The Encyclopedia Americana (1920)/Blackburne, Joseph Henry

BLACKBURNE, Joseph Henry, British chess champion: b. Manchester 1842. He was first a draughts player, and after taking up chess became a proficient in what is known as &ldquo;blindfold&rdquo; play. He began taking part in tournaments in the late 60's, and thereafter competed in most of the outstanding matches with almost phenomenal success.