a few matches they could from a good idea as to a man’s possibilities. Many of the finest men the club have ever had, have been change of position men- Taylor, Abbott, Harris, MaConnachie, etc., are just a few. What might Grenyer do as a forward? Wall might make a half, and Brown a forward; Livingstone a half, and Jones, an inside forward. Why has Reid signed as a centre forward and never been played in that position? 
POLCIY OR LAGACY
The position of Everton compels one at least to say something on the policy of the club that has brought about the team’s present position (writes “Old Blue”) Who are the wreckers that have acquired shares and thrown from the board such excellent men as have served in the past and brought the club to a position of eminence? Men who knew the game and struggled with the club in the dark days when finance was a serious problem. If the Everton directors of those happy bygone days had pout a team out that played the inferior football that is now being played at Goodison, I am afraid there would have been no Everton team to-day. But happy are these days for directors; finance and overdrafts do not trouble them, and spectators will pay to see anything that is called football. These directors were going to make a marvel of a team for us, but they did not say it was to wear the bottom out of the League.
OTHER CORRESPONDENTS’ VIEWS
“Little Boy Blue” says- Whilst not usually in favour of drastic measures, I feel that the directors might almost make a clean sweep of the half backs and forwards, and find places for some of the younger blood from the reserves, and what is more, persevere with the new foundation.
“G. Up” says; Reid would be one of the best half backs in the League after about five or six games. What is the matter with Downs as inside right? I would not favour any man. In the forward line we want fire. Try Chedgzoy, Downs, Irvine, Harrison, and Alford. Could you induce Richardson to throw in his lot with Everton as a Christmas box? On form he is the best right half I have ever seen play.
   “Paddock” says; -The Blues forward line needs gingering up and I would suggest; Chedgzoy, Irvine, Downs, Peacock, and Harrison.
   “Disappointed” says;- I should like to know why they dropped Fleetwood. He is one of the most consistent of players. His substitute has played well but would no doubt show himself to a greater advantage as an inside-right. My humble suggestions is; Fern; Downs, Livingstone; Fleetwood, Brewster, Peacock; Chedgzoy, Brown, Irvine, Reid, Harrison.
   “Cheapside” writes;- When Irvine was played at Anfield, why did not he receive support from his colleagues. The directors seem to have abandoned the policy of reckless expenditure on so called first-class men, and they might now try with success the reserve forward line. What is a reserve team for.

EVERTON BRING BACK IRVINE AND CROSSLEY
The Liverpool Echo- Wednesday, December 7, 1921
Bee’s Notes
Everton F.C met last night, and decided upon the same defending lines that served at home last week against the Albion. They decided to bring into the attack Irvine and Crossley. Crossley had been damaged, but is now fit. The decision to play the same half-backs must be commended. The men have not warranted removal in one solitary game. It is passing strange, however, that the attack should be modelled just as it was weeks ago, when Irvine, the Irish boy, was the middle piece and the wings were “the usual.” Chedgzoy goes back to his best post, and it is top be hoped that now the forwards have been given a further chance., they will play together and not take all from the centre without giving something to him in return. Everton dropped Irvine all too hurriedly, and have had to “come back” to a former selection. It has been noticed this season that players drop out for one week only and then regain their place; but in  this case the youngster was plainly not able to play himself in because of the methods adopted by other members of the team. It is essential that the boys should now pull hearty and strong. They will find backing if they play earnestly and recover lost ground. Teams;- Everton at West Brom, Lime-street, 9.40; Fern; Downs, Livingstone; Brown, Brewster, Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Crossley, Harrison.
Res, at home to West Brom;- Salt; Caddick, Weller; McCrae, Leddy, Reid; Jones, Wall, Roberts (a Whiston player, just signed), Livingstone, Jun, and Alford.
Harold J. Uren, ex-Everton and Liverpool F C. winger, writes; After having had such a fine time at the swimming gala at Seacombe I feel compelled to put my appreciation into writing. As an ordinary individual who, although very fond of the water, has never attended such a gathering before. I wish to express (not for myself alone) the highest possible appreciation to all the participants and organisers. I cannot imagine a more entirely “sporting” and well-conducted affair, and it is splendid to know that these meetings have such whole-hearted support.
EVERTON CRITICS
Get a decent centre forward, and try and achieve any success with the men at present on their boots. While I will always back you up with regard to fostering local talent and giving the youngsters every chance, I think with a centre like Hughie Ferguson the Blues would solve their forward problem.- Thus “Scottie.”
  “Kirkdale Blue” writes;- I had a friend in Birmingham, and he saw the Reserves playing West Brom. He told me he saw Caddick, Parry and McCrae, of the A team.  All played a good game. Well, give these boys a chance. It is not nice to read that Mr. McIntosh and Mr. Cuff were in Scotland on Saturday, while Liverpool were at Blundellsands and Orrell getting boys for a mere song!
  “Auditor” writes;- As a loyal and staunch supporter of the “Blues” I must thank you  gratefully for your “block letters” condemnation of the conduct of certain spectators in the paddock towards an Everton winger in the match versus West Brom. Such remarks towards the players are a disgrace and abomination, and show an appalling lack of sportsmanship and decency by much persons. A true sportsman is a person who will stick to his club through thick and thin, and support it wholeheartedly in bad as well as in good times, and evidently some of the persons who frequent the paddock are far from being true sportsmen. A man can only do his best and no more.
  “Diddled” -Your caustic wit is too severe. However, I will give one line;- Three good inside men would be Jefferis, Bobby parker, and Clennell. Shush!
  “Blue Nose” wants to see Harry Makepeace turn out in his old position, and says he is not too old yet.
A CRITIC OF THE BOARD
“Old and Disgusted Shareholder” says;- We have not won a game out of the last 12 matches played. Was ever the Everton club in such a pitiable position? The men who are in charge bluffed the shareholders to give them an opportunity to rule the club. An effort might be made by the shareholders, and led by the present board, to get the assistance of one who, by his service to the club through the many years of its prosperity, showed that it had a place in his heart, and that he was anxious for its success; and I, therefore, through your columns, Mr. Bee, make a request to the board and to the shareholders to this end, and I hope if such a move is made that Mr. Clayton will give the old club the benefit of his advice in the future.
  “B.Q.” reckons Everton’s poor position is not entirely due to bad football, but is due to that state of affairs which affects every club some time during its career-striking a bad patch. Everybody knows the style of football which is always served up at Goodison-that is clean, good, and wholesome, and perhaps if they played other than that style of the game they might be higher in the table than they are. I would appeal to all supporters of our boys in blue to try and overlook the shortcomings of the team, and give them more encouragement.
TURN TO “HANDLING.”
My week-end has been spoiled by Evertonians (says “F.S”) Their groans and wailings are heart-rendering, and they simply refuse to be comforted. What will save Everton from the Second Division is the text of their moaning.  One expert stated that the back division should be brought to the forward line and vice versa. My opinion was sought and early given, remembering I was in the select company of Soccer friends, with held, promising to seek your sympathy by publishing my suggestion through your notes. Now, I have it on the authority of these good and loyal supporters of Everton F.C that the team cannot play football. If this is so, why not turn them into a Northern Union Rugby club? The Rugger game is much more appreciated judging by the comments &c., passed at the Australian Lancashire County match and I feel certain the Everton players would excel in the “scrum” where they could mix up their differences.
   Are there any differences?

IRVINE AGAIN TO LEAD THE BLUES ATTACK
December 8, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
In the Everton side chosen to meet West Bromwich Albion, at the Hawthorns, on Saturday Chedgzoy returns to his position at outside right, and a further trial is given to Irvine as leader of the attack. Crossley again comes into partner Harrison. The rear line are the same as last week. The full side is as follows: - Fern, Downs, Livingstone, Brown, Brewster, Peacock, Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Crossley, and Harrison. The Reserves, eleven against west Bromwich Albion Reserves includes David Reid, the first team inside left, at left half. The side will be led by Roberts, of Whiston Parish, and will include Livingstone, brother of the back, who is on trial. The side will be: - Salt, Caddick, Weller, McGrea, Leddy, Reid, Jones, Wall, Roberts, Livingstone, and Alford.

HOW EVERTON CAME TO THEIR LOWLY POSITION
The Liverpool Echo- Thursday, December 8, 1921
Bee’s Notes
AROUND AND ABOUT
I gather that Everton are more than busy looking around for new players. London, Scotland-anywhere and everywhere are they going about for the purpose of strengthening their weak places. Of course, when a team goes as Everton has done it cannot be mended in a moment. It is unfair to charge the present day board with frailties, for it can be safely said that this thing has not crept on the club this year alone-it is not so long since the old beard was chided for their failure to gather a team together, and the main reply was “Injuries”-which was what had happened to other sides which had-got over their troubles! No Everton has become old in the field altogether, and warnings given in this column were not heeded, so that the cry of A.D. did not bear fruit, and when results forced it home, then the reserve talent had to be brought up all of a heap, in a hurry, without sense of security and without confidence. The reserve team cannot be blamed for the position. There is a way out. That way is clear-younger men must have a steady run with the side when they merit it. What can one make of the dropping of Jones? He had one run. True, Chedgzoy is the better outside right. I quite appreciate that, but Chedgzoy himself, when in the reserves, had a long struggle against the boardroom selectors. I think it was a famed half back who said, “Everton’s best outside right is still kept in the stable. So Chedgzoy could feel for Jones in having just one airing, and without good passes he was bound to be somewhat of a failure. That is where I get up against team selectors. “Sit still” is a maxim when you are giving anyone a chance.
HARKING BACK!
I have never written you before, but seeing the little trouble that we are having at Goodison. I think it a good chance (says “S.M.J.”) Thirty-one years ago Everton were a bit pushed for a centre forward, so they played a full back there. I wonder how many of the present-day supporters could place that team. Here they are;- Cox, Hammond, Parry, Chadwick, Milward, Kirkwood, Brady, Cain, Holt, Hannah, and Dan Doyle., strange to say, they played West Bromwich. They were some team! We sae some goals scored in those days. They beat Earlestown 9-1, Witton 6-0, Sheffield United 10-1 (away), Aston Villa 7-0, Witton 13-0, Notts Rangers 14-0, Notts Forest 7-0, Glasgow Rangers 8-1, Derby County 11-2. The Derby County match was an English Cup-tie, and Derby scored first. Then Everton got busy. To get back to the present, they must get a centre. While waiting why not put Fleetwood there?
   “Disgusted” writes-What’s the matter with Everton? For about two or three seasons now things don’t seem to be working as they should do. Last season they had an away record scored to none, but their home one was bad; but this season-well, enough said! There are lads in the Reserves who ought to be given a place in the League eleven- Garrett, Moffatt and Irvine in particular. How would this forward line suit; Chedgzoy, Irvine, Moffatt, Reid and Harrison?  Now that the Cup-ties are drawing near, Everton will have to strengthen the weak spots, or they’ll be in the soup. 
  “C.C” (Bootle) says; “Without a doubt, to date, Fleetwood has been Everton’s best right half. He played well in both the Derby games, and I think Peacock should still be persevered with. He is always eager to make a sixth forward, and I think he plays to them well. The forward problem is the hardest of all. The following is my lot; Fern; Downs, Livingstone; Fleetwood, Brewster, Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Reid, Crossley, and Harrison.
PROSECUTIONS WANTED
“Deep Blue” writes; I have never troubled you before, but I would like to say that I agree with you in saying. “Let us have an end to the unsportsmanlike action of spectators.” It makes me ill to listen to the remarks passed at our local grounds, viz; This year “Forshaw is the best.” Last year he was a pie &c. do the spectators think of the mornings when they turn out to work and feel ill and done up? Well, a player can easily turn out the same way. I dare say Grenyer has turned out that way, for in the Cardiff match he struck me as a man who was not in the best of health. Everton are down at present, but are a long way from being out, and the tide will turn and the men who were ready to grouse will be the first to shout. I have heard remarks slung at Chedgzoy on the paddock side that were enough to kill a man let alone put him off his game, and the Everton directors should see that it is stopped. Prosecute a few and the others would soon stop.
A WAY OUT
The following side would just about pull the Everton ship into placid waters;- Fern; Downs and Downs; Downs, Brewster and Downs; Chedgzoy, Downs, Peacock, Downs, and Harrison. This is signed “Up and Downs.”

EVERTON’S HOPES AT UNHOMELY GROUND
The Liverpool Echo- Friday, December 9, 1921
Bee’s Notes
In the very interesting article written by a colleague in the Blind Men Footballers will note that one of the men offers his view on the best forward line Everton have at their command. As it happens, this very line has been chosen to try to get Everton some points, with which they have been unacquainted for a long time. Everton’s attack reads very well, and it will interest followers of the side to know that the players themselves have a good opinion of Irvine. Let us give the men a really and send them into the field with a new confidence. They cannot complain that the Fates are not with them this week, for the Albion at the Hawthorns simply don’t know how to win. They have succeeded once since the season opened. Keep that in your mind’s eye, Everton, when you face Davies and Co. Albion were not convincing last week, but they played the open game and kept the ball on the floor. That allied to enthusiasm and practical methods, got them their victory. Let Everton copy them in all save their shooting- the Blues must test the goalkeeper more than the Albion tested Fern, or we shall not need to look for goals. Go in, Everton, play together, and win. Everton; Fern; Downs, Livingstone; Fleetwood, Brewster, Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Crossley, Harrison. West Bromwich; Pearson; Smith, Pennington; Richardson, Bowser, McNeal; Magee, Blagden, S. Davies, Morris, Gregory.

EVERTON QUEST OF POINTS.
December 10, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
It is not with any light hearted feeling that Everton make the journey to West Bromwich Albion for the return game with the Throstles. The Club is in a position in that points cannot be lost with immunity –that is if the Blues wish to maintain their record like that of the Villa, untarnished. As one of the original clubs that founded the League, Everton have never been relegated, and it would be a great pity if that fine record should now be broken. There is of course, still some distance to go and much may happen between now and next May, but a win to-day would do the men as well as the club an immensity of good. The players realise the position and are out to show that last week form was all too bad. The directors, showing their confidence in the players, are leaving the rear and intermediate lines unchanged. Forward, however, Chedgzoy reverts to his old position, while Irvine will lead the attack with Crossley on his left hand. The only change in the Albion side is that Bowser returns as pivot. It should be a much better game from an Everton point of view, and the wearers of the Blue jerseys will have done well, if they succeed in sharing the spoils. The sides are: - Everton: - Fern, Downs, Livingstone, Brown, Brewster, Peacock, Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Peacock, Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Crossley, and Harrison. West Bromwich: - Pearson, Smith, Pennington, Richardson, Bowser, McNeal, MaGee, Blagden, Davies, Morris, and Gregory.

