EVERTON 0 LIVERPOOL 2
May 1 st 1906. The Liverpool Courier.
Liverpool Senior Cup Final.
The football season came to a close yesterday and the “swan song” so far as the game is concerned locally took place last evening at Goodison Park, when Everton and Liverpool met to fight for the Liverpool Cup. In spite of wet and stormy weather a crowd of fully 18,000 spectators assembled to witness the grand final of the great winter pastime. The Lord Mayor was present, and at the close of the game, a game which terminated in a handsome win for Liverpool –the chief Magistrate presented the Cup to Raisebeck and handed over to the players medals of the occasion. The Lord Mayor paid a warm tribute to the skill of the players, and a great gathering of sport loving spectators loudly cheered his observations. The game was contested by the following teams: - Everton: - Scott goal, W.Balmer, and Crelly, backs, Chadwick, Taylor (Captain), and Abbott half-backs, Donnachie, Bolton, Young, Settle and Butler, forwards. Livverpool: - Hardy, goal, West, and Dunlop, backs, Parry, Raisebeck (Captain), and Bradley. Half-backs, Goddard, Parkinson, Hewitt, Gorman, and Carlin, forwards. Referee John Lewis. Raisebeck won the toss, and Everton started against the wind. They at once ran across and Bolton put in a hot shot, which caused Hardy to handle. Good half-back play put the Anfielders in possession, and it was more by good luck than good management that Balmer cleared his lines. The Everton forwards showed some magnificent footwork, and a movement in which the whole five were concerned termination in Donnachie shooting wide. For some time the home side monopolised the attack, but the siege was raised when Chadwick from long range, put the leather outside. Liverpool took up the attack, and the Evertonians were forced back upon their defence. Carlin put in a grand centre and Goddard, at the second attempt tested Scott with a very warm handful. The Irish man threw clear, but the Liverpool forwards returned again, and a corner was forced off Balmer, but it was eventually cleared. End to end play followed without either side gaining any material advantage. The game indeed was rather an exhibition of high class football than a been struggle, and though on, one occasion Raisebeck was desperately series in trying to score with a low raking shot, the ball was intercepted by Crelly. At this particular period the visitors were decidedly having the best of the argument, and shots from Gorman and Parkinson, both gave Scott an anxious moment. For quite a long time after the Evertonians were kept strictly on the defensive, but their shooting of the Reds was woefully lacking in accuracy. At length Everton got down on the left, but Butler shot yards wide of the mark, and for a second after Bolton allowed West to dispossess him, just as he was about to shoot. The Everton forwards were now making their presence know and Settle had a clear field in front of him, but shot straight at the Hardy. A another break away on the part of Young came to nothing, and it was not long before the visitors were again pressing. This time their movement were crowned with success for, the leather being taken along the left wing, the ball was centred well, and Gorman, after Hewitt had just missed the pass, dashed up and netted it out of Scott's reach. This goal came after the half an hour's play, and it naturally had the effect of renewed life into the game. Everton at once made advances towards Hardy, but Dunlop checked, and Carlin racing down shot just outside. Returning to the attack the Anfielders gave the home defence a lot of trouble, and Parkinson work tireless shot strongly. The ball rebounding of Scott, but before it could be cleared Hewitt nipped in and scored a second goal for Liverpool. The ground at this period was envopled in mist and the light was anything but good. Still the game was continued at a fast and exciting pace, and towards the interval the home team made desperate efforts to pull up the leeway. In that, however, they were unsuccessful while Liverpool, on the other hand nearly added a third through the instrumentality of Goddard. Half-time Everton nil, Liverpool 2. On crossing over the contest was renewed with instrumented ardour, and both sides attacked strongly in turn. Raisebeck once tried a long pt shot, which sent over the bar, and at the other end Young nipping cleverly between the backs had a shot sent wide. A magnificent centre by Goddard caused Scott to fist out and immediately followed the Irish international was absolutely bombarded by the Liverpool forwards. Two corners were forced in succession and relief only came with Dunlop, with a hugh punt, put the ball outside. Subsequently Everton asserted themselves, and first Taylor and then Young put in hot shots but both were cleared. On another occasion West and Young had an interesting passage at arms, in which the Evertonian rather more than held his own and he was prevented from scoring thanks to the converging tactics of Dunlop. The concluding stages of the game were fought out in darkness and it was extremely difficult to follow the play. Final Everton nil, Liverpool 2.

THE LIVERPOOL CUP
Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury - Tuesday 01 May 1906
THE ANFIELDERS BEAT EVERTON
The football season came to a close yesterday and the “swan song” so far as the game is concerned locally took place last evening at Goodison Park, when Everton and Liverpool met on to fight for the Liverpool Cup. In spite of wet and stormy weather a crowd of fully 18,000 spectators assembled to witness the grand finale of the great winter pastime. The Lord Mayor was present  and at the close of the game, a game which terminated in a handsome win for Liverpool-the Chief Magistrate presented the Cup to Raisbeck and handed over to the players medals commemorative of the occasion. The Lords Mayor paid a war, tribute to the skill of the players, and his observations were loudly cheered by a great gathering of sport-loving spectators. The game was contested by the following teams.-
Everton: - Scott goal, W.Balmer, and Crelly, backs, Chadwick, Taylor (Captain), and Abbott half-backs, Donnachie, Bolton, Young, Settle and Butler, forwards.
Liverpool: - Hardy, goal, West, and Dunlop, backs, Parry, Raisbeck (Captain), and Bradley. Half-backs, Goddard, Parkinson, Hewitt, Gorman, and Carlin, forwards. Referee John Lewis
Raisbeck won the toss, and Everton started against the wind. They at once ran down, and Bolton put in a hot shot which caused Hardy to handle. Good half-back play put the Anfielders in possession, and it was more by good luck than good management that Balmer cleared his lines. The Everton forwards showed some magnificent footwork, and a movement in which the whole five were concerned terminated in Donnachie shooting wide. For some time the home side monopolised the attack, but the siege was raised when Chadwick fro long range, put the leather outside. Liverpool took up the attack, and the Evertonians were forced back upon their defences. Carlin put in a grand centre, and Goddard at the second attempt, tested Scott with a very warm handful. The Irishman threw clear, but the Liverpool forwards returned again, and a corner was forced off Balmer, but it was eventually cleared. End-to-end play followed without either side gaining any material advantage. The game, indeed, was rather an exhibition of high-class football than a keen struggle, and though on one occasion Raisbeck was desperately serious in trying to score with a low raking shot, the ball was intercepted by Crelley. At this particular period the visitors were decidedly having the best of the argument, and shots from Gorman and Parkinson both gave Scott an anxious moment. For quite a long time after this the Evertonians were kept strictly on the defensive, but the shooting of the Reds was woefully lacking in accuracy. At length Everton got down on the left, but Butler shot yards wide of the mark, and a few seconds later Bolton allowed West to dispossess him just as he was about to shoot. The Everton forwards were now making their presence felt, and Settle had a clear goal in front of him when he shot feebly outside. Following up this Liverpool exercised pressure, and the three inside forwards all but in shots at close range, only to have them charged down. A spasmodic breakaway on the part of Young came to nothing, and it was not long before the visitors were again pressing. This time there movements were crowned with success, for, the leather being taken along the left wing, the ball was centred well and Gorman, after Hewitt had just missed the pass, dashed up and netted it out of Scott’s reach. This goal came after half-an-hour’s play and it naturally had the effect of infusing renewed life into the game. Everton at once made advances towards Hardy, but Dunlop checked, and Carlin racing down shot just outside. Returning to the attack the Anfielders gave the home defence a lot of trouble, and Parkinson work through shot strongly. The ball rebounded off Scott, but before it could be cleared Hewitt nipped in and scored a second goal for Liverpool. The ground at this period was enveloped in mist and the light was anything his good. Still the game was continued at a fast and exciting pace, and towards the interval the home team made desperate efforts to pull up the leeway. In this, however, they were unsuccessful; while Liverpool, on the other hand, nearly added a third through the instrumentality of Goddard.
Half-time; Liverpool 2 goals, Everton nil.
On crossing over the contest was renewed with undiminished ardour, and both sides attacked strongly in turn. Raisbeck once tried a long pot shot, which went over the bar, and at the other end Young, nipped cleverly between the backs had a goal at his mercy when he shot outside. A magnificent centre by Goddard caused Scott to fist out sharply, and following immediately upon this the Irish international was absolutely bombarded by the Liverpool forwards. Two corners were forced in succession, and relief only came when Dunlop, with a huge punt, put the ball outside. Subsequently Everton asserted themselves, and first Taylor then Young put in hot shots, but both were cleared. On another occasion West and Young had an interesting passage at arms, in which the Evertonian rather more then held his own, and he was prevented from scoring, thanks to the covering tactics of Dunlop. The concluding stages of the game were fought out in semi-darkness, and it was extremely difficult at times to follow the trend of the play. The general amenities were not improved through personal feeling creeping in, and fouls were more frequent at the close. In the last few minutes there were strenuous struggles on both sides, but without result. Final; Liverpool 2 goals, Everton nil.

