163 Ellesmere Port F. C. Letter read from this Club asking for a donation re. Jones. Agreed to ask them to leave matter over until we saw how he progressed during next Season. W. Crompton (Blackburn Rovers) Mr. R. Crompton having approached us with regard to signing on this player, it was decided to take no action. J. Miller An application from this ex-player for a situation or a money grant was not acceded to. League Cup Permission was granted for this to be exhibited by the following tradesmen for 1 week each. J. Sharp, Turmeaus Ld., Watson & Prickard, and Boodle & Dunthorne. Letters of Congratulation It was decided that all those who had written letters &c be thanked through the Press, except Lord Derby whom the Chairman would write to. Next Meeting At Exchange Hotel on Friday 3rd June next at 4:30 pm. Confirmed as Correct W. C. Cuff Chairman