January 26, 1940 Prominent footballers past and present attended the funeral in Liverpool today, of Mr. William “Billy” Connell, the former Liverpool F.C. trainer. Liverpool
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Death of Liverpool F.C. ex-trainer
Tuesday, January 23 – 1940 The death took place early today of Mr. William Connell, of Clapham-road, Anfield, Liverpool. Mr. Connell was for 40 years
Connell retires with full benefits
Tuesday, February 19 – 1929 I am of those who believe that there is room for sentiment as well as business in football. Liverpool can
Season preview 1928-29: Liverpool F.C. (Athletic News)
August 20, 1928 There have been some rather sweeping changes at Anfield, where the weeding-out process has never before been on such an extensive scale.
Ephraim Longworth’s new role
May 28, 1928 A great back has passed from active service by the retirement of Ephraim Longworth, the famous Liverpool and England International defender. But
Season preview 1927/28: Kilmarnock F.C. (Athletic News)
August 1, 1927 There is little change in the personnel of the Kilmarnock club for the coming season. With the departure of Mr. Alex Gibson
Benefit match for trainer Billy Connell
Tuesday, April 8 – 1924 The Liverpool directors are recognising the services of trainer W. Connell, who has been with the club for a lengthy
What is the secret of Liverpool’s success?
April 30, 1923 What is the secret of success? A day spent with the players and directors of the Liverpool Football Club convinces me. It
George Fleming buried at Anfield
August 17, 1922 The late George Fleming Many sympathisers at interment at Anfield The interment of the late Mr. George Fleming, the Liverpool F.C.’s assistant
The funeral of George Fleming
August 17, 1922 The interment of the late Mr. George Fleming, the Liverpool F.C.’s assistant trainer took place at Anfield Cemetery today. A service was
A commemoration dinner for Liverpool Football Club
June 29, 1922 On Thursday night a commemoration dinner was held to signify the great performance of the Liverpool team in winning the championship. There
Liverpool Football Club 1921-22
Saturday, May 6 – 1922 (From the collection of James Cotton)
The mystery player Billy Connell
Thursday, January 18 – 1917 Connell, he is playing for Richmond, was the “unknown player” in the Liverpool v. Burslem match, on Christmas Day. He
William Connells son in goal
October 31, 1916 Considering the “’fluence” attaching to the position, one wonder why there are not more cases reported of trainers’ sons following in father’s
Robert Macdougall and Harry Chambers joining the colours
July 21, 1915 I have news of further Liverpool footballers joining the colours Robert Macdougall, the sturdy Scot who came to Liverpool as a centre
Alex Raisbeck’s Unique Life Story: Part 9
May 15, 1915 Alick Raisbeck pays rare tribute to late Tom Watson. Why the Liverpool secretary was so successful. Unusual spectacle at International with England.
The funeral of Tom Watson
May 11, 1915 A cool corner of Anfield Cemetery had been chosen. The sun’s rays shaded his last resting-place. “Tom” was buried there. The day
A royal welcome in Stockholm
May 11, 1914 Thomas Fairfoull, the Liverpool F.C. half back, has sent me another letter regarding the club’s Continental experience: – “I thought perhaps it
Liverpool’s Tour of Scandinavia 1914
May 7, 1914 Liverpool F.C. left the city to-day for a tour to Scandinavia. The party was made up as follows: – Directors, Messrs. William
Victors and vanquished
April 30, 1914 Never before in the history of the FA Cup Finals have the two teams been photographed together in one group. The friendly
Liverpool v Burnley 1-0 (Charity match)
Wednesday, April 29 – 1914 Match: Benefit for The Theatrical Gala Funds, at Anfield, kick-off: 18:00. Liverpool – Burnley 1-0 (0-0). Attendance: 10,000. Gate receipt:
The team behind the team 1913-14
April 27, 1914 The Chairman, the directors, the secretary, the clerk, the medicine officer and the trainer of Liverpool Football Club, season 1913/14. (Joint EFC
William Connell – trainer Liverpool Football Club
Saturday, April 25 – 1914 Trainer William Connell who had charge of the Liverpool team. (Evening Express, 25-04-1914)
Good news about Liverpool’s captain
April 23, 1914 Chingford, Thursday. It was a dull sort of morning, a cold wind prevailed, and everything pointed to rain. The players were out
Liverpool’s captain medically examined
April 22, 1914 Chingford, Wednesday. Up with the cuckoo this morning – the spring herald is in great form. It is simply delightful, and I