STEVENSON FOR EVERTON
Accrington Observer and Times - Tuesday 01 May 1906
RIGHY AND DEMPSEY DECLINE TO SIGN
Yesterday an Everton representative was in Accrington consulting with Stanley officials anent the transfer to the Everton club of Stevenson, Rigby and Dempsey. After considerable discussion the Everton official returned with the signature and transfer of Stevenson, Stanley of course, receiving a consideration for permitting the players to be approached before the first of May. Dempsey and Rigby refused to sign for Everton and also for Stanley.

ACCRINGTON PLAYER FOR EVERTON
Northern Daily Telegraph - Tuesday 01 May 1906
A representative of the Everton F.C was in Accrington yesterday consulting with the Accrington Stanley F.C, officials on the transfer of Stevenson, Rigby, and Dempsey to the Everton Club. Stevenson was signed and transferred to Everton, and a consideration was paid to the Stanley Club for permitting the player to be approached. Rigby and Dempsey declined to sigh either for Everton or for Accrington Stanley.

SIMPSON
Daily Record - Tuesday 01 May 1906
Everton are anxious to make a deal with Falkirk for the transfer of Simpson, but the club have resolved not to part with him.

 

SCRAPS ABOUT SPORT
Liverpool Evening Express - Tuesday 01 May 1906
Although the weather was not of the brightest last evening, about 14,000 spectators watched the final match of the season between the Cup holders and the League champions. There is no doubt had the weather been finer a larger crowd would have witnessed the game, but as it was those who turned out in the wet were rewarded with an exciting game. The trophy competed for on this occasion was the Liverpool Senior Cup, and as the League champions gained an easy victory the Reds have added one more prise to their collection. Thus the Liverpool Club have finished their most successful season by winning three valuable trophies.
I was a very good exhibition of football, but it must be admitted that the cupholders were entirely out of it in comparison with Raisbeck and his men. Their forward play was very clever, and only for Scott the score against the Blues must have been much larger. Parkinson played a grand game, and it must be extremely gratifying to the directors and the supporters of the club that this popular player has worked himself into his most dashing form. We expect great things from Parkinson next season.
The Liverpool half-backs were too clever altogether for the Everton forwards, whilst the backs kicked splendidly, West especially playing a fine clean, defensive game. Young was by far the best man of the Everton forwards, and his tussles wit Raisbeck were always interesting, and, indeed, had the centre been better supported Liverpool would not have won so easily. Young broke through several times on his own, but was of course unable to cope with perhaps two backs and Raisbeck. The Everton centre undoubtedly a great player, Balmer and Scott defended well. At the finish of the game the Lord Mayor presented the cup, a very handsome work of art, to the winning team, Raisbeck, the captain, receiving the trophy. The Lord Mayor congratulated Liverpool on the additional honour they had gained.
Quite a crowd of people awaited the victorious team at Anfield, and congratulations were showered on the players and directors. At the Sandown Hotel, the headquarters of the club, Mr. Berry, the chairman of the Liverpool directors, filled the cup with champagne. All the players, including the First and Second teams, were present. Besides Mr. Berry, the board was represented by Mr. J. McKenna (vice chairman), J. Fare, J. Asbury, W.R. Williams, A. Worgan, A.T. Parr, J. Ramsey, and William C. Briggs. “Success to the Club” was cordially drunk, and the healths of the chairman and vice-chairman honoured. Reference was made to the ground extension now in progress, and in this connection the architect, Mr. Leech, was duly recognised.

CUPHOLDERS FIND THEIR LOCAL RIVALS VERY HOT
Liverpool Echo - Tuesday 01 May 1906
Bee
After having a glorious day of sunshine and a round or two of “gowf” on the excellent Hoylake links, I enjoyed a sharp walk on the prom, and wondered at Nature’s hedgehogs-small tree bristles of the kind I have never before seen; but I wondered more than over at Nature on returning to Liverpool, for there was darkness all round, and the water cart had not bee necessary. ‘Twas a change of elements for no small a radius. The weather was not bad enough to prevent a splendid attendances at Goodison, where the question to be decided  was whether the Liverpool Football Club’s sideboard would shelter three cups or Everton’s little trophy would be provided with a companion. It was a most attractive problem, and had snow popped down heavily the partisan would have been drawn to Goodison. Changes were necessary in the teams. On Saturday Sharp showed a desire to go out into the long field and save boundaries-those present will recollect how he fielded a ball most accurately which was intended for the possession of the half-back who was waiting to throw-in. Donnachie took his place in the Liverpool Senior Cup final-a final which consists of one round only! Butler made a poor substitute for Harold Hardman, and at half-back Chadwick filled Makepeace’s shoes. Carlin for Cox and Gorman for Raybould were the dual changes necessary for the Reds, and as a summarising note it may at once be stated that the game was one full of life and excitement, and as a final act in the long drawn-out football scene of 1905-6 it was a praiseworthy exhibition. The turf being moistened was in admirable order, and the minds of the playing members being not level, the nerve was naturally upset on such an occasion. As at the Palace the Blues made the early pressure. They did not carry their vigour quite far enough and there was the natural consequences. Liverpool got “their eye in,” whatever the expression stands for, and kept it there. It was a prolonged raid on Scott, and his worthy backs and after Bolton and Young had missed gifts of goals, had the mortification of seeing Hewitt act just as wantonly with a cross from Goddard. Gorman was well up, fortunately, and, taking the ball on the run, he let fly at close range and scored in the like of an old head at the game. Hewitt is a retriever; he made up for his previous failure by tasking a chance. This is the forward’s object in life. It was Parkinson’s goal. He refused to let Abbott clear unattended, and the leather once in his possession was never given up, even though he was tripped in his march and had a great sprint to reach the ball before Scott could get hold. He propelled the ball at the psychological moment, and it caught Scott and bounded to Hewitt, who, having learnt the lesson of gaining goals in a remarkable manner, did not let a second open goal pass unheeded. I like to see a captain rearrange his members if there is one among them who is useless. It is no discredit to Butler to say that he was useless on the left; it was asking a big thing of him to put him in a fray of last night’s character. Taylor wisely put him on the right when operations were resumed, and Donnachie on the left. The tide is apparently turning, and some day in the next twelve months we may see the Red overpowering the Blue in League warfare. On last night’s form it is patent that they can win where they so seldom do, and they merited their margin. Their forwards were in deed, a lively quintet, with youth and earnestness most noticeable. They all were incisive, and, if anything, Parkinson was the shinning star. All the halves were in trim, and the hind quarters of the inners ware stout and reliable. Sandy Young did not score a goal on this noteworthy occasion, but only one miss blurred his performance; otherwise he opened out the issues with deft touches. The other four were inept and hesitancy itself. Bolton tantalised, and Butler was paralysed, while Donnachie needs must realise that he should work out his own openings if necessary. The remaining portion of the whole fell below their known form- not all their own failing, because, truth to tell, they found the Reds’ forwards veritable Tartars. The one man to whom Everton owed especial thanks was Scott. Scott was great!
The curtain was drawn over the proceedings in an appropriate manner-a dark mist clouding the air. We have had enough of football, and now, having pulled out our summer implements, let us wipe off the oil from our bats and go forth to score centuries, without semblances of flukes and if we by bowlers make the ball spin and wickets. You wish you could? Same here!
Recognising the need fort new juniors, the Everton F.C have signed on another smart player in Stevenson, of Accrington Stanley, the champions of the Lancashire Combination. Stevenson is a right full back, and figured in that position with Accrington.