THE GENIUS OF FERN
The Sports Argus, Saturday, December 10, 1921
WONDERFUL GOALKEEPING ROBS ALBION OF VICTORY
ENTERPRISING ATATCK
By Marvis
The visit of Everton to The Hawthorne to-day proved very attractive, for there wasa much better gate than late, to which fact Albion's smart win last week had doubtless contributed. Both teams were announced. West Bromwich Albion; Pearson; Smith, Pennington; Richardson, Bowser, McNeal; Magee, Blagden; Davies, Morris, Gregory. Everton; Fern; Downs, Livingstone; Brown, Brewster, Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Crossley, Harrison. Referee; Mr. A. Scholey (Sheffield).
Albion lost, the toss and defended the Birmingham-road goal, but it was at the other end that, the first incidents of note were witnessed. Magee made a brilliant centre from the line and both Morris and Blagden made praiseworthy efforts head through alter Fern had fisted one shot away Magee headed wide. Reminders of old duels with Barnsley were afforded by the tactics Downs, who twice kicked very tamely into touch when pressed by Gregory. Everton forced an abortive corner. Then followed a series of smart raids by the home forwards, who were playing in perfect cohesion with their half backs. Blagden got in the first direct shot, which deceived Fern but passed outside, and in the next few minutes Morris, Davies, and Bowser had all given Fern cause tor anxiety, though nothing tangible accrued. Chedgzoy and his partner caused a diversion by a movement which deceived two opponents, and after Smith had headed away the forwards came againand Bowser sought relief in a pass back to his goalkeeper, when Irvine was making for goal. Magee was responsible for a smart burst, checking Harrison cleverly and sending across to Gregory, who vainly tried to work his own way through the Everton defence. At the opposite end Brewster had a chance of a deliberate shot at a dead ball, and he got any amount of power behind his kick, but it caused more danger to the Albion goal reason fact that it cannoned off defender and Pearson had to drop on his knees to grasp the ball. Everton were now very aggressive, and Chedgzoy sent in a good drive that just missed the upright. The Albion forwards got the opposition into a rare tangle in another brilliant movement. Davies crossed the ball at an angle which beat Fern, and seemed to leave the goal at the mercy of Gregory but the excitement of moment caused the winger to send high over the bar. A moment later Morris got in lovely drive, which Fern deflected against the bar. It was something of a shock when these hairbreadth escapes were followed by a goal Everton after 24 minutes. Richardson had just retired owing to an injury when the ball was sent to the right, and Chedgzoy returned a centre which CROSSLEY turned into the net. Pearson having no chance. Albion responded gamely, and kept the pressure up for a spell, but the next opportunity came to Gregory, and he sent the ball behind. Chedgzoy was playing a splendid game in his proper position, and most of the sting in the improved Everton attack came from this quarter. Blagden's skilful footwork and Magee's dash earned a corner, from which Davies headed too high, but near that there was an eager shout " Goal." Harrison led spirited raid by the visitors, and the ball was under the control one or other of the forwards until Chedgzoy placed behind. Some capital football woe being witnessed, the standard of individual play being high. Everton playedcapitally together, and their forwards raided the home defence with a frequency which held out promise of more goals. The Albion forwards, towards the interval, appeared to have lost their enterprise in front goal, where several openings were wasted by tardiness in shooting. Davies and Gregory were both at fault in this respect, but credit was due to Downs for his smart tackling. They soon rallied, however, and Magee sent in another sparkling centre and when Gregory met it with a first time effort ball hit Downs body and went behind. From the kick Morris made another good drive, but Fern turned it over the bar with a great effort. Albion were still a goal behind at the interval, but on the run of the play they were hardly deserving of this. Half-time: —Everton 1, West Bromwich Albion 0
Within a few seconds of restart Davies and Morris had sent the ball past the Everton posts, whilst the latter misplaced a pass which should have given Gregory an opening. The Everton right wing revealed a nice understanding, and both their opening efforts brought Pearson out ofgoal to gather the ball from Fazackerley. When Gregory beat Downs and centred Davies met the ball, but found his passage blocked by two defenders, and a wild shot was the only result. Morris and Blagden threaded their way through the opposition, but fell into Fern's trap, the Everton goalie smothering Blagden final shot. A long kick by Pearson was cleverly trapped by Davies, who beat three opponents and then drove for goal, the ball just skimming the bar. Loud cheers greeted this fine effort. There was a brief stoppage owing to an injury to Pennington, whose knee seemed to cause him some pain. Gregory took the ball well in before passing back at a lovely angle Morris, but although the latter shot hard and true. Fern scooped the ball aside, and Downs was in the way Blagden getting in his shot. Albion were making all efforts to force the equaliser, but their usual experience of finding Fern at his best, was in the way. It was Fern who threw himself at Blagden when the latter was in the act of rushing the ball through. For some time the eager Albion forwards surged round the Everton goal, and they spared no effort to find a way through the defence, but resolute and skilful work by Downs and his colleagues repeatedly held them in check. Blagden raised Albion hopes with a glorious run and centre from which Davies got in great drive, which seemed a certain scorer, but again Fern's genius saved the goal. Indeed, it was amazing how the Everton goal escaped, so sustained was the assault. In their extremity the Everton defenders gave corners away with some liberality, but still the goal held out. An occasional raid by Everton wingers brought reminders the danger which lies in the breakaway, but for the nicest part the Albion defence repulsed the visiting forwards without serious risk. Once, however, Chedgzoy flushed across a centre which Pearson caught very dexterously as made to head through. Fern the rescue of his side with two more fine clearances, one at close range from Morris and another from a distance by Bowser. Peacock also hit the crossbar, and straight from this escape Albion got away and scored after 80 minutes. Blagden followed up a partial clearance by Downs and centred to Morris, who stood unmarked. Fern again rushed out, but this time MORRIS shot through and equalised. Everton nearly recovered lead. Crossley firing over at close range, but Albion returned to the attack and there were fierce claims for a penalty when an Everton defender appeared to handle the ball in a duel with Morris. Juston time Everton got the ball in the net. Crossley heading in a centre by Chedgzoy. Albion fiercely protested, and after the ball had been centred the referee consulted the linesmen, then reversed his decision, giving Albion goal-kick. Result:—West Bromwich Albion 1 Everton 1
THE GAME AT A GLANCE.
Everton 1, West Bromwich Albion 0 (Crossley scored)
After 80 minutes
Albion 1, Everton 1. (Morris scored.)

EVERTON, THE LATEST
The Liverpool Football Echo, Saturday, December 10, 1921
HOW THE NEWLY ELECTED MEN SHAPED
AT THE HAWTHORNS GROUND#
F.E.H’S SPECIAL REPORT OF AN EVEN GAME
#EVERTON DRAW 1-1
Everton; Fern; Downs, Livingstone; Fleetwood, Brewster (Captain), Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Crossley, Harrison. West Bromwich Albion; Pearson; Smith, Pennington; Richardson, Bowser, McNeal; Magee, Blagden, S. Davies, Morris, Gregory. Referee.- Mr. A. Scholey, of Sheffield. Everton were eyed by all Liverpool today- through the usual source-the “Football Echo.” A visit to the West Bromwich ground did not promise much return, but with Crossley and Irvine reinstated in the forward line and the chop-change of last week put to rest there was a chance that the forward line might come to life and create a big and welcome surprise. Albion, having won away, and having the belief that Bowser would be fit to play- Reed was not- thought their second home win was sure to come to-day. The journey to Birmingham, thence to West Bromwich, was made in good time this morning. In the Midland capital we found ourselves held up by a fancy dress parade of the university students making merry, and incidentally, collecting money for the local hospitals. After this a brisk motor spin took us to the home of the Throstles, who were in meditative mood, with an inclination to burst into song at any moment in other words, they were extremely anxious to repeat last week’s victory, while the Everton players were equally determined to repair last week’s reverse. The weather, after a showery forenoon, cleared pleasantly, and the atmosphere was almost oppressively mild for mid-December when the teams turned out on a perfect playing pitch, before a rapidly increasing crowd. Both sides were as selected, and all were reported “ready and willing.”
MISSING A GOAL
The Evertonians met with a very cordial welcome from the crowd, and some valuable time was wasted while they had their photographs taken in front of the assembly of well over 20,000 people. West Bromwich started and immediately made dangerous play on the left. Brown and Downs were both called upon, and eventually Morris pout in a swift, low shot, which was well cleared. Everton in turn were bust on the right; and a lobbing centre from brown promised well when Crossley allowed it to cross the line. Fine half-back play on the part of the Albion led to further danger, and when Blagden came through it seemed as though a goal was certain. Fortunately for the visitors he sent wide, and for a time the game was hotly contested in midfield. The Throstles were quicker on the ball than their opponents, but they were obviously over-anxious and as a result of this Davies was just wide of the mark with a glorious shot. Still the home vanguard kept up the pressure, and Downs was temporarily laid aside in stopping a quick drive from Blagden.
EVERTON’S FIERCE ATTACK
Everton then made progress in attractive fashion on he right and Chedgzoy with complete artistry centred the leather but Irvine was too late to make use of the opening. Fazackerley was then well placed but he allowed the burly Pennington time to clear, and when a minute later Chedgzoy came along on his own account the final effort was faulty. The Throstles made good ground on the right, and Magee, rounding Peacock, put in a timely centre which Davies skied high over the cross-bar. A free kick in shooting range gave the home side a glorious opening, but this Davies drove with all his might, but the shot was intercepted. The Evertonians now began to press strongly, and after Irvine had tested Pearson with a hot one. Fazackerley missed another chance of drawing first blood, for he sent the leather mildly over the line, while the home keeper was yards out of his goal.
CROSSLEY’S UNEXPECTED GOAL
A few seconds later Morris hit the crossbar with a beautiful effort. Everton then rallied again, and this time their recuperative powers were crowned with success. The ball was taken along the right in fine style, and Brown lobbing it well into the goalmouth, Crossley nipped in and headed a quick and quite unexpected goal. The visitors, however, were showing something of their true quality, and another solo effort on the part of the elusive Chedgzoy terminated in the ball being flicked just outside the post. A few minutes later the Throstles came away like a whirlwind, both wings attacking in turn, and after Magee had a shot a yard wide. Blagden put over with tremendous velocity. It was unfortunate for the Albion that this valuable point should have been scored while Richardson, their right half-back, was off the field. He only returned when the damage had been done, but the speedily put his forwards in possession, and Blagden once more was about to give Fern a warm handful when he was bowled over by Livingstone. Davies tried to improve matters with a long shot, but without effect, and when Everton made play in good order, Irvine was knocked off the ball by Smith.
GETTING INTO THEIR STRIDE
From this point the Everton players proceeded to show the spectators more of their quality. Two perfect forward movements evoked cheers even from the home supporters. One of these was especially good. Harrison whisped the ball across to Fazackerley, who in turn side-tracked to Chedgzoy and the latter shot just outside the target. Towards the interval Davies and his wingers made superlative efforts to draw level, but they were safely held by the Everton defence. Magee once caused a flutter by beating both Peacock and Livingstone, but his well timed centre was just missed by Davies. Clever play on the part of the Everton halves kept the Albion attack in check, but they forced a corner on the right which led to some perturbation in the visitors’ ranks. The danger was cleared but the Throstles were soon again in full flight, and Brewster had to resort to the rather dangerous plan of campaign of passing back to the goalkeeper in order to keep out Blagden. Just on half-time there was a regular fusillade and Morris came within an ace of scoring, but Fern managed to keep his charge intact.
Half-time; West Bromwich 0, Everton 1
The first “45” had provided a pleasant exposition of the code, and the balance of play was pretty even. Everton once they did get going showed great cleverness in the matter of footwork, but they were rather lucky to be leading at the interval. On resuming, the Albion forward went away at a rare pace and Bowser tried his chance with a long drive, but without success. The visitors replied in spirited fashion, and the three inside men all had openings which were missed. The home attack was the most aggressive, and Downs was hurt in stopping one of the rushes, but he was soon himself again, and the battle raged as fiercely as ever, but without anything material happening. The Albion players were evidently determined to equalise, for they swooped down on the Everton goal rapidly and relentlessly, and once it was only running boldly out that Fern saved what appeared to be a certain goal from Blagden. Everton were by no means idle, and the home defenders were in sore straits when Harrison shot over. Pennington was in the wars, and the game was delayed for a time. When resumed the Albion forwards put on full speed and Morris drove in a magnificent shot, which Fern only cleared by throwing himself bodily at the flying leather. In the latter stages the balance of power produced continued keenness and excitement. Ten minutes from time Morris scored for the Albion. Result; West Bromwich 1, Everton 1.

EVERTON RES v WEST BROMWICH ALBION RES
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, December 10, 1921
At Goodison Park. Teams;-
Everton; Salt; Caddick, Yarwood; McGrae, Leddy, Reid; Jones, Wall, Roberts, Livingstone, Alford. West Bromwich Albion Res;- Woodhouse; Woods, Adams; Newall, Howell, Hutton; Crisp, Smith, Blood, Savage, Bedford. Referee, Mr. T. Cleworth (Bolton). There was only one change from the teams advertised, Yarwood taking the place of Weller at left-back. It will be noticed that the Albion played at full strength, including Blood, Smith, and Crisp. Everton were very early on the aggressive and some neat work between McGrae, Jones, and Wall was noticeable. For fully five minutes after the start the game was all in favour of Everton, before Salt had his first shot from Crisp. Then Adams fouled Jones and from the free kick Woodhouse cleared from a scrimmage. Then a surprise goal came to the Albion, Smith receiving from Woods, raced up the field and parted with the ball to Savage, who beat Salt with a good shot. Everton did not deserve to be a goal down at this stage. Although the Albion were now playing much better and caused Salt to save many shots, still Everton were always the more dangerous and had very hard luck in not equalising. Roberts, the new centre, was very energetic in trying to force home the fine centre from Alford and Jones.
Half-time.- West Brom Albion Res 1, Everton res nil.,
After twenty-five minutes’ play in the second half Jones converted a penalty. Three-quarters time; Everton Res 1, West Bromwich Albion Res 1.

