Brooklyn, NY, United States (Oct 1892—November 1892)
Final Standings:
Frere 5
Bradford 3
Drawn 1
Format: First to five wins, draws not counting, is victor.
Time Limit: 20 moves an hour.
Introduction
A match has been arranged between Walter Frere and R. F. Bradford, the conditions being first winner of five games, draws not to count, twenty moves an hour. President Bilberg has offered the two volumes of Steinitz modern chess instructor as a prize. (1)
In the match between R. F. Bradford and Walter Frere, at the Brooklyn C. C., four games have been played, each winning two. The games have been well-contested, and are a credit to the skill of both; naturally, lack of experience will make weak spots in the game; but the training of match play will develop the powers of both gentlemen. (2)
The match between Mr. Bradford and Mr. Frere at the Brooklyn C. C. is proving a very interesting contes (sic; contest). Mr. Frere is the son of one of the pioneers of chess; the elder Frere was a contemporary with Paul Morphy, and was a good chess player. The score of the match is: Frere, 4; Bradford, 3; and 1 draw. (3)
The match between Walter Frere and R. F. Bradford at the Brooklyn C. C. has been won by the young player. The score is: Frere 5, Bradford 3, and one draw. (4)
Sources
(1) Brooklyn Daily Standard-Union, 1892.10.01, p5
(2) Brooklyn Daily Standard-Union, 1892.10.15, p8
(3) Brooklyn Daily Standard-Union, 1892.10.29, p8
(4) Brooklyn Daily Standard-Union, 1892.11.05, p8