BIRNIE
Liverpool Daily Post - Wednesday 02 May 1906
Norwich have retained all their last season’s players, also obtained the signature of Birnie outside right, of Everton.

FOOTBALL FEATURES
Liverpool Echo - Wednesday 02 May 1906
Bee
“Evertonian-Liverpolitan” says;-
Our good old town has long been famous amongst the cities as second to no other centre in point of football worth and importance; but just now the second city of the Empire has achieved the height of civic ambition by becoming the first city of the Empire in the football sense. I venture to submit, however, that the moment of our triumph is just the psychological moment when a serious attempt should be made to put football in our district on a sound basis by a concerted effort, especially seeing that the Liverpool F.C. has now become rivalry cannot but have a beneficent influence; but I fear that generous, kindly rivalry is sadly lacking in the ranks of our local clubs. The partisanship is bigoted; too many of each club’s supporters are utterly intolerant of the other club’s merits; each set of followers are carping critics of the other side. In short, to cull from the classic, we are a house divided against itself. The case therefore claims your wise influence in producing a proper state of concord in the hitherto opposing camps. Let us all realise how favoured we are in having First League football very week. Above all, let us show our appreciation practically by burying the hatchet for ever, and becoming ardent supporters of both teams; loyally impartial in our local patriotism; proud of our local prestige by whichever club obtained. Thus may we hope for the football millennium when every football enthusiast will be in deed and in truth an Evertonian-Liverpolitan.

THE LARGEST WAREHOUSE IN THE WORLD
Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury - Friday 04 May 1906
LARGEST GRANARY IN THE WORLD
COLOSSAL LIVERPOOL WAREHOUSE
INTERESTING FUNCTIONS
The Liverpool grain Storage and Transit Company Limited, have just erected another monument to their enterprise in the form of a granary which, in point of storage capacity holds the record in this country. The new granary which is built on a site on the east side of the Coburg Dock, leased from the Mersey Docks and Harbour Board, will store about 56,000 tons of grain. The company have two other warehouses and stores at the North end of the city, which held 85,000 tons so that with the new granary they have now accommodation for no less than 141,000 tons of grain. A very interesting ceremony took place yesterday at the new granary namely, the laying of the corner-stone by Mr. John Blyth, the chairman of the board of directors of the company. The corner stone laying practically marks the completion of the structure so far as the building itself is concerned, although two or three months must elapse before the machinery is introduced and working. The ceremony was attended by the directors of the company and a number of gentlemen interested as shippers or shipowners, in the corn trade of the port. Amongst others present besides Mr. Blyth were Messrs. William Bingham, William Blain, John W. Hughes, T. Martin-Bingham, C.J. Procter, S. Sanday, Alexander Blyth, Oswald Dobell, Edward Paul, and H. A. Sanderson, directors of the company; R. Corelus, J. Shepherd, H.W. Patrick, (vice chairman of the Liverpool Corn Trade Association), J. McQuirk secretary of the Corn Trade Association, G.J.S. Broomhall, George Blyth, J. Parry Jones, and J. Christie manager. Mr. H. Wilding, another direction of the company was unable to be present owing to an engagement in London.

WOODWARD AND EVERTON
Birmingham Mail - Friday 04 May 1906
It is persistently rumoured in Liverpool (says the Morning Leader ”) that Vivian Woodward, the Tottenham Hotspur centre-forward, well next season play for Everton. The story has gone the rounds for some time that well-known amateur centre-forward from the South would join the Cup-holders next season, and it now said that Woodward is about remove to Liverpool for business reasons, and has promised play for the Everton club. Enquiry at headquarters has faded elicit any information the subject.

TOM DILLY
Daily Record - Friday 04 May 1906
Tom Dilly, who was recently transferred from Everton to West Bromwich Albion, and Neave, of Woolwich Arsenal, who ‘ere both re-engaged for next season-rumours to the contrary notwithstanding-have returned to their native town of Arbroath for the close season.

A FOOTBALL RUMOR.
Morning Leader - Friday 04 May 1906
WOODWARD SAID TO BE LEAVING  THE SPURS FOR EVERTON.
It is persistentlyrumoured in Liverpool‘ that Vivian Woodward, the Tottenham Hotspur centre-forward, will next season play for the Everton Football Club. The story has gone the rounds for some time that a well-known amateur centre-forward from the South would join the Cup-holders next season, and now it is said that Woodward is about to remove to Liverpool for business reasons, and has promised to play for the Everton Club. Inquiry at headquarters has failed to elicit any information on the subject. Despite the statement that all the members of the Liverpool League club have signed on again for next season, our correspondent learns that at least one of the men is anxiousto journey South next season. The club which he is said to be desirous of joining is believed to be Fulham, who could do with a forward of the ability of the player indicated. The Liverpool club will doubtless have something to say in the matterbefore the player is allowed to take his departure. By the way, several of the Everton reserve men are said to be going South next season, and it would appear, judging by the number of Southern agents in Liverpool just now, that there is more than the usual demand for Southern players.

REPORT THAT HARDMAN WILL JOIN BLACKPOOL UNTRUE
Liverpool Echo - Friday 04 May 1906
Of late, and especially so in Blackpool, there have been reports circulated to the effect that the brilliant young amateur, Harold P. Hardman pf the Everton F.C was about to sever his connection with the Goodison Park club. On Page five will be found a report from our Blackpool correspondent to the effect that on account of the amateur having to devote more time to study for the law, he would in that ease assist Blackpool occasionally. We have however, received a flat contradiction to this report, Hardman having telegraphed in the following strain;- “Report that I play for Blackpool absolutely unfounded.” This massage will doubtless, do away with any doubts that have been entertained as to Hardman donning the blue jersey next season.

SCRAPS ABOUT SPORT
Liverpool Evening Express - Saturday 05 May 1906
With reference to the rumour concerning V. Woodward and the Everton club, Mr. J. Cameron, of the Tottenham Hotspurs club, wires as follows;-
“Absolutely no truth in the rumour that Mr. Woodward is going to Liverpool, I have his permission to refute the same.”
A report has been circulated to the effect that Harold Hardman the amateur international outside left of Everton could not assist the Cup holders next season, owing to having to sturdy for the law, but that he would play instead for Blackpool, of which club he was a member before joining Everton, in reply to a query, however, Hardman says the report that he will play for Blackpool is absolutely unfounded.

EVERTON (31)
Athletic News - Monday 07 May 1906
League appearances
Abbott 27; W. Balmer, 18; R.Balmer 20; Birnie, 3; W. Black, 13; Hugh Bolton 13; Tom Booth 17; Thomas Chadwick, 4; Harry E. Cook 7; H. Collins, 3; Crelley, 23; T. Dilly 2; Donaldson, 2; Joseph Donnachie 8; H. Grundy 2, Hannan 1; H.P. Hardman, 31; Percy Hill 13; Thomas Jones, 2; McDermott, 6; McLoughlin 8; Makepeace, 27; Oliver 4; Bruce Rankin 4; William Scott 35; Settle, 28; John Sharp 29; John D. Taylor, 36; Wildman, 1; Wright, 1; Alex Young 30.
League Goals;
Young 13, Settle 12, Sharp 8, Hardman 6, Taylor and Abbott 6 each, Oliver and Bolton, each 4, Makepeace 3, Rankin, McLoughlin, Dilly, and Cook 2 each; McDermott, and Jones each 1.  Total 70.