WEST BROMWICH ALBION 1 EVERTON 1
December 12, 1921. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury
EVERTON ON THE UP GRADE.
A DRAW AT WEST BROMWICH.
The Evertonians made a decided step in the right direction when they annexed a point at the Hawthorns against West Bromwich Albion. Neither club had been doing itself justice for some time past, and supporters of the Merseyside team will feel gratified to know that there is now a hope of better things in prospect. On the general run of the play viewed quite dispassionately, the Evertonians did not deserve more than a division of the spoils, yet, as a matter of fact, they had a perfectly good goal disallowed in the last two minutes of the contest. The referee, having allowed the point, suddenly consulted with the far linesman, and revered his decision on the ground, that Crossley was offside. From the general view of the spectators it appeared to be quite a legitimate score, though it is only fair to say that Pennington protested as the ball was headed into the net. This curious decision was naturally a source of great disappointment to the Evertonians, but as we have said, a draw was, after all the best reflex of the game.
THE PLAY.
The Throstles led off in the most determined fashion, Davies and his wings being constantly on the attack, and it was only the brilliance of Fern, that kept them at bay. Everton, however, gradually settled down to fine footwork, and from a combined movement in which Fazackerley and Chedgzoy were concerned, Crossley headed the ball into the net just out of Pearson's reach. The visitors thus led at in the second half the Albion attacked vigorously in the hope of getting on level terms, and again it was only the fine defensive work of Downs, and the custodianship of Fern that stopped them getting through. Ten minutes from time, however, the home forwards achieved their objective, Morris scoring with a hard fash shot. Then followed the incident to which allusion has already been made and a fast and exciting game ended in "honours even." The work of the rearranged Everton forward line proved eminently satisfactory. Some of the close passing was very pretty to watch, and the feeding of the wing half-backs showed an intelligent understanding with the vanguard. Irvine was always a trier, but he was well watched, and the outstanding pair were Chedgzoy and Fazackerley, who at times showed consummate artistry. Crossley did a lot of good work, but Harrison was rather starved. Brewster exhibited his breaking up proclivities, and both Brown and Peacock acquitted themselves worthily. Livingstone partnered the doughty Downs most effectively and Fern played the game of a lifetime. It was a perfect display of goalkeeping. Stanley Davies played well for the Throstles though he will loft the ball instead of keeping it on the turf. Blagden was the most dangerous and prominent of the forwards, with Morris a good second. Bowser proved a watchdog to Irvine, and the Veteran Pennington was as fine in defence as of yore. Teams : - West Bromwich Albion: - Pearson, goal, Smith, and Pennington, backs, Richardson, Bowser, and McNeal, half-backs, MaGee, Blagden, Davies, Morris, and Gregory, forwards. Everton: - Fern, goal, Downs, and Livingstone, backs, Brown, Brewster (captain), and Peacock, half-backs, Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Crossley, and Harrison, forwards.

EVERTON RESERVES 1 WEST BROMWICH ALBION RESERVES 1
December 12, 1921. The Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury
CENTRAL LEAGUE
At Goodison Park. After beating the Albion the previous week by 2 goals to nil, it was expected, the blues would add two more points on their own ground, but after having a big share of the game had to be content with a draw. The Albion had a strong side, included amongst their forwards were Crisp, Smith, and Blood, and Everton played Reid at left half. Everton's inability to win was in a great measure due to the splendid goal-keeping of Woodhouse, who was in brilliant form. Everton opened in very strong fashion, and did everything but score. The first goal came to the visitors through good play by Smith, who gave the opportunity of beating Salt from close quarters. In the second half the play of the Albion was far robust, and the referee on four occasions had to caution them. Alford received a heavy charge that send him against the boards, hurting his head and arms. Everton scored the equaliser from a penalty taken by Jones. Just on time Reid, who played a good game, was badly tripped by Woods, and the referee had to separate them. On the run of the game Everton fully deserved a victory. Teams: - Everton Reserves: - Salt, goal, Caddick, and Yarwood, backs, McGrea, Leddy, and Reid, half-backs, Jones Wall, Roberts, Livingstone, and Alford, forwards. West Bromwich Albion Reserves: - Woodhouse, goal, Woods and Adams, backs, Newall, Howell, and Lyton, half-backs, Crisp, Smith, Blood, Savage, and Bedford, forwards. Referee T. Claworth.

BRAVE PLAY
Athletic News- Monday, December 12, 1921
THE ALBION IMPROVE & MORRIS IS HIMELF AGAIN
WEST BROMWICH ALBION 1, EVERTON 1
By Hawthorn
Playing a reconstructed forward line and a vastly more enterprising game than last week, Everton succeeded in extracting a valuable point from their visit to the Hawthorns. Indeed they approached much near to victory than the score of one goal each suggests. Not only did they contrive to keep the eager Albion forwards out until barely ten minutes remained for play, but on the verge of time Crossley put the ball through from Chedgzoy's pass, and the players had actually assembled in the centre before the referee yielded to Pennington's claim for offside. He consulted the linemen, and the upshot was that the original decision was reversed. But Everton would probably be the last to claim that they merited even so much as a division of the points, for save for two brief spasms in each half the Albion were always on the attack, and well as Brewster, Downs, and Livingstone played it was largely due to the genius of Fern that the score sheet was so long unmarked by a West Bromwich point.
The Albion Revival.
The early play indeed suggested that the Everton defence would never hold the opposition--which has suddenly found its feet. After Fern had twice seen the ball hit the bar and graze the goal-post when he was out of position, the Everton rear-guard consolidated its forces and prevented the Albion from doing soy material damage. Then, in the twenty-fourth minute, a sprightly movement near the corner enabled Chedgzoy to centre to accurately that CROSSLEY simply nodded the ball past Pearson. This was practically the only occasion in the first half when the Everton forwards were really dangerous, and yet their methodical means of progresses in which Chedgzoy was seen to great advantage, held out high promise of goals. The Albion forwards again gave a splendid exhibition, and the recent improvement in their form does bear the impress of permanence. Their superiority was even more pronounced in the second half, when the two wings led raid after raid into the Everton defensive territory, only to see Fern repel at least a dozen shots from Morris, Davies, and Gregory. He also exhibited unerring judgment when he found Blagden bearing down on him, and the promptitude with which he advanced enabled the Everton custodian to preserve his charge intact until ten minutes from the end, when Blagden followed up a clearance by Downs and passed to Morris standing unmarked inside the penalty zone.
Goal to Morris.
Fern made a vain effort to cover his target, but MORRIS got the ball past him with sure aim. Everton were more assertive in the second half, when they did manage to relieve the pressure on their goal, and Harrison came more into the picture than earlier on. Brewster was a rare forager for his forwards, and distributed his passes to Chedgzoy and Harrison with immaculate judgment. The strength of the Albion's team was to be found forward, and though Davies was not seen at his best it is of some significance that the Albion's revival dates from hisadvent to the side. The two forwards who contributed most to this match were Morris and Blagden, the latter of whom is making rapid strides, whilst Morris is now playing like his old self. McNeal was the best of three capable half-backs, whilst Smith was rare worker, Pennington suffered by injury, and was handicapped in his tough duels with Chedgzoy. Everton found the restoration of their usual wings decidedly advantageous, but Irvine was subdued in the centre. West Bromwich Albion; Pearson; Smith, Pennington; Richardson, Bowser, McNeal; Magee, Blagden, Davies, Morris, and Gregory. Everton; Fern; Downs, Livingstone; Brown, Brewster (Captain), Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Crossley, and Harrison. Referee; T. Tomlinson, Sheffield.

UNFORTUNATE ALBION
Birmingham Daily Gazette, Monday, December 12, 1921
ATTACK CONTINUCIOUSLY, BUT ONLY DRAW
A REVERSED DECISION
WEST BROMWICH ALBION 1, EVERTON 1
By the Throstle
A great exhibition of goalkeeping and a dramatic decision by the referee were the dominating factors in the return match between West Bromwich Albion end Everton at the Hawthorns on Saturday, when the final score was one goal each. Practically all the kudos for the valuable point which the men from the Mersey thus picked up belong to Fern, who gave a remarkable display of agile and finished custodianship against a forward line which gave him every possible opportunity of demonstrating his still. Similarly practically all the responsibilityfor the equally valuable point which the Albion secured was on the shoulders of the he referee, Mr. T. Tomlinson, of Sheffield, who had the courage to reverse a decision on appeal from the suffering party. This incident occurred right at the end of the game when the home team were making desperate efforts to force a win. Suddenly the speed of Chedgzoy carried the ball to the other end, and he centred so accurately that Crossley headed into the net with an ease which almost amounted to nonchalance.
MUTUAL CONGRATULATIONS.
The apparent winners were indulging in mutual congratulations when theAlbion backs protested against the goal sovehemently that the referee consulted the linesman, and to the great relief of the crowd—perhaps a little to their surprise as well—the result of the conference was that a goal kick was given. Offside was the ground upon which the appeal was made. The game itself proved highly enjoyable with plenty of incident to relieve it of drab spells, and a big element of uncertainty to sustain a sense of expectation. For three fourths of the game the Albion were launching attacks on the visitors' goal, and exerting such a unity of energy, zest, and purpose that the prolonged spell of equality and arrears seems inexplicable. Some little criticism might he made of Albion's tactical policy for against a pair of backs who are notoriously on the slow side they hardly exploited the open game which would assumedly have revealed the weakness of the opposition. Even so, however, they commanded such se an ample of individual skill and concerted understanding that play was nearly always centred in the neighbourhood of the Everton goal. Downs and Brewster expended every ounce of energy and severely taxed their resources in a splendid resistance, but in the last emergency it was Fern who "held the fort" in more senses than one.  With all his brilliance in repelling great drives from Morris, Gregory and Davies he was twice beaten, but the ball struck the bar and grazed the upright later.
THE FIRST GOAL.
Everton relied almost entirely on their right wing when they made their occasion raids, and half way through the opening period Chedgzoy got across one of his immaculate centres and Crossley flicked the ball past Pearson in a flash. The second half was only a more pronoured edition of the first, for it was almost entirely due to the genius of Fern that the Albion were denied even an equaliser till the end was well in sight. He parried three wonderful shots from Morris—one front a seductive pass from Gregory which looked a certain scorer-smothered several efforts by Blagden and fielded others from Davies and Bowser. With ten minutes to go, however, he rushed out in a vain effort to block the target when Morris stood unmarked, but wasbeaten by a low shot which had plenty of power behind it. Albion gave a display which plainly demonstrated that their recent improvement is being maintained. It has all the elements of permanence, and without actually attaining perfection, the present forward formation is rapidly developing an excellent understanding.
A RARE BARGAIN.
Blagden is proving a rare bargain and he worked the ball up the field in splendid style. Morris produced something of his old genius as a marksman, and his fellowship with Davies was again most marked. The wingers were in good form, even though Gregory's, devotion to finicky methods was not often effective in duels with Downs. In defensive matters Albion had most to fair from the Evertor right flank, and a nasty blow on his knee rather impeded Pennington's efficiency. McNeal was the best of the half-backs, Smith kept a severe confidence and security itself in goal. In the visitors’ eleven, Chedgzoy gave emphatic evidence that he isan outside right and not a centre-forward. Teams; West Bromwich Albion.- Pearson; Smith, Pennington; Richardson, Bowser, McNeal; Magee, Blagden, Davies, Morris, Gregory. Everton. Fern; Downs, Livingstone; Brown, Brewster, Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Crossley, Harrison. Referee; Mr. T. Tomlinson (Sheffield).

EVERTON GAINED A POINT
The Liverpool Echo-Monday, December 12, 1921
Bee’s Notes
Some years ago when war was on us we had the pleasure through the agency of a friend, Mr. Joe Armel, of Wallasey of seeing baseball in our midst. The real baseball -by real Americans-and others. Some of the men were coloured men, and one strapping player of about 6ft 3in, in height, was running backwards to the bottom end goal of Goodison Park when the sunshine caught his eyes and he pitched right over the wooden fails and broke down a string of them -possibly twelve yards. Moreover, he pitched clean over on his skull on the macadamterrace. The thud could be heard a hundred yards away. He so far recovered that he could sit out and watch the later stages of the game. Everton F.C have been pitching and tossing, but they have recovered so far that they can sit up and take nourishment from the fact that they had a half-loaf with West Bromwich Albion. It is worth noting that Alford, the Everton Reserve winger, running on towards the corner flag on Saturday against the Albion Reserves pitched so hard that his head went right through the boarding! It is good to know that he lives. Clubs may have to consider whether the allowance between the touchline and the spectators is sufficient. At Derby, a wretchedly cramped ground, Ivan Sharpe had a lovely run-up and cannon, and his nose bears the mark to this day. While on this Everton topic I would say that a few weeks ago we had the misfortune to get a bad “wire” to a far-off spot and were unable to publish the second half of the game. It is not often that occurs. But someone took notice of it and printed this note; “Why wait?” Well, on Saturday last the biter was bitten, I would ask, “Why wait?”  But it doesn’t matter, thank you! Sufficient is it here to tell Everton players how glad everyone was to find them turning from inside out and getting near victory. It was only ten minutes from time that Morris equalised the score credited to Crossley.

LETTERS
The Liverpool Echo-Tuesday, December 13, 1921
Bee’s Notes
“Still Smiling” says; Everton has struck a bad patch, but they will get over it. Players, take note. There are thousands of us who admire you, and will stick to you. Talk of Second Division’ Why, the Blues know not what it means-and never will” Some do!
“Red Blue”, who had been in the habit of watching Everton since the days of Marriott and Dobson, gives his views;- I have long been of the opinion that Brewster is a wing half back, and would be of great value to the team. Where are the passes down the centre, Jack Taylor’s speciality and Bert Freeman’s delight? I am going to see the Reserves this week-end, as I have a sneaking regard for McGrae as a “possible.”
  “Always Blue” wants to make a change, but the man he chooses would be must unpopular.
“Morny” says; The man I think is about the best player in the Reserves is Alford. Ask Downs. It took him all his time to hold him in the practice match.
EVERTON QUICKLY MAKE UP THEIR MIND WITH TEAMS
So different was the exhibition of the Everton side on Saturday to former displays, that last night’s meeting of the club was a short one, the same team being chosen to play on Saturday.
Res v. Manchester City; Salt; Caddick, Yarwood; Garrett, Fleetwood, Reid; Jones, Spencer, Roberts, Wall and Alford.

