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News from December 9, 1923 (The Standard Union, via Newspapers.com™)
Bethlehem Steel F.C. Defeats Newark F.C. in Soccer
On December 9, newspapers reported that on the previous day Bethlehem, Pennsylvania had hosted an American League soccer match featuring Bethlehem Steel F.C. versus Newark F.C. Bethlehem Steel F.C. won the game, scoring two goals against Newark F.C.’s none. The goals were credited to a player named W. Jackson.
Despite their defensive strength, Newark F.C.’s forward line was unable to penetrate Bethlehem’s defense. This win secured Bethlehem Steel F.C.’s spot in second place in the American Soccer League standings.
In another match, Germantown Boys’ Club played against the Lehigh University Reserves. The score for this game was 7 to 1 in favor of Germantown Boys’ Club.
Details of both these matches were reported in newspapers such as “The Standard Union” and “Daily News,” providing updates to those who couldn’t attend the games.
Learn more about December 09, 1923 through historical newspapers from our archives. Explore newspaper articles, headlines, images, and other primary sources below.
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"Beths Win Over Newark F.C., 2-0" 09 Dec 1923, Sun Daily News (New York, New York) Newspapers.com
"Bethlehem Soccers Defeat Newark F.C." 09 Dec 1923, Sun The Standard Union (Brooklyn, New York) Newspapers.com