LIVERPOOL PERMANENT TRIBUTE
Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury - Monday 07 May 1906
HISTORY AND DECRIBITION
The Queen Victoria Memorial in Derby-square, Liverpool, which after much delay is now approaching completion, and which will shortly be unveiled by Princess Louise is the outcome of a public meeting held in the Town Hall in March, 1901, during the Lord Mayoralty of Mr. Arthur Crosthwaite. At that gathering of influential citizens a resolution was passed declaring that an opportunity should be given to the people of Liverpool to commemorate the reign of the Queen’s “whose wise and beneficent rule and world-wide sympathy earned for her the affection and gratitude of her people throughout the Empire.” A subscription list was forthwith opened, and in the course of a few months the fund reached the handsome sum of £10,000, which included £1,000 from L.S. Cohen £250 from Lord Derby, the Lord-Lieutenant, and 100 guineas from the then Lord Major. The executive committee offered three premiums of £100, £70, and £50 for designs and models of the proposed memorial, for which the Corporation allocated the site of the old St. George’s Church in Derby-square. Ultimately the committee accepted a design by Mr. C.J. Allen, sculptor, and Messrs W.E. Willink and P.C. Thickness architects – a design which has met with universal approbation, but which unfortunately entailed a cost of £16,000 to carry out in its entirely. While the committee were contemplating certain architectural modifications with the view of reducing the expense, the City Council came to the rescue with a vote of £6,000, which enabled the original scheme to be proceeded with, much to the gain and credit of the city. The foundation-stone of the memorial was laid by Lord Roberts as long ago as October 1902. The delay in the completion of the memorial, at which no little impatience has been expressed, has been caused by the pressure of work on the sculptor and founders consequent on the numerous commissions received since the Queen’s death. The monument, which is built of Portland stone, that most durable of building material, of which St. Paul’s Cathedral and most of the great public buildings in London are constructed, consists of a dome supported on sixteen Ionic columns in four groups surrounded by wing walls and balustrades enclosing four wide flights of steps, round the whole of which is a short flight of steps varying in number with the varying levels, raising the whole monument above the pavement. The statue of her late Majesty stands underneath the dome, which is beautifully ceiled with gold glass mosaic. It is of bronze, 14 feet 6 inches in height, standing on a pedestal 7 feet high, and is, we believe, the largest of all the statues of the Queen which have been raised for memorial purposes since her decease. The statue alone contains five tons of breeze. Her Majesty is shown standing with her face to Lord-street, attired in her robes of state, with crown, sceptre, and Orb. On the summit of the dome stands a winged figure of Victory and round the base of the dome stand figures emblematic of virtues by which her fate Majesty was distinguished-Peace, Justice, Wisdom, and Charity. In the centre of each of the arc-shaped wing walls stands a large group intended to portrays various important branches of work engaged in by her Majesty’s subjects- Viz., Commerce, Industry, Education, and Agriculture. These, like all the rest of the statues, are of bronze and underneath each group will be fixed bronze panels recording particulars of the laying of the foundation-stone, of the unveiling ceremony, and of the interesting history of the site, which was first utilised by King John in the thirteenth century for his new castle.

IMPORTANT CAPTURESD BY EVERTON
Liverpool Evening Express - Monday 07 May 1906
The Everton directors have made two most important captures for next season. The Heart of Midlothian club have had a pair of brothers forming their left wing during the past season who have made a big name for themselves, and these players did much towards their club's success in winning the Scottish Cup. The twain are George and David Wilson, the former being 22 years of age, weighing 12 stone, and standing 5ft. 8in., whilst David is 24 years of age, 5ft. 9in. in height, and weighs 12st. George is an international outside left, and is reputed to be one of the finest players in the kingdom. whilst his brother, the inside man, is but little inferior, whilst he is also recognised as a general utility player. The men form a splendid wing, and the Everton directors are to be congratulated on securing two such fine exponents of the dribbling code. It will be remembered that George Wilson played a magnificent game against England at the Crystal Palace last year, and was much sought after by many of the leading English League clubs including Everton.
NATIONAL SCHOOLS' SHIELD.
The final tie in this competition was played at Goodison-park on Saturday, the competing teams being Manchester and Sheffield. Unfortunately the weather was wretched, heavy rain falling all the time play was in progress. With the ground in a very heavy state and an awkward wind prevailing the youngsters were considerably handicapped. Nevertheless they gave a very good account of themselves, and considering the conditions they showed at times very clever football indeed. Sheffield had an advantage both as regards height and weight, but the Manchester lads were both clever and plucky, and they never gave up. Sheffield won by four goals to two, and they just about deserved their victory. There was, however, an element of luck about their two first goals. The first point was scored by the Sheffield centre after one of the backs had miskicked; the second was due to the custodian fumbling a low shot. Jones scored for Manchester, who played up well on changing ends, and once Townley looked like equalising when he was fouled. The free kick almost led to a goal, but then Haycock, the Sheffield centre, made a good run, and Fox gave his side a third goal with a fine shot; while the same player directly afterwards put on another point. This settled the issue, but from a penalty kick Jones scored another for Manchester and the game ended as stated. Had the weather been favourable the match would have been a fine one, for the youngsters showed themselves capable players. They deserve credit for the manner in which they stuck to their guns under such trying conditions. The shield and gold medals having been presented, the members of the English Schools’ Association, the officials players, and parents dined together at the Star and Garter Hotel, St. Jone’s-lane, in the evening.
Accrington Stanley winning the championship of the Lancashire Combination is not without is disadvantages as the Accrington Stanley football Club have discovered, for it is to the leading clubs in the Combination that League clubs are looking for recruits. Of their championship team they have lost Stevenson who has signed for Everton; Accrington have signed Sheridan centre of Colne, formerly of Everton.

IMPORTANT CAPTURE BY EVERTON
Grimsby Daily Telegraph - Monday 07 May 1906
George and David Wilson, of the Hearts of Midlothian Club, have been secured by Everton. The former is an International outside left of great ability, and has been much sought after by other prominent clubs. David, though not so clever as his brother, is a good player, and can take several positions. Everton have also secured Stevenson, a full back from Accrington Stanley.

HARRY MAKEPEACE
Dundee Courier - Monday 07 May 1906
H. Makepeace, who helped Everton F.C to win the English Cup, is not only an international footballer, but he is a first-class cricketer. He is good with both bat and ball, and when he was injured at Glasgow his chance of being kept out of the cricket field was one of the uppermost thoughts in the minds of Everton. He is expected to get two or three matches with Lancashire this season, and it is hoped that, like Sharp, he will become a regular of the eleven.

OLIVER
Daily Mirror - Monday 07 May 1906
Clapton Orient Club have signed on the following player Oliver (late of Everton).

EVERTON AND THE WILSONS
Dundee Evening Telegraph - Monday 07 May 1906
Everton is understood to be anxious to acquire the Wilsons, and are prepared to offer handsome terms, but it is hardly expected that Walker, who has a business to attend to, will leave. Clapton Orient announced Oliver (late of Everton and Brentford) has signed.

CAPTURES BY EVERTON
Lancashire Evening Post - Monday 07 May 1906
George and David Wilson, Heart of Midlothian, have been secured by Everton. The former is an international outside left of great ability, and has been much sought after by prominent clubs. David, though not so clever as his brother, is a good player, and can take several positions. Everton have secured Stevenson, the full back of Accrington Stanley.
FINAL RECEIPTS
The receipts from the final tie at the Crystal Palace between Everton and Newcastle, on April 21st, amounted to £6,625 17s 6d.

EDINBURGH PLAYERS TRANSFERRED TO EVERTON
The Scotsman - Tuesday 08 May 1906
The Heart of Mid-Lothian Club are to lose the services of George and David Wilson, their left wing forwards. They have been transferred to Everton, and it is understood that the Hearts have got a good sum for the transfer.

ALBERT MONK
Athletic News - Monday 07 May 1906
Albert Monk (Forward), late Everton and Blackburn Rovers, open for Engagement.- 5, Compton-street, Stalybridge.