BEE’S NOTES
The Liverpool Echo-Friday, December 16, 1921
In the case of Everton, we here have a side that is beginning thus early to show the value of regular appearances. Those who desired to convict players on one game-the case of brown and Peacock, I mean -were only going to hinder the team’s chances of winning confidence and goals. Tom Fern held the fort to such an extent last week that he paved the way to a pound per man. Now it is due to him that the Blues’ forwards should pave the way to a full bonus by victory-by definite shooting, first time, when the ball is shootable. Here is a strong wish for their success against Woosnam, Meredith, Fayers, and Co. it is a hard business getting points from Hyde-road, as only once in two years has a club managed to extract a win. Still, what Bolton managed surely Everton can do. Go in and win, lads. Everton; Fern; Downs, Livingstone; Brown, Brewster, Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Crossley, Harrison. Manchester City; Blair; Fletcher, Cookson; Fayers, Max Woosnam, Hamill; Meredith, Woodcock, Browell, Barnes, Murphy.

EVERTON IN COTTONPOLIS.
December 17, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
Everton, in view of their marked improvement against the Throstles, are fielding the same eleven. It is asking a big thing of them, even granting Bolton win at Hyde-road, and thus broke the homesters two-year-old record, to win outright; and the most one can hope for is a point. Even this will be no mean performance, for the City will have out their best eleven. The sides are: - Everton: - Fern, Livingstone, and Brown, Brewster, Peacock, Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Crossley, and Harrison. Manchester City: - Blair, Cookson, Fletcher, Fayers, M. Woosnam, Hamill, Meredith, Woodcock, Browell, Barnes, and Murphy.

EVERTON VISIT MANCHESTER
The Liverpool Football Echo-Saturday, December 17, 1921
F.E.H DESCRIBES HYDE-ROAD MUD AND THE GAME
Everton; Fern; Down, Livingstone; Brown, Brewster (Captain), Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Crossley, Harrison. Manchester City; Blair; Cookson, Fletcher; Fayers, Max Woosnam, Hamill; Meredith, Woodcock, Browell, Barnes, Murphy. Referee, Mr. R. Callick.
EVERTON BEATEN
Hyde-road has a reputation for winning at home, and only Bolton in two years’ tests have lowered the colours of the City men. The Hyde-road ground has another reputation -for a muddy approach the like of which you can only find at our own Pierhead! Naturally City wanted to come back to their home-like form, and Everton recognised the severity of the task before them, but remembering the team had not changed “for once in a while,” Everton believed they could follow the good example set by Bolton. The Evertonians accompanied by Directors Banks, Sawyer, Dickinson, and Wade, made the short journey to Manchester in good time this morning, and they were on the Hyde-road enclosure a full hour before the start. Cottonopolis from an atmospheric point of view, was for once in a way in agreeable mood. The sun shone with almost autumnal warmth, and the playing pitch looked in better condition than I have seen it for several seasons. Everton kept to their original selection.
GIFT GOAL THROWN AWAY
The visitors, who appeared first, got a very cordial reception, and there were about 20,000 people present when the sport began. The City won the toss, and Everton started against a strong cross breeze. They came away on the right, but Woosnam cleared in the nick of time. The Manchester right wing made clever play and the ball seemed swung right in by Meredith, Murphy had no one to beat when he failed hopelessly. This was a gift goal thrown away and the crowd raised loud murmurs of disappointment. The City forwards at once tried to make amends for they again assailed the Everton goal, and Downs failing to clear properly let in Murphy who put the leather to Browell. The ex-Evertonian, however, shot behind. The pace improved as the rivals warmed to their work and a brillaint dash down the wing by Chedgzoy was only checked at the expense of a foul. The free kick was cleared, but Everton were immediately on the war-path again, and this time their adventure bore fruit.
FAZACKERLEY’S “BEAUTY”
Harrison getting well off the mark passed Fayers and gave the ball to Fazackerley, the latter lobbed the leather over the heads of the full-back and following through scored a beautiful goal. It was a perfect piece of artistry, and once again demonstrated what a stylist the Everton inside right is when at the top of his form. Having gained the lead, the visitors proceeded to give further illustration of their clever footwork, and Chedgzoy and Fazackerley were again in the picture. For quite a considerable period Everton enjoyed the better of the argument, and but for the greatness of the surface of the turf they would probably have scored another goal through Harrison, who twice overran the ball. The City forwards were busy in turn, and Barnes was well placed when he missed his opportunity. Some rather wild kicking on both sides led to nothing and Murphy tried to mend matters with a fast screw shot from the corner flag. The next minute Barnes found an opening, but he put the ball outside. Play was now much faster, and Fazackerley looked like repeating his initial success when he sent the ball flying over the crossbar.
DOWNS LEAVES THE FIELD
At the other end the City vanguard were very active and both Barnes and Murphy threw away chances. Still they persisted in their efforts, and Downs, in defending his charge, was so damaged in collision that he had to leave the field. He returned almost immediately, and the battle was resumed with the same vigour as before. The City were now pressing their adversaries hard, and Browell and Fayers both missed golden chances of equalising.
Half-time; Manchester City 0, Everton 1.
A characteristic sprint down the wing by Harrison promised well, and Crossley, in attempting to put the finishing touch upon it, was hurt. Meanwhile Downs again left the arena for a few moments and was cheered on reappearing. Thus seemed to give Everton a fresh impetus, for they attacked in brilliant fashion and Harrison put in a glorious cropping drive which ought to have been turned to account. Unfortunately nobody was there to meet it. A few moments later the wearers of the blue jerseys were again prominent, and Crossley, from short range, sent in a raking shot which Blair tipped over the bar. The study little Evertonian repeated the effort within a minute, but this time the direction lacked accuracy.
BROWELL EQUALISES
The City vanguard rallied and after a brisk attack on the right, Hamill directed a long drive at Fern, who saved at the cost of a corner. Manchester, however, were now going strongly, and a bad kick on the part of Downs let in Browell, who scored with a fast shot that gave the keeper no chance of saving. Everton came through in quick return, and Fazackerley, after beating Hamill, had the goal at his mercy when he shot right across. The first period had provided some rattling good football. On the whole Everton were the smarter and cleverer side, and if the shot of Fazackerley, to which I have just alluded, had found it’s billet the visitors would have been good value for a lead at the turn. All the forwards had played well, and the work of the halves was admirable. Downs made several mistakes but it should be said in mitigation that he had been in the wars. There was a slightly increased attendance when play was resumed. They City were the first to make progress, and Murphy, after running through, put the ball finally over the bar. Everton attacked in turn, and there was some pretty short passing amongst the inside forwards, but both Fletcher and Cookson were well on their guard, and Blair was not seriously troubled. The Mancunians were apparently determined to gain the upper hand if possible, for they made play rapidly on both wings and Livingstone once distinguished himself with a very clever clearance. We had another spell of long kicking which availed nothing and for a time play was very scrappy. Two hefty clearances by the Everton backs were cheered by the crowd, but the excitement increased when the home forwards came away like clockwork.
A THRILLING GOAL
Browell took the ball along at top speed and after both Woodcock and Barnes had touched it, Murphy beat Brown and Downs and netted at short range. It was thrilling goal and put the home crowd in high good humour.
DOWNS CARRIED OFF
A quarter of an hour from the finish Downs was damaged for the third time, and was carried off the field by the ambulance men. Meanwhile Everton pressed strongly, and Fazackerley missed an open goal. Final. Manchester City 2, Everton 1.

EVERTON RES v  MANCHESTER CITY RES
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, December 17, 1921
Everton Res.- Salt; Caddick, Yarwood; Garrett, Fleetwood, Reid; Jones, Spencer, Roberts, Wall, Alford. Manchester City Res; Goodchild; Thompson, Allen; Sharp, Carroll, Wilson; Warner, Pearson, Johnson, Crawshaw, Daniels. Referee; J.T. Turner (Preston). Neither side made changes from those originally selected. Owing to the strong position the City hold in the League, the Blues also played a strong side which included Fleetwood at centre half. The opening exchanges favoured Everton, but the City were still having their equal share, and Warner and Pearson were prominent on the right, and the first-named sent in a good effort, which skimmed the bar. The next item of note was neat work by Alford, followed up by Fleetwood, Spencer, and Jones, the latter’s attack being very wide of the mark. Crawford and Daniels made progress on the visitors’ left and Caddick cleared. Roberts, getting possession, gave Jones a nice pass, from which Wall gained a good opening, and the shot went across the goalmouth. Salt made one clever clearance from a good shot by Johnson and again from Warner. Although Everton put on great pressure Goodchild did not have a difficult shot to negotiate. A corner placed by Jones almost brought a goal from a cool effort by Alford, who tried to guide the ball past the keeper when only a few yards out. A few minutes from the interval Fleetwood receiving a short pass from Garrett, dribbled through the defence and beat Goodchild with ease, for which he received the congratulations of his colleagues.
Half-time; Everton Reserves 1, Manchester City Reserves nil.
Wall scored a second for Everton. Johnson scored for Manchester City Res.

N. BRIGHTON RES v  EVERTON A
The Liverpool Football Echo-Saturday, December 17, 1921
At Rake-lane. The game was very even in the opening exchanges, but after 15 minutes play the home team scored, Jones giving the Everton keeper no chance. Everton got away on several occasions, but their shooting was wretched. From a nice centre by Jones Tambourino put his side further ahead. Half-time; New Brighton Res 2, Everton “A” 0

STUD MARKS
The Liverpool Football Echo-Saturday, December 17, 1921
By Louis T. Kelly

• Everton 5 half-loaf at the Hawthorns was very acceptable in these hard times
• May it run to goose and stuffing next week.
• Fern had a big hand in the Blues’ partial success-two, in fact.
• Fazackerley showed his teeth to the enemy, despite the loss of three such the previous evening.
• Stan, has been paying repeated visits to the dentist during recent weeks
• A few goals from his boot just now would tickle the palate
• Everton possess two good goalkeepers-one vegetable the other mineral
• An Everton team without its Tommy Fleetwood looks strangely unfamiliar
• Neither Clennell nor Stan. Davies had scored for their new clubs up to this morning
• Fern, appropriately enough, is an adept at dealing with pot-shots
• Peacock’s admirers are beginning to plume themselves again
• Everton’s attendances average nearer 35,000 per match than anything else
• Everton seemed fated in recent weeks to rub up against their own cast-off forwards
• First Clennell, then Davies and now Browell
• Everton’s Weller has been the victim of a severe attack of the “flu” -he would sooner face flying men
• Strange that Irvine hasn’t had a chance of figuring in a home match yet

EVERTON AT EDINBURGH.
Sunday Post - Sunday 18 December 1921
At Tynecastle yesterday representatives from Everton and Blackburn Rovers were in attendance. While the name their objective was not divulged, is said that Ellis, of Airdieonians, and Whyte, of Hearts, might be bracketed in that direction.

MANCHESTER CITY 2 EVERTON 1
December 19, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
A MASCOT WANTED
EVERTON THE BETTER DIE, YET BEATEN.
Everton will have to invest in a black cat. A pink giraffe, or some other luck-bringing mascot. Manchester City have been beaten only once in two years at Hyde-road, and defeated Everton by two goals to one on Saturday. Yet those who saw the game realised that the Blues should have been leading at least 3-1 at the interval, and they lost by the odd goal in three, despite the fact that Downs was little use for three-quarters of the game owing to injuries, and was off the field altogether for the last 20 minutes. It was not a brilliant game by any means, yet Everton were the better of the two moderate teams, and it was their unadulterated hard luck that they should again finish up on the wrong side of the score-sheet. They led till within five minutes of the interval, thanks to a brilliant goal by Fazackerley, who lobbed the ball over Fletcher's head, ran round the back, and drew Blair before driving sharply into the corner of the net. Everton might easily have retained the lead, but just before the interval Downs, who had been off with a damaged thigh muscle, balloned a centre, and, not being spry enough to recovery himself owing to the handicap, left Browell to fasten on the ball, and the "boy" banged it into the net well out of Fern's reach. Prior to this, Crossley had worked position, but was sandwiched as he shot, and the ball travelled inches the wrong side of the upright, while Fazackerley left Mick Hamill standing, and though his cross completely beat Blair, the ball swerved past on the outside of the woodwork. In the second half, the Blues had quite as much of the play as the City, but Murphy scored rather luckily for the home side. Fern fell on a hard drive, but the leather passed under his body, and in "gathering" back for it he touched the ball with his elbow and it moved over the line. Browell also struck the crossbar, but Blair was called upon several times, clearing on each occasion.
LIKE A SOLDIER FELL!
Fern made one mistake, already referred to, while Downs gave a great display when decorated with a hugh plaster under his eye, and eventually he had to give way. In his absence Livingstone gave a great display, and was coolness personified under extreme pressure. Peacock was the pick of the halves, using excellent judgement in his distribution of the ball, and he gave little scope to the still volatile Meredith. Brewster and Brown were workers, and Fazackerley was the star of the forward line, tackling with greater determination than usual, while his footcraft left nothing to be desired. Crossley was also a brainy member of the attack, and Chedgzoy needed a lot of stopping, but Harrison let too many presses go into touch, and Irvine was overshadowed by Woosnam. Blair kept goal well for the City. The backs were only moderate, the middlemen, of whom Max Woosnam was the pick, being the strength of the Manchester team. Meredith is still a long way from being a spent force, but Murphy was the best of the attack, Browell being patchy. The sides were: - Manchester City: - Blair, goal, Cookson, and Fletcher, backs, Fayers, M. Woosnam, and Hamill, half-backs, Meredith, Woodcock, Browell, Barnes, and Murphy, forwards. . - Everton: - Fern, goal Downs and Livingstone, backs, Brown, Brewster (captain), and Peacock, half-backs, Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Crossley, and Harrison forwards.

