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Cumberland Islander

Location

Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada

Date

Oct 25, 1919

Page

3

Cumberland Defeats Ladysmith At Home In Close Match

Cumberland edged Ladysmith 1 to 0 at home to move into second place in the Up-Island League race. Cumberland's goal sparked controversy over a foul call, but the referee's ruling stood as Cumberland preserved a slim lead and stayed in contention behind South Wellington with three games left for others.

Cumberland Ladysmith Cumberland Boys Holmes Cumberland Men Cumberlanders South Wellington

South Wellington Defeats Nanaimo In Close Match

South Wellington edged Nanaimo three to two in a closely contested Sunday game. South Wellington’s scoring unit was more accurate, while Nanaimo’s defense struggled to halt their rivals. The loss essentially ends Nanaimo’s championship bid.

South Wellington Nanaimo

Ladysmith and Nanaimo Intermediates draw in Up-Island clash

Ladysmith City Intermediates hosted Nanaimo Intermediates in the first home game of the newly formed Up-Island Intermediate League. The match finished 1-1 as a large crowd watched a close, competitive contest shaping the future of local players.

Ladysmith City Nanaimo Ladysmith

England Defeat Wales 2 0 At Stowe Stadium

England wins 2 0 over Wales at Stowe with strong goalkeeping by Wales keeper Peeyrs. Coventry earns first division point by drawing with Fulham. London clubs have a solid day as Clapton Orient and Brentford win while Fulham and Queens Park Rangers draw. Burnley beats Sheffield United to maintain top division lead.

Wales Wolverhampton England Cardiff Stowe Peeyrs Coventry Fulham London Clapton Orient Brentford Queens Park Rangers Burnley Sheffield United

West Bromwich Albion and Chelsea Dominate Domestic Roundup

West Bromwich Albion were fortunate at Bolton while Chelsea and Arsenal collected full points from Liverpool and a draw for Arsenal at home to Hyeron. Tottenham impressed with a four goal display against Clapton Orient and Fulham held to a draw to stay second.

West Bromwich Albion Bolton Chelsea Arsenal Liverpool Hyerton Tottenham Clapton Orient Fulham Stoke Birmingham Burslem Leeds City South Shields Wolverhampton Bury Cardiff City Wales Rangers Celtic Glasgow Rangers Hamilton Dundee England Northern Union Hull Wakefield Wigan Oldham Leigh Rochdale Salford Barrow Widens St. Helen's Swindon Warrington

Hamilton Tigers Upset Ottawa In Big Four Clash

Hamilton Tigers shocked Ottawa at Lansdown Park 18 to 16 in a season surprise. The Tigers benefited from veterans Isbister and Craig Stewart back in action and delivered a strong showing while Ottawa faded from their previous form.

Hamilton Tigers Big Four Football Union Ottawa Lansdown Park Tigers Isbister Craig Stewart Ottawas

Montreal Defeated Argonauts In Tight 4 to 3 Loss

In Montreal last Saturday the Argonauts edged the Montreal club 4 to 3 after a grueling final seconds tied the score. Harwick’s risky punt return ended the contest as Toronto eyes the league ahead and locals discuss upcoming district and mining team plans.

Montreal Argonauts Toronto Harwick

American Yachts Set For Trial Races Against Shamrock IV

The United States enters two challengers for the 1914 Lipton contest. The Vanitie owned by Alexander Cochran and the Resolute owned by a New York syndicate will race this summer in trials organized by the New York Yacht Club to decide a rival to Shamrock IV. The June 24 international race date remains the target as war delays last year's contest.

America Thomas Lipton Royal Yacht Club of England New York Yacht Club Vanitie Alexander. Cochran Resolute New York

Ross and Roberts to Meet Again in November Bout

Promoters Davis and Brown have signed George Ross of Vancouver and Jackie Roberts of Melville for a fifteen round boxing contest in November. Their ten round previous clash at Ilo Ilo Theatre sparked public demand for a rematch and the Cumberland crowd is promised a rare treat if the fifteen rounds test their abilities. Davis and Brown also plan a big amateur tournament around New Years pitting local fighters against the Island's south end talent.

Davis Brown George Ross Vancouver Jackie Roberts Melville Moore Nanaimo Ross Roberts Cumberland

Local sports notes hint at league title push and town hoop plan

The Cumberland football team leads the league race after a Sunday win at Lady Smith. They face South Wellington on their home ground, renowned for its rough size. A city and district basketball league is proposed with Fred Dallas and others fielding teams. a barber shop meeting is planned next Wednesday to organize it.

Cumberland Ladysmith South Wellington Oas Alwas McMillan

Cumberland Faces Ladysmith In Final League Clash

Cumberland and Ladysmith meet tomorrow afternoon for the last league game. Cumberland is favored to take the long end of the score while Ladysmith aims for a decisive win in the spirited contest.

Cumberland Ladysmith

Bevan Athletic Club Forms A Progressive Sports Body

Bevan residents form the Bevan Athletic Club on October 1 to foster physical and moral development through athletics especially for youth. The club operates from Chinese Hall with showers, gym equipment, a rifle range, and planned basketball and dancing uses. Donations come from Cumberland sponsors as officers invite public visits and outline a growing program.

Bevan Bevan Athletic Club David Chambers The Islander Cumberland Thomas Graham T. E. Bate Hong Chong & Company BE. Fletcher Island Supply Company J. Aspecia Union Tailor J. Demonte Victor Benora Bevan Hotel Campbell Bros

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