36 [Meeting held at Exchange Hotel, Liverpool, Tuesday, March 7, 1944] Present:- Mr. W. C. Gibbins (Chair) & all Directors except Capt. T. Percy, & Secy. Minutes of Meeting of Feby 29th were read & confirmed. Finance Bank Balance £18958.15.11 Dr. Players Benefits It was agreed to add Burnetts' name to the application to the Football League. Blackpool F. C. Secy. reported the situation at this Club's ground, where a large number of complimentary tickets were in use, the matter being beyond the control of the Officials of the Football Club & it was decided that he inform the F. L. of the facts, sending also a copy of the programme. W. Lowe It was reported that Mr. Diggle had reset this player's leg in plaster & he would remain in this for a further 7 weeks. Chorley F. C. Letter read from this Club, requesting Bentham's services on April 5. This was granted. Lancs. Cup It was noted that we would play Chester F. C. in the 1st Round on March 18th & 25th, the venues being dependant upon L'pool's fixtures in the War Cup. Junior Grounds Mr. Gibbins reported that some land could be obtained cheaply in Skelmersdale. It was agreed that the site be viewed & meantime, Secy. was instructed to enquire into the various aspects regarding the use of the South Liverpool ground. Goodison Rd. Stand Mr. A. K. Leitch, attended the