199 [Meeting of Directors held at the Bradford Hotel, Liverpool on Friday 14th May 1920] Present Mr. W. R. Clayton (Chair) Mr. A. Coffey Mr. H. Halsall " H. Banks " E. Green " J. G. Davies " Jno. Davies. Swift (W.B.A) A letter was read from this player applying for a position with us. It was decided to leave the matter in Secy's. hands to make enquiries. Gregory J. The Secy. reported that the transfer fee asked by Queens Park Rangers for his player was £2,500. Agreed to allow matter to lie on table. Grenyer &) The Chairman reported on his interview Chedgzoy ) with the President of the Football League who agreed we could give second benefits after 10 years continuous service. It was decided to offer them £9 per week for the 52 weeks with a guarantee of £500 in lieu of a benefit during season 1921-22. Fleetwood It was decided that Secy. explain the question of second benefit to this player. Gowdy ) The Chairman reported that he had (Glentoran)) agreed for Mr. A. Coffey & Secy. to proceed to Belfast tomorrow to watch this player and it was agreed that if they were satisfied they have power to negotiate for his transfer. Daniels (P. N.E.) The Secy. was instructed to try & see this player with a view to an engagement. Farrer P. The Secy. was given power to sign this player on up to £3 per week. Paterson The Chairman reported on this player & it was agreed that he try & arrange a meeting with the player & Secy. in Glasgow. Confirmed W. R. Clayton 15/06/20 Chairman