The Football League, Ltd. Preston. Oct. 24th 1918. Notice to Midland & Lancashire Sections. Owing to the increased cost of meals at Hotels, and Restaurants, the Management Committee consider that 2/6, may not in all cases cover the provision of food, and they have therefore decided that clubs may pay players a maximum of 3/6, on match days only, but it should be understood that it is not obligatory upon them to pay the full amount.