Mexborough and Swinton Times January 29, 1926

Luck Of The Spin
Denaby Forwards “Off” Day.

Newark Town 2, Denaby United 0

Newark gained an enormous advantage when they won the toss. This was no small factor in their winning of the match. Denaby had to face a strong wind and were kept defending from the kick-off, and Bromage and his backs dealt successfully with many trying situations before Newark took the lead through Short after 29 minutes. The goal was a result of sustained pressure by Newark, Taylor lifting the pass which Short took on the volley and had Bromage well beaten.

Stanley Taylor, at the other end, shot badly with a grand chance of equalising, and then rain fell in torrents. In spite of this Denaby defended well, and made occasional raids, the left wing being the more troublesome.

The second half Denaby showed great promise, but the rain ceased, and the wind was by no means so troublesome to Newark, some fast football was seen, and Brown and Skeels both went close. Short and Lumley were in great form for Newark, whose left wing gave Croot and Wheelhouse plenty to do.

Short obtained Newark’s second goal, while Allen with similar openings, twice shot wide. Skeels and Allen were too quick for Crofts. He was repeatedly beaten, and Brown should have reduced the lead from 6 yards out near the finish.

Both Bromage and Winfield showed great ability, some of their clearances being extraordinary. First staff superiority entitled Newark to the points. For Denaby, Wheelhouse was sound at the back, and Brown the best halfback. The forwards finished weakly