CHARITY AT SOUTHPORT

Lancashire Evening Post – Thursday 21 September 1905

At Southport Central ground yesterday afternoon a gala was organized in aid of the local infirmary. Among the attractions was a football match between Central and Everton which had been arranged principally through the good offices of the Mayor Councilor Trounson, whose special fund for the institution supported by yesterday’s fete has reached $400. It will be largely swelled by the proceeds of admission money yesterday. Little seriousness could be attached to the football which all through was unattended with exciting phrases. Chorlton opened the scoring for the Sandgrounders. To those who delight in recording coincidences it may be of interest to mention that the arrival of the Lord Major of Liverpool on the grandstand was immediately signalized by a goal for Everton, who had wholly a reserve side -the latter detail a circumstance of much disappointment after a First League side had been advertised. Oliver was responsible for the point and before the interval the same player gave Everton the lead. Subsequently this was neutralized by Willie and when the end came honours were even with two goals each.

CHARITY FETE SOUTHPORT.

Manchester Courier and Lancashire General Advertiser – Saturday 23 September 1905

A SUCCESSFUL FUNCTION.

On Wednesday on the Southport Central football ground, there was fete and gala in aid the local Infirmary. The festivities were organized by influential committee of local ladies, headed the Mayoress, Mrs. Trounson, and Lady Pilkington. A ‘large and fashionable gathering, which included the Lord Mayor of Liverpool, the Mayor of Birkenhead, and Sir George and Lady Pilkington. Occupied the grand stand. The proceedings included football match between Everton and Central, ending draw two goals each. A mixed hockey match between sides selected by Miss Hamar. Daughter of the Town Clerk Preston, and Mr. Jack Holden, was won by the latter team two goals one. In cricket match between team of ladies-and eleven gentlemen, the ladies declared 38 for one wicket. Miss Leach making not out, while the gentlemen scored for four wickets. An exhibition of gymnastic drill and Morris dancing the boys the Birkdale Farm School, who brought their band, elicited hearty approval, did some. Costume dances girls from Holy Trinity School. The band the 3rd V.B.K.L.R. also enlivened the proceedings with music. Apart from the amount realized admission money, the Mayor’s special fund has how reached £400.’ Mrs. Barker, of the Queen’s Hotel, provided afternoon tea, and the receipts therefrom were added to the funds. In the evening Sit George Pilkington entertained the football teams and officials at dinner.