EVERTON SIGN TWO SCOTTISH BROTHERS AS FORWARDS
Liverpool Echo - Monday 07 May 1906
We learn that Everton have completed arrangements with the brothers Wilson of Heart of Midlothian Football Club. The cup holders have not signed many new members this season, and, apparently, from this one may draw the inference that they are about to strengthened their ranks solely by adding men of repute to their retained list. The Wilsons are men of repute, and there is no doubt of their ability. George Wilson is an outside left, and is the junior of the pair, being twenty-two years of age, as compared with his brother David, who is twenty-four. David has been his brother’s partner, and together they helped to win the Scottish Cup’ and George Wilson is an international, and stands 5ft 8in., and weighs 11st 10lb, David sends the scale down to 12st., and touches the beam at 5ft 9in. seven first-class clubs; “wanted” the brothers Wilson, and Everton must be congratulated upon their excellent stroke of business. Wildman, of the reserves has gone to West Ham, where Kitchen is, Hannan another of the reserve backs, has gone to Fulham, and Birnie to Norwich City, while Oliver has gone to Clapton Orient.

IMPORTANT CAPTURES BY EVERTON.
May 8, 1906. The Liverpool Courier.
The Everton directors have made two most important captures for next season. The Hearts of Midlothan Club have had a pair of brothers forming their left wing during the past season, who have made a bug name for themselves, and these players did much towards their club's success in winning the Scottish Cup. These twain are George and David Wilson, the former being 27 years of age weights 12 stone and standing 5ft 8in, while David is 24 years of age, 5ft 9in in height, and weights 12st. George is an international outside left and is reputed to be one of the finest players in the kingdom, while his brother, the inside man is but little inferior whilst he is also recognised as a general utility player. The men form a splendid wing, and the Everton directors are to be congratulated on securing two such fine exponents of the dribbling code. It will be remembered that George who played a magnificent game against England at Crystal Palace last year, and was much sought after by many of the leading English clubs, including Everton.

FOOTBALL JOTTINGS.
Daily Mirror - Tuesday 08 May 1906
George and David Wilson, of the Heart of Midlothian Club, have been secured by Everton, The former is an international outside left of great ability. David, though not so clever as his brother is a good player, and can take several positions. Everton have also secured Stevenson, a full-back from Accrington Stanley.

LOCAL TRANSFERS
Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury - Tuesday 08 May 1906
A BORDER RAID
We learn that Everton have completed arrangements with the brothers Wilson, of Heart of Midlothian Football Club. The Wilsons are men of repute, and there is no doubt of their ability, George Wilson is an outside left, and is the junior of the pair, being twenty-two years of age, as compared with his brother David, who is twenty-four. David has been his brother’s partner and together they helped to win the Scottish Cup; and George Wilson is an international, and stands 5ft 8in, and weighs 11st 10lb. David sends the scale down to 12st., and touches the beam at 5ft 9in. seven first-class club “wanted” the brothers Wilson, and Everton must be congratulated upon their excellent stoke of business, Wildman, of the reserves, has gone to West Ham, where Kitchen is. Hannan another of the reserve backs, has gone to Fulham, and Birnie to Norwich City, while Oliver has gone to Clapton Orient.

IMPORTANT CAPTURE BY EVERTON
May 9, 1906. The Liverpool Courier
The Everton Club have obtained the signature of Graham, inside right right of third Lanark. He is considered to be one of the finest inside right in Scotland, and ranks second only to Walker of the Hearts of Midlothian. Graham is 24 years of age, Stands 5ft 8in, and weights 11 st 6lb.

SCRAPS ABOUT SPORT
Liverpool Evening Express - Wednesday 09 May 1906
The Everton Club have obtained the signature of Graham, inside right of 3rd Lanark. He is considered to be one of the finest inside rights in Scotland, and ranks second only to Walker, of the Hearts of Midlothian. Graham is 24 years of age, stands 5ft 8in., and weighs 11st 6lb.

BOBBY GRAHAM
May 10, 1906. The Dundee Courier
Bobby Graham, Third Lanark's popular forward, has signed for Everton, this being the third Scotsman the English Cup holders have secured this week. He went to the Volunteers from Queen's Park.

SEND OFF TO AN EVERTON PLAYER.
May 10 1906. The Liverpool Echo
Willie McLoughlin and his lady had a very enthusiastic sent off from a host of friends on his departure to his home in Scotland, from Tithebarn street station at 12-50. To-day. Great regret was expressed that McLoughlin had not been re-signed by the Everton directors, and thanks were most heartily tendered to him, for the way he had served the local football. Enthusiastic in reply, he wished Everton and Liverpool every success, and dear friends he had made in Liverpool. As the train left the station a crowd of Everton supporters heard cheers.

ROBERT GRAHAM
Nottingham Evening Post - Thursday 10 May 1906
The announcement was made yesterday that Everton have secured the signature of R. Graham, Third Lanark’s inside right. He is an old Fulham man.

EVERTON’S LATEST SCOTTISH CAPTURE
Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury - Thursday 10 May 1906
Last evening the Everton Club representatives now in Scotland were successful in negotiating the transfer of Robert Graham, Third Lanark. Graham as a senior originally joined the Third Lanark from Queen’s Park, and after several seasons went to Fulham, but returned again to the Glasgow club after two years in the South, and figured last season in his old position, outside right. He possesses rare qualities as a footballer.
The transfer of the brothers Wilson from Heart of Midlothian to Everton cost the Cup winners nearly £1,000.

SEND-OFF TO AN EVERTON PLAYER
Liverpool Echo - Thursday 10 May 1906
Willie McLoughlin and his bulldog Ned had a very enthusiastic send-off from a host of friends on his departure to his home in Scotland, from Tithebarn-street Station at 12.50 to-day. Great regret was expressed that McLoughlin had not been re-signed by the Everton directors and thanks were most heartily tendered to him for the way he had served the local football enthusiasts. In reply, he wished Everton and Liverpool every success, and said he would never forget the kind and dear friends he had made in Liverpool. As the train left the station cheers were heartily given. The bulldog answered the cheering by barking furiously at the crowd of Everton supporters.

EVERTON SUGGESTION
Liverpool Echo - Friday 11 May 1906
Liverpool Daily Post - Saturday 12 May 1906 (also)
At the annual meeting of the F.A to be held at the Holborn Restaurant, on May 31, an important proposal with regard to the rules regulating payments to professional players will be brought forward by the Aston Villa and Everton Clubs. The proposal is to the effect that the maximum wage rule (£4 per week, or £208 per annum) should be retained, but that all other restrictions on payments to players, including the bonus for signing on or re-signing for a club, bonuses dependent on the result of a match, and benefit matches, should be delated from the rules. The effect would be to allow clubs to pay unlimited sums in the shape of bonuses, and to give benefit matches whenever they thought fit. The proposal is likely to meet with a lot of opposition.

THE REMOVAL REASON
Athletic News - Monday 14 May 1906
The air is quivering with rumour, and what is more, sensation follows sensation. The week opened with the announcement that the brothers Wilson, of Hearts, had gone to Everton. The English club only wanted George Wilson, who is the better player of the two, but he would not go without his brother this brotherly love, however, touching, has given the Hearts a considerable amount of worry, and possibly Everton will find themselves in similar box ere long, the transfer fee was £900. By the way. Graham, 3rd L.R.V., will also make Everton his home next season. He is a bird of passage, and may not remain any longer in Liverpool than has done in Glasgow.

