September 25, 1915
Alex Thomson, Lands Valuation Office, Stirling, centre-forward of East Stirlingshire, and formerly of Falkirk and Everton reserve teams (note: should be Liverpool reserve), has enlisted in the 3-7th A. & S.H. (Stirlingshire Territorials). As the battalion is presently stationed at Alloa, he will be able to play for the ‘Shire meantime.
(Stirling Observer: September 25, 1915)