262 a report that this player was not good enough for us. Davidson A letter was read from Mr. E. Belshaw (Durham City) recommending this player & it was decided that Mr. Fare watch him on Saturday next at Durham, also Young of same team & Alford of Barrow. Transfer of Share A transfer of Share No. 2186 from H. J. Belk to Alfred Wood was approved. Meehan A letter was read from the Manchester United F. C. asking if we were prepared to make an offer for this player. It was agreed that the Chairman & Secy. proceed to Manchester tomorrow with power to offer up to £2000 for his transfer. Scrap Iron &c. It was decided to accept the tender of Mr. A. Wall for scrap metal on the ground. J. Belmont A letter from this man re expenses was allowed to be on the table. New Boiler The following tenders for a new Boiler for heating apparatus were submitted Messrs Bramham Ld. £100, Killick & Cochrane £83.15.0 It was agreed to leave the matter in the hands of Mr. H. Banks & Secy. to accept the most suitable. Halesowen F. C. Letter read from this club asking for a further donation re Garrett. It was agreed that same be refused. Use of ground Application were received for the use of the ground on Boxing Day morning from the N. J. D. & D. SoS. & the Carters & Motormen's Union. It was agreed to grant same to the former & to ask the latter if any other date would be suitable. North Wales ) This League having applied for a strong Coast League ) team to play a select team from the League, it was agreed to offer to play at Colwyn Boy on Decr. 8th.