81 received a reply from their manager that their was little likelihood of their doing so. Elliott (Bedlington) It was agreed to offer this player a trial. Special Training It was decided that the players be taken to Buxton on the 17th prox. to the morning of the 23rd. The Chairman to go with them & Mr. E. Green to join the party on the 22nd. Transfer of Shares The following transfer was approved A. Creedon to W. E. Partridge 3 shares Nos. 206-208. Billiard Room It was decided to have this room painted & on Mr. A. R. Wade's recommendation to have the tables renovated, with all accessories at a cost of £102.12.6 & £6.10.0. W. Cook Letter read from the F.A. that this player had been reported to them for an offence in the match v Wolves on 18th inst. Secy. reported that had informed the player of same. Players on Transfer Lists received from Oldham Athletic & Birmingham F.C.'s but no action taken. Xmas Presents The Chairman reported that he had enquired from the President of the Football League for permission to make presents of Xmas Hampers to the members of the Board & had received his permission to do so. Players to watch The Chairman to watch Dix (Aston Villa) Messrs. E. Green, A. Coffey & W. C. Gibbins to watch Alsop (Walsall) Secy. to arrange for other players to be seen. Next Meeting At Exchange Hotel on Tuesday next at 6 p.m. Confirmed as Correct W. C. Cuff Chairman