SPRING EMIGRATION RETURNS
Athletic News - Monday 14 May 1906
To Clapton Orient -Oliver from -Everton
G and D Wilson to Everton from Hearts of Midlothian
To Everton R. Graham, from Third Lanark
Hannah, Everton to Fulham
To Norwich City Birnie from Everton
West ham United Wildman from Everton

RICHMOND FAIR
Liverpool Daily Post and Mercury- Monday 14 May 1906
Richmond Fair, the subject of Mr. Weirter’s  drawing which we publish to-day is described as follows in the second volume of Picton’s Memorials of  Liverpool.” It would be unpardonable to omit some notice of a queer old relic which once enjoyed a reputation of its own, but has long passed into oblivion from the outer world. Leaving St. Joseph’s Church, and ascending Rose place, we turn along Fox-street to the left side, about midway between Rose place and Richmond row, opposite the end of Great Richmond street, we turn under a low browed arch, along a short passage, and find ourselves in an irregular open area of about 1,200 square yards, surrounded by covered galleries open to the area in two storeys. The aspect is somewhat like that of a dilapidated Eastern caravanserai, or one of the Russian bazaars. Figures in caftans and heavy boots,  smoking and drinking vodka; or the impassible Eastern with coloured turban and yellow slippers, sitting cross-legged and indulging in the mild chibouk, would seem more suitable occupants than the groups of squalid children amusing themselves on the muddy earthen flour of the area, or roaming about the wooden galleries. This is Richmond Woollen Hall, or, in more popular phrase, Richmond Fair. The buildings were erected in 1787 by Messrs Thomas and William Dobb as a mart for the sale of Yorkshire woollen goods; and the rooms opening upon the galleries were let out to dealers, both permanently and on the occasion of fairs, which were held quarterly. The situation, so far away from the centre of business, would seem to modern eyes very unsuitable for an undertaking of this kind; yet for a considerable number of years it enjoyed a very fair share of prosperity. The Corporation of that day looked upon it with very jealous eyes. At a Common Council, held April 2, 1788, it was resolved “that the records be searched, and a case be stated for the opinion of counsel, respecting the proper mode to be pursued in order to suppress the attempt now making to held a market or fair for the purpose of vending different manufactures, at a place erected by Messrs, Dobb and others, near St. Anne’s Church, called the Woolen Hall.” Nothing ever came of this motion, and the “Fair” was allowed to pursue its humble course of industry. For many years a number of thriving shops in the cloth and carpet trade were located there, but the tendency towards concentration proved too strong. As population increased in the district, the trade fell off. One tradesman after another quitted, without finding successors, until the premises ultimately came to be occupied as cottages, principally tenanted by washerwomen.

ANFIELD ARRANGEMENTS
Liverpool Echo - Monday 14 May 1906
Bee
The destroying angel is briskly at work at Anfield, and the cracking noise he has made has rudely wakened the people in the district. When I went up to see the home of the League champions last week at first blush I imagined myself in a shipbuilding yard. All people that on Anfield earth do dwell are busily engaged and the rapidity with which the ground and stands have been rearranged is something wonderful. A week to the day on which operations commenced and the changes effected were of the sweeping order. All that remained of the old spot where Hewitt topped the scoring list were the chalked lines. The goal stumps had been uprooted, the iron enclosures for the uprights were being carted away, the small stand was not to be found, the large stand was simply a skeleton of its former self, and around the enclosure was erected a 14-ft high boarding, which of course, extends right on to the Orrell houses. The Oakfield-road side presented a strange sight. There was a queue of horses and waggons waiting folk gathered the odd sticks together, and coal merchants in the district will have a bad month as a consequence. One woman took a handcart to the ground, and when she had got a shipload ready for home she was stopped by an official, who didn’t object to a few odd clumps of wood being taken, but refused to allow the woman to set up in business as a timber merchant. Mr. J. Ramsey, the director courteously showed me the Dewar Sheild, a massive trophy of 5ft, in height and of beautiful handicraft. Then there was the Liverpool Senior Cup a choice piece of work, and near by the Second Division championship shield, which after viewing the charity shield, looked as a flea to an elephant-that is judging by the tramcar advertisements of the flea, for I have yet to see and feel a member of the species. Mr. Ramsey as everyone knows has been connected with the Everton and Liverpool clubs for over a score of years, and he said. “Ah the English Cup is the daddy of them all; is attracts as much again, small as it is, as the three we have won this season.” The Liverpool director has all along expressed the desire that the English Cup should be won by a Liverpool club, and, therefore, it was distinctly hard lines on him that the enormous crowd which gathered to welcome Everton home should have prevented him getting to the station. Mr. Ramsey can keep you interested for an afternoon, while the racket of the carpenter would upset your nerves on talks of Anfield of the old time. He remembers when the Everton Cricket Club first started and when the club played just a trifle north of the present football ground, which was then an agricultural plot. He vividly recollects too, the enthusiasm of the cricketers led them to put up a pavilion, a smart affair. This had to be pulled down within a year or so afterwards, and, like many another junior who has found it to his cost, it was unanimously agreed that “cricket is an expensive game.” On the green were Raisbeck, Bradley and others enjoying “ye ancients game of bowls.” The captain of the Reds is no mean artistic at this sport, and he will be seen assisting the Liverpool and District League for the Sandon against the champions Rainhill.

GRUNDY
Daily Mirror - Wednesday 16 May 1906
Reading have signed Grundy, an outside left, of Everton.

EZRA HOLMES
Hull Daily Mail - Friday 18 May 1906
Gainsborough Trinity FC
On Thursday Ezra Holmes of the Wombwell Club was signed. He was one of the forwards who figured in three local cup finals, and he has 19 goals to his credit. He is only 18 years of age, but is well built, tall, and scales over 11 stones. He was received offers from Everton but family reasons have compelled him to remain in the district.

EVERTON FOOTBALL CLUB
Liverpool Echo –Saturday 19 May 1906
ANNUAL REPORT
We publish below the financial statement of the Everton Football Club, Limited, for the past year. The Cup-holders, financially, are certainly in a strong position. Gate receipts home and away reach £15,476, and the total income is £16,126. On the expenses side, wages and transfer fees absorb £5,270, travelling expenses £1,187, benefit matches £801, while visitors’ divisions of gates took £1,844. After all payments there remains a balance to profit and loss account of £3,718.
The season was started with a balance in hand of £14,122 and, with this season’s surplus, a grand total of £17,841 is shown. The annual meeting will be held on Monday, the 28th inst., at 8 p.m., in the Exchange Station Hotel, Tithebarn-street, Liverpool, when shareholders will be asked to adopt the directors’ recommendation of a 5 per cent dividend on the paid-up capital. Messrs W.R. Clayton, D. Kirkwood, and Horace Wright are the retiring directors, and seek re-election.

THE BROTHERS WILSON FOR EVERTON
Athletic News - Monday 21 May 1906
Mr. W.C. Cuff, the secretary of Everton write us;- “I notice in the Athletic News’ a paragraph which dealing with the transfer of D. and G. Wilson to Everton, states that George would not sign for us unless we engaged his brother David.  Will you allow me to state that George Wilson made no stipulation whatever as to his brother coming to us, and, as a matter of fact, each one acted absolutely independently of the other?  Would you do George and David Wilson (not to mention my own club) bare justice by giving this contradiction similar publicity to that accorded the paragraph in question?”  We are perfectly willing to meet the wishes of the Everton club, and hope that other newspapers will please copy the disclaimer, although we fail to see that the rumour, which came from Edinburgh, is any reflection on either the Wilsons or Everton. 
Opulent Everton
At the annual meeting of the Everton club, to be held in Liverpool next Monday, the balance-sheet will disclose that there has been a profit on the last year’s working of no less a sum than £3,718 15s. 7d. Gate receipts and the proceeds of matches played away from Goodison Park amount to £15,476 Is. 10d., a really extraordinary amount, which, with £424 10s. 6d. from season-ticket holders and other items, brings the entire income up to £16,126 12s. 11d. On the expenditure side we notice that £5,270 3s. 6d. have been paid for players’ wages and transfer fees, £801 18s. 2d. for benefit matches, £1,844 18s. 2d. to visitors their share of the gate, £1,187 12s. Od. For travelling expenses, and £644 1s 8d. For training. After writing off depreciation the Everton club are worth over £20,000, and, of course, they are paying the usual dividend. Messrs. W. R. Clayton, D. Kirkwood, and Horace Wright are the retiring directors, but they offer themselves for re-election. We do not see how the club could be wealthier or happier, and cannot conceive that the shareholders will dream of any new men on the board.

