April 28, 1917
Friendly William Lacey has been playing a great game for Linfield (Belfast) – William Scott’s old club – since the 16 December last. For some time past he has been playing centre half, and Sam Close, Linfield’s secretary, tells me that he is considered the best player in Ireland in that position at present, and he adds, should he be unable to return to Liverpool next season we sincerely hope he will gave us the benefit of his service.
(Liverpool Echo: April 28, 1917)
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