293 [Meeting of Directors held at the Bradford Hotel Liverpool on Wednesday 26th January 1921] Present Mr. A. Coffey (Chair) " E. Green Mr. H. Banks " J. G. Davies " A. T . Francis " W. J. Sawyer " W. R. Clayton Mr. W. C. Gibbins at Cleveleys with Players Minutes The Minutes of the Meeting held on the 18th inst. were read & confirmed. F. Mitchell The Chairman reported that a deputation from the Liverpool F.C. desired to attend the meeting with a view to negotiating for this player's transfer. It was decided not to accept a less fee than £1500. The deputation were then admitted and after discussion made an offer of £1250 which was not accepted. Special Training The Chairman reported that he had given permission for Clennell & Weller to go with rest of players to Cleveleys. Action confirmed. Finance The gate receipts v Aston Villa were reported to be £2453.8.2 gross, Enterts. Tax £506.8.6 & 20% to Aston Villa F.C. £277.11.6. The amount received from Aston Villa was £268.0.6. The Bank Balance was reported to be £8683.18.11 Dr. Cheques were presented & signed for the following. Collector of Customs & Excise Tax £506.15. 5 Aston Villa F.C. 20% £277.11. 6 A. Wilkes Photo £4.13.11