PLYMOUTH ARGYLE FOOTBALL CLUB
Western Morning News - Tuesday 22 May 1906
McLOUGHLIN’S SIGNATURE SECURED
Our Association football reporter, writing last says; After a deal of talk in local Association football circles, the signature of McLoughlin, inside left, late of Everton has been obtained by the Argyle Club, and this player must undoubtedly be looked upon as one of the catches of the season. McLoughlin though by no means a fast forward, is essentially a useful man, and should prove of great right to Sharp, and centre forward. He was kept Everton two years, and has frequently played inside right to Sharp, and centre forward. He was kept out of the team by the brilliant form shown by Settle. McLoughlin who is stated to be 22 years of age, stands 5ft 9in., and turns the scale at 11st 7lb. He originally came from the well-known Scotch combination Hamilton Academicals, the same team which turned out Charlie Clark and “Jock” Wright. McLoughlin is described as Jack Cameron’s double both in style and play. He is not fast, but a splendid finisher.

SUICIDE IN NEWSHAMPARK.
Liverpool Evening Express - Saturday 26 May 1906
Sequel to a Drinking Bout.
To-day Mr. A.E. Inglis, deputy city coroner, held an inquiry at the Dale -street Buildings touching the death on Thursday last of Cowan who 45 years, a greengrocer's assistant, who lived at 73A, Whitefield-road. The evidence showed that the deceased was addicted to drink, and had on two occasions been sent to a lunatic asylum consequent on delirium tremens. He went on a drinking bout recently, and at noon on Thursday he was observed in Newsham-park to take off his coat and plunge head first into the lake. Mr. Wildman, a member of .the Everton football team, who was near, jumped into the watt; and succeeded in getting Cowan to the bank. Deceased was unconscious, and although artificial respiration was employed he died before a doctor could be brought. A verdict of " Suicide during temporary insanity " was returned.

THE NEWSHAM PARK TRAGEDY
Liverpool Echo - Saturday 26 May 1906
Liverpool Daily Post - Monday 28 May 1906 (same)
EVERTON FOOTBALLER TO THE RESCUE
The tragic death of William Cowan, aged forty-five years was the subject of an inquiry by Mr. A.E Inglis at the Coroner’s Court to-day.
Cowan had been a greengrocer’s assistant and had lived at 73a, Whitefield-road. He had been addicted to drink, and on two occasions attacks of delirium tremens resulted in his being detained in a lunatic asylum. On Thursday last he was seen by several persons in Newsham Park to take off his coat and plunge head first into the lake. Mr. Wildman, a member of the Everton football team, was one of the spectators, and jumping into the water he managed to drag Cowan to the bank. He was unconscious, and despite energetic attempts to restore animation he died before a medical man arrived. The jury returned a verdict of “Suicide whilst temporarily insane.”

ALEX YOUNG
Bridge of Allan Gazette - Saturday 26 May 1906
Alex Young, Everton’s crack centre, has been proposed for membership of Lodge St. John, Slamannan. Young hails from Slamannan.

EVERTON SECURE NEW PLAYER
May 28, 1906. The Liverpool Echo
Everton have got the signature of a new player, a centre forward named William Dorward. He learnt his football with Monrose, and latterly he played with Dundee. He has is twenty years old, weights 11 st and stands 5ft 8in in high.

DORWARD GOING TO EVERTON
May 29, 1906. The Evening Telegraph
Montrose's Big Deal
Handsome Sum For His Transfer
It is understood that Dorwood, who played centre forward for Lochee United, is going to Everton next season. This player has figured prominently in recent weeks. Up to the middle of April he was little heard of outside of Lochoe. While all recognized that he was a young lad with much dash and possessed plenty of pluck, he was never regarded as “first-class.” Dundee were desirous of giving him a trial, and while they were arranging for his transfer Montrose stepped in and signed him as from 15 th May. In the interval of his signing for Montrose and the end of the season he played several games for Dundee with so much success that they opened up communications with Montrose for his transfer. The gable-endies, however, were desirous of striking a good bargain by putting the price at the extraordinary figure of fully £100 –extraordinary in respect that he had never played for them. They hoped to make much out of him if he was wanted by any other club. News spread quickly. It came to the ears of Everton that there was a centre forward in Forfarshire who was causing competition, and the outcome is that it is understood Montrose have received £100 from Everton. It is said they asked £200. Dorward interviewed the Everton officials at Stirling at the end of the week, and as a result he signed League forms for them. The terms are good –so much for Combination team and the full limit when in the first team, with a sum down.

ANNUAL MEETING
May 29, 1906. The Liverpool Courier.
The annual general meeting of the directors and shareholders of the Everton Football Club, Limited, was held at the Exchange Station Hotel, last evening. Mr. George Mahon, presided over a large attendance, and the other directors present were Dr.Baxter J.P. Dr. Whitford, J.P. Messrs, John Davies, B. Kelly, E. Bainbridge, W.R.Clayton, H.Wright, A.R. Wright, D.Kirkwood, and W.C. Cuff (Secretary). The chairman in moving the adoption of the report, said they were met together under the happiest auspices. During the past season they had been dogged by the most persistent ill luck in the shape of injuries &c, to the members of the team. Thirty-one players had taken part in League games during the season. They might with reason claim to be one of the most consistent teams in the League since its formation in 1888, for they stood alone out of the original twelve in having a clear membership –that was to say, they had never been in danger of relegation to the Second Division. During the eighteen years' existence of the League they had been amongst the first seven in the table on no fewer than sixteen occasions and in fact, only Aston Villa had scored a greater aggregate of points. In the season prior to the one just concluded there were robbed of the League championship by the fog fiend, and it would be still in their recollections what a gallant fight they made with Aston Villa in the semi-final of the English Cup. Their gate receipts established a record in the history of the club, and they had after many attempts succeeded in annexing that apparently insignificant but greasy coveted trophy the English Cup. With regard to the players who brought that honour, to them; the duties of the captaincy fell upon the old and well tried comrade Jack D. Taylor (applause). Never had a club had a more loyal and hard-working servent on one who was ever doing the utmost for his team and club (applause). The other members of the team had likewise rendered splendid service, and the club were indeed fortunate in possessing such a whole hearted worker as they have in Mr. H.P. Hardman, who had never spared himself in this efforts to bring honours to the club (applause). Mr. John Davies seconded the resolution, and said that, once having got their fingers on the English Cup, they ought to strive hard to retain it (hear hear). The resolution was adopted.

On the motion of Mr. Clayton seconded by Mr. Wright, it was unanimously decided to pay a dividend of 5 per cent. The three directors retiring from office were Messrs. Clayton, Wright, and Kirkwood. These gentlemen sought -re-election, and the following shareholders were also nominated. Mr., Robert Wilson, Mr., J. G. Taggart and Mr. George Mitchell. The latter asked that his name might be withdrawn. The voting resulted in the selection of the following: - Mr. Kirkwood, Mr. Clayton, 162; and M. Wilson, 155. While the votes were being counted a cordial vote of thanks to the directors players, and officials was carried. The Secretary announced that the following players had been secured for next season: - Goalkeepers Scott, Sloan and Depledge, full backs, W. and R. Balmer Crelly Hill, Wm Stevenson (Accrington Stanley), and Strettall, half-backs, Makepeace, Taylor, Abbott Booth, Chadwick Black, Wright, and Donaldson half-backs, forwards, H.P. Hardman Sharp, Bolton Young, Settle, Donnachie, George Wilson, David Wilson (Hearts of Midlethains), Cooke, Graham (third Lanark) Butler, T. Jones, Bowser, and Wm Dorward (Dundee).

