The first chess tournament, sponsored by the Chess and Checkers Club (organized in 1911) opened February 17, 1912, and continued a month. There were 11 entries, and 198 games were played. The winner received a handsome five-inch loving cup.
The first chess tournament, sponsored by the Chess and Checkers Club (organized in 1911) opened February 17, 1912, and continued a month. There were 11 entries, and 198 games were played. The winner received a handsome five-inch loving cup.