1898.12.20 Lasker Simul 26b, Manchester (+23=2-1)

On Tuesday, the 20th inst., the champion gave a simultaneous performance at the German Chess Club, "Schiller-Anstalt," Manchester. His opponents were 23 gentlemen and three ladies; after three hours' play Dr. Lasker won 23 games, lost one (to Mr. W. C. Palmer), and drew two (with Mrs. Klein and Mr. F. J. Hamel). The games were watched with great interest by a large number of ladies and gentlemen.
Source: <Manchester Times>, 1898.12.23, p7

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A. Brodsky

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Emanuel Lasker

1.Rg3 a4 2.Bd4 Qxd6 3.c3 axb3 4.Qf5 Bc8 5.Rxg7+ Kxg7 6.Qg5+ {And wins.} 1-0

Source: Hanley <Staffordshire Sentinel>, 1899.01.14, p3