EVERTON FOOTBALL CLUB
Liverpool Daily Post - Tuesday 29 May 1906
Liverpool Echo - Tuesday 29 May 1906 (Same)
ANNUAL MEETING
The annual general meeting of the directors and shareholders of the Everton Football Club, Limited, was held at the Exchange Station Hotel, last evening. Mr. George Mahon presided over a large attendances, and the other directors present were Dr. Baxter, J.P. Dr. Whitford, J.P., Messrs John Davies, B. Kelly, E. Bainbridge, W.R. Clayton, H. Wright, A.R. Wade, D. Kirkwood, and W.C. Cuff (Secretary).
The Chairman, in moving the adoption of the report, said they were met together under the happiest auspicious. During the past season  they had been dogged by the most persistent ill-luck in the shape of injuries, &c., to the members of the team. Thirty-one players had taken part in League games during the season. They might with reason claim to be one of the most consistent teams in the League since its formation in 1888, for they stood alone out of the original twelve in having a clear membership-that was to say, they had never been in danger of relegation to the Second Division. During the eighteen years’ existence of the League they had been amongst the first seven in the table on no fewer than sixteen occasions, and, in fact, only Aston Villa had scored a greater aggregate of points. In the season prior to the one just concluded they were robbed of the League championship by the fog fiend, and it would be still in their recollections what a gallant fight they made with Aston Villa in the semi-final of the English Cup. Their gate receipts established a record in the history of the club, and they had after many attempts, succeeded in annexing that apparently insignificant but greatly coveted trophy the English Cup. With regard to the players who brought that honour to them, the duties of the captaincy fell upon their old and well-tried comrade John D. Taylor (applause). Never had a club had a more loyal and hard-working servant or one who was ever doing his utmost for his team and club (applause). The other members of the team had likewise rendered splendid service, and the club were indeed fortunate in possessing such a whole-hearted worker as they have in Mr. H.P. Hardman, who had never spared himself in his efforts to bring honours to his club (applause).
Mr. John Davies seconded the resolution, and said that once having got their fingers on the English Cup, they ought to strive hard to retain it (hear, hear).
The resolution was adopted.
On the motion of Mr. Clayton, seconded by Mr. Wright, it was unanimously decided to pay a dividend of 5 per cent. The three directors retiring from office were Messrs. Clayton, Wright, and Kirkwood. These gentlemen sought re-election, and the following shareholders were also nominated;
Mr. Robert Wilson, Mr. J.G. Taggart, and Mr. George Mitchell. The latter asked that his name might be withdrawn.
The voting resulted in the election of the following;
Mr. Kirkwood, 201; Mr. Clayton, 162; and Mr. Wilson, 155.
While the votes were being counted a cordial vote of thanks to the directors, players, and officials was carried. The secretary announced that the following players had been secured for next seasons;-
Goalkeepers Scott, Sloan, and Depledge; full backs, W and R. Balmer, Crelly, Hill, Wm Stevenson (Accrington Stanley), and Strettell; half backs, Makepeace, Taylor, Abbott, Booth, Chadwick, Black, Wright, and Donaldson; forwards, H.P. Hardman, Sharp, Bolton, Young, Settle, Donnachie, George Wilson, David Wilson (Heart of Midlothian), Cooke, Graham (Third Lanark), Butler, T. Jones, Bowser, and Wm. Dorward (Dundee).
Subsequently an extraordinary general meeting was held, when a resolution was passed altering the articles of association by inserting a clause requiring notice to begiven of the intention to propose a new director on or before May 1.
“All kreet!” was the general tone of the gathering of the joyous Everton shareholders last night. The cup was on view, and, with money matters satisfactory, he would have been a cantankerous being who could have quibbled at the report and balance-sheet. Mr. Georg Mahon was unwell, and, though present, Mr. W.C. Cuff had to act as spokesman. I have never yet attended an annual but that the hardy annual. “How much was received for transfer fees?” is pulled out. The meeting last night brought out the query. As if the officials can tell out to the whole world their private business! Of course, shareholders can gain the information by attending the offices. One shareholder was anxious for a new board of directors! And in his own peculiar way he said, “I’ll tell you why!” The repeating of this line made a useless speech humorous to the hearers. When it was proposed that a dividend of 5 per cent should be paid much merriment was caused by a suggested addition of “£50 bonus to each shareholder!” Then those present were agreed that the first capture of the Cup should be celebrated in a fitting manner. A banquet; a picnic “for the players and wives, directors, shareholders and shareholders’ wives or followers”; a social evening and a taste of that which was described as often being termed sparkling beverage, but the quality of which the shareholders had no chance of testing-all these were suggested. The board are to consider the matter, as also the terracing of the paddock and improved lavatory accommodation. There was one change in the directorate, and by referring to Page 6 you will see the report of the meeting.

EVERTON FOOTBALL CLUB
Liverpool Evening Express - Tuesday 29 May 1906
SHAREHOLDERS’ ANNUAL MEETING
RECORD FINANCIAL SEASON
The annual meeting of the shareholders of the Everton FootballClub was, held last everting at the Exchange Station Hotel, Mr. George Mahon (chairman) presiding over a large attendance. The English Cup was on view upon the chairman's table. The Chairman, in his address, said the lowly position occupied by the club In the League competition was accounted for by persistent ill-luck which had dogged the club in respect to injuries to players, no fewer than 31 players having, owing to injuries, taken part in the matches. At the same time, the club had been the most consistent in the League, and it was the only ono which had not been in danger of relegation to the Second Division. They had succeeded, after many attempts. in annexing that apparently insignificant but greatly coveted trophy the English Cup. (Applause.) Owing to the illness of Tom Booth the duties of captaincy fell upon their old and well-tried comrade John Taylor. (Applause.) Never had a club a more loyal and hard-working servant. (Hear, hear.) The club was fortunate, too, in possessing so whole-hearted a worker as Mr. Hardman. (Hear, hear.) Financially, the season was a record, the receipts of the season 1904-5 having been exceeded by some .£500. (Hear, hear.) He moved that the report, statement of accounts, and balance-sheet be passed.
Mr. John Davis seconded the adoption of the report (which has already been published) and the resolution was carried. On the motion of Mr. W. R. Clayton. seconded by Mr. H. Wright, a dividend of five per cent, was declared. The meeting proceeded to the election of directors, Messrs. Clayton, Wright and Kirkwood retiring. Scrutineers were appointed, and the following gentlemen were voted upon :—Messrs. Clayton, Kirkwood, Wright, Robt. Wilson and J. G. Taggart. Mr. John Lorimer and Mr. George Mitchell were also nominated, but withdrew. At a later stage the Chairman declared Messrs. Kirkwood (201 votes), Clayton (162), and Wilson (155) elected as directors. The Secretary, Mr: Win. C. Cuff, intimated that the players for next season would, be:— Goal. Scott, Sloan and Do Pledge; backs, W. and R. Balmer,Crelly, Hill, Wm. Stevenson (Accrington Stanley), Strettell ; half-backs, Makepeace. Taylor, Abbott, Booth, Chadwick, Black, Wright, Donaldson; forwards, Sharp, Bolton, Young, Settle, H. P. Hardman, Donnachie. G. Wilson (Hearts of Midlothian), and D. Wilson (Hearts of Midlothian), Cook, Graham (3rd Lanark), Butler, T. Jones, W. Bowser (Birmingham), and Win. Dorward (Dundee).
A resolution of thanks to the directors, players, and officials was passed with much applause. The meeting afterwards resolved itself into an extraordinary general meeting, and a resolution was pass led by 158 votes to 32 altering the articles of association by inserting an article requiring notice to be given of the intention to propose a new director. It was explained that the resolution would require confirmation at a subsequent meeting.

MONTROSE FOOTBALLER FOR EVERTON
Dundee Courier - Wednesday 30 May 1906
It is Understood that Dorward, who played centre forward for Lochee United, is going to Everton next season. It is understood Montrose have received £100 from Everton

TRANMERE ROVERS A.F.C IMPORTANT ARRANGEMENT WITH EVERTON.
Liverpool Evening Express - Thursday 31 May 1906
The annual general meeting of the members was held at St. Catherine's Institute, Higher Tranmere, last evening. There was a loss of £25 on the season's working, but this was accounted for by the extraordinary expenditure of £30 for a grand stand and a loss of £20 on the reserve team. The total income was £372, and players' wages and broken time cost the club £110. It was announced by the Chairman that certain arrangements, which he was not in a position to divulge, had been come to with the Everton club, whereby Prenton-park would be a training ground for surplus players signed on by Everton. The League club would 'also have the first choice of any of Tranmere Rovers' players.