95 An application from J. M. Lofthouse for a position as Scout was read & the consideration thereof deferred indefinitely. McFadyen This player having enquired if the club proposed to reimburse him in respect of rail fares between Preston & Liverpool during his visits to Dr. Broad in Summer, the Secretary was instructed to inform him that such was not our intention. The question of reducing the number of gatemen at our matches owing to the diminution in receipts was considered & it was decided to maintain the employment of as many men as possible & offer them a reduced fee of 4/- for first team games. Next Meeting The next meeting of the Board was fixed for Tuesday next at 2.30 at the Bradford Hotel. Decr. 1st/14 W. R. Clayton