Paul Morphy vs Johann Jacob Loewenthal
“Mr. Paul Morphy — Now that so many distinguished players have had an opportunity of displaying their powers in this country, and under the eye of our most eminent Amateurs, an opportunity has been afforded of comparing Mr. Morphy's play with that of others of the highest pretensions, and the conclusion which is come to on all hands, even by these eminent players themselves, is that Mr. Paul Morphy stands on a pedestal far above any other living player. We ourselves have long maintained this opinion; but we will not conceal that we have been most anxious to see Europe vindicate its old prestige. However, at present, it must be admitted that America boasts the Chess Champion of the World. Mr. Morphy's games have exhibited in the very highest degree of pre-eminence of skill in every branch. His extraordinary quickness of perception, his power of combination, the accuracy of his strategy, and the genius and originality which characterizes the whole conduct of his play, combine to render him a perfect prodigy of power as a Chess player. It is hoped that efforts will be made to secure Mr. Morphy's presence in London during the Grand Congress next year. We feel sure that every Chess Amateur in the country will hail his coming with satisfaction.”
December 01, 1861
The Era London, Greater London, England Sunday, October 23, 1859 - Page 14 ★
“Chess Edited by Herr Loewenthal — Paul Morphy's Chess Column”