EVERETON RESERVES 2 MANCHESTER CITY RESERVES 1
December 19, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
CENTRAL LEAGUE (Game 18)
Everton Reserves defeated Manchester City Reserves after a hard game at Goodison Park by 2 goals to 1. The City had much the better of the ex-changes at the outset, but towards the interval the Blues engaged in a series of raids. Fleetwood opened their account with a brilliant individual effort, and Roberts also scored just on the interval, but the goal was disallowed. The City put on great pressure following the resumption, but without avail, although after wall had netted Everton's second gaol, the Mancunians were a penalty. This was taken by Allen, who could do no more than roll it against the upright, and the Everton defence being under a misunderstanding, it was left to Johnson to dash up and net at close range. Everton were the better team and fully deserved their victory, Salt preformed well in goal, while both backs were good. Warner gave Reid a hard time and Garrett and Fleetwood were the best of the half-backs. In the forwards no one did better than Alford, who was too clever for the Manchester defence, while Jones and Wall also did well. Roberts was quite good, though lacking that extra bit of speed, which means so much to a centre in taking his opportunities. Manchester were well served by the defence of Goodchild, Thompson, and Allen. Sharp was a capital half-back, while Warner, Johnson, and Daniels were seen to best advantage among the forwards. Teams were as follows: - Everton Reserves: - Salt, goal, Caddick, and Yarwood, backs, Garrett, Fleetwood, and Reid, half-backs, Jones, Spencer, Roberts, Wall, and Alford, forwards. Manchester City Reserves: - Goodchild, goal, Thompson, and Allen, backs, Sharp, Carroll, and Wilson, half-backs, Warner, Pearson, Johnson, Crawshaw, and Daniels, forwards. Referee JT. Turner.

FALLEN IDOLS
Athletic News- Monday, December 19, 1921
EVERTON’S FEEBLE DISPLAY AGAINST MANCHESTER CITY
TWO POOR TEAMS
MANCHESTER CITY 2, EVERTON 1
By the Pilgrim
A few minutes before the end of the match at Hyde-road Browell drove the ball over the Everton crossbar and amongst the spectators, and it was so long in being retrieved that someone suggested that it had gone off in disgust. Had it been capable of expressing its feeling I should have said that it was perfectly justified, for it had bene very badly used all through the match. No self-respecting football would have tolerated such treatment as it received. It has been a matter of surprise to me that Everton are so low down in the world, but I wonder no longer. They are amongst the poorest teams that I have seen, and Manchester City, on the form they showed in this match, are very little better. The City won, but the best I can say for them is that it was a good job they were only playing Everton. For the representatives of two of the greatest, cities in the Empires and commanding the gates that they do the quality of the football was very disappointing indeed. The whole character of the game was reflected in an atrocious blunder by Murphy right at the commencement. He ought to have scored with ridiculous ease, but with the goal gaping before him, and at less than six yards range, he seemed to have an idea that it was necessary to perform a few gyrations before he put the ball into the net, with the result that he missed it completely. That was what was happening all through the match, not only in front of goal but in the field. Bungling and aimless kicking were always more conspicuous than cleverness and harmony. It was a game of catch-as-catch can.
MURPHY’S ATONEMENT
FAZACKERLEY gave Everton the lead nine minutes after the commencement, after beating Fletcher in a very adroit movement in which he lifted the ball over the head of the City defender. Had Blair left his charge on the instant he might have averted the disaster, but he delayed his advance just a fraction of a second too long, and Fazackerley had rounded his man and was again in possession before the custodian arrived on the scene. The rest was easy, Fazackerley simply shot through the untenanted goal, and with just a little bit of luck he would have had a second shortly afterwards. He tricked Woosnam very neatly in the penalty area, but his well intentioned effort passed wide of the far post. The City equalised four minutes from the interval through BROWELL who seemed to screw the ball round the body of Downs as it came across from Barnes. After seventeen minutes in the second half MURPHY made some atonement for his previous bowler by putting on the winning point from one of the very few concerted movements in the match. It was initiated by Fayers and improved upon by Woodcock who made the centre which both Browell and Barnes tried to reach. Harassed by Downs, however, they were unable to gather the ball which passed on to Murphy, and he made no mistake. Ten minutes after this Downs had to leave the field, he had strained the muscles of his thigh in the first half and also received a facial injury, and when he went across to tackle Meredith he aggravated the leg injury and had to be carried to the dressing rooms. Henceforth to the finish the game ran strongly in the City’s favour, and Browell ought assuredly to have scored on at least one occasion when left with only Fern to beat he banged the ball against the underside of the crossbar.
EVERTON’S WEAKNESSES
Everton made another effort in the last minute, and Blair distinguished himself with two very fine saves, but really the play of their forwards was the limit in puerility. Fazackerley was by far the best of a very poor lot, and whether or not it is that he had no confidence in his colleagues he destroyed his effectiveness by attempting too much. Chedgzoy ran very nicely at times, but he is not an international on this form. His centring was oftener than not behind the goal, and neither Crossley nor Harrison enhanced his reputation by cleverness or promptitude, whilst Irvine had a weakness for hanging on to the ball. He manoeuvred too much and passed too little, and of shooting he did none at all so far as I can recall. Brewster for the most part kept a very tight rein on Browell and was amongst the successes of the side, but Brown and Peacock were lacking in decision and, like Livingstone, anything but adept in the art of charging. They had little resource and were very easily beaten. Downs was by far the better back, and indeed the best of the quartette in the matter of keeping the ball in play. No responsibility lay on the shoulders of Fern for the defeat, though, like Blair, he was not weighted down with work. The City backs started very shakily, and though they improved in the second half they were never really sound under pressure, whilst the half-backs were far from a convincing force. Woosnam is not, playing the game that he did, and Hamill’s return did not make for any improvement. Fayers was much the better of the three from the point of view of effectiveness, though it can scarcely be said that he was a brillaint success. There is far too much of the haphazard in the play of the City team, and their triumph was not the reward of that standard of skill which is expected of a first-class team.  Though it cannot be said that the forwards played well, they were the best part of a very disappointing team. They were not a happy family and such merit as they possessed were revealed in spasms and in individual rather than collective efforts. Take out Browell and Barnes and there would have been neither life nor anything else in the line. They were the only hopes of the side as goal scorers, and even if they were not infallible they did betray something approaching ability and the will to win. Woodcock did fairly well, especially in the circumstances, but Meredith was slow and did not centre with anything like his wonted skill, and Murphy has got into that way of wasting time by fatuous manoeuvring that he has absolutely spoiled his effectiveness. Manchester City; Blair; Cookson, Fletcher; Fayers, M. Woosnam, Hamill; Meredith, Woodcock, Browell, Barnes, and Murphy. Everton; Fern; Downs, Livingstone; Brown, Brewster (Captain), Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Crossley, and Harrison. Referee; Mr. R. Carrick, London.

ANOTHER FOOTBALL SENSATION
The Liverpool Echo-Monday, December 19, 1921
Bee’s Notes
The second item, was the unusual one that Jeffs had been signed by Everton. This was exclusive news to the “Football Echo” -a further scoop. It is rather striking to find that Everton have signed on a man they saw play at Anfield when the trial took place for Liverpool. Liverpool were not satisfied with Jeffs of Orrell. Everton saw him again, and signed him. Jeffs does not fancy pro-dom as a matter of course, but he wants a position in life, and his football capabilities can get him that position. I doubt not. Jeffs was played by the Anfield club as centre half against the Villa, whereas his right position is wing half. I am sure now- and I said so the following day. Jeffs passed so well that he must be a good ‘un. His slowness does not matter so much just now. He can be worked up. I don’t remember anyone impressing me so much with his passes as Jeffs, and it was plain to see the reason they went astray. He was playing in Anfield’s drag-turf, whereas he has been used to hard, fiery grounds. Well, I hope he does Everton good service. He may not become a brillaint man, but I am sure Everton and other clubs can do with half-backs who feed their forwards with passes up and onward, but with the ball always turf-high. Go on with the good work, Jeffs!

BEATEN NEAR THE FINISH
The Liverpool Echo -Monday, December 19, 1921
By F.E.H
Of the Everton game, which was Everton’s early on and then was drawn and finally lost through a goal to Murphy, the ex-St. Helens boys; It is quite evident that the Everton team have struck a very bad patch. There were signs of improvement at West Bromwich a week ago, and on Saturday there appeared every likelihood of their gaining at least one point from Manchester City. Their football in the first half especially, was better than that of the Hyde-road brigade, and Fazackerley’s goal was one of those episodes which will stick in the mind of the follower of football. To begin with, it proved the wonderful cleverness of this inside forward. He worked his way through, lobbed the ball over the backs, and then scored with delightful insouciance. For quite a time after this Everton were the better side, but a reversal of the fortunes of the game cam when Browell-oh, the base ingratitude of ex-Evertonians! -thanks to a mistake on the part of Downs, scored an equaliser. The Everton full-back was continually in the wars. He was twice wounded before having finally to retire owing to a damaged leg, and on the way home one noticed that his face was a patchwork of plaster. Fortunately the damage is not serious, and he will, no doubt be in his place on Saturday. The City’s second goal was the result of a really clever bit of combination, in which all the forwards participated. Browell and Barnes led the way, and Murphy applied the coup de grace with a short shot that Fern rather helped to place into the net. One would like to give a good word to Irvine, who certainly stood up well in the centre-forward position, but truth compels the admission that he was physically swamped by that fine athlete Max Woosnam, who is a real tower of strength on the City side. Everton on the general run of the play, should have come away with at least one point in their pockets.

EVERTON IN LUCK-PALACE AT HOME
The Liverpool Echo-Monday, December 19, 1921
Bee’s
Everton’s luck in being drawn at home reminds one of the hard games they have had with the Palace in the past. Time was when the team could not win at the Palace-in the days of Jack Taylor- and won the replay. But there was another time when Everton went up to the Palace ground and Ernie Magner was centre-forward, and the Blues won. The Palace nowadays are a bigger proposition than formerly, and Everton will have to play well to get through the round.
Had Everton been drawn away by the way, there would have been a Schools’ Shield tie at Goodison.

A MATCH TOMORROW
The Liverpool Echo-Tuesday, December 20, 1921
Bee’s Notes
Everton “A” play Whiston Parish in the County Cup competition at Goodison Park tomorrow, kick-off at 2.15 and have selected the following team to do duty;- Naylor; Fare, Stansfield; Jeffs, Leary, McCrae; Parry, Young, Roberts, Barton, and Ingham. It will be seen that Jeffs, the new half back, is in the side. Whiston Parish; Bickerstaffe; Fenney, Fildes; Owens. Birks, Lyon, Nove, Leadbetter, Leadbetter, Lyon, Dagnall. The same team will play Burscough (away) on Saturday.

DOWNS NOT LIKELY TO PLAY FOR A FEW WEEKS
The Liverpool Echo- Wednesday, December 21, 1921
Bee’s Notes
EVERTON’S PREDICAMENT
Everton’s cup of misfortune on and off the field is well filled. The muscles of Downs’s leg are in such a state that he will not be able to play for some weeks- the best part of a month. That is a big loss, but it is tempered by the knowledge that Captain McDonald has got near fitness again, and is likely to play on Saturday. Weller is down with the flu’ and Crossley has caught the same wretched complaint. Weller has had a very bad time. The team has not yet been chosen, but I opine that when it is delivered to the public there may be a surprise selection that will set people talking.
  “Old but Disgusted Shareholder” writes again;- Are the shareholders going to wait until the club is actually in the Second Division before they take action? It is evident the club requires leadership[. May I again appeal as an old shareholder for the board to stuff their pride in their pockets and go to the one man who we know can lead the club out of its present awkward position.

EVERTON A v  WHISTON PARISH
The Liverpool Echo-Wednesday, December 21, 1921
Everton A and Whiston Parish met at Goodison, in the Lancashire Cup. Whiston led at the interval 2-1., Quicker on the ball, they had understanding and showed the better tactics. J. and A. Leadbetter were Whiston’s scores; Everton’s was Fare (penalty). Half-time; Whiston Parish 2-1
Match abandoned owing to bad light.
Final-Everton A 3, Whiston Parish 3. Extra time being played.

SURPRISE CENTRE CHOICE BY EVERTON F.C
The Liverpool Echo-Thursday, December 22, 1921
FLEETWOOD TO BE TRIED AS A LEADER OF ATATCK AGAINST MANCHESTER CITY ON SATURDAY
Two important news items are to hand to-day. One is to the effect that tom Fleetwood will play centre forward for Everton against Manchester City on Saturday.

EVERTON SIGN ON THREE BACUP PLAYERS.
December 23, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
Everton's team to meet Manchester City at Goodison to-morrow; will include, Wall at inside-left, in place of Crossley, who is down with influenza. McDonald makes a welcome reappearance, and is playing at right full back, owing to Downs being away through injuries, with these exceptions the teams are the same as last week. Fern, McDonald Livingstone, Brown, Brewster, Peacock, Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Wall, and Harrison. The Reserves team to meet Manchester Reserves, will include three Bacup players, Walker, left full back, Perry, inside-left, and Jackson, centre forward, who were signed on by Everton on Wednesday. The side will be, Salt, Caddick, Walker, Garrett, Leddy, Reid, Jones, Spencer, Jackson, Perry, and Alford.

IRVINE STILL IN THE CENTRE; WALL ON LEFT WING
The Liverpool Echo-Friday, December 23, 1921
Bee’s Notes
Everton
Tomorrow 2.15, home, Manchester City
Monday, 2.15 away, Sunderland
Monday 2.15, home Leeds United
Tuesday, home 11 a.m., Bolton Res
Everton; Fern; McDonald, Livingstone; Brown, Brewster, Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Wall, Harrison. Manchester City; Blair; Cookson, Fletcher; Fayers, Max Woosnam, Hamill; Kelly, Browell, Johnson, Barnes, Murphy.
The selection of the Everton team, in view of yesterday’s statement that Fleetwood would lead the forward line, has been of importance. Fleetwood is, after all, not chosen. With all due respect to player and officials I think it will be conceded that the choice of Irvine for his first home appearance is the wiser choice. Irvine, be it known, was an inside forward when he came here, and though he has played a fair number of times with the first side he has not yet been seen at Goodison Park. People may wonder how I came to nominate Fleetwood for centre berth. It was from information received, and I had good reason to believe the information. The club is bringing Alec Wall to the forward line again, this time as deputy to Crossley, who us unwell. Wall last time out in the senior side was at inside right; he made one appearance and then retired which is unfortunately, a happening that has occurred more than once with the selections at Goodison park. McDonald is the natural choice for back, as the captain has recovered and it will be noticed that Jock takes the place that he was accustomed to in Scottish football-right back. There is no need to be panicky about Everton. They have shown signs of recovery, and if the men can get over that odd goal-loss habit they will soon pick up goals and points. The fewer the changes the better the chance the men have. Hence congratulations to the board for not having disturbed the last line any more than was necessary.
THREE NEW PLAYERS FOR EVERTON
Everton yesterday signed on three new players, all from Bacup- a Lancashire Combination team. They are Walker (back), Jackson (centre-forward), and Parry (inside left), and all three will be given a trial with the Reserve team at Manchester to-morrow.

