73 our contribution at 2½% of the gross proceeds above referred to. The Secretary was instructed to affix a notice in the players dressing room intimating the reductions in salaries. Everton v Bury The Secretary reported that the gross receipts were Lancashire Cup £83.6.6, the payments thereout £17.11.4, net gate £65.15.2, 10% to the Lancashire Football Association £6.11.6, balance for division £59.3.8 amount to each Club £29.11.10. The Secretary was instructed to send cheque for £29.11.10 to Bury F.C. and £6.11.6 to the Lancashire F.A. The Secretary also reported that an explanation as to the composition of our team in that Tie was required by the Lancashire Football Association. Puddefoot The Secretary was instructed to inquire if West Ham would transfer this player. Brannick The Secretary reported the receipt of cheque for £75 from St. Mirren F.C. in payment of Brannick's transfer fee. Fred Berry Resolved that Berry's salary be increased to 37/6 per week as from the 5th inst. Beare The Secretary read a letter from Cardiff City F.C. intimating their inability to meet the bill due today in part payment of Beare's transfer fee, he was instructed to ascertain the date on which the same could be met.