LITHERLAND CHARITY MATCH.
December 24, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
There is to be a grand match on Monday, kick-off 11 am, at Wilson's Lane Litherland. The Everton directors have kindly promised to send their "A" team, as follows: - Naylor, Hiddsworth, Gannaway, Gow, Jones, Dabler, Parry, McGivney, Virr, Barton, and Hastings. Litherland will play: - Knight, Adams, Wynne, Shennan, RA Jones, Gilmore, Cooney, Boardman, Derby, Kennedy, and Kelly. The entire proceeds are in aid of the local distress fund.

HOW EVERTON FARED v.  MANCHESTER CITY
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, December 24, 1921
Everton; Fern; McDonald (Captain), Livingstone; Brown, Brewster, Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Wall, Harrison. Manchester City; Blair; Cookson, Fletcher; Fayers, Max Woosnam, Hamill; Kelly, Browell, Johnson, Barnes, Murphy. Everton had a holiday gathering at Goodison park to-day, when Manchester City proved a great draw. Everton did not disturb the lines any more than injuries forced upon them, so far as defence was concerned, but they brought in Alex Wall as inside left, as Crossley was unwell. Downs absent- quite an uncommon feature for the hard-as-nails man- let in McDonald, the home captain, who, one was glad to see, had recovered at this most convenient time. City’s greatest change was with a new right wing, Meredith for once in a way. Kelly, the Irishman, took his place, and Browell went from centre to inside-right. Rain begam to fall just as the teams turned out, and the turf became greasy on top. Wall quickly came into the light with a nice dribble, and when Fletcher miskicked a corner was likely until Cookson cleared.
USING HIS HEAD
Irvine was swift on the backs, but was a shade slow to recognise what Fazackerley meant when he feinted to pass. The gravest danger arose from a Harrison corner, the ball being put straight to hand, and Brewster heading with rare judgement was quite near goaling. Everton’s form was better than for many weeks. They moved smoothly, and were very practical in all they did. As a result the following incidents occurred post haste;- Woosnam had to head away to frustrate Chedgzoy; Irvine had a shot blocked; Wall was very near, and would have been through but for falling; Chedgzoy surprised Hamill in a similar manner to Kelly’s surprise of Peacock; Irvine was a trifle too high with a shot that had been possible by Fazackerley’s beautiful inward turn of the ball. So far it was all Everton, and the change was delightful. Brown and Livingstone made use of the ball, and Irvine, on his first appearance with the first team at home, was showing the wisdom of persevering with the younger generation.
A TRIBUTE TO THE CAPTAIN
McDonald seemed more at home on the right, and the very fact that Barnes was doing no great good was a testimony to the home captain’s work. I had no sooner paid this tribute than McDonald was the victim of cruel luck. He took a free kick and fed the result being that the ball went straight over to Johnson, who let drive, and though the ball touched the foot of the post, it skidded crosswise to the back of the net. This was rank bad luck for Everton in spite of the due credit to Johnson for a first-time shot without any trimmings. From being comfortable attackers, Everton faded away under their misfortunate, and City became a new side.
CITY TWO UP
In fact, within five minutes they had made their score two in the following manner; Murphy had more than the pace to beat McDonald. When he centred the ball he was inches too high for Livingstone. Although the latter leapt a head the ball was beyond him. A head and a tale followed as a matter of course. The head was that of Johnson, the tale was a goal. It is not much consolation when you are two down to say that the leading team were not worth their points, but it is the fact that Everton were the victims of wretched luck to be down 2-0. They could have ribbed off some of the arrears if they had been content to shoot first time. Cookson tripped Irvine close to the penalty area, Harrison hit a beauty, Chedgzoy was not happy with his centres, and Brown and someone else were most unfortunate with really good class first time drives, to which Blair showed up capably.
Half-time; Everton 0, Manchester City 2
In spite of the foggy outlook an interval was taken, and when play was resumed Wall was too high for a reasonable range. As a consequence of Brown fading to be definite in his tackle, the City had a chance to make their third goal. They did not accomplish this feat, because Browell’s shot was well saved by Fern. The City wingers were not often on the run, but when they centred there was judgement in their strength and Fern had to punch away under difficulties.
A DARING MANCEUVRE
Stan Fazackerley swept through the opposition and had everyone beaten, but Blair. It was a thrilling moment and Blair’s only chance was to fall and smoother the ball which he did with some luck and much daring. The crowd of 30,000 people waxed enthusiastic and cheered on their side for desperate striving and useful attack. Chedgzoy nearly scored, and Blair’s brilliance was the stumbling block. Chedgzoy made a further sprint, and his centre was a gem of direction and pace. However, Wall could do everything except get the ball to goal. Throughout the game there had not been an injury, and one was sorry to see McDonald force a City player down to the ground by a trip. Browell tried hard to score against his old side, and was followed by a real Chedgzoy run, which presented a centre that absolutely called out for conversion.
TOO LATE FOR HIS “BOX”
Wall was inches too late to receive the Christmas box. When Chedgzoy was hurt a spectators foolishly invaded the field.
IRVINE DELIGHTS THE CROWD
Irvine scored a great goal after eighty minutes, and so overjoyed was the crowd that one of their number ran on to the field and shook hands with the scorer. An amazing turn round occurred, for in two minutes Fazackerley nodded a goal from Harrison’s centre. The crowd was frantic with delight. Blair had left his goal with fatal result.
AN AMAZING TURN
I do not remember more enthusiasm at Everton for ten years. The feat of getting two goals in the last ten minutes never seemed possible. Result; Everton 2, Manchester City 2.

MANCHESTER CITY RES v  EVERTTON RES
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, December 24, 1921
Manchester had Stanley Royle, the well-known sprinter at centre forward. Everton found places for three recruits from Bacup. It was a very evenly contested game in the first half, and greatly to the delight of the 6,000 spectators, Crowston gave Manchester the lead midway through the period, Salt in the Everton goal made several clever clearances, and but for him Manchester would have held in much wider lead at half-time than they did.

SENSATIONAL FINISH
Athletic News- Monday, December 26, 1921
EVERTON’S THRILLING RECOVERY AGAINST MANCHESTER CITY
WELL SAVED GAME
EVERTON 2, MANCHESTER CITY 2
By the Pilgrim
Though they were lucky in the sense that any team must be lucky who save agamein which they are two goals behind ten minutes from the finish, Everton were  in every way worthy of the point they secured in their encounter with ManchesterCity at Goodison Park. Indeed, their performance cannot be too highly appraised, nor can their play generally. They were a very different team than they showed themselves at Hyde-road the previous week. These was far more life and far more method in their work, and far more skill too, though it really seemed as though they would have to go without any reward. The reason for this, however, was not to he found in any deficiency or lack of effort on their part, but rather in the brilliance of the City’s, defence. Nothing could have been better than the display of Blair and his backs until that fatal period near the close, and especially that of the goalkeeper, who, until he capitulated for the first time, was unquestionably the man of the match. He simply thrilled the crowd with his daring dashes and clever clearances. For 81 minutes he seemed absolutely unbeatable, but then his adventurous spirit brought dire results. He went out one too often, missed the bail, and being unable to get back, lost his side a goal and a point.
A POINT WELL EARNED
I do not blame Blair unduly, for if he was at fault on this occasion he had certainly saved his side in the earlier stages of the contest, and when all is said and done it would have been very hard lines for Everton had they been beaten. For the first twenty minutes of the game they were simply all over the City, and never at any stage could it be said that they were the inferior team, well though the visitors played once they got the scent of the battle. As an aggressive force the visitors had not been in the hunt, and it seemed anything but a dangerous moment when JOHNSON picked up a pass from Barnes, deceived Livingstone, and then beat Fern with a left foot shot which struck the inside of the far post and rebounded into the net. There was far more merit in the second goal which JOHNSON placed to his credit four minutes later, for it was a triumph of judgment when he ran past Livingstone, to head through from a beautiful centre by Murphy, although it had the flavour of a cheap point when contrasted with the experiences of Everton at the other end of the field.
The Transformation.
But then came the transformation. IRVINE, apparently as harmless as Johnsonhad been when he opened the scoring, slipped past Cookson on the penalty line and lobbed a high ball over the head of Blair into the net; and before a spectator who, in his exultation had rushed into the centre of the field to shake the hand of the Irishman, had clambered back over the palings the City's disaster to which I have referred occurred. If Blair was primarily responsible in leaving his goal to intercept Harrison’s centre, it did seem as though one of the backs ought to have prevented FAZACKERLEY reaching the ball, but to one resisted the well-groomed Everton forward, and he headed the ball  into the untenanted goal. Blair had made a respectable effort to get back, but he was too late.  In the concluding minute’s Everton went very near winning, for they played with greater life and enthusiasm than ever, and on the form they showed in this match they will not be long before they improve their position in the table. They might have been a different team entirely front that I saw at Hyde-toad. Their defence all through was very good indeed, Fern, it not so spectacular as Blair, keeping a clever, safe, and watchful goal, and Livingstone showing both artistry and resource in his opposition to the crafty City forwards. . But nowhere was the improvement so pronounced as at half-hack and forward. Brewster was always in the picture, and was as distinguished in attack as he was in defence, whilst Peacock purveyed the ball with cleverness and discretion, and Brown acquitted himself very well against troublesome wing. There was much more of the aggressive spirit in the forward line, and if Irvine did not accomplish a great deal he scored his goal very well, whilst some of the wing play was excellent. Though Wall ought to have scored in the second half, his passing, like that of Fazackerley, was very good: but Harrison was rather inclined to delay his centres, and did not make headway like Chedgzoy, who, in the second half, was the real Chedgzoy, and unequalled by any forward on the field. The City had a most exasperating experience, but as the game ran they had really no reason to complain with the result. Up to the last ten minutes the defence was magnificent, perhaps more sound than brilliant but at the same time thoroughly reliable and almost faultless. Of Blair's goalkeeping I have already spoken, and as a pair Fletcher and Cookson have not played better since the season opened. Fletcher was quite himself again and unsurpassedby any defender on the field, though no one on the side rendered better service than Max Woosnam, whose head work and placing were masterly. Fayers thew himself whole-heartedly into his work and if not so quick or so vigorous there was judgment and artistry in much in Hamill's play. The forwards were much more open in their methods and for this Barnes was largely responsible, though the dash and bustle of Johnson contributed to an appreciable improvement, as also did the pace of Kelly. There were times when the Irishman would have done better to have gone on with the ball: his centring was rather too square, but he got along very well with Browell, who like Barnes had not the best of luck with his shooting. Murphy's centre which produced the second goal was as good as anything he did, and he would have increased his effectiveness if he had been similarly prompt on other occasions, but for all that,he did very well and shared in the general improvement. Everton.—Fern; McDonald (Captain), Livingstone; Brown, Brewster, Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Wall and Harrison. Manchester City; Blair; Cookson, Fletcher; Fayers, Max Woosnam, Hamill; Kelly, Browell, Johnson, Barnes, and Murphy. Referee; Mr. R. Callick, London.

EVERTON AGAIN PRSPECTING
Athletic News- Monday, December 26, 1921
Hunter Hart, the Airdrieonians’ noted left half-back, is to be transferred to the club making the highest offer. Everton are anxious to get Hart and made a big bid for him on Friday. The directors however, resolved to place all offers on an equal footing and these will be considered this week.

CENTRAL LEAGUE
Athletic News- Monday, December 26, 1921
Manchester City gained a very clever victory over Everton who were beaten by two goals to none. City were the cleverest side, Alfred Ford and Warner, for the winners, proving a very clever right wing. The former was always dangerous with his fast runs and centres. This pair should on their form make a very useful wing. Crawshaw, another conspicuous figure was thrustful and scored both goals. The defence all through was very sound with Allen the most prominent. For Everton the most notable players were Caddick, Leddy, and Jones.

EVERTON 2 MANCHESTER CITY 2
27, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
EVERTON'S MIXED FARE.
JUST DRAW WITH CITY, BUT UPSET SUNDERLAND AT ROKER
Everton promised to win their home encounter with Manchester City in the first 15 minutes, and yet fell away to such an extent when Johnson unexpectedly opened the scoring for the visitors that their defeat seemed certain ten minutes from time. The blow the Blues received in the first half, was certainly a heavy one, as Johnson had the ball in the net three times in four minutes, but the second effort was disallowed. However, the lead seemed likely to credit the City with a couple of points and make the home position in the table more insecure than ever when there came a remarkable transformation. Irvine, leading the attack for the first time at Goodison, festened on one of the few passes he had received, and slipped the backs. He was still some way out, when Blair advanced a few yards, but the forward lifted the ball just sufficiently high for the keeper to be unable to reach it by springing up, and the leather fell into the net behind him. Straight from the re-start Everton rushed away again, and the ball was slung out to Harrison, who returned it to the middle where Fazackerley promptly Fazackerley promptly equalised amid enthusiasm. For the concluding ten minutes Everton were all over their opponents, and had they shown the same determination all thorough they would probably have won. McDonald returned to the side, and the defence proved quite sound, and Brewster was the best of a solid middle line, while Fazackerley was the pick of a forward line which was apt to dally over long before shooting. Of the visitors Fletcher, Max-Woosnam, and Johnson took the eye. The teams were: - Everton: - Fern, goal, McDonald (captain), and Livingstone, backs, Brown, Brewster, and Peacock, half-backs, Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Wall, and Harrison, forwards. Manchester City: - Blair, goal, Cookson, and Fletcher, backs, Fayers, Max-Woosanm, and Hamill, half-backs, Kelly, Browell, Johnson, Barnes, and Murphy, forwards .

SUNDERLAND 1 EVERTON 2
December 27, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
A TALE OF TWO PENALTIES.
FERN SAVES TWO PENALTIES.
To win by two goals to one after having two unconverted penalties given against them suggests that Everton were more than a little lucky in their visit to Sunderland yesterday. Yet though they had that little share of good fortune indicated in Sunderland's failure to score from two spot kicks would have been decidedly unfortunate had they not won. In the first instance take the two penalties given against them. The first award in the initial half when Everton were leading by a goal to nothing was the outcome of impulse rather than deliberate action of Livingstone, who handled when his goal was in no danger. Hawkes took the penalty kick and Fern direction saved finely. Everton were two goals up when the second penalty kick was awarded and that for a fair shoulder charge on Stephenson (By Fleetwood-Post). As Buchan took the kick the ball, a fraction of a second before, rolled off the spot through the wind. The whistle sounded, but not quick enough to delay Buchan's kick and the ball entered the net. Of course the kick had to be taken again and this time Fern stopped it and got the leather away. Everton's luck certainly ceased thereafter. Five minutes after the interval Chedgzoy went lame, and although he persisted in playing for another quarter of an hour or so, he was a passager, and eventually left the field. Everton's fight thereafter was gallant, and Fern's custodianship brilliant. Prior to this Everton played delightfully, their combination being far and away superior to that of Sunderland. Perfect understanding marked all departments, and there was skill and spirit about the opening movements that occasioned no surprise to the 35000 spectators when Wall, after 15 minutes scored the opening goal. The second point was scored by Chedgzoy four minutes after the interval after a splendid individual effort. Sunderland took command in the last half hour, and four minutes from the end Britton scored. Teams: - Sunderland: - Dempster, goal, Hobson, and England, backs, Parker, Kasher, and Poole, half-backs, Stephenson, Buchan, Mitton, Hawes, and Martin, forwards. Everton: - Fern, goal, McDonald (captain), and Livingston, backs, Brown, Fleetwood, and Peacock, half-backs, Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Wall, and Harrison, forwards.

MANCHESTER CITY RESERVES 2 EVERTON RESERVES 0
December 27, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
CENTRAL LEAGUE (Game 19)
Everton Team: - Salt, goal, Caddick, and Walker, backs, Garrett, Leddy, and Reid, half-backs, Jones, Spencer, Jackson, Perry, and Alford, forwards.
No more details.

EVERTON RESERVES 2 LEEDS UNITED RESERVES 2
December 27, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
CENTRAL LEAGUE (Game 20)
There was a sensational finish to the match at Goodison Park yesterday, where Everton Reserves, and Leeds United Reserves, played a draw of two goals each, for the Blues only managed to equalise right on time. After taking the lead through Spencer early in the first half, the Blues allowed Leeds to drew level, Robson being the scorer, and following the resumption Lush gave the visitors the lead with a fine drive. Everton continued to force the pace, but it was not until within a few seconds from time that Grenyer put them on level terms. The home defence was good, while Jones and Alford were the pick of the forwards, Jackson and Perry, lately signed on from Bacup, created a good impression, though the former suffered injury early in the game. Leeds were well served all round, Frew, Sherwin, Coates, and Poyntz, doing particularly well.

ROKER PARK REVERSE
The North Star, Tuesday, December 27, 1921
WEARSIDERS GO UNDER TO EVERTON
NO TOFFEE FORSUNDERLAND
By Wearsider
Before a vast concourse of 40,000 spectators, in an enthusiastic holiday mood, Sunderland suffered their first defeat this season at home, Everton lowering their colours by 2-1. The last 20 minutes of the game were fought at a terrific pace, and to a perfect hurricane of cheers. The Wearsiders played with such dash and vim that there was every prospect of them making a draw at any moment. And a draw it would have been but for a piece of very bad luck. With two goals to rub off, one of which the Evertonians secured in the first half and one in the second, Sunderland were awarded a penalty kick for a bad foul on parker. The shot was taken by Buchan, who found the net, but he got his foot to the ball a moment before the referee gave the signal, and the goal was disallowed, and the kick taken again. On this occasion the custodian, Fern, was all there and made a fine save. Everton scored their first goal after 19 minutes’ play, and a very tame affair it was. It came from a free kick, and the ball just dribbled through the goal with Dempster apparently at a loss how to deal with it as it rolled along the ground. Their second goal, however, was very different, and was secured in brillaint style by Chedgzoy ten minutes after the interval. Sprinting down the wing like a hare, he outdistanced all opposition, and with an open goal in front of him he finished up with a smashing shot against which Dempster never had a chance. Sunderland’s one goal was scored in the second half by Mitton, who, accepted a pass from Buchan, very cleverly landed it in the net. A fairly stiff breeze was blowing throughout the game, and the Wearsiders having lost the toss were set the task of facing the wind. But when in that position neither side appeared to be at any disadvantage so far as their play was concerned. Indeed, such was the form shown by Everton throughout the game that it is difficult to understand their position on the League chart. They were far and away the better team, and showed much greater science and skill than the Wearsiders, and their victory was achieved on merit alone.
BRILLIANT GOALKEEPING
At the same time there can be no doubt that their custodian, Fern, played the principal part in the victory. His goalkeeping was of outstanding brilliance, and again and again he saved when his side were in a tight and critical corner. The Wearsiders made and sustained at times some desperate attacks on the Everton citadel, and they had the visiting defence at their mercy. But when it came to the final kick Fern was a stumbling block that could not be beaten. All the more credit to Mittontherefore for the smartness with which he eventually out-manoeuvred him.  The Wearsiders did not play so good a play game as they did Saturday.  The slippery character of the ground militated against this to a considerable extent, but at the same time their form had gone back. Buchan more especially was weak and except for occasional flashes he did not get support from Stephenson. On the left wing Martin evinced a great fondness to dally with the ball instead of getting his kick in when he had the opportunity. The result was he frequently lost it. Hawes was very clever, but not so much so as against West Bromwich, and the penalty kick awarded the Wearsiders right in the Everton goalmouth, which he took, should have brought a goal. Probably it would have with any custodian but the brillaint Fern. Mitton also missed some good chances, though he partly atoned for these by eventually finding the net.
HOME DEFENCE FAULTY
The Sunderland defence was much at fault. Each member was out on a roving commission, and when wanted was not at the spot where he ought to have been. Parker, who played an untiring and dashing game, was very guilty of this sort of thing, and was far too frequently seen on the left wing. On the other hand, Everton always seemed to have a man where he was wanted, and though Chedgzoy was badly limping throughout the greater part of the second half, and had to leave the field some 20 minutes before the close of the game, the visitors got along splendidly without the help of so powerful an asset. They played a passing game of much brilliance, and their splendid combination frequently elicited cheers from an excited crowd that was never lacking enthusiasm in urging on the Wearsiders. Chedgzoy was a terror until he was injured, and with Fazackerley was too much for the Wearside defence. The pivotal man, Irvine, was another brilliant player. Their intermediate line was all over the Wearside vanguard and countered nearly every movement that was set up. But the home short passing was faulty, and had they swung the ball more about they would have fared better. McDonald, of Everton, was weak at right back, and it was this vulnerable spot that Sunderland as a rule penetrated. It was by no means a great game, but it was essentially suited to the taste of a holiday crowd, and as such aroused much enthusiasm.
Final;- Sunderland 1, Everton 2.

BRAVE, EVERTON!
The Liverpool Echo-Tuesday, December 27, 1921
Fern and his colleagues in front of him well earned the cheers they received for their brilliant work at Roker Park yesterday. To Fern in particular and the brilliant exhibition of Fleetwood and his two flank men Everton owe the two points they took from Sunderland. It falls to few visiting team to win by the odd goal after two penalties have been awarded against them. Fern saved both of them, and there was no mistaking the appreciation of the goalkeeper’s work shown by the Sunderland supporters as he left the field. Despite the fact that they were without Chedgzoy in the last twenty minutes Everton were the better side. Irvine fed his forwards well with timely passes to the front, and in this respect he opened play out so effectively that Sunderland’s defence was continually finding itself badly placed for ‘possession. Chedgzoy until he was injured beat England on almost every occasion. Fazackerley played like a master, and Harrison was also a star artist. Behind the forwards Fleetwood was a great pivot, and Peacock had Buchan repeatedly bottled up. There was little to chose between Livingstone and McDonald who were both superior to the Sunderland pair. Abson and England were repeatedly over-kicking their forwards and the Sunderland halves on many occasions simply played into the hands of Fleetwood and his colleagues. Mitton displayed plenty of dash but little judgement. Sunderland’s best forward being Hawes, who, however, found Martin wanting. Still the Sunderland left wing was easily their best, as Buchan and Stevenson were most effectively held. The game was watched by 35,000 people, and from start to finish Sunderland had most of the play, but were up against a rock-like defence.
FERN’S BRILLIANCE
Early on Chedgzoy was tripped, and he placed the free kick to the head of Wall, who easily beat Dempster. A few minutes later Livingstone handled, but Fern anticipated the flight of the penalty kick and saved. Good shots were few and far between but Everton got their second goal ten minutes after the interval through Chedgzoy running through brilliantly and beating Dempster all ends up. Sunderland played with tremendous vigour in the last half-hour, but Fern was magnificent. Fleetwood conceded another penalty from which Buchan shot into the net, but he had to retake the kick, and this time Fern saved brilliantly. However, Sunderland got their deserts just before the finish, when Mitton scored with a beautiful shot. Result; Sunderland 1, Everton 2.

EVERTON RES v  BOLTON RES
The Liverpool Echo- Tuesday, December 27, 1921
At Goodison Park. Everton gave a trial to a new centre-forward in McGivney, late of Rigby’s Flour Mills, secured by Dan Kirkwood. The opening play favoured Everton, and Alford made a great individual effort without success. Bolton made progress, and gained a corner, which Yarwood cleared after Caddick miskicked. McGivney was very prominent and fed his wings with good judgement. On the run of the play to this stage Everton were the more dangerous, and Bourne dealt with several good shots in masterly fashion. Bolton’s best efforts came through Kidd and Butler, but Salt was never seriously tested. Spencer opened the score for Everton from a centre by Alford, and after Bourne made a smart save from McGivney. Grenyer added a second from Jones’s centre. At the interval Everton fully deserved their lead of 2 goals to nil. Opening of the second half went mostly in favour of Bolton, who kept Everton penned in their own quarters for a time, during which Salt made clever saves from Crewe, Kidd, and Lowe. A mistake through Fleetwood gave Butler a clear opening, who gave the keeper no chance with a low shot, and ten minutes later they got the equaliser through Crewe. With scores level and only five minutes to play, Reid took a free kick, and McGivney smartly headed the ball just out of Bourne’s reach. More excitement followed when one minute later the referee, after consulting the linesman, gave Everton a penalty, and Grenyer scored the fourth. Final; Everton 4, Bolton 2.

EVERTON RESERVES 4 BOLTON WANDERERS RESERVES 2
December 28, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
CENTRAL LEAGUE (Game 21)
There was another sensational finish to the match at Goodison Park yesterday, when Everton Reserves defeated Bolton Wanderers Reserves by 4 goals to 2. Five minutes from time the scores were level, when Everton were awarded a penalty kick. Reid put into goal from McGiveney, a new player on trial, to head into the net, whilst one minute later Grenyer scored from a penalty. The Blues were aggressive in the opening stages and Spencer scored, while Grenyer added a second just before the interval. Bolton improved following the resumption and equalised through Butler and Crewe but only for Everton to win as mentioned previously. Everton were well served by the defence, while in the forward line Alford stood out alone. He received valuable assistance from Grenyer, who was at inside left. McGiveney gave a capital display in his first appearance with the team but Jones and Spencer gave of their best in the initial half, Watson, Kidd, and Butler were seen to best advantage for the Wanderers.

OLD FOOTBALLER’S DEATH.
Lancashire Evening Post - Thursday 29 December 1921
FATAL SEIZURE WHILE PLAYING BILLIARDS
Whilst playing billiards, last night, at Bolton, where had been a publican for the last 21 years, Walter Hammond, the old Sheffield United centre forward, who played for the League against Ireland as far back 1894, had a fatal seizure. After leaving Sheffield he played for a time for Leicester Fosse. He was 53 years age, and had enjoyed good health.

DIED PLAYING BILLIARDS
Yorkshire Evening Post - Thursday 29 December 1921
Former Footballer Who Played For England
Walter Hammond, an old Sheffield United centre forward, who played for England against Ireland in 1894, died last night, whilst playing billiards at the Astley Bridge Conservations Club, Bolton.  For the past 21 years Hammond had been the licensee of two Bolton hotels.  He was 53 years of age, and had enjoyed good health.  He finished his football career with the Leicester Fosse club. 

OLD TIME FOOTBALLER DIES AT BOLTON
The Liverpool Echo- Thursday, December 29, 1921
The death of an old Sheffield United footballer, and gained honours as far back as 1894, when he appeared against Ireland occurred suddenly at Bolton last night in the person of Walter Hammond. It was as a centre that he won fame. Whilst playing billiards on Wednesday he had a fatal seizure.

EVERTON AND BOLTON SIDES SELECTED
The Liverpool Echo- Thursday, December 29, 1921
Bee’s Notes
Tremendous interest has been aroused in the Everton side by reason of their wonderful draw against City and their still more wonderful win at Sunderland-the latter win must give Liverpool a hope that they never expected prior to Boxing Day! The test of the Everton side on Saturday is big, but not too big. Let me explain. Not since October 1 have Bolton lost away, and no club have a better away record in the League. They have actually won five away games, and have gathered as many points on foreign grounds as at home, and not since October 29 have they been beaten in any match. That reads tremendously severe, but Everton can take it from me that certain of the Bolton members are not playing well. Donaldson’s return shows him as clever as ever, but not as hearty as heretofore. Therefore, on that point alone Everton can take heart. There is a doubt about the centre half position with the Wanderers, who will play either Seddon or Rowley. Everton have played fewer matches than most teams this Christmastide, and should be the fitter side at the moment, and with the crowd helping them on with encouragement that has been so lacking recently, I see no reason why Everton should not pull out another victory. You will be interesting in Howarth, the full-back. He is an Atherton boy, who has no great height, but has proved himself one of the best backs in the League this season. The Bolton side reads; Hinton; Howarth, Jones; Longworth, Seddon or Rowley, Jennings; Donaldson, Jack, Roberts, Smith and Vizard. Everton will field the same side as that which won at Sunderland. Fleetwood will thus figure again at centre half, where last Monday he played a storming game. The team will thus be; Fern; McDonald and Livingstone; Brown, Fleetwood, Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Wall, and Harrison.
The Reserves at Burnden Park; Salt; Garrick and Yarwood; McCrae, Leddy and Garrett; Jones, Spencer, McGivney, Grenyer, and Alford.
For the Cup tie with Crystal Palace on January 7 tickets will be on sale at the office and particulars are as follow; Ground admission, 1s, both ends of Bullens-road and the paddock, 2s; centre portion (present shareholders and members’ stand with tip-up seats, numbered and reserved), 5s; and the present 2s 4d stand, tickets 3s each. The whole of the Goodison-road double decker, 3s numbered and reserved. The goal double-decker numbered and reserved (entrance Goodison road and Bullens-road), seats 3s each, tickets obtainable from the office only.

EVERTON SIDE UNCHANGED.
December 30, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
Naturally the Everton directors are highly pleased at the success of the team at Sunderland, and have decided to reply on the same side opposes Bolton Wanderers at the Park to-morrow. Fleetwood will again play centre-half. Tom played a fine game at Sunderland, Brewster having to stand down owing to an injured leg. The half-back line generally did well, and the full side to do duty against the Wanderers is as follows: - Fern, McDonald, and Livingstone, Brown, Fleetwood, and Peacock, Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Wall, and Harrison. The Reserves team to play against Bolton will be: - Salt, Caddick, and Yarwood, McGrea, Leddy, and Garrett, Jones, Spencer, McGivney, Grenyer, and Alford. It will be noticed that Grenyer is again filling the inside left berth.

GOODISON CUP TIE PRICES.
For the cup-tie against Crystal Palace at Everton on January 7, tickets will be on sale at the office to-morrow. The prices are as follows: - Sharesholders and members' stand, centre of Bullens-road, tip-up seats, numbered and reserved 5s each. The reserved stand tickets 3s each. Two ends of Bullens-road and Paddock, pay at turnstiles 2s each. The whole of the goal double decker reserved, entrance Bullen-road and Goodison road, 3s. The whole of the Goodison road double-decker, reserve and numbered 3s.

CHEDGZOY'S LOST OVERCOAT.
Apparently by mistake, somebody took Sam Chedgzoy's overcoat from a Liverpool hotel on Saturday evening prior to the Everton team's departure for Sunderland. The coat contained a silk scarf, A silver cigarette case, a pair of gloves, and an autograph book. This latter is of no value to anybody except Sam, who greatly prizes it. He would be delighted to receive back the autograph book.

AN EX-UNITED FORWARD
Sheffield Daily Telegraph, Friday, December 30, 1921
WALTER HAMMOND DIES WHILST PLAYING BILLIARDS
Walter Hammond, the old Sheffield United centre-forward, died on Wednesday night whilst playing billiards at the Astley Bridge Conservative Club, Bolton. For the past 21 . years he had been a licensee in Bolton. He was 53 years of age, and had been in good health. He finished his football career with the Leicester Fosse club, The above telegram apparently refers to the player whom Sheffield United followers of the middle 'nineties knew as Harry Hammond. He took a public-house in Lancashire many years ago. Hammond came to United from Everton with Bob Cain. A little, sturdy man, he played centre-forward for United, and was very popular. He married the daughter of Joe Rowbotham, the old Yorkshire cricketer.

BEE’S NOTES
The Liverpool Echo-Friday, December 30, 1921
The magic revival of Everton against Manchester City, together with the win at Roker, make sure that the Everton people will turn up in big numbers and will once more show enthusiasm for the men. Until the City game was near its end no one could say that the spectators had encouraged the players. The side is welding into a working side. Chedgzoy gave one of his brightest displays at Roker, and altogether the position at Goodison Park is much better than at any point this season. Bolton have a splendid side, fore and aft. Smith and Vizard used to be the all-in-all to Bolton, but nowadays Roberts and more particularly Jack come into the picture. The game will be a severe one for both sides. Let us hop the home club wind up the old year in good manner. Teams; Everton; Fern; McDonald, Livingstone; Brown, Fleetwood, Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Wall, Harrison. Bolton; Hinton; Howarth, Jones; Longworth, Seddon (or Rowley), Jennings; Donaldson, Jack, Roberts, Smith, Vizard.

A CHEER FOR THE BLUES.
December 31, 1921. The Liverpool Courier.
The success of Everton at Sunderland should act as a tonic to both players and supporters –the latter especially. Last week during the game with Manchester City there was a strange silence overchanging that suggested a funeral rather than an exhilarating game of football, and this was not without its effect upon the wearers of the blue jerseys. True, all was not going well with them at the time, but that was all the more reason for giving them a little encouragement. The effect of the latter upon the players was shown in the closing minutes, when a game that to all purposes had been lost to the City was snatched out of the visitors' grasp and in the end left drawn. This afternoon Everton will again be facing Lancashire opponents in Bolton wanderers. Now, seeing the latter, lowered Manchester City's home record, it would appear –strictly on the book –as though Everton are in for a beating. It is, however, not always a good thing to go by the book, and on their Wearside form alone Everton side is certain to be troublesome to Donaldson, Smith, Jack, and Company. Another display like that won at Roker Park will bring in another couple of welcome points: but don't forget, the side needs encouragement. The teams are: - Everton-Fern, McDonald, and Livingstone, Brown, Fleetwood, and Peacock, Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Wall, and Harrison. Bolton Wanderers – Hinton, Howarth, and Jones, Longsworth, Seddon (or Rowley), Jennings, Donaldson, Jack, Roberts, Smith, and Vizard.

EVERTON’S GREAT WELCOME AT GOODISON PARK
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, December 31, 1921
Everton; Fern; McDonald (Captain), Livingstone; Brown, Fleetwood, Peacock; Chedgzoy, Fazackerley, Irvine, Wall, Harrison. Bolton; Hinton; Howarth, Jones; Rowley, Seddon, Jennings; Donaldson, Jack, Longworth, Smith, Vizard.
EVERTON WIN BY LAST-MINUTE GOAL
By Bees
The Goodison crowd was very earnest, and although many were not in time to see the start of the game, still the teams got a hearty welcome. Th winning of the toss was a consideration, because the sun was fairly glaring. McDonald was lucky enough to win. Each right wing started in promising fashion, and Fazackerley made some promising runs and dribbles. The Everton backs and half-backs were inclined to play safely to abnormal lengths.
A WARY BIRD
The passing back principle occurred a half dozen times in the first ten minutes, and a much prettier motif was the back-heeling touch by peacock. Everton smelt danger when Joe Smith raced away, beat McDonald, and shot with a slight pull, the ball passing wide. Everton made a rally, thanks to Irvine and Harrison and a corner taken by Harrison threatened to produce a goal. Only good fortune kept Hinton from defeat, as when Chedgzoy drove a low and fast ball, the goalkeeper was beaten and the ball hit him on the leg. McDonald did a lot of good solid work just now and within two minutes had all the misfortune that was going. Donaldson beat Livingstone, and passed square to Joe Smith, who was keen to keep onside, so that when he scored his amazement was great because he found the referee adjudged the point offside. Jack was injured, and when Fern took a kick on the arm to save a certainty, Smith put outside, though to all purpose, he had an open goal.
BANDAGLING FERN
After Hinton had done well to catch a ball after losing sight of it, Fern had to kick away, and his attention was more concerned at the moment about his arm being bandaged. The Scottish backs representing Everton did some neat dodging when they were severely pressed, and after the crowd had shouted, “Get shut;” they applauded the discretion of the players. Smith was out of luck with a shot that was sailing home, but hit a defender and passed for a corner. However, Harrison deserved a goal for his direct action in taking a first drive of unusual power and worth a goal. Harrison had just sufficient time to get his boot to the ball ere the defence closed on him. The shot “scared” over the left angle of the goalpost. A similar type of shot was made by Smith, who, after beating McDonald was beaten by the back, but came again and won through, only to shoot over. The contrast to Smith was provided when Wall hesitated and was lost.
PLEASING THE CROWD
Bolton were much more dangerous in attack, and when Vizard made one of his dodging runs around McDonald, he had the ill luck to kick forward with his left foot on to his right foot. The crowd applauded the run and also applauded Fleetwood when he recovered from a winded process. There was a fearful bungle in the Everton defence when Donaldson put in a simple centre, three men of each side completely missing the ball. Harrison was hurt on the eye, and Fern was playing one handed all through this half owing to his injury. Just before the interval, Wall made a splendid run, and Fazackerley seemed all over a scorer, when his way was crowded out by Bolton’s brilliant back.
Half-tome; Everton 0, Bolton 0
Had Roberts been able to play at centre today he would have put up a sequence of eighty appearances. He is as hard as nails, but had received a blow on the ankle that prevented his playing.
FAZACKERLEY ZIG ZAG
When the game was resumed Fazackerley made a zig-zag run though went just one to often and was smothered. More to the point was the sudden shot made by Donaldson, although the ball went outside. Everton lost much by sheer refusal to centre or shoot when the chance came, and Wall was perhaps the biggest sinner of the lot. Harrison made telling centres all the time, and Fazackerley after a pretty pass threatened to do something starting, but fail. His appeal for a penalty was without avail. There followed an appealing centre for Chedgzoy, and as Hinton missed his aim in trying to punch away, a goal should have been scored. The crowd, after being silent for a long spell began the American “fan” business and the players were undoubtedly affected by the enthusiastic calls of the spectators. The crowd went whole hog for encouragement of the home lot and were inspired. Attack on attack was made, until Joe Smith had to go and help the defence, and Jack who changed places with Longworth, had a blow on the face. Everton were “all but” scorers time and again. Irvine went near with a header for Harrison, and was followed with a perfect Chedgzoy centre, added to which Irvine kicked right over the ball that had been crossed by Fazackerley, who was unable to bring it down quickly.
BUBBLING WITH EXCITEMENT
Chedgzoy was just inches over and Hinton made a wonderful effective catch when Harrison plied a pile-driver. Excitement grew intense and Bolton for a change got into the attacking department, and found Fern misthrowing after Livingstone had dribbled once to often, Donaldson beating then. Hinton refused to concede a point, and his save from Irvine was admirable. Bolton were harassed and hampered, yet when they got away in spasms they should have been more dangerous than they were. Vizard, for instance, had a fine chance to shoot, but did not get the ball under way. It was a pity that Everton’s good play at this point should have been married. McDonald, captain of the side, thought fit to deliberately attack Vizard, although he had no chance to reach the ball. We like ding-dong football, but these additions are not nice between one football brother and another. Five minutes from the finish Bolton were awarded a penalty kick for a supposed foul by McDonald on Smith, neither man being in the vicinity of the ball. Everton were furious in denying the verdict and overjoyed when Smith took the kick and pulled it wide of the mark.
“THE PENALTY PREVENTER”
Fern, in this morning’s “Sporting Echo” was styled “The Penalty Preventer.” He has seen three penalty kicks fail this week.
LAST MINUTE GOAL
Fazackerley scored for Everton after 89 minutes. Final; Everton 1, Bolton Wanderers 0.

BOLTON RES v  EVERTON RES
The Liverpool Football Echo-Saturday, December 31 1921
About 5,000 spectators were present at Burnden Park, to see Everton, who are the best team in the League up to the present. The game opened at a good pace, and in the first two minutes Pym was called upon to save in the Bolton goal. The Wanderers transferred play for a short time, and there was a couple of good shots at the Everton goal which Salt saved. During the greater part of the first half Everton were in the Bolton area, and Alford and Jones were dangerous, Jones twice sent in shots which Pym was only just able to save and Perry hit the bar. There was no score at half time. Jones scored for the Wanderers the first minute in second half, and McGiveney equalised 15 minutes later. Final; Bolton Res 1, Everton Res 1.

OLD EVERTON PLAYER
The Liverpool Football Echo-Saturday, December 31, 1921
CONTEMPORARY OF LATTA, GEARY, AND DOYLE
Walter Harry Hammond the old Everton and Sheffield United centre forward who died at Bolton, on Wednesday night, whilst playing a game of billiards in the Astley Bridge Conservative Club was a native of Wavertree and his first club in the late eighties was Edge-hill. Then he helped to win a five a side competition at Chester Race course, and subsequently gave Everton his services for two years. His colleagues at that time included Latta, Geary, Hannah, Doyle, Chadwick, Holt&c, and his position was full back. Then Sheffield United offered him better terms than he was receiving at Walton, and at Bramall Lane he quickly made a name as a centre forward, showing remarkable consistency as a goal getter. He also turned out for Sheffield United at Cricket and showed good form that he was twice included in the Yorkshire County team. Retiring to the Liverpool district he proved of great assistance for three years to the New Brighton Tower Club, and captained the side which won the Wirral championship medals in the last season before the Tower club went out of existence. Then he went to Leicester Foss, but a severe attack of Typhoid fever ended his playing career.

STUB MARKS
The Liverpool Football Echo- Saturday, December 31, 1921
By Louis T. Kelly

• Saturday’s finish at Goodison recalled a long-ago match when Sunderland were the visitors and we had a last five minutes filled to the brim with sensational happenings.
• Everton’s long lane turned with a vengeance too, at Roker on Monday- their first victory in twelve consecutive fixtures
• Curiously, it was their first away success of the season, and Sunderland’s first home defeat
• After witnessing the closing few minutes play v City and later learning that Sunderland had failed with two penalty kicks at Roker, who will say that the day of miracles is over?
• Everton’s recovery has cone just at the right time, and should act as a fine stimulus both to the team and the management. The public, too, has a part to play, and that is to give the boys the necessary encouragement
• So let’s see to it that the Everton players cannot again charge their supporters with lukewarmness.
• Burnley alone have conceded no penalty kicks this season
• It was Everton’s first offence on Monday. They were let off with a caution
• Livingstone won many admirers by his display against City and at Roker
• Brown and Peacock showed marked improvement too
• It turned out all for the best that Irvine after all, should be given a chance of making good at Goodison
• Fleetwood’s turn came, two days later, when he had not a little to do with rendering Wearside’s inside forwards ineffective
• Everton have won in their last three visits to Sunderland-3-2 in 1919-20, 2-0 last season, and now 2-1 (a splendid “hat-trick”)
• As on Monday Tommy Fleetwood was the Blues’ acting centre half last season there
• It will thus be seen that Everton had some proposition on this afternoon
• Former full back clubmates- Yarwood and Howarth
• Everton chose the former. Bolton Wanderers got